Chase & Josh: Fact or Fantasy

Today we close out our coverage on the first season of House of the Dragon, and correspondingly, close out Season 2 of Chase & Josh Fact or Fantasy with another acclaimed Rankings Episode!   Tune in for the last time this season as we put together a set of categories, rank our answers in a hierarchy format, and provide an insight of how each of us individually view what constitutes importance when it comes to our selections.   Not only will we be ranking a wide array of categories, but we will also be discussing what we think we will see in Season 2 of House of the Dragon, moments we think will come full circle, and other houses we believe will come into play. Stick around and sound off on what you agree/disagree with, and let us know your opinions about what you would change or add!

We have an exciting one to bring you today as we compare Season 1 of House of the Dragon to its novel counterpart, Fire & Blood in its corresponding pages. We are covering the second to last paragraph on Page 350 through the second paragraph on Page 422. While this is not necessarily a spoiler alert since the vast majority of what we talk about from the book is seen on screen, if you haven't read the book and don't want to know how these passages play out on paper, this is your warning.   Stay with us as we discuss some of the notable changes that are found between Season 1 and the pages that align in Fire & Blood such as; Ser Criston Cole's relationship with Princess Rhaenyra, Queen Alicent and King Viserys' third son, King Viserys' health condition, Ser Vaemond Velaryon's fate, and Queen Rhaenyra's response to King Aegon II's terms.   With Chase & Josh highlighting key differences, providing a numeric grade for Season 1 overall as well as a grade for the affiliated 72 pages in Fire & Blood, and discussing how the portrayal of characters can give a conflicting sense of allegiance, don't miss out!   "And with his death, the war of ravens and envoys and marriage pacts came to an end, and the war of fire and blood began in earnest."

The final act in House of the Dragon's first season comes to a head, and the conflict reaches a breaking point here today in Episode 10. The coup is brought to light, battle plans are made, and envoys are sent.   Buckle up as Rhaenys informs Rhaenyra and Daemon of what happened at King's Landing, Otto issues terms, the Sea Snake awakens, a headcount of potential allies is tallied, Jacaerys and Lucerys assume envoy duties, a debt is owed, and we have the first significant casualty.   With Chase & Josh detailing the summary, debating alternative options, rating the episode, providing key takeaways, and discussing potential foreshadows, don't go anywhere!   "Then the storm broke, and the dragons danced."

Things reach a breaking point here today as we tackle Episode 9 in House of the Dragon where loyalties are tested, bonds are broken, and ultimatums are given.   Stick around as we see the realm prepare for life without King Viserys, the Small Council's secret plan unfold, the race to find Aegon, Alicent trying to find common ground with Rhaenys, the White Worm enter the fray, and an explosive ending.   With Chase & Josh providing a synopsis of this episode, rating what we saw on screen, highlighting major takeaways, and debating the execution of plans, don't miss out!   "There is a beast beneath the boards."

With showing no signs of slowing down, Episode 8 in House of the Dragon is on deck today where petitions are heard, successions are uncertain, insults are issued, and plans are foiled.   Follow along as 6 years have passed since last episode, Rhaenyra and her family return to King's Landing, Viserys' condition has worsened, The Hightowers are in a position of power, Vaemond makes a play for Driftmark, the King arranges a dinner for the entire family, and a monumental misinterpretation is made.   With Chase & Josh recapping the highlights, rating the episode, providing takeaways, and debating intentions, this one is a can't miss!   "If you wish me to bear it, then defend me. And my children."

Today, we continue on into the next installment in House of the Dragon and journey through Episode 7 where losses are mourned, injuries are worth the price paid, and positions are strengthened.   Tag along as we see a funeral at Driftmark, a taste of Corlys' ambition, Aemond getting his hearts desire, Jace & Luke taking a stand, Alicent demanding justice, Leanor's exit, and Daemon taking a third wife.   With Chase & Josh guiding through a recap, giving thoughts on the key moments, rating the episode, and debating the balance of scales, tune in!   "History does not remember blood. It remembers names."

The second half begins today as we move into Episode 6 of the House of the Dragon where things get a bit interesting! Season 1 actor and actress changes are made to coincide with the aging of characters through a 10 year time jump. Family strife is palpable, accusations are quietly levied, and the seeds of dissent are sown.   Join us as Princes are introduced with one remaining dragonless, Alicent speaks to Aegon about the future of the realm, a Strong knight loses his composure, Daemon is made in offer in Pentos, and the Small Council suffers a burning loss.   With Chase & Josh delivering a summary of the episode, debating changes that could have made life easier for Rhaenyra, grading what we saw on screen, and discussing the high level takeaways, you're going to want to tune in.   "How sweetly the fox speaks when it's been cornered by the hounds."

We have reached the halfway point of Season 1, and will be diving into Episode 5 today in the House of the Dragon Series! Betrothal's are made, hearts are broken, and lies are uncovered.   Stay tuned because in this action packed episode; Daemon becomes a widower, King Viserys makes Lord Corlys a royal offer, Lady Alicent learns a shocking truth, and a celebration turns deadly.   With Chase & Josh providing an episode recap, discussing important moments as they play out, debate if certain actions should have lead to consequences, talk through the major takeaways, and rate the episode, this is one you don't want to miss.   "The beacon on the High Tower, do you know what color it glows when Oldtown calls its banners to war?"

We pick back up where we left off last week and shift focus into Episode 4 in the House of the Dragon series today. Amends are attempted, freedom comes with a price, and desires refuse to be ignored.   Stick around as things heat up. Daemon makes his return from the Stepstones, Rhaenyra sneaks out of the Red Keep, Ser Criston Cole is on the receiving end of a surprising development, spies make reports to important people of power, the King is burdened with knowledge he refuses to accept, and more than one person is sent away from Kings Landing as a result.   With Chase & Josh recapping the episode, debating important topics, discussing the key takeaways, highlighting the important moments, and grading what they saw on screen, you'll want to stick around for this.   "You are the dragon. Your word is truth and law."

We are moving right along with the exciting series that is, House of the Dragon, and today we are covering Episode 3 where battles are fought, celebrations are held, and oaths are tested.   Keep up as we see the realm celebrate a royal birth, the introduction of the Lannisters, Viserys questioning himself on a key decision, a White Hart appearing to a specific individual as opposed to others, Otto speaking to Alicent about the future of the realm, and Daemon taking matters into his own hands.   With Chase & Josh running through a summary of the episode, debating the role certain characters may play moving forward, providing a numeric grade, and discussing major takeaways, don't miss out.   "I never imagined that I would remarry, that I would have a son. What if I was wrong?"