Summary

TheHouse of the Dragonseason 2, episode 6 trailer teases the next step in the Dance of the Dragons. For the first few episodes of the second season, the Blacks and Greens inched closer and closer to war, starting with Blood Cheese and followed by the duel of the Cargyll twins. All-out war finally arrived inHouse of the Dragonseason 2 episode 4with the Battle of Rook’s Rest, an epic aerial battle that saw Aemond and his dragon Vhagar taking the life of Rhaenys and Meleys, and gravely wounding Aegon and Sunfyre.

Now, after the fifth episode aired,Maxreleased the trailer forHouse of the Dragonseason 2, episode 6. Watch it below:

Daemon and Jacaerys in House of the Dragon

Following Jace and Rhaenyra’s revelation, the trailer continues their plan to claim the riderless dragons on Dragonstone, including Vermithor, for the Blacks. Meanwhile, Daemon continues going rogue throughout the Riverlands, raising up an army that could challenge the Greens.

Recapping House Of The Dragon Season 2, Episode 5

& What To Expect From House Of The Dragon Season 2, Episode 6

House of the Dragonseason 2 episode 5mostly deals with the fallout of the Battle of Rook’s Rest, including Rhaenys' death and Aegon’s injuries. The Greens parade Meleys' decapitated head through the streets of King’s Landing, though instead of it having the desired effect, the smallfolk see it as an ill omen. Aegon is still alive, though he is severely burned and battered. The majority of the small council decides that Aemond, as Aegon’s heir and a formidable dragon rider, should serve as King in his stead.

In episode 5,many political machinations also occur in the fallout of the Battle of Rook’s Rest. In the Riverlands, Daemon authorizes the Blackwoods to initiate a campaign of unspeakable violence against the Brackens as a persuasive tactic. Meanwhile, Aemond’s first order of business is to shut the gates of King’s Landing, which is also sure to sow unrest amongst the smallfolk. Jace treats with the Freys at the Twins for their support, and upon returning to Dragonstone, he reminds Rhaenyra of the riderless dragons on the island.

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House Of The Dragon Season 2, Episode 5 Ending Explained: What Rhaenyra & Jacaerys' Plan Is

House of the Dragon season 2, episode 5, sees the aftermath of the Battle of Rook’s Rest, with many new plot threads and moments to break down.

TheHouse of the Dragonseason 2, episode 6 trailer shows Jace and Rhaenyra putting their plan to claim the riderless dragons into action.Their plan is to find others with Valyrian blood to see if they can claim the riderless dragons on Dragonstone, including the large and powerful Vermithor, which could turn the tide of the war. Meanwhile, Daemon continues his campaign in the Riverlands which, if it continues to be successful, could outnumber Criston and Aemond’s army. However, it’s unclear if Daemon is raising an army for himself, or for Rhaenyra.

House of the Dragonairs new episodes Sunday nights on HBO and Max.