The finale of House of the Dragon Season 2 has made it clear that Rhaenyra and her half-brother aren't the only clever ones trying to gain power. Larys Strong's surprising move has left fans wondering about the upcoming threats in the next season.
While fans didn't get to witness a heated battle between the Greens and the Blacks at the end, the fantasy drama did reveal some major shockers like Alicent and Rhaenyra trying to make amends and Larys' hidden agenda.
As seen in the HBO series, Larys joined forces with King Aegon Targaryen II to flee from King's Landing, not to save the King but to win his trust so he could initiate his manipulative tactics and gradually gain power.
Since Aegon and Aemond aren't on good terms, Larys cleverly uses their bitterness against them. He successfully solidified his status in Aegon's inner circle which will help him influence the King ahead.
How Larys Strong's plan could shape the future of Westeros in House of the Dragon Season 3
The second installment has left fans curious about the upcoming season. Season 3 is expected to open with a huge twist or an explosive fight between the Targaryens.
However, apart from the Dance of the Dragons, another significant element that could change the situation in the Kingdom of Westeros is Larys Strong's clever motive.
The Master of Whisperers manipulated Aegon to flee from King's Landing, leaving the throne as he decided not to give it to Aemond. While Aegon is far from the throne, Larys has been constantly manipulating him, hoping to gain political power in the shadow of the King.
Since Larys was also behind Aegon's escape, it could possibly lead other houses to reconsider their allies as the Civil War is yet to end. Using his intelligence and political knowledge, Larys can be the kingmaker in House of the Dragon Season 3, if more houses decide to shake hands with the Greens.
Additionally, Aegon's insecurity might lead him to make hasty decisions. Reacting aggressively toward his half-sister would only yield unfavorable outcomes.
Larys' role will be crucial in helping the King make calculated moves and fight for more power, while Rhaenyra might try to claim her position among the members of the House of Targaryens.
These actions significantly hint at the potential rivalry between Rhaenyra and Aegon in Season 3, which will arrive sometime in 2026.
How did House of the Dragon Season 2 end?
Even without a battle at the end, the Targaryens faced notable tensions. The finale revealed Alicent Hightower's urge to save her children and herself from the war, as she proposed making amends with her former childhood best friend.
However, Rhaneyra didn't like Alicent's idea as she initially refused her request to reconcile when Rhanenyra disguised herself as a Septa. Now that Aegon has escaped and Aemond proved his destructive powers, a huge battle is on the way which will likely take place in Season 3.
Moreover, Daemon had visions about the Bloodraven, connecting the dots with Game of Thrones, and even saw the Whitewalkers approaching. In his vision, Daemon saw Daenerys Targaryen with her dragons, hinting that her role in the upcoming battle would be notable.
Overall, the finale of season 2 has perfectly set the stage for the third installment, which would introduce viewers to more dragons and a bigger conflict.
House of the Dragon is available on HBO.
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