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Biggest Moments from House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale

The dragons and armies of the realm gather.

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August 5, 2024

Ved Prabhudesai

Rhaenyra toasting a feast with her allies

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The second season of House of the Dragon ends with shocking twists, explosive moments, and a setup for future conflict. The series finale leaves fans divided with a cliffhanger. Some have praised the show’s writing, while others feel it leaves too many questions unanswered.

The episode features unexpected reunions and the realm gearing up for war. Read on to discover the biggest moments from Season 2, Episode 8, “The Queen Who Never Was.”

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Tyland negotiates with the Triarchy

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The Greens need to break the Velaryon blockade in the Narrow Sea, so they send Tyland Lannister to negotiate with the Triarchy of the Free Cities. The Triarchy agrees to lend their fleet in exchange for control of the Stepstones.

Tyland reluctantly accepts the deal. As part of the agreement, the Triarchy’s admiral, Sharako Lohar, demands Tyland win a wrestling match. Despite a rough start, Tyland manages to impress Lohar and secure the fleet’s support.

Daemon pledges allegiance to Rhaenyra

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Alys Rivers awakens Daemon at night and takes him to the weirwood in the godswood. After touching it, he sees visions of White Walkers, Daenerys Targaryen, and Rhaenyra on the Iron Throne. Disturbed by these visions, Daemon meets Ser Alfred Broome the next day, who suggests they need a strong leader.

Meanwhile, Rhaenyra arrives at Harrenhal, summoned by Ser Simon Strong, who suspects Daemon might betray her. Realizing Rhaenyra’s destiny to rule, Daemon pledges his allegiance to her at Harrenhal, declaring, “We fight for our queen.”

Alicent meets Rhaenyra at Dragonstone

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Alicent travels to Dragonstone to meet Rhaenyra and urges her to end the war. Rhaenyra insists it is too late. Alicent explains she crowned Aegon because she believed it was what Viserys wanted.

She suggests they escape the war together, but Rhaenyra refuses, stating her place is at Dragonstone. However, Rhaenyra allows Alicent to leave unharmed.

The armies of the realm amassing

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As the episode concludes, Tyland sets sail with Sharako Lohar and the Triarchy’s fleet. Jason Lannister gathers his forces at the Golden Tooth. The Dragonseeds prepare for battle, and the Winter Wolves march towards the Riverlands.

The Hightower army advances from Oldtown, with Prince Daeron flying on Tessarion. The Velaryon fleet readies for battle, setting the stage for a naval clash in the Battle of the Gullet next season.

Rhaena encounters Sheepstealer

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Rhaena sneaks away from the group, escorting Princes Aegon and Viserys to the ship Gay Abandon, destined for Pentos. She tracks the dragon Sheepstealer, surviving on stream water. The show’s final scene reveals Rhaena finally encountering the dragon.

It remains to be seen if she will claim Sheepstealer. In the book, a girl named Nettles tames Sheepstealer by feeding it sheep. With her Valyrian blood, Rhaena might find it easier to bond with the dragon, possibly replacing Nettles’ role in the show.

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Ved Prabhudesai

Ved Prabhudesai is an avid enthusiast of all things pop culture. He has a special interest in the field of animation and art, with a background in Fine Arts and Digital Media Arts. He has begun his first into the field of Entertainment Journalism with Wiki of Thrones, and has been writing for them since 2023. He also has experience working as a screenplay writer, animator and comic book artist. His hobbies include holding discussions and organising events focused around pop culture, dissecting the importance of media in today's world. He began reading A Song Of Ice And Fire shortly before Game of Thrones debuted on HBO. He has followed the series religiously and has spent hours reading Wikis learning about Targaryen history and possible plot points we will see in the Winds of Winter.