The second trailer for Mehmed: Fetihler Sultanı Episode 78 has just been released, and it is packed with intense moments. The preview reveals betrayal, war strategies, and emotional storylines that could change the direction of the series. The Ottoman campaign against Vlad the Impaler is now reaching a critical point. With the army already marching toward Wallachia, every decision made by Mehmed II could determine the fate of the campaign. Let’s break down the biggest moments from the trailer and what they might mean for Episode 78.

The Campaign Against Vlad Tepes

The Ottoman army has advanced toward Wallachia, where Vlad Tepes has been carrying out brutal attacks.

According to the storyline, Vlad has been using a strategy of destruction to weaken the Ottomans before a direct battle even begins. His forces have reportedly:

• Burned villages along the Ottoman path
• Destroyed supply routes
• Attacked civilians and military camps

By the end of Episode 77, Sultan Mehmed’s army reached the banks of the Danube River, but the journey had already cost them time and resources.

The Suspicion Around Radu

One of the most mysterious developments involves Radu the Handsome.

Radu is supposed to be allied with the Ottomans, yet his behavior has raised suspicions. In Episode 77, Mahmud Pasha Angelović questioned him harshly, and the confrontation nearly led to his arrest.

In Trailer 2, Sultan Mehmed directly confronts Radu about a carrier pigeon sent from the Ottoman camp.

Shortly afterward, the trailer shows Vlad receiving a letter revealing the route the Ottoman army plans to take.

This raises a critical question: Did Radu betray Sultan Mehmed?

Some viewers believe the letter is genuine. Others suspect that Mehmed himself may be allowing false information to reach Vlad as part of a larger strategic trap.

Ali Bey’s Dangerous Situation

Another major storyline focuses on Evrenosoglu Ali Bey, the respected leader of the Akıncı.

His camp was previously targeted by Vlad’s forces, leaving his situation uncertain.

In the trailer, Sultan Mehmed urgently orders Bali Bey to locate Ali Bey immediately.

Historically, Ali Bey died around 1463, so the emotional tension surrounding his storyline suggests the series may be approaching one of the most heartbreaking moments of the season.

Vlad’s Strategy for the Danube

The trailer also reveals Vlad preparing his defense strategy.

He is considering two main options:

• Deploying his forces heavily around the Zimnicea region
• Defending the narrowest crossing points of the Danube River

Vlad believes that the letter he received has given him a major advantage. However, if the information is false, this confidence could lead him directly into Sultan Mehmed’s trap.

Mahmud Pasha’s Powerful Warning

One of the most memorable lines in the trailer comes from Mahmud Pasha.

He says that not every short path is easy, and sometimes the real test is not for the enemy but for the leader.

This statement may carry multiple meanings. It could be a warning to the princes, a message to the Sultan himself, or a reminder that leadership during war requires patience and wisdom.

The Rivalry Between the Princes

Another subplot continuing in Episode 78 involves the rivalry between Bayezid II and Şehzade Mustafa.

Even during the military campaign, the two princes are competing for influence and recognition. Sultan Mehmed has already warned them about their behavior, but tensions appear to be increasing.

This internal rivalry could become dangerous if it distracts the Ottoman leadership during the campaign against Vlad.