Warning: Contains spoilers for House of the Dragon
Get ready, because the latest season of House of the Dragon has thrown a mind-blowing theory into the mix that has fans lighting up social media with speculations and debates.
It’s been a hot minute since the last season, and oh boy, has the wait been worth it for Game of Thrones enthusiasts. The new episodes are serving everything fans could hope for and more.
The latest chapter in HOTD was nothing short of jaw-dropping, featuring Aemond and Vhagar in a dragon showdown that left viewers on the edge of their seats.
Beyond the fiery dragon action, the episode also brought some cringe-worthy moments for King Aegon Targaryen, portrayed by Tom Glynn-Carney, adding another layer of drama to the intense storyline.
However, the chatter isn’t all about dragon fire. Some super-sleuth fans have pieced together a theory that could potentially flip the Game of Thrones universe on its head.
One of the most talked-about theories right now suggests that Daemon Targaryen might ultimately become the Night King in Game of Thrones.
It might sound out there, but the theory has gained traction among GOT and HOTD fans who believe the pieces add up.
The Night King, as the ultimate villain of the series, leads the White Walkers whose aim is to extinguish humanity as they grow stronger throughout the series.
While we know that the Night King was once a mortal, his true identity remains shrouded in mystery.
The enigma surrounding Daemon’s demise in House of the Dragon has led many to speculate that he might be the infamous Night King.
Fans have noticed striking resemblances in their appearances, hinting that they might actually be the same person.
One X user shared, “I just read a theory about Daemon being the Night King and I don’t want to unsee it now. It would be a perfect way for everything to come full circle. I hope somehow that ends up being true lol.”
Another fan exclaimed, “Daemon being The Night King would be a pretty insane plot twist.”
A third chimed in, “Why I feel like Daemon becomes the Night King eventually.”
In the House of the Dragon books, Daemon meets a dramatic end in an epic dragon battle with Aemond.
After a deadly confrontation, Daemon plunges into a lake from his dragon, and mysteriously, his body is never recovered.
Many believe this unresolved detail might suggest that Daemon was taken into the forest and transformed into the Night King.
Interestingly, when the Night King rides a dragon, his confidence and mastery are evident, eerily reminiscent of Daemon – could this be more than mere coincidence?