the decision not to sack Valdocaso

"The first true test for the Conquerors came with Lord Darklyn of Duskendale and Lord Mooton of Maidenpool, who joined forces and marched south with three thousand men, aiming to drive the invaders back into the sea. Aegon sent Orys Baratheon to attack them during their march, while he himself descended from the skies on Black Dread. The two lords were killed in the one-sided battle that followed; Darklyn’s son and Mooton’s brother later offered their castles and swore loyalty to House Targaryen. At the time, Duskendale was the main port of Westeros on the narrow sea, having become a vast and wealthy city thanks to the trade that passed through its docks. Visenya Targaryen did not allow the city to be sacked, but did not hesitate to claim its riches, greatly inflating the Conquerors’ coffers."

Visenya demonstrates a pragmatic and strategic side by choosing not to sack Valdocaso, even though victory could have justified it. Instead, she claimed the city's wealth and ensured that the port continued to operate, generating trade that would benefit the newly established Targaryen domain. This decision shows that she was not only a warrior but also someone with sharp political insight, understanding the importance of enriching the Targaryens while preserving an essential economic base. By avoiding unnecessary antagonism, she maintained the diplomacy needed to secure the population's acceptance and loyalty.