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Who plays Sharako Lohar on House of the Dragon? Who is Abigail Thorn?

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As a long-time fan of Abigail Thorn, also known as PhilosophyTube, it’s nothing short of exhilarating to see her stepping into the world of high fantasy and bringing Sharako Lohar to life on House of the Dragon. Having followed her thought-provoking videos on politics, gender, philosophy, and more for years, I find it fascinating to witness her transformation from a YouTube sensation to a captivating screen presence.

In the final episode of “House of the Dragon” season 2 titled “The Queen Who Never Was,” Tyland Lannister journeys to Essos for negotiations with leaders from the Triarchy, a union formed by Myr, Tyrosh, and Lys. His objective is to persuade them to lend their naval force to lift the Velaryon blockade on King’s Landing, as it restricts trade and food supplies to the city. The Triarchy agrees, but only if Tyland can win over Admiral Sharako Lohar, who leads their fleet.

Winning over Sharako can be achieved by defeating them in a mud-fight, an accomplishment Tyland manages, convincingly enough for Sharako to call off the match and pledge to voyage towards the Gullet. Sharako appears to develop a fondness for Tyland, going as far as expressing interest in having Tyland share their wives’ company. The subsequent events of their conversation remain unknown, though I must admit, my curiosity is piqued.

If you find yourself questioning, “I seem to recognize Sharako,” it could be because they are portrayed by Abigail Thorn, a YouTube personality more commonly known as PhilosophyTube. She delves into topics like politics, gender, and philosophy (as the name suggests) on her channel. Given her long-standing presence, there’s an extensive library of videos to explore if you’re intrigued.

Apart from her roles on both stage and screen, Thorn is an actress who penned a play titled “The Prince,” which she staged in 2022. Not too long ago, she portrayed Ensign Eurus in two episodes of the series “Star Wars: The Acolyte.” As the finale of “House of the Dragon” concluded with Sharako and Tyland setting sail to confront Corlys Velaryon and his fleet at the Gullet, it’s probable that Thorn will reprise her role as Sharako when the show resumes for a third season, which might not happen until 2026.

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2024-08-04 17:41

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