10 Most Terrifying Moments In Game Of Thrones
5. The Wights Almost Kill Tormund (Season 7, Episode 6)
The White Walkers and their army of undead minions – also known as wights – are hellbent on destroying the world of men. Stopping them is a top priority for our heroes. So, in order to convince Cersei that the supernatural threat is real, Jon, Tormund, the Hound, Beric, Thoros, Gendry, and a couple of wildings venture beyond the Wall and try to capture a wight.
It’s a suicidal plan, and they only manage to escape by hitching a ride with Daenerys. But before the Mother of Dragons turns up, the squad are overwhelmed by bloodthirsty wights. After falling to the ground, Tormund is dragged towards the icy depths, and he’s seconds away from death when the Hound comes to the rescue.
Game of Thrones is notorious for killing off characters, so watching this scene for the first time is terrifying – it really does feel like Tormund is about to be killed. Given he’s normally a fierce and courageous warrior, witnessing his desperate cries for help is a chilling experience.
If it wasn't for the Hound, this could have turned into one of the most unpleasant deaths in the show.