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House of the Dragon: Ser Simon's Unexpected Wisdom
29 Jun
Summary
- Ser Simon favored chill vibes over ambition in Westeros.
- He met his end politely interrupted during a meal by Aemond.
- His wisdom highlighted the show's theme of escalating conflict.
In the recent episode "Queens Landing" of House of the Dragon's third season, Ser Simon Strong, castellan of Harrenhal, met his end. He was known for his sensible desire to simply find a good place to sit and remain there, prioritizing a low-key existence over the perils of ambition.
Despite the castle's cursed reputation and his nephew Larys's schemes, Ser Simon maintained a polite demeanor, even offering hospitality to Daemon Targaryen. His calm "Apparently so" response to Daemon's claim of Harrenhal, delivered by the esteemed actor Simon Russell Beale, was a highlight.
Ser Simon's demise at the hands of Aemond served as a stark illustration of the Targaryen civil war's destructive path. His insightful observation that "sin begets sin begets sin" encapsulated the show's central theme of escalating conflict, a relevant perspective in a world dominated by unstable dragonriders.
