The second season of House of the Dragon picks up where the first season left off, with the realm in turmoil. The death of King Viserys I (Paddy Considine) has set off a chain reaction of events, as various factions vie for power. The season focuses on the growing tensions between the greens (supporters of Aegon II Targaryen) and the blacks (supporters of Rhaenyra Targaryen), each with their own agendas and motivations.