Summary

HBO’sHouse of the Dragonis the gift that keeps on giving when it comes to shock value.

Shocking though it was, the franchise is no stranger to nudity.

This exploitation of his biggest insecurity is likely what causes Aemond to begin building a tough exterior.

Aemond smirking in his seat across from his brother in House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4

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He possesses this code that stops him from ever being hurt again, like he was as a kid.

Hehasto be seen as this bulletproof, untouchable, ethereal presence no one can grasp."

Gone is the silent stoicism and defensiveness Aemond usually exhibits, replaced with a surprising sense of emotional vulnerability.

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The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.

Aegon’s imposition on his brother’s sole place of refuge prompts a bold response from Aemond.

It wasnt a choice we made lightly.

But its true to Aemond that he shocks the audience.

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Weakness is not part of Aemonds vocabulary."

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Hes a broken boy, needs someone to fix him."

Aemonds full-frontal scene was a crucial storytelling mechanic for Season 2.

How and when that pain will be released is yet to come.

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House of the Dragonis available to stream on Max in the U.S., with new episodes airing Sundays.

Ewan Mitchell as Aemond wearing a cloak and looking wary in House of the Dragon

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