: While the six-year jump was described as "abrupt," most reviewers felt it worked effectively to set up the final act of the season. Season 2, Episode 8: "The Queen Who Ever Was"
: The tension-filled family dinner is a major focal point, noted for its brief moments of sincere reconciliation between Rhaenyra and Alicent, followed by immediate conflict among their children. House of the Dragon Episode 8 (E08) Subtitles
: Reviewers lauded the "grotesque" but "impeccable" prosthetic and VFX work used to show the king's physical deterioration. : While the six-year jump was described as