Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers and major plot points for the ‘Dragon House’ series. Reader awareness is advised if you haven’t seen it yet.Bringing up the theme of ‘events with consequences,’ ‘Dragon House’ season three witnessed yet another death on the battlefield. In the recently released episode 6, the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, who is known to change his side, met a painful death after leading an army of Rivermen and Winter Wolves. Even after winning the battle, Cole’s soldiers quickly realized that they were being drawn into a trap where they were surrounded by the enemy. Take a closer look at Criston Cole’s death in ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Episode 6.
Criston Cole’s brutal death in ‘House of the Dragon’
After solidifying his character as one of the show’s most badass, Criston Cole took his last breath on the battlefield. In episode 6 of the third season, the general led his troops despite being outnumbered. In an attempt to kill a soldier, he was shot three times, including one in the face. Gwayne Hightower left him after hearing about his promise to face death for ‘righteousness’. Cole also tried to bring peace to the war by volunteering for Team Black; However, he could not let the precious military opportunity go? After he died, the group proceeded to kill the men.
Fabien Frankel talks about Criston Cole’s method
“It changes as the series goes on — as the third season goes on — it changes,” Fabian Frankel, who plays Criston Cole, said of the changes in season three, according to PEOPLE. He added, “He found a purpose again, I think, [just] so that he can throw it down again.” “It would be difficult for me to deny that he’s a good guy. Obviously, when you play any character – good, bad – you’re trying to find a personality,” Frankel said ahead of the Season 3 premiere. ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 started on June 21, 2026, and will end on August 9, 2026. Season 7 will be released next week on JioHotstar.