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A photo of Khal Drogo with Khaleesi Daenerys's quote: "When the sun rises in the west and sets in the east... Then you shall return to me, my sun and stars." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones
A photo of Khal Drogo with Khaleesi Daenerys's quote: "When the sun rises in the west and sets in the east... Then you shall return to me, my sun and stars." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

34 Khal Drogo and Khaleesi Quotes That Make them a Powerful Couple

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
May 22, 2023
05:00 P.M.

Khal Drogo and Khaleesi Daenerys Targaryen's relationship were hotter than dragon fire and more passionate than a Westerosi summer. Here are 34 quotes that capture their legendary romance.

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Khaleesi Daenerys and Khal Drogo's relationship during the first season of "Game of Thrones" underwent a complex and transformative journey. Initially arranged, their union began with clashes of culture and language barriers, but a genuine connection blossomed between them as time passed.

Drogo's fierce warrior demeanor softened in Daenerys' presence, revealing glimpses of tenderness and intimacy. Despite their differences, they found solace in each other's company, defying societal expectations.

Tragically, their love was abruptly cut short by Drogo's untimely death, leaving Daenerys devastated and setting her on a path that would ultimately shape her destiny as the Mother of Dragons. Below, you'll find a collection of quotes from this fierce duo.

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "This is where Drogo promised to take his khalasar west to where the world ends." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "This is where Drogo promised to take his khalasar west to where the world ends." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

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Memorable Quotes of Daenerys Targaryen, Khaleesi of the Great Grass Sea

"He can't [die]. I won't let him." — Khaleesi Daenerys

"This is not a life." — Khaleesi Daenerys

"The witch who murdered my husband." — Khaleesi Daenerys

"I burnt his body." — Khaleesi Daenerys

Khal Drogo's quote: "I will give him Seven Kingdoms. I, Drogo, will do this." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "I will give him Seven Kingdoms. I, Drogo, will do this." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"I am a Khaleesi of the Dothraki. I am the wife of the great Khal and I carry his son inside me. The next time you raise a hand to me, will be the last time you have hands." — Khaleesi Daenerys

"You are small men. None of you are fit to lead the Dothraki. But I am, so I will." — Khaleesi Daenerys

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"When the sun rises in the west and sets in the east... Then you shall return to me, my sun and stars." — Khaleesi Daenerys to Khal Drogo

Khal Drogo's quote: "Moon of my life." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "Moon of my life." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"[Khal Drogo speaks Dothraki]

Viserys [looks at Daenerys]: What's he saying?

Daenerys: He says 'yes.' You shall have a golden crown that men shall tremble to behold...

Viserys: That was all I wanted...what was promised...

[Khal Drogo walks up to Daenerys and commands men in Dothraki language to hold Viserys]

Viserys: Ah! No...no! You cannot touch me I am the dragon I am. I won my crown

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Drogo melts pieces of gold into a pot

Jorah: Look away Khaleesi...

Viserys: Danny tell them...*screams in pain*

Khal Drogo: A crown for a King.

Daenerys: he is no dragon. fire cannot kill a dragon." — "Game of Thrones"

Khaleesi Daenerys' quote: "He can't [die]. I won't let him." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khaleesi Daenerys' quote: "He can't [die]. I won't let him." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's Quotes Moments before His Death

"See how fierce she grows." — Khal Drogo

"Maybe I refused to enter the night lands without you." — Khal Drogo

"Moon of my life." — Khal Drogo

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"And to my son, The Stallion Who Will Mount the Word, I will also pledge a gift. I will give him the Iron Chair that his mother's father sat upon. I will give him Seven Kingdoms. I, Drogo, will do this. I will take my Khalasar west to where the world ends...and ride wooden horses across the black salt water as no Khal has done before! I will kill the men in iron suits and tear down their stone houses! I will rape their women, take their children as slaves, and bring their broken gods back to Vaes Dothrak! This, I vow, I, Drogo, son of Bharbo. I swear before the Mother of Mountains as the stars look down in witness! As the stars look down in witness! As the stars look down in witness!" — Khal Drogo to Khaleesi Daenerys

"Jorah the Andal. I heard what you did. Choose any horse you wish, it is yours. I make this gift to you." — Khal Drogo

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "My reign has just begun." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "My reign has just begun." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

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Quotes from Khaleesi and Other Characters on Khal Drogo and the Dothraki

"Daenerys Targaryen: I don't want to be his Queen. I want to go home.

Viserys Targaryen: I want us both to go home, but they took it from us. So tell me, sweet sister, how do we go home? We go home with an army. With Khal Drogo's army..." — "Game of Thrones"

"Daenerys Targaryen: I don't know how to say thank you in Dothraki.

