"The only time a man can be brave is when he's afraid." A cowardly painter, Julius Nightwatch, is asked to aid Brandon and his men to drive back the Wights. He must make a choice; to answer the call to help aid Brandon while risking his life or to let the dead of the north bring all of Westeros and Essos to their knees. HOUSE OF THE DRAGON ENGAGEMENT WEEK ENTRY. Word count: 1481