‘House of the Dragon’ Star Officially Breaks Silence About Season 4
Steve Toussaint, who plays legendary Sea Snake Corlys Velaryon in House of the Dragon, broke his silence regarding his character’s struggles in season 3. Corlys experienced significant hardship throughout the season, beginning with the Battle of the Gullet, which resulted in the destruction of his castle and much of his naval fleet. Beyond material losses, he suffered the deaths of multiple family members, diminishing both his power and influence within the Seven Kingdoms.
The character’s political fortunes deteriorated further when Queen Rhaenyra rebuffed his request to have his bastard sons officially recognized as Velaryons. The rejection proved particularly awkward given Rhaenyra’s own grief over her lost children. Corlys’ situation worsened considerably when he was captured by enemy forces and held hostage, placing him in a perilous position during one of the season’s most critical junctures.
Despite these cascading misfortunes, Corlys emerged as a pivotal figure in events surrounding the Battle of Tumbleton, the season’s climactic engagement. He played a crucial role both in the lead-up to and aftermath of the battle, positioning him as instrumental to the season’s resolution. Toussaint’s commentary provides valuable insight into his character’s complex emotional and political arc through season 3’s dramatic events.