At the beginning of Season 2, neither had armies ready to fight.
What Resources Does Each Side Have?
Meanwhile, the Blacks' allies are still being sorted out.
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But the most important advantage in the Dance of the Dragons is, of course,the dragons.
These living war machines are more powerful than any army, only threatened by each other.
The Blacks have the advantage of numbers, but several of them are too small to ride.
The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.
Admittedly,Harrenhal is protected by Daemon’s dragon, so there is considerable danger for the Lannister army.
YetAemond, the regent for his brother and embracing the power, is displeased by the delay.
He refuses to fly along with them, saying instead that he will meet the men at Harrenhal.
But Rhaenyra’s plotting in Dragonstone is not the only place her allies are active.
Finally, Grover Tully is dead.
This turn is surprising as the Greens expected support from the Reach.
It seemsthe Beesburys will delay the Hightower army further, weakening the Greens' numbers.
The smallfolk’s anger rises, and Rhaenyra takes advantage of it.
The loss of power is not surprising but is a blow to the character.
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Fortunately, Aemond does hope to return a familiar face,planning to restore Otto Hightower as Hand.
This may curb the damage losing Alicent could cause if Otto can be reached.
However, Aemond’s changes may not last asAegon wakes up from his injuries.
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Though still suffering, it seemsthe king will live, though permanently injured.
This will take the power away from Aemond, but not entirely.
Aegon seems to fear Aemond, likely remembering who attacked him despite his claim to have forgotten.
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Instead, Seasmoke flees, choosing Addam of Hull as his new rider.
And how was a connection to the royal family forgotten so quickly?
Who Wins This Week?
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With little in the way of conflict this week, a winner is hard to choose.
However,things seem to be working out for the Blacks.
The Greens are still struggling the the barricade as they recruit allies.
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And with the smallfolk fighting for her in King’s Landing, Rhaenyra’s side is pulling ahead.
New episodes ofHouse of the DragonSeason 2 premiere Sundays on HBO and Max.
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