Ewan Mitchell breaks down the new dynamic between Aemond and Aegon

As a huge fan of “House of the Dragon,” I am utterly captivated by Aemond Targaryen’s character development and Ewan Mitchell’s nuanced portrayal of him. The recent episode, “Smallfolk,” showcased Aemond’s rise to power with an intriguing complexity that left me on the edge of my seat.

In the latest installment of “House of the Dragon,” titled “Smallfolk,” Aemond Targaryen (portrayed by Ewan Mitchell) has assumed full authority as regent. He’s now selecting new advisors and putting pressure on his allies in the Riverlands. Meanwhile, Aemond engages in psychological warfare with his older brother, King Aegon (Tom Glynn-Carney), who is convalescing after their confrontation at the Battle of Rook’s Rest left him injured and unable to move from his bed.

Mitchell explained to Variety that there had never been a strong relationship between Aemond and Aegon. In his view, Aegon was not cut out to be a king due to his supposed lack of commitment and perseverance. On the other hand, Aemond believed he deserved the position of first-born son despite being the spare.

I love that scene when they vote Aemond into power, and he goes from one end of the table to the other because there is this massive switch. Aemond has been serving the war from this side of the table. He goes to the other side, and he sees all of these other characters in a new perspective. How can they serve Aemond now? It’s somewhat similar to the relationship with Aegon. How can he serve me now that he’s in his bed, and he’s terribly crippled from what Aemond did to him in the skies above Rook’s Rest?

I, as a fan, can rephrase that passage as follows: Aemond doesn’t take his brother’s life while he’s ill, but our relationship isn’t exactly warm. I press him to recount the details of the battle, and I don’t mince words when examining his painful burn wound. Yet, he gifts me one of those small council balls during this time – a gesture that leaves me pondering its significance.

Mitchell expressed his fondness for the scene, drawing a comparison to Stephen King’s “Misery” where a character feels trapped and powerless. He described it as if Aemond was a spider observing his weaker brother, exerting control. This new dynamic adds intrigue, leaving audience members wondering about their relationship. By sharing some insights but not all, Mitchell encourages curiosity – “the king’s marker.” Perhaps Aemond is returning the favor to his brother or attempting to comfort him with promises of future kingship. Alternatively, he might be using this as a manipulation tactic.

As Aegon, I’d have to stay on high alert despite my limited mobility. It’s not an easy task, but having Larys Strong (Matthew Needham) as a new ally brings some relief.

Ewan Mitchell teases Aemond-Daemon conflict on House of the Dragon

After one competitor recovers, Aemond is devoting his attention to another opponent: his uncle Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith), who has clumsily been amassing a force in the Riverlands to challenge him.

I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Aemond, a complex and driven character from the world of Game of Thrones. From our conversations with Mitchell, it becomes clear that Aemond is a man of many motivations, one of which is his desire to be a war hero and a formidable force, much like the Rogue Prince Daemon Targaryen.

If I’m an avid fan of the story, I’d describe it this way: I can’t help but feel that an confrontation between him and his uncle is unavoidable. In the event they cross paths in a confined space, even the most mundane items could transform into lethal weapons. Such a scene would be quite intriguing to witness.

An intriguing character like Aemond significantly advances the storyline this season. I’m grateful for that. He exhibits arrogance and ruthlessness, yet remains enthralling to observe. Beneath his tough exterior lies a hint of vulnerability he tries to conceal. As Mitchell put it, “Aemond is driven by his yearning for his mother’s love. It’s something he’s always coveted.” In the final episode of Season 1, Aemond sought nothing more ardently than to be embraced by his mom and express his regret: “I made a mistake. I allowed my emotions to control me.”

He possesses this code that stops him from doing that. He must be seen as this nigh-unkillable, Terminator-like figure who doesn’t feel anything because love is weakness, and “weak” isn’t in Aemond’s vocabulary.

I personally find it intriguing when a character is delusional about their invulnerability, as long as they keep things entertaining. Every Sunday night, Aemond unleashes fresh atrocities on the small screen in new episodes of “House of the Dragon.”

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2024-07-23 17:41