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House of the Dragon: Meet Lord Ormund Hightower
22 Jun
Summary
- Lord Ormund Hightower, played by James Norton, is Otto's nephew and Alicent's cousin.
- He commands a large army, including a dragon belonging to his ward, Daeron Targaryen.
- Ormund declares loyalty to the 'Team Green' faction in the ongoing conflict.
The latest season of House of the Dragon introduces Lord Ormund Hightower, a significant new character portrayed by James Norton. Ormund, who appears clad in armor, is established as Otto Hightower's nephew and Alicent Hightower's cousin. He has taken over leadership of the Hightower household following his father's death.
Ormund commands a substantial military force, which notably includes a dragon. This dragon, however, belongs to his ward, Daeron Targaryen, not Ormund himself. His appearance confirms his allegiance to the 'Team Green' faction.
In episode one, Ormund receives orders from Aemond to make camp and await further instructions, indicating that King Aegon has likely died. His pragmatic response, "One king is as good as another," suggests a focus on strategic objectives rather than personal sentiment.
Ormund Hightower's presence signifies a powerful ally for Aemond as the conflict intensifies. His command of troops and access to a dragon position him as a key figure in the ongoing struggle for the throne.
