"Game of Thrones" Season 2, Episode 1 is titled "The North Remembers." In this episode, the various factions in the Seven Kingdoms continue to maneuver for power and position in the wake of King Robert Baratheon's death.
In King's Landing, Cersei Lannister is determined to hold onto power and protect her children, even as new players like Margaery Tyrell and Petyr Baelish arrive on the scene. Tyrion Lannister is appointed as the new Hand of the King, much to Cersei's dismay.
In the North, Robb Stark is declared King in the North and is struggling to maintain control over his bannermen, who are growing restless and want to take the fight to the Lannisters. Jon Snow is also struggling as he tries to adapt to life with the Night's Watch as they march on the wildlings.
In the Riverlands, Catelyn Stark is trying to broker a peace between her son Robb and Renly Baratheon, who has also declared himself king.
Beyond the Wall, the Night's Watch is trying to track down the wildlings, led by Mance Rayder, who are planning to march on the Wall.
On the continent of Essos, Daenerys Targaryen is still trying to survive and make her way to the Seven Kingdoms with her dwindling band of followers.
At the end of the episode, it is clear that the various factions in the Seven Kingdoms are all preparing for war and that the struggle for the Iron Throne will be a long and bloody one.
In summary, the episode sets the stage for the conflicts that will dominate the season and establishes the various players and their motivations. It also highlights the political and personal struggles of the characters as they try to navigate the complex and dangerous landscape of the Seven Kingdoms.
