Between unexpected reunions and unfortunate casualties, the show's latest episode was not one to be skipped.

This week, Rhaenyra's reign continues, but all is not well in her realm. Between Aemond's mysterious absence, continuously expanding city politics, and the threat of the Hightower army, there's more at stake than ever before, and the expansive cast of characters continues to spread out as they accomplish their individual tasks. That being said, House of the Dragon season 3 episode 4 did see Rhaenyra begin to step into her role as queen, following the anxiety-filled saga that was the previous episode. As their roles continue to change, so too does Alicent and Rhaenyra's relationship, much to the joy of fans.&nbsp;
Whether you're a casual watcher or simply observing from the sidelines to stay up to date on pop culture, we've got you covered. Below, see everything you missed from&nbsp;House of the Dragon season 3 episode 4.&nbsp;

House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 4 Recap

Picking up right where <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/house-of-the-dragon-season-3-episode-3-recap-plot-summary-spoilers-deaths-rhaenyra-alicent-does-aemond-die-theories" target="_blank" rel="noopener">House of the Dragon season 3 episode 3</a> left off, we see the Hightower army taking over Tumbleton, a small town outside of King's Landing. Several soldiers occupy Hugh's wife's family's home, much to their chagrin. Tensions prove to be high already, spelling trouble for the future. Meanwhile, Ormund Hightower makes plans with his advisors to continue their takeover. Once he's finished giving orders, he looks toward a young boy, whom he calls Daeron. After Rhaenyra discovered his plan to send her a fake Daeron, this short glimpse proved to be the audience's first introduction to Alicent's youngest son, who bears a strong resemblance to her, rather than his elder siblings.&nbsp;
Amid Ormund's continued aggression, Rhaenyra and her advisors talk through the Tumbleton issue, before Rhaenyra becomes distracted briefly when she notices that Corlys' chair is empty. Ultimately, they decide against sending Rhaenyra's dragons and resolve to send Daemon's army of rivermen there instead. After the meeting, Rhaenyra heads to meet Alicent and finds her and Helaena in the garden. Rhaenyra asks about Ormund, wondering if Alicent can share any personal details about him. Alicent admits she did not know him well, but shares some minor details about his character. Eventually, they land on the subject of Daeron, and Rhaenyra wonders whether it was Alicent's decision to send him to ward at Oldtown. Alicent refutes this, and tells her she was behind the decision, wanting one of her children to be a Hightower, rather than a Targaryen. She tells Rhaenyra she barely knows Daeron, but has been told that Ormund is fatherly to him. As Rhaenyra begins to leave, Alicent tells her that he is extremely sensitive to odors.&nbsp;
After the meeting, Alyn and Corlys talk. Alyn encourages his father to take up his position as Hand of the Queen, rather than head off to battle, but Corlys refuses. He sends Alyn to take his place in the court.&nbsp;
Out in the woods, Aegon and Larys stumble around the wilderness before coming upon Sunfyre's body. Aegon rushes to his deceased dragon's side and hugs his body, mourning the loss. Before long, several figures emerge demanding payment for touching the dragon. Larys pays quietly and pretends to be a septon in the interest of staying out of trouble. Aegon claims Sunfyre is alive as he hugs the dragon, but Larys gently pulls him away and tells him to move on.&nbsp;
At long last, Cole and Gwayne have arrived at Harrenhal. While they see charred remains outside of the fort, the interior is remarkably quiet. They move through the castle, spooked by the ambience, before they run into Alys. They ask about Aemond, and she tells them he and Vhagar have left, and lets slip that Rhaenyra has taken the throne. This news shakes Cole, and he becomes resolved to continue the battle, despite Gwayne's resistance, and proposes they lie in wait for Daemon's army to come.&nbsp;
Alyn finds Rhaenyra in a dusty old room full of Viserys' old belongings. She uncovers his beloved model of Old Valyria, and the pair talks about their respective fathers. Alyn explains that a fight may be what Corlys needs, and Rhaenyra agrees as she looks over the model.&nbsp;
Eventually, Aegon and Larys make it to their destination, Rook's Rest. After the battle, the town is still in chaos as they attempt to rebuild. Aegon looks at the fallen dragon, draped over the wall of the fort. Larys secures work, food, and shelter there for them, much to the dismay of Aegon, who takes a strong disliking to the fort's new leader, Janos.&nbsp;
