"Game of Thrones" Season 5, Episode 2, "The House of Black and White," begins with Arya Stark's arrival at the House of Black and White in Braavos. She is initially rejected by the man at the door, who tells her that she is not ready to join the Faceless Men.
In King's Landing, Cersei Lannister is still struggling with the prophecy told to her as a child, and she is determined to protect her power and keep Margaery Tyrell away from Tommen. She visits a member of the Sparrows, a religious group that is growing in power, and convinces him to arrest Loras Tyrell, Margaery's brother, for his homosexuality.
In Meereen, Daenerys Targaryen is facing a growing rebellion from the Sons of the Harpy, who are trying to overthrow her rule. She is also visited by Hizdahr zo Loraq, who proposes that she reopen the fighting pits in Meereen as a way to appease the Meereenese and end the rebellion.
At the Wall, Jon Snow is facing opposition from the members of the Night's Watch, who are unhappy with his appointment as Lord Commander. He is also approached by Stannis Baratheon, who offers him the chance to join his army and help him take the Iron Throne.
In the North, Brienne of Tarth and Podrick Payne are still searching for Sansa Stark, and they come across a man who claims to have seen her with Littlefinger. They set out to track him down.
The episode ends with a powerful scene in which the man at the door of the House of Black and White finally reveals himself to be Jaqen H'ghar, one of the Faceless Men that Arya has been seeking. He tells her that she must become no one if she wants to join their ranks, and she hands over her sword and begins her training.
In summary, "The House of Black and White" sets the stage for the continued power struggles and challenges that each character will face in their quest for power and survival. The episode highlights the growing influence of the Sparrows and the increasing danger that Daenerys faces from the Sons of the Harpy, as well as the challenges faced by Jon Snow as he takes on his new role as Lord Commander. The themes of identity, religion, and power are already starting to emerge, setting the stage for a thrilling season of "Game of Thrones."
