'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 7: 5 Easter eggs you might have missed out on
Contains spoilers and speculation for 'House of the Dragon'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 7 aired on HBO on Sunday, July 28. The gripping episode focused on dragon claims and wartime battles, but it also featured some intriguing subplots that may have gone under the radar.
'House of the Dragon' excels at subtly foreshadowing future events and revealing aspects of characters that will become significant later in the show, whether through visual cues or dialogue.
Here's a look at some aspects of the episode that subliminally discussed various aspects of the show's narrative.
1. Jacerys's prediction about Dragonseeds
Jacerys Velaryon (Harry Collett) was the one who first proposed finding riders for the unclaimed dragons.
However, he appeared to regret this suggestion to Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) when he saw Addam of Hull (Clinton Liberty) riding Seasmoke.
Jacerys warns Rhaenyra about placing trust in lowborn individuals, especially when it comes to matters involving dragons
The ability to control dragons has long been what sets the Targaryens apart, and Jacerys believes that this privilege should be reserved for high-born Targaryens alone.
He predicts that anyone who gains control of a dragon will become greedy and seek the Iron Throne for themselves. This prediction proves true, as Ulf (Tom Bennett) and Hugh (Kieran Bew) later harbor ambitions of sitting on the Iron Throne, as detailed in 'Fire and Blood.'
2. Daeron and Tessarion
Daeron Targaryen, the brother of Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell), has been living in Oldtown with the Hightowers. He is bonded with a dragon named Tessarion, who was mentioned in Episode 7.
Both Daeron Targaryen and his dragon, Tessarion, will play crucial roles in the Dance of the Dragons as they fight alongside the Greens in the conflict.
Daeron will earn the nickname 'Daeron the Daring' for his bravery as a Dragonrider and his strategic acumen. He plays a pivotal role in turning the tide in favor of the Greens by orchestrating the betrayal of Ulf and Hugh. Daeron might appear in the final episode of Season 2.
3. Aegon walking on the insistence of Larys Strong
Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) has been pressured by Larys Strong (Mathew Needham) to walk despite his health not being ideal for such exertion. While this storyline might seem innocuous at the moment, it will have significant repercussions later.
Larys Strong and Aegon II Targaryen will eventually escape King's Landing and make their way to Dragonstone when Rhaenyra Targaryen seizes control of the city.
Aegon's ability to walk, even with a bent body, will prove advantageous as he disguises himself as a smallfolk.
4. Sea and Salt
Alyn of Hull (Abubaker Salim) dedicates himself to Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint) and the sea, especially now that his brother rides the dragon Seasmoke.
Alyn of Hull, sharing the same bloodline as his brother, could also be eligible to claim a dragon and gain significant power. However, his true passion appears to lie with the sea.
Alyn will ultimately succeed Corlys as the Lord of the Tides and play a significant role in the Battle of Gullet in the show.
5. Another Sheepstealer tease
Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell) again encounters evidence of burnt sheep in the Vale. These burnt sheep serve as a subtle hint for the dragon Sheepstealer
In the book 'Fire and Blood,' Sheepstealer is ridden by a character named Nettles. However, in the show, it appears that Nettles has been integrated into Rhaena Targaryen's character.
How to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 has been streaming on HBO since June 16, 2024, with new episodes dropping every Sunday till August 4, 2024.
The streaming platform typically offers three packages you can choose from depending on your budget.
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.
Meanwhile, the third package, titled Ultimate Ad-Free, costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually.
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer
