Infidelity of Lord Corlys Velaryon: A Shocking Disclosure in House of the Dragon
The second season of the popular HBO show House of the Dragon revealed shockingly about the relationship between legendary Sea Snake Lord Corlys Velaryon and his wife Rhaenys Targaryen. Although Corlys and Rhaenys present as a loving and strong couple, it turns out that before the show's events, Corlys had two illegitimate sons, Alyn and Addam. This disclosure spurred debates among viewers and supporters both about the complexity of Corlys's character and the nature of his relationship with Rhaenys.
Season 2 House of the Dragon: Infidelity and Its Effects by Corlys Velaryon
Powerful and significant in Westeros is Corlys Velaryon, sometimes known as the Sea Snake. Head of House Velaryon, a distinguished house with close links to House Targaryen and a long history of marine supremacy, he is Rhaenys Targaryen, Corlys's wife, is a dragonrider and a powerful political agent on her own right. Their relationship is sometimes characterised as one of mutual respect and understanding, thus Corlys's adultery is especially unexpected.
The Reactions to Corlys's Infidelity
Fans and viewers of House Of The Dragon Season 2 responded differently upon learning of Corlys's adultery. Some were startled and disappointed, challenging the morality of a man who had earlier been considered as a pillar of loyalty and strength. Others thought it was a great plot twist, adding still another level of complexity to the character and heightening the already turbulent political terrain of Westeros.
The disclosure first startled even Steve Toussaint, the actor portraying Corlys. Toussaint said in an interview with TVLine that reading the script startled him. He said, "To be honest, when I read the script, my answer was exactly what yours was. Promoting the show year-and- a-half, I was all about "It's just her," "She's the one," and so on. I then read that and thought, "Excuse me?!." [ laughs] Still, I suppose as Eve would say, in that very "mannish" manner that his sentiments for her are real. That she is the only one. I am still trying to figure out the rationale since exactly what you mentioned is what I said..."
Investigating Corlys's Motivation: Deeper Dive Into the Character
Although the precise causes of Corlys's adultery are yet unknown, the program suggests a number of likely ones. Toussaint says Corlys's behavior could result from a strongly rooted, "mannish" attitude to relationships and love. He also notes, though, that the women engaged might have held particular significance in Corlys's heart.
Rhaenys Targaryen: The Effect
The response of Rhaenys Targaryen to Corlys's adultery is yet understudied. Toussaint notes, in the interview, that Eve Best, the actress portraying Rhaenys, feels the infidelity was especially damaging since the women engaged must have been "quite special" for Corlys. This implies Rhaenys might be insecure and betrayed, doubting the real degree of Corlys's love and loyalty.
Ahead: Investigating the Unfolding Drama
Corlys's adultery has probably far-reaching effects for the events and characters in House Of The Dragon. The addition of Corlys's illegitimate sons, Alyn and Addam, gives the power relations inside the Velaryon family still another level of complexity. Along with maybe splitting loyalties during the Dance of the Dragons, it causes possible conflict inside the current alliances.
Viewers should expect to see the effects of Corlys's actions show-wise as the series runs on. The show will probably also look at the nuanced feelings and motives of the people engaged.
