Who is the Hound in Game of Thrones?

The Hound, whose real name is Sandor Clegane, is a member of House Clegane and is the younger brother of Ser Gregor Clegane.

Game of Thrones is a fantasy drama television series that premiered with "Winter Is Coming" on April 17, 2011 on HBO and concluded with "Fire and Blood" on June 29, 2011. The show is based on the widely acclaimed fantasy series written by George R.R. Martin, “A Song of Ice and Fire.” The show has a total of 8 seasons and 73 episodes that reveal the complex power struggles of the great noble families for their claim to the Iron Throne.

Game of Thrones was received with great applause by fans for its intricate storytelling, elaborate characters, and breathtaking locations, and has since become the most-watched show on HBO.

Who is Sandor Clegane?

Played by actor Rory McCann, Sandor Clegane, also known as the Hound, is the younger brother of Ser Gregor Clegane. He is a member of the House Clegane, which is known for producing fierce and loyal fighters. Sandor, earlier in the series, is introduced as a retainer to House Lannister, serving as the personal bodyguard of Prince Joffrey Baratheon.

He is known for his fierce nature, exceptional fighting skills, and a traumatic past that has shaped his character. With his imposing stature and scarred visage, he has a reputation for being one of the deadliest fighters in Westeros. The scar produced by his brother, Gregor, serves as a constant reminder of his brutal childhood.

When does the Hound meet Arya Stark?

He first meets Arya Stark after the incident where Joffrey falsely accuses a butcher's boy, Mycah, of attacking him, which leads to Clegane hunting down the fugitive boy, which consequently makes Arya hate him. Their paths cross again in the second season when Arya tries to escape King's Landing after her father's execution. While traveling incognito as a boy named Arry, looking to make her way to safety, Sandor captures her along with a group of recruits from the Night's Watch, including Hot Pie and Gendry. He intends to use her as ransom to return her to her family or to take her back to King’s Landing, which would have earned him a reward. As they travel together, Arya and the Hound develop an unlikely bond. Their relationship reaches a turning point when Arya decides to remove the Hound from her "kill list," realizing that he is not entirely deserving of her vengeance. Despite their initial animosity, they begin to understand each other better. They part ways in season 4 after the trial by combat between the Hound and Brienne of Tarth.

How is the Hound’s relationship with his brother?

Ser Gregor Clegane, also known as the Mountain, is the older brother of Sandor Clegane. From his earliest years, Sandor suffers under the cruelty of Gregor's vicious and sadistic behavior. One example of this is when Gregor shoved Sandor's face into a brazier, leaving him with severe facial burns and a fear of fire that has stayed with him throughout his life. The two brothers never liked each other, and their sibling rivalry is fueled by their desire to be the most ruthless and powerful fighter in Westeros.

He harbored a deep-seated resentment towards Gregor, not only for the physical trauma of his facial disfigurement but also for his brother's complete disregard for morality and humanity. Gregor's penchant for sadistic acts, including senseless killing and rape, fueled Sandor's disdain for him as a knight devoid of honor or decency.

Their relationship reaches a climax in the final season, where a brutal sword fight dictates the fate of the two brothers.