'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 8 Preview: Blacks gain upper hand in civil war with Dragonriders

With Dragonriders by her side, Rhaenyra Targaryen may be headed for King's Landing in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2
The Blacks now have new Dragonriders by their side, ready to confront the might of Vhagar in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 (@hbo)
The Blacks now have new Dragonriders by their side, ready to confront the might of Vhagar in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 (@hbo)

Contains spoilers and speculation for 'House of the Dragon' Season 2

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 7 aired on HBO on Sunday, July 28. The high-octane episode delivered a captivating twist in the battle for the Iron Throne, as the Blacks appeared to discover a potential path to victory in the Civil War.

Not long ago, the Greens seemed unbeatable, with Vhagar crushing any opposition from the Blacks’ forces. After Rook’s Rest battle, it appeared that the Greens were on the path to inevitable victory in the Civil War.

However, as the season nears its conclusion, the Blacks have discovered a potential strategy to turn the tide of the war. Here’s what we anticipate might happen for the Blacks in the final episode. 

Will Queen Rhaenyra take King's Landing in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 8?

Rhaenyra Targaryen is the protagonist of 'House of the Dragon' and the leader of Team Black (@hbo)
A still from 'House of the Dragon' (@hbo)

In Episode 7 of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) demonstrated immense bravery, willing to sacrifice many lives in her pursuit of the Dragonseeds who could ride the unclaimed dragons.

As per 'Fire & Blood', Rhaenyra’s courageous decision is expected to bear fruit in Episode 8, where she is poised to seize the throne from the Greens.

In the book, Rhaenyra, alongside her new Dragonriders Hugh (Kieran Bew), Ulf (Tom Bennett), and Adamm of Hull (Clinton Liberty), will journey to King’s Landing.

In the book, there is a fourth Dragonrider named Nettles who rides the dragon Sheepstealer. Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell) will likely take the role of Sheepstealer’s rider in the show, given the evidence of the dragon’s presence in the Vale.

Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell) and Criston Cole (Fabian Frankel), the key decision-makers for the Greens, will travel to the Riverlands, only to find an empty castle awaiting them at Harrenhal.

Meanwhile, Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) will outmaneuver them, leaving King’s Landing vulnerable to the Blacks.

If the book is accurate, this will only be a temporary victory for the Blacks. The Greens are expected to retaliate fiercely, with Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) and the Triarchy breaking the Blockade of Gullet.

With Daeron and Tessarion entering the fray, and an enraged Aemond still commanding Vhagar, the Blacks will face a formidable challenge in maintaining control of King’s Landing.

The conclusion of the next episode may foreshadow these events for the third season.

How and when to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 8?

Rhaenyra and Jacerys look for Dragonriders (@hbo)
A still from 'House of the Dragon' (@hbo)

HBO will follow a weekly schedule for 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 and as per the schedule, Episode 8 will release on Sunday, August 4 at 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT on Max.

The episode is directed by Geeta Vasant Patel. To watch the episode, you will need a Max Subscription.

The streaming platform typically offers three packages that 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



 

'House of the Dragon' Season 2 is streaming on HBO.

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