The real change in Game of Thrones’ Daenerys is in how other characters see her

Warning: spoilers ahead for Game of Thrones season 8, especially episode 5, “The Bells.”
Game of Thrones has become increasingly divisive over the course of eight seasons, but Daenerys Targaryen’s descent into becoming the “mad queen” may be its most controversial turn yet. Some viewers are arguing that Daenerys has always been a mad queen. Others say the show failed her character entirely. Even those who accept the mechanics of her fall often doubt the show earned