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However, it turns out that the actor behind him has never seen the original fantasy juggernaut.
Speaking toComicBook.com, Ewan Mitchell explained his reasoning behind the choice.
“I haven’t seen the original Game of Thrones,” he said.
“I have a confession to make.
I’ve never seen it and I didn’t want to watch it going into this role.
I wanted to bring something fresh.
Aemond is one of a kind, you know.”
House of the Dragon season 2begins right in the crosshairs of Aemonds climactic season 1 decision.
While Mitchell hasnt seen Thrones, he explained another unusual inspiration for his character.
“I see Michael Myers from Halloween,” headdedto the publication.
You know, he doesn’t have to say much.
He’s just super scary.
The way he inhabits space was something that I used with Aemond for sure."
“I don’t think we’ve seen anyone as insidious as Aemond in Westeros.
He’s going to play you like a violin, and you’re either with him or against him.
House of the Dragon season 2 begins on June 16 in the US and June 17 in the UK.
For more, check out ourHouse of the Dragon season 2 reviewfor our verdict on the first four episodes.
