Where Did Daenerys Grow up?

In the story, Daenerys is in her early teens living in exile in Essos. She remains dependent on her abusive older brother, Viserys, and is forced to marry Dothraki horselord Khal Drogo in exchange for an army for Viserys, who wishes to return to Westeros and recapture the Iron Throne.

Where did Daenerys start her journey?

Daenerys, played by British actress Emilia Clarke, has arguably had the longest journey out of all the characters in GoT. Her story began on Essos where she was sold to the Dothraki warlord Khal Drogo, as his bride.

Who did Daenerys and Viserys live with?

In 297 AC, Viserys and Daenerys were taken in by Magister Illyrio Mopatis in the Free City of Pentos, who offered his help in reclaiming the Iron Throne for Viserys. They have lived with Illyrio for almost half a year.

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