“House of the Dragon” 2×06: The dragon riders arrive in Westeros.

Episode 6 of Season 2 House of the Dragon makes one thing clear: this is a war that will involve two sides. On the one hand, there’s strategy, in which the likes of Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) and Laris (Matthew Needham) will play important roles. On the other, there’s brute force, in the form of armies, but especially dragons. The mythical beasts have just become an integral part of the Targaryen faction. Not just for their obvious firepower — that, of course — but because of the fear that the mere announcement of its existence causes.

But there are problems on both sides. The Blacks have dragons, but few riders. However, they also have a queen who, despite her failures, continues to hold an important place in the kingdom. The Greens boast the giant Vhagar, but the king is wounded and now the head of the Iron Throne is Aemond (Ewan Mitchell), who is not only convinced of his right to rule, but does so in the most brutal way possible. And all this while the people of the riverlands are torn between their loyalties to their natural lords and to a demon (Matt Smith). who still stands at the center of what appears to be the ghosts of ancient Harrenhal.

That is why war still remains in the realm of strategy. Both sides claim a victory that exceeds the representativeness, or at least the spectacle, of an open-air dragon battle. So it is time for advice, or at least for the knowledge of the people. House of the Dragon He demonstrates once again that everything that goes on in his arguments is actually a careful political game. But for the first time this season, he makes it clear It’s not enough for either green or black.

Aemond Targaryen begins to rule

For Aemond, trying to subjugate his brother is profitable enough to gain temporary control of the realm. If Alicent (Olivia Cooke) saw first-hand how power treats women in Westeros last week, she now has no doubt that her days of being listened to are over. House of the Dragonthus reminding us that the entire conflict goes beyond any decision of the dowager queen. So it is more connected with how the continent perceives its influential female figures.

The thing is, Aymond tells Alicent more directly than anyone else that her days as a consultant are over. And he even gives her a recommendation: to return to housework. In one simple sentence, the Prince Regent illuminates several issues. First, he is prepared to rule alone or with as little influence as possible. Second, he considers his mother an enemy. or an obstacle to overcome, at least.

At this point, Aemond has other concerns: the Lannisters refuse to advance without Vhagar’s protection. A subtle irony about how little they need the prince. So he decides in a rage to send Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel), whose position as It appears Mano is in question to restore order among the crown’s allies.

Of course, getting to Casterly Rock would require a complex mobilization. Again, the argument House of the Dragon Play with the timing of the land journey. Something more noticeable when Aemond’s orders are summed up in all armies marching west and then to ancient Harrenhal. The plan, at least for now, is plausible enough to be a solid thread leading a message to the continent that the crown and its power still reside in the Red Keep.

King on the rope House of the Dragon

When Aemond makes the dubious decision to ally with the Triarchy – the Free Cities of Lys, Myr, and Tyrosh – to break a naval blockade, several things are happening around him. One is that Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) is beginning to recover. But the monarch’s improvement is bad news for the regent, who soon goes to his brother’s chambers and reminds him of the danger he’s in. This confirms that Aemond almost intentionally killed the king. This marks an important departure from the book. Fire and Blood (2018) which is being adapted House of the Dragon.

Aegon knows what he is facing, so he claims not to remember. But it is clear that the young monarch knows he is on the verge of being killed or killed. This creates a new scenario: an internal enemy that must be dealt with somehow. This is a resource that House of the Dragon will be used several times in this chapter. Especially since possible victory seems closer to those who achieve political victories, rather than on the battlefield.This is because the main characters seem to have a hard time confronting each other on different flanks of the continent.

This becomes much clearer when one of the decisive turns occurs in the sixth chapter of the book. House of the Dragon. The blockade of King’s Landing causes famine and food shortages. So, under the orders of Misaria (Sonoya Mizuno), boats with the Black banner arrive on the shores of the capital. All this is combined with rumors that food is being thrown out inside the Red Keep and the city is suffering from hunger. This will lead to one of the worst situations the Greens have ever faced. : A rebellion under one’s own roof What inspired by hunger and fearor.

Hunger, war and fire in House of the Dragon

At Harrenhal, Daemon continues to have visions, disturbing dreams, and what seems like one long nightmare. It includes a review of his relationship with his brother Viserys I (Paddy Considine) in a series of twisting stories. memories. Again, the plot, which explores the mysterious enclave and what goes on there, is the weakest part of the production. Not to mention the worst writing. Aside from the little information it brings to center stage, Damon’s equally erratic and pointless behavior makes his confinement in the castle all the more inexplicable.

But perhaps it is precisely his absence from the forefront of the dispute that leads to House of the Dragon into even more interesting regions. In an attempt to regain control of the war, Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy) makes good on her promise to Jace (Harry Collette). Try to find new dragon riders. However, the first attempt turns out to be a failure.

In a stunning scene that shows the chasms at the foot of Dragonstone, Ser Steffon Darklyn (Anthony Flanagan), chosen by the queen for his murky blood ties to the crown, attempts the impossible. Namely, to force Bruma to obey him. The experiment ends in tragedy, and things get even more complicated for Rhaenyra. He has no dragons, no Daemon to back him up. He barely has Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint), now his Hand and one of his undisputed lords. But is this enough?

Turbulence on Dragonstone

The final section of Chapter Six House of the Dragon shows that everything is approaching the inevitable battle that will demonstrate the true worth of the combatants. But there are still several victories ahead. One, the one who allowed Misaria to carry out his machinations in the Capital.

The hungry and angry populace revolted, leading to the Dowager Queen and Halena (Fia Saban) being directly and brutally attacked. Blood of the Greens is launched for the first time, and its consequences will certainly be revealed in the remaining two chapters.

In Dragonstone, Rhaenyra and Mysaria star in the most unique and unexpected moment of the series. An erotic, lonely, and painful kiss. It may seem like a simple resource to explore in the queen’s solitude, but it is undoubtedly much more. An isolated sovereign has few allies, and this may determine his future.

When the dragon Mist chooses his rider, the chapter ends with a message: this war will be fought in the air and with fire. Everything seems to foreshadow a battle that is about to begin, and which will destroy everyone equally.The Dance of the Dragons is getting closer.