House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 "The Queen Who Ever Was"

On this episode of Small Screen Couch Commentary, Alex and Billy dive deep into the epic events of House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 8, titled "The Queen Who Ever Was." A finale that is packed with drama, some humor, and perhaps leaving us with more questions than we thought we would have at this point.

The episode kicks off with Aemond’s controversial alliance with the Triarchy, negotiated by Tyland Lannister, who has a wild encounter with their pirate admiral, Lohar. Things get muddy—literally—with a hilarious mud-wrestling challenge, but Tyland secures the alliance. Meanwhile, Aemond is spiraling, torching Sharp Point in a fit of rage after his retreat from Dragonstone. Larys Strong warns Aegon, suggesting a hasty escape before his brother returns. Alicent tries to figure out what lies in own future and she considers fleeing with Helaena but remains stuck between protecting her family and Aemond’s war path.

On Dragonstone, Rhaenyra and her new dragonriders prepare for what is sure to be a bold and bloody war. Meanwhile, Daemon is deep in Harrenhal politics, but his visions of the future, guided by Alys Rivers, transform his perspective on the war and his loyalty to Rhaenyra.

The episode’s emotional core hits when Alicent and Rhaenyra meet again, their relationship strained by war and loss. The two women face hard choices, knowing their next moves may doom their families. With dragonriders ready for battle and armies mobilizing, the stage is set for the next deadly phase of the Dance of the Dragons.

Tune in as Alex and Billy break it all down with insight and bold predictions on Small Screen Couch Commentary!