The Winds of Winter: Daenerys Targaryen's Fate Finally Revealed, Game of Thrones Ending Resolved
The Winds of Winter will revolutionize Daenerys Targaryen's storyline by presenting her through the eyes of present POV characters, offering a fresh perspective and rectifying the flaws in her Game of Thrones ending
Daenerys Targaryen's journey on television ended in a controversial manner in Game of Thrones, but her story will continue in The Winds of Winter, the upcoming book in the series. However, it will be different from the show and will also break a tradition in A Song of Ice and Fire. Similar to the portrayal in Game of Thrones, Daenerys is one of the most prominent characters in George R.R. Martin's books. For those unfamiliar, the novels are narrated through the perspectives of various characters, and so far, only Tyrion Lannister (49), Jon Snow (42), and Arya Stark (34) have more chapters dedicated to them than Daenerys (31).
Since A Game of Thrones was published in 1996, book readers have gained insight into Daenerys' thoughts, emotions, and actions, providing a deeper understanding of her character (something that could have enhanced the ending of Game of Thrones). However, what readers have not yet experienced is how other characters respond to Daenerys and their true opinions of her as events unfold. After more than 27 years and counting from the initial publication, The Winds of Winter has the potential to finally shed light on this aspect of the story.
Daenerys Will Finally Be Seen Via Present POV Characters In The Winds Of Winter
In A Song of Ice and Fire, Daenerys Targaryen has been observed by Barristan Selmy and Quentyn Martell, offering some insight into her character. However, their perspectives only provide a glimpse into the past. The Winds of Winter is expected to change this, with the long-awaited meeting between Daenerys and Tyrion. Although Daenerys is currently away from Meereen, Tyrion is about to arrive, and their paths are bound to intersect at some point in George R.R. Martin's sixth book. This meeting will likely be depicted from Tyrion's point of view, along with subsequent interactions as he becomes one of Daenerys' key advisors.
How Other POV Characters Seeing Daenerys Can Improve On Game Of Thrones
In addition to the aforementioned possibilities, there are a few other avenues through which Daenerys could be witnessed in the present by other point of view characters. One such character is Victarion Greyjoy, who is en route to Meereen with the hopes of gaining both Daenerys' hand in marriage and the allegiance of her dragons for his own cause. Although Victarion's demise seems probable, there exists a chance that he might encounter Daenerys before meeting his end. It is worth noting that Victarion is confirmed as a point of view character in The Winds of Winter. Furthermore, Barristan Selmy, who continues to be a point of view character in the book, also offers the potential for observing Daenerys if he manages to survive long enough for her return to Meereen.
The point of view format of A Song of Ice and Fire offers the perfect opportunity to enhance Daenerys' "Mad Queen" storyline compared to what was depicted in Game of Thrones. By delving into her perspective and gaining a comprehensive understanding of her choices, we can gain insight into moments like the devastating destruction of King's Landing as they unfold in the book, albeit under potentially different circumstances. Introducing other POV characters who encounter Daenerys and incorporating their observations into her narrative can significantly contribute to our comprehension and present a more multifaceted portrayal of her character, free from internal biases.
It would be intriguing to witness Tyrion's true thoughts on Daenerys, considering he is one of the smartest and most cunning characters. By following their story together, we may observe how his growing darkness influences her and delve into the reasons why Daenerys resorts to extreme measures. This is also true when she encounters Jon Snow and other characters in the books. In the anticipated final book, "A Dream of Spring," rather than "The Winds of Winter," readers will have the opportunity to see Daenerys through the perspectives of others after decades of not having this perspective. This fresh viewpoint may present her in a completely different light, thereby adding greater depth to her entire story.
