House of the Dragon S3E06
Jul 27, 2026 · 1h 12m
Summary
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight analyze House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 6, discussing Criston Cole’s death in the Butcher’s Ball and the resulting political fallout. They cover Rhaenyra’s tense interactions with Alicent and Daemon, Corlys Velaryon’s refusal to aid the capital, and Aegon’s decision to flee to Essos. The episode also explores Gawain’s disillusionment in Tumbleton and the growing instability of Rhaenyra’s rule.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ad Breaks
Episode Intro and Recap
Cole's Battle and the Napkin Scene
Alysanne Blackwood and the Rivermen
The Slaughter at Tumbleton and Small Council Debate
Rhaenyra's Response and the Vulture King
Ulf and Helena in Tumbleton
Alison, Helena, and Mysaria's Leverage
Ad Break
Daemon's Hangings and Corlys's Anger
Tyland's Escape and Aemond's Recovery
Rhaena's Madness and Daemon's Romance
Gawain's Arrival and Ormond's Manipulation
The Dragon Eggs Reveal in Harrenhal
Daemon's Street Fight and Ulf's Betrayal
Corlys's Infiltration and Alison's Mission
Ad Break
Final Thoughts and Theories
Outro and Credits
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