Back in Tumbleton, things take a turn for the worse. Kat, Hugh's wife, is assaulted by a soldier lodging in her family's home. A fight breaks out between the family, who rush to her defense, and the soldiers. In King's Landing, Hugh asks Rhaenyra if he can take charge of the Tumbleton patrol to keep watch over his wife. Rhaenyra agrees. Ormund hears what happens in Kat's house, punishes the soldier, and sends a maester to tend to the family's wounds. He speaks to Daeron, at his side, and tells him they need to keep the tension at bay.&nbsp;
Still seeking a way to defeat Ormund, Rhaenyra asks Maester Orwyle to look in the records for any correspondence between Otto and Ormund. She also tells him that the Septon has refused to anoint her, but he advises her to be content with her current power.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Up in The Vale, Jeyne receives Daemon. He demands men for his army, but when she argues, he not-so subtly suggests that she can give gold instead. Displeased, she agrees, and Daemon prepares to leave. As he and Caraxes are about to take to the sky, the dragon is unnerved by something and ignores Daemon's commands as they fly away. He lands near a cave in the mountains. Daemon dismounts to investigate and begins to look into the cave. Sheepstealer roars, and Rhaena emerges from the cave. The pair calms their dragons. Rhaena begins to explain, but Daemon becomes distressed, realizing that his daughter was the mysterious rider of the wild dragon responsible for Jacaerys' death. Daemon urges her to go to Pentos, but she refuses, saying that the dragon is a part of her. Daemon tries to reason with her to get her to come back, but she says she will stay alone in exile. He calls after her, but she returns to the cave. As he leaves, Daemon looks at a shepherd below.&nbsp;
A raven arrives from Harrenhal for Ormund. He appears displeased, and Daeron quickly and quietly advises the squire to leave the room. Before long, Ormund rages and slashes the table with his sword. After composing himself, he tells Daeron that Aemond will not be joining them.
Orwyle tells Rhaenyra that Ormund never wrote back to Otto and had essentially been ruling Oldtown as its own kingdom. Ulf enters the room and asks her for favors for his friends, but she says no and tells him he cannot go to the tavern anymore. He tells her about the graffiti he saw in the town and leaves. She gives orders to remove any seditious markings from the city.&nbsp;
In Rook's Rest, Larys tells Aegon that Rhaenyra has declared him dead at the hand of Aemond, and Aegon becomes furious. Larys tells him to be patient and that his eventual resurrection will be one of song and legend. Aegon finds out there’s no food left for the day and confronts Janos, the leader, who threatens him with a knife. Aegon gets on his knees and is forced to kiss Janos’ feet.
Daemon returns to King’s Landing with justice and gold. He dumps a charred head onto the table, and the council starts arguing about the gold. Rhaenyra asks to clear the room. She asks Daemon questions about the rider, but Daemon tells her there is no answer. She says she wanted to see him and look at the one who killed her son. Daemon asks if that would end her grief and assures her that he has served her interest. She says the gold will go to the smallfolk, and tells him to ask the city watch to be patient instead of using the gold to pay the soldiers
Alicent and Helaena prepare for bed, and Rhaenyra comes to see them briefly, telling Alicent she has returned Otto’s remains to Oldtown. She gives Alicent her father’s ring and leaves. Helaena approaches Alicent, buttoning up her robe, and Alicent attempts to help her. Helaena swats her hand away, and Alicent becomes confused.&nbsp;
Outside of Tumbleton, Hugh’s dragon flies over the town and lands outside the walls. Meanwhile, the city watch looks for the person who has defiled the walls.&nbsp;
In Tumbleton, Daeron talks to his dragon before Ormund enters the room and says he has warned him against affection for the dragon. He speaks about the gods to Daeron and tells him that it is a good thing he was sent to ward with him and was not lost as a Targaryen like his brothers. Ormund says that he wants to raise Daeron up to be king and says it is the will of the gods. Ormund brings in Kat’s brother and tells him to enact justice. Ormund tells Daeron to execute the man. When Daeron expresses hesitancy, Ormund says he has sacrificed a lot to raise Daeron and hands him a sword. The man begs for mercy, but Daeron kills the man. The dragon growls at Ormund and swats the table of devotional candles over before eating the man

Everything You Missed From 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Episode 4

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