Reign Season 2: Plagues, Politics, and a Kingdom Divided Season 2 of The CW’s historical drama Reign shifts from the romantic courtships of the series premiere to the heavy, often dark burdens of ruling a nation. Picking up immediately after the death of King Henry II, the season follows the ascent of and Mary (Adelaide Kane) as the new King and Queen of France. A Rule Born in Chaos
Catherine de' Medici (Megan Follows) struggles to adapt to her new role as Queen Mother, often using ruthless methods to protect her children and her country, even when it pits her against Mary. The Fracturing of "Frary" Reign - Season 2
The introduction of Lord Narcisse (Craig Parker) , a manipulative Catholic noble, and Louis Condé (Sean Teale) , a Prince of the Blood with Protestant ties, creates new political factions that threaten to pull the crown apart. Reign Season 2: Plagues, Politics, and a Kingdom