Jorah Mormont: There is no word for thank you in Dothraki." — "Game of Thrones"

"Jorah Mormont: They don't like the idea of a woman leading a Khalasar.

Daenerys Targaryen: They will like it far less when I am done with them." — "Game of Thrones"

Khal Drogo's quote: "Maybe I refused to enter the night lands without you." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "Maybe I refused to enter the night lands without you." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

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"Daenerys Targaryen: This is where Drogo promised to take his khalasar west to where the world ends. To ride wooden horses across the Black Salt Sea as no khal has done before. He promised to kill the men in their iron suits and tear down their stone houses. He swore to me before the Mother of Mountains.

Khal Moro: And you were dumb enough to believe him.

Daenerys Targaryen: And here, now, what great matters do the Great Khals discuss? Which little villages you'll raid...how many horses you'll demand in tribute. You are small men. None of you are fit to lead the Dothraki. But I am. So I will." — "Game of Thrones"

Khal Drogo's quote: "A crown for a King." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "A crown for a King." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"Tyrion Lannister: It's interesting, these heroes you name. Drogo, Jorah, Daario, even this... Jon Snow. They all fell in love with you.

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Daenerys Targaryen: Jon Snow's not in love with me.

Tyrion Lannister: Oh, my mistake. I suppose he stares at you longingly because he's hopeful for a successful military alliance.

Daenerys Targaryen: He's too little for me. I didn't mean... As heroes go, he is quite little." — "Game of Thrones"

The Unbreakable Khaleesi: Daenerys' Empowering Quotes Post Khal Drogo

"My reign has just begun." — Daenerys Targaryen

Khaleesi Daenerys's quote: "I am a Khaleesi of the Dothraki. I am the wife of the great Khal and I carry his son inside me. The next time you raise a hand to me, will be the last time you have hands." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khaleesi Daenerys's quote: "I am a Khaleesi of the Dothraki. I am the wife of the great Khal and I carry his son inside me. The next time you raise a hand to me, will be the last time you have hands." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"I will answer injustice with justice." — Daenerys Targaryen

"I am not your little princess. I am Daenerys Storm born of the blood of old Valyria and I will take what is mine, with fire and blood I will take it." — Daenerys Targaryen

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"Do you understand? I'm no ordinary woman. My dreams come true." — Daenerys Targaryen

"Woman? Is that meant to insult me? I would return the slap if I took you for a man." — Daenerys Targaryen

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "They can live in my new world, or they can die in their old one." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "They can live in my new world, or they can die in their old one." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"It seems to me that a queen who trusts no one is as foolish as a queen who trusts everyone." — Daenerys Targaryen

"I will not let those I have freed slide back to chains. I will sail for Westeros… I will do what queens do. I will rule." — Daenerys Targaryen

"My enemies are in the Red Keep. What kind of a queen am I if I'm not willing to risk my life to fight them?" — Daenerys Targaryen

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"I'm not going to stop the wheel. I'm going to break the wheel." — Daenerys Targaryen

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "The next time you fail me will be the last time you fail me." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Daenerys Targaryen's quote: "The next time you fail me will be the last time you fail me." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"So many men have tried to kill me, I don't remember all their names. I have been sold like a broodmare...Do you know what kept me standing through all those years in exile? Faith. Not in any gods, not in myths and legends. In myself. In Daenerys Targaryen.” — Daenerys Targaryen

"Lannister, Targaryen, Baratheon, Stark, Tyrell... they're all just spokes on a wheel. This one's on top, then that one's on top, and on and on it spins, crushing those on the ground." — Daenerys Targaryen

"Far more people in Westeros love you than love me. I don't have love here. I only have fear." — Daenerys Targaryen

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Khal Drogo's quote: "Jorah the Andal. I heard what you did. Choose any horse you wish, it is yours. I make this gift to you."  | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "Jorah the Andal. I heard what you did. Choose any horse you wish, it is yours. I make this gift to you." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

"One voice may speak you false, but in many there is always truth to be found." — Daenerys Targaryen

"My enemies are in the Red Keep. What kind of a queen am I if I'm not willing to risk my life to fight them?" — Daenerys Targaryen

"The next time you fail me will be the last time you fail me." — Daenerys Targaryen

"They can live in my new world, or they can die in their old one." — Daenerys Targaryen

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Khal Drogo's quote: "See how fierce she grows." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

Khal Drogo's quote: "See how fierce she grows." | Source: youtube.com/gameofthrones

The poignant quotes above highlight the passionate love, determination, growth, and ambitions shared between Daenerys and Khal Drogo, making their romance a compelling and unforgettable part of the series.

It appears that Daenerys learned from Drogo how to reclaim her power as a woman, showcasing her growth and strength. Although their relationship was brief, fans were amazed at the transformative impact it had on both characters, played by Emilia Clarke and Jason Momoa.

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