If HBO makesGame of Thronesseason 9, then Daenerys Targaryen would need to be a big part of it in some capacity, and there are ways of doing that without bringing Emilia Clarke’s character back. Daenerys' death inGame of Thrones' endingwas extremely controversial, and even sparked theories that she could be resurrected, with Drogon flying her body to Volantis - the home of the Red Priestesses.
Rather than resurrect her, though, it’d be better forGame of Thronesseason 9to look at exploring the impact of her death in greater detail, and how different characters deal with it. That could include Jon Snow’s guilt and trauma over killing her, or Tyrion Lannister reflecting upon her legacy and his role in it. However, bringing back one left-behind member ofGame of Thrones' cast, who was a big part of her story, could be another compelling choice if a ninth season ever happens.
Game Of Thrones Never Revealed What Happened To Daario After Daenerys Left Meereen
Daenerys Left Him Behind When She Headed To Westeros
Daario Naharis' story ended inGame of Thronesseason 6, when Daenerys finally set sail for Westeros. Knowing that she’d have to make a political marriage in order to help bolster her claim to the Iron Throne, and Tyrion Lannister - mostly wisely, though not without his own vested interests - makes her realize that taking a lover with her could be a detriment to that cause.Daario doesn’t like it, but he’s forced to stay behind and help keep the peace in Meereenalong with the Second Sons, the sellsword company he leads.
DAARIO: I’m not angry. I’m full of self-pity. Who comes after you? Who can ever follow Daenerys Stormborn, the Mother of Dragons?
DAENERYS: A great number of women, I imagine.Specific orders will be left for you regarding the welfare of Meereen and the Bay of Dragons.
- Game of Thrones season 6, episode 10, “The Winds of Winter.”
What happens after that is never revealed. Does Daario succeed in keeping the peace in Meereen? It’s possible, given the groundwork laid by Dany and the presence of the Second Sons. At the same time, it’s no easy task:without the threat of dragons, it’s not outside the realm of possibility there was an uprising, or that slavery returnedin some capacity.
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It’s something George R.R. Martin could flesh out morewhenThe Winds of Winterreleases, if Daenerys eventually heads to Westeros in that book, as Daario (and Meereen) might be given a more detailed fate. But it’s also something that, ifGame of Thronesseason 9 were to happen, would be interesting to revisit on-screen too.
Daario Would Be An Interesting Villain For Game Of Thrones Season 9
Any Continuation Should Bring Him Back In Some Way
The question of what happened to Daario is on its own something thatGame of Thronesseason 9 could look to tie up, not least because he’s an unusual loose thread in Daenerys' story.Her other close allies and advisors have known fatesif not happy ones: Barristan Selmy, Jorah Mormont, and Missandei all end up dead, whileGrey Worm sails for the isle of Naath inGame of Thrones' series finale. Daario is the biggest question, and it’s one worth answering.
Daario Naharis was recast inGame of Thronesseason 4, with Michiel Huisman replacing Ed Skrein.
More than that, though, is Daario’s response to Daenerys' death. Presumably he’d find out about it eventually -it’d be surprising if the Queen of Meereen’s death never actually reached Meereen, and he’d surely have been invested in following what happened to her as much as possible. And if Daario does learn of her fate, then I have to think it would also prompt some kind of response.
After all, it wouldn’t be like him not to take action; we know he can act first, think later, and that he has no problem settling disputes by killing people. This is a person who helped Daenerys conquer Slaver’s Bay and who came to truly love her. Who told her:“Fk Meereen. Fk the people. I’m here for you, not them.”
It’s not a stretch to imagine Daario setting sail across the narrow sea, looking for revenge on Jon Snow, Tyrion, Bran Stark, or anyone else he can find.
He also just so happens to have a powerful sellsword company at his disposal. It’s not a stretch to imagine Daario setting sail across the narrow sea, looking for revenge on Jon Snow, Tyrion, Bran Stark, or anyone else he can find.
Jon Snow is beyond the Wall, so it’s harder to picture Daario tracking him down there, but taking the fight to King’s Landing - and Tyrion - would definitely be a possibility. He could be an interesting threat to the new regime, because he’s not just a total villain: we’d have a complete understanding of his actions and motivations, and he wouldn’t be entirely in the wrong.
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Game of Thronesseason 9 would need to find ways of challenging King Bran and the characters around him, and Daario may be one of the best options available. Importantly, this would also ensure it reckons with Daenerys' legacy and more of the fallout from her death. It can’t - or shouldn’t - bring her back, but having her still driving the story, and there being more ramifications from what happened to her, would be a smart way of continuing things, and Daario is an obvious choice to do just that.
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Based on George R. R. Martin’s ongoing A Song of Ice and Fire novel series, Game of Thrones is a fantasy drama set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos. It follows noble families like the Starks, Lannisters, and Targaryen vying for control of the Iron Throne while a rising threat from the undead looms in the North. The series received significant critical success and amassed a loyal fan base due to its high production values, sprawling sets, iconic characters, and shocking twists.
