Episode Recap

House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 2: A Storm is Coming

Episode Recap

In the second episode of House of the Dragon, tensions rise as Lord Corlys Velaryon expresses concerns about violent attacks on maritime shipping lanes from the Stepstones, a chain of islands in the Narrow Sea. The royal council discusses the threat, with King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) reluctant to go to war.

Meanwhile, Prince Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) continues his campaign against the Crabfeeders, a group of pirates operating in the Stepstones. With the help of his dragon, Caraxes, Daemon successfully defeats the pirates and brings their leader's head back to King's Landing as a trophy.

However, Daemon's actions have unintended consequences. His victory angers the Triarchy, a confederation of three Free Cities in Essos, which sees Daemon's actions as a threat to its own interests.

Conclusion

The second episode of House of the Dragon ends with a sense of foreboding. The Triarchy's declaration of war against the Seven Kingdoms sets the stage for a major conflict that will have far-reaching consequences for both Westeros and Essos. With tensions rising and alliances shifting, it is clear that the realm is on the brink of a storm that could change everything.