‘House of the Dragon’: Who’s Up? Who’s Down? Who’s Missing an Ear?

Before Season 2 of “House of the Dragon” began in mid-June, HBO hadn’t released a new episode for about two years; so with the premiere days away, we published a guide to the show’s sprawling cast.

Seven episodes later, much has changed. Westeros is divided by a civil war between the Blacks, who support Rhaenyra Targaryen’s claim to the throne, and the Greens, who support her half brother Aegon’s. Characters have died, been maimed or disappeared. Meanwhile, the common people — known in the show’s parlance as smallfolk — have played an increasingly large role, adding several new faces to the show. It seemed like time for an update.

Whether you’ve picked sides or simply want to catch up in time for the Sunday season finale, here is a look at the major players now.

I updated my guide to the cast of House of the Dragon for the New York Times. It’s a gift link!

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