It's time to sift through the ashes. Don't think that just because everything moved to the next level in "House of Dragons" Season 2, Episode 4, that you have time to catch your breath in Episode 5 (July 14). The aftermath of the battle in Luc's resting place has only just begun.

And here's how you can watch "House of Dragons" Season 2 Episode 5 online from anywhere in the world with a VPN.

***WARNING: "House of the Dragon" Season 2 spoilers follow***

With the death of one major character (fist bump to Sir Christon Cole) and the possible exit of another, the balance of power is less certain than ever. Now, on to the next episode, Episode 5.

Now, with Aegon II seriously wounded and Queen Rhaenyra caught between a rock and a hard place, the clash of dragons will test loyalties and call into question the alliance so far. Let's be honest, that's a big part of why we love this blockbuster action/fantasy TV drama.

To see how you can watch "House of Dragons" Season 2 online, read the episode 5 streaming details below.

Max is No. 1 on our list of best streaming services for its vast, high-quality library, in addition to all of HBO's prestige series like "Game of Thrones," "The Last of Us" and "Succession," and "True Detectives" among the best Max shows, including recent offerings like: "Night Country" and "Bookie.

If "House of Dragons" isn't airing where you are, you don't have to miss the show while you're out and about. With the right VPN (Virtual Private Network), you can stream the show wherever you are.

We evaluated many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN. It meets the VPN needs of most users, offers excellent compatibility with most devices and blazing connection speeds, and with NordVPN's unqualified money-back guarantee, you can try it risk-free for 30 days.

Using the VPN is incredibly easy.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we have mentioned, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. select the location you want to connect to with the VPN app. For example, if you are visiting the UK and want to see US services, select a US server from the location list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Go to the streaming service's app and, for example, Max, and you can watch "House of Dragons" Season 2, Episode 5 online from anywhere in the world.

In Canada, "House of the Dragon" Season 2 is available on HBO and Crave streaming services. Episode 5 will be available on Sunday, July 14 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Crave subscriptions range from $9.99 per month for the basic plan (720p video, ads included) to $22 per month for premium (ad-free, 4K, downloadable programming).

Those vacationing away from Canada will need one of the best VPNs to log in at home to use Crave, as it is geo-blocked when not at home.

Episode 5 of Season 2 of "The House of the Dragon" will air on Sky Atlantic in the UK in the early hours of Monday, July 15 at 2am BST and then again at 9pm.

I do not subscribe to Sky. Plans currently start at £22 per month.

Sky Atlantic content is also available with the flexible Now Entertainment Membership. Prices start at just £6.99 per month.

Those who are away from the UK on vacation need a good streaming VPN to log into their home to use Sky Go or Now, as they are geo-blocked when not at home.

Australians can watch "House of Dragons" Season 2 Episode 5 on streaming specialist Binge starting Monday, July 15.

Binge is offering a free 7-day trial to check out the streaming service. Then there is a more expensive option if you want to skip the ads and stream on multiple devices, with the basic plan at A$10/month.

Also, if you have a Foxtel subscription, you can watch new episodes on Showcase on Mondays at 11 am and 8:30 pm (or on demand).