HBO's version of Rhaenyra Targaryen will defy George R.R. Martin's book storyline as the upcoming House of the Dragon Season 3 confirmed a major change in her role.
Promotional material for Season 3 officially shows Rhaenyra wielding a sword, something not depicted in the Fire & Blood book, according to Screen Rant. In the source text, while Rhaenyra is a central figure of political power and dynastic conflict, her character was not written as a warrior wielding weapons in battle.
