Ewan Mitchell responds to fan criticism about House of the Dragon Season 2 being slow

Ewan Mitchell, who plays Aemond Targaryen, shares his insights on Aemond’s role in the impending war. is a wild card, and his actions will be crucial to the war. He’s a master of chaos and will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. Aemond’s unpredictability makes him a dangerous player in the conflict, and his actions will have far-reaching consequences. Aemond’s been preparing for this moment his whole life, making him a compelling and formidable player in the battle for the Iron Throne.

Ewan Mitchell answers fans about whether the wait is worth it

Ewan Mitchell defends ‘House of the Dragon‘ against criticism of its slow pace, insisting that the show’s deliberate progression is part of its appeal. He promises fans that the wait will be worth it, suggesting that the story will intensify and become even more engaging as it unfolds. Ewan Mitchell asks fans to be patient and trust the show’s narrative arc, assuring them that the slower moments are building towards something more significant and satisfying. Ewan Mitchell quoted in an interview with NME,

“The wait will be worth it!”

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The brewing war didn’t happen

The war referred to is the impending conflict between the rival factions of House Targaryen, specifically between Aegon II and Rhaenyra’s camps. Throughout the season, tensions have been building, and alliances have been forged and broken, setting the stage for a massive and brutal war. Ewan Mitchell was asked about the finale’s unexpected twist, where the anticipated war didn’t materialize, leaving fans with a two-year wait for the conflict to unfold. He responded thoughtfully, acknowledging that the delay might be frustrating for some viewers, who have complained about the show being slow for season 2.

“I think there’s moments for everyone. What I love about Aemond… it’s like he can’t sit still. He has to be moving. And he possesses such a kind of catalytic energy that whenever he’s on screen, you know something’s gonna happen. So it’s nice. And the Council Table, there’s so much conflict between these relationships that we all share around this table that I loved to dive into.”

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