'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 6: Black's brilliant move to impress small folk hints at one strong alliance
Contains spoilers and speculation for 'House of the Dragon' Season 2
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 6 aired on HBO on Sunday, July 21, 2024. This gripping episode moved the story forward excitingly, keeping the popular show engaging and fresh.
Among the show's subplots are the ramifications of war on the small folk of King's Landing, who are now facing food shortages due to the blockade of Gullet halting their supply lines.
As the war drags on, the small folk struggle with dwindling food supplies while the dragons and royals continue to eat well, fueling growing resentment among the small folk toward the Greens and their rule.
The Blacks exploit the hunger in King's Landing with a strategic move orchestrated by Mysaria (Sonoya Mizuno) that could prove crucial in shifting the war's momentum in their favor.
Blacks send food to King's Landing in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 6
Since the start of Season 2, the small folk have been desperately struggling for food to sustain their lives. Although Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) had promised help, he failed to follow up as he was occupied by the war strategy and personal leisure.
Mysaria, who understands the common people better than anyone, orchestrates a clever maneuver by sending boats with food to the residents of King's Landing.
While it could be argued that the Blacks are responsible for the food scarcity due to the blockade of Gullet they imposed, the small folk may lack the perspective to grasp the complexities of political maneuvers and simply demand relief from their rulers.
In one scene, the small folk attack Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) and Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban) over the food shortages, even derisively dubbing Alicent 'the Queen of Fishes,' as fish has become their sole sustenance during the wartime scarcity.
The common folk’s perception is quickly shifting toward Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy), whom they view as a worthy successor to her father, Viserys I Targaryen (Paddy Considine), who always ensured that food was always on the table.
Ulf and Hugh the Hammer will join Rhaenyra
The show's creators highlight the frustrations of the common people through the perspectives of two characters who are set to become significant figures in the series.
The food shortage will drive Ulf (Tom Bennett) and Hugh the Hammer (Kieran Bew) to support Rhaenyra, who is currently seeking new Dragonriders.
According to the source material 'Fire and Blood,' both will travel to Dragonstone and become the Dragonriders Rhaenyra is seeking.
We have already seen Seasmoke choose Addam of Hull (Clinton Liberty) as his rider, while Vermithor and Silverwing are set to be claimed by Hugh and Ulf, respectively.
This will mark a turning point in the war, as the Blacks will then advance on King's Landing and take control of it.
How to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 premiered on HBO Max on Sunday, June 16, 2024, with new episodes dropping every Sunday. To watch the series, you will need a Max Subscription.
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The low-cost plan that supports advertising costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 annually. The second package, which does not support advertising, costs $15.99 per month or $149.99 annually.
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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 is streaming on HBO Max.