Key Developments in Episode 7 of House of the Dragon Season
The seventh and penultimate episode of House of the Dragon Season 2 featured several secondary events that added depth to the ongoing storyline. Here are the key developments:
1. Rina and the Wild Dragon
- Departure to the Vale: Rina (Phoebe Campbell) left for the Vale with Queen Rhaenyra’s children.
- Encounter with a Wild Dragon: A new wild dragon appeared. The question remains whether Rina can tame it.
2. Queen Mother Alicent’s Escape
- Secret Escape: Queen Mother Alicent (Olivia Cooke) secretly escaped from King’s Landing with Ser Rickard (Vincent Regan) to the Kingswood camp.
- Undecided Return: Alicent expressed indifference about returning to King’s Landing, leaving her future plans uncertain.
3. Aemond’s Discovery
- New Dragon Rider: Temporary King Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) discovered that his brother Daeron’s dragon, Tessarion, now has a rider in Old Town and will soon join the Hightower fight.
4. Aemond’s Retreat
- Tactical Withdrawal: Aemond ordered his dragon, Vhagar, to retreat after being chased by the dragon Silverwing back to Dragonstone.
- Confrontation with Rhaenyra’s Dragons: Upon seeing Queen Rhaenyra’s new dragons perched on a mountain, Aemond showed signs of fear for the first time.
George R.R. Martin’s Praise
- Positive Feedback: Author George R.R. Martin praised the show’s writers for their changes to his original story.
- Exceptional Directing: Martin commended the direction and specific performances, particularly Reese Ifans as Otto Hightower.
- Enhanced Characters and Plot: He highlighted the enriched portrayal of Helaena Targaryen and the introduction of the character Cheese, which added depth to the story.
Plot Summary of Season 2
- Succession and Conflict: The season begins with the coronation of King Aegon II and the death of Queen Rhaenyra’s son.
- Targaryen Civil War: The Targaryen family splits into two factions, with Aegon II ruling from the Iron Throne. Rhaenyra and her Black Council strategize their next moves as civil war looms.
George R.R. Martin expressed his admiration for the show’s adaptation of his book "Fire & Blood," praising the innovative changes and rich character development that the writers brought to the series.
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