" The Last of the Starks " is the fourth episode of the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones . It serves as a transitional chapter, dealing with the somber aftermath of the Battle of Winterfell while shifting the narrative's focus toward the final struggle for the Iron Throne in King's Landing.
: While sailing toward Dragonstone, Daenerys's fleet is ambushed by Euron Greyjoy using giant ballistas (Scorpions). Rhaegal is killed, several ships are destroyed, and Missandei is captured. The Last of the StarksGame of Thrones : Season ...
: The episode concludes outside the gates of King's Landing. Cersei Lannister refuses to surrender and has Gregor Clegane behead Missandei in front of a horrified Daenerys and Grey Worm. Critical Reception The episode received mixed reviews from critics and fans. " The Last of the Starks " is
: The episode opens with a mass funeral for those fallen in the Great War, followed by a victory feast where Daenerys Targaryen legitimizes Gendry as a Baratheon. Rhaegal is killed, several ships are destroyed, and
: Tensions rise as Jon Snow reveals his true heritage as Aegon Targaryen to Arya and Sansa Stark. Despite promising secrecy, Sansa shares this information with Tyrion Lannister, who then informs Varys.