Matt B. Davis and Ser Bryan of House Darling recap Episodes 6 and 7 of House of The Dragon. 6 was late so here's 6/7. Episode 6 House of the Dragon episode six reactions and why critics may be too focused on book changes.Criston Cole’s death, the Butcher’s Ball, and whether the show handled it better than expected.Rhaenyra’s increasingly shaky leadership and Daemon’s failures in King’s Landing.Alicent’s captivity, Helaena’s growing importance, and the mystery of Aemond’s dragon eggs.Gawain Hightower’s deception at Tumbleton and Daeron’s relationship with his uncle.Rhaena, Baela, Addam, Alyn, and the growing tension around the dragonseed storyline.Corlys Velaryon’s pirate problem and whether the Sea Snake is really in danger.Ulf and Hugh’s struggles under Rhaenyra’s rule.A Game of Thrones rewatch: character motivations, Catelyn Stark’s treatment of Jon Snow, the Night’s Watch, and early-season miscommunication. Episode 7 Comparing House of the Dragon with Game of Thrones and why the original introduced so many unforgettable new characters.The recurring Game of Thrones theme that every faction believes it has the rightful ruler.Aegon and Sunfyre’s return, plus why it is suddenly so easy to root for them.Helaena’s visions, Rhaenyra’s questions about prophecy, and Aemond’s disturbing Harrenhal experience.Alicent’s attempt to poison Aemond and why the plan makes little sense.Rhaenyra’s small council, the Freys, and continuing leadership issues on the Black side.The dragon fight, Sheepstealer’s lack of control, and Daemon’s relationship with Rhaena.Ormund Hightower’s moves at Tumbleton, Corlys’ capture, and Ulf’s apparent turn.Criston Cole’s head on a spike, Daeron and Gawain’s friendship, and where the season finale appears to be heading.More Game of Thrones rewatch thoughts, including Jaime losing his hand, Daenerys’ darker side, and the White Walker threat. Rss Apple Podcaster →
