Tom Glynn-Carney explains how King Aegon will change after his horrible injuries

As a dedicated fan of “House of the Dragon,” I am utterly captivated by Tom Glynn-Carney‘s portrayal of Aegon Targaryen in the series. His recent interview with Entertainment Weekly about his experience working on the show and the intricacies of playing a character with extensive burn injuries has piqued my interest even further.

I was completely on edge during the last episode of “House of the Dragon,” titled “The Red Dragon and the Gold.” The tension reached its peak as I watched King Aegon Targaryen, played by Matt Smith, make a reckless decision to join the battle on his dragon Sunfyre, under the influence of alcohol. His intentions were honorable, but his actions were misguided. Unfortunately, his own brother Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) did not share the same sentiment and retaliated with a fierce blast of dragonfire. The aftermath left Aegon lying helplessly on the ground, a stark reminder of the destructive consequences of drunken heroism.

In the latest episode titled “Regent,” released this week, we discover that Aegon survived, barely so. He’s severely burnt and spends most of his time unconscious. For every scene, actor Tom Glynn-Carney has to don an intricate prosthetic. According to him, quoted in Entertainment Weekly, “It’s quite an experience, yet it fully immerses me into the feeling that something terrible has transpired. The process is lengthy, which I was thankful for.”

There’s a piece down my neck, which is really tight and forces me to move as one unit rather than being able to move my head independently, which is typical of somebody with facial burns and neck burns, where the skin is so tight. It really helped influence the way that Aegon moves now.

After experiencing significant hardships, Aegon is at the start of a fresh journey rather than reaching an end. It’s unlikely he’ll return as the haughty, inexperienced monarch he once was. Instead, I look forward to observing how Glynn-Carney shapes this more humble and weakened (but potentially wiser) rendition of the character. According to the source at The Hollywood Reporter, “Aegon must have evolved following these events.” We’ll witness the consequences of his transformation and observe how it influences his choices moving forward.

It feels like we’ve transitioned from Richard II to Richard III, if that makes any sense to you. Almost like a level up — though on paper, obviously, it’s a level down. I think what he loses physically he gains emotionally and mentally. I’m trying to see it like that.

Glynn-Carney has previously mentioned that Aegon’s wounds from the Battle of Rook’s Rest will affect his movements. In addition, the actor has worked on creating a new voice for Aegon. According to him, he researched how extreme heat and burns can damage vocal cords, and he had to find a way to mimic this effect without harming himself. This was an essential aspect of portraying the transformed Aegon, who should appear different and shifted. I hope this explanation is clearer.

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Aegon carries deep emotional wounds alongside his material possessions. The details surrounding Aemond’s intentions during the Battle of Rook’s Rest remain unclear – was he attempting to kill Aegon or was the king unfortunate collateral damage? Regardless, the outcome is undeniable: Aegon was struck down from the sky by his brother, who has seized the opportunity and taken the Iron Throne in Aegon’s stead.

In George R.R. Martin’s novel “Fire & Blood,” Aemond rules the Iron Throne for an extended period while Aegon is injured. However, according to Glynn-Carney, the show adaptation condenses this timeline. Essentially, they couldn’t let Aemond reign for a year or two in the series; instead, they needed to move the storyline forward more swiftly.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but empathize with Aegon’s plight as he lies there, wracked with physical and emotional turmoil. According to Glynn-Carney, Aegon is a young man trapped in an adult’s world, yearning for love, acceptance, and understanding. However, his past actions have earned him a less than desirable reputation, leaving people wary of getting too close. In essence, he’s been labeled as a poisoned chalice.

What happened to Aegon’s dragon Sunfyre?

As a passionate fan, I can’t help but ponder over the intriguing details of “House of the Dragon.” Although the show bears the same name as this epic tale, what about poor Sunfyre, Aegon’s dragon that supposedly perished during the fierce battle? Characters have dropped hints throughout the episode suggesting Sunfyre might be deceased. But hold on a moment! We readers of “Fire & Blood” know differently. Let’s keep our fingers crossed and hope this is just a clever misdirection by the showrunners!

Glynn-Carney didn’t provide a solution to the puzzle, but shared that Aegon harbors regret over the incident involving his beloved flying companion. He expressed this feeling using the analogy of taking your dog for a walk and having it get hit by a car – a tragic event for which one feels responsible.

In an optimal scenario, what lies ahead for Aegon according to Glynn-Carney’s desires? He longs for the chance to rule independently and make his own choices, free from interference. The opportunity to create his unique path as king and discover if he will repeat past mistakes or surprise us all. It’s a risky proposition due to the potential for disastrous outcomes. Many underestimate Aegon’s capabilities.

New episodes of House of the Dragon air Sundays on HBO and Max.

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2024-07-15 19:41