House of the Dragon, the hit Game of Thrones prequel, has left sapphic fans buzzing with excitement as it dropped the first teaser for its highly-anticipated second season. This teaser has rekindled the fervor surrounding the beloved ship, Rhaenyra and Alicent, much to the delight of the LGBTQ community.
Presented at the CCXP convention in Brazil, the trailer offers a glimpse into the aftermath of the first season’s shocking finale, marked by the tragic demise of Lucerys Velaryon at the jaws of Aemond Targaryen’s dragon, Vhagar. As the Dance of the Dragons civil war intensifies, the power struggle between Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower takes center stage.
“The war will be fought, many will die, and the victor will eventually ascend the throne,” somberly declares Alicent Hightower, while her former childhood friend turned political rival, Rhaenyra Targaryen, stands by, consumed by grief.
Returning to reprise their roles are key cast members, including Matt Smith as Prince Daemon and Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower. The sophomore season also introduces new faces, adding depth and intrigue to the fantasy series.
Queer fans of the show wasted no time expressing their excitement over the renewed focus on Rhaenyra and Alicent, affectionately known as “Rhaenicent.” This ship has earned its place as one of the most cherished in the House of the Dragon fandom due to its compelling friends-to-enemies dynamic, the palpable chemistry between the actors, and the inherent tragedy of their story.
The excitement reached its peak when Emma D’Arcy, who portrays Rhaenyra, shared her love for a negroni sbagliato, causing a frenzy among the queer audience. Fans consider Rhaenyra and Alicent the “beating heart of the show” and humorously quip that, as Rhaenicent supporters, they “never know loss.”
Social media was abuzz with fans eagerly anticipating more “angsty Rhaenicent edits” and sharing their love for “Rhaenicent propaganda.” Some astute viewers even pointed out parallels between the characters and camera choices, deepening the intrigue surrounding their relationship.
As the teaser for House of the Dragon Season 2 takes the world by storm, it’s clear that Rhaenyra and Alicent’s saga continues to captivate hearts, making them an iconic and beloved duo in the LGBTQ community.