Consider our appetite for Game of Thrones whet, HBO.

Prior to last night's new Boardwalk Empire episode, the network released a quick tease of this smash hit's second season, taking viewers behind the scenes of its production and giving us our first glimpse at such new characters as Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane) and Melisandre (Carice van Houten).

There's not a slew of new footage, but who isn't excited to see shots of Jon Snow, Robb Stark, Tyrion Lannister and King Joffrey? Okay, maybe not King Joffrey. That kid is so mean!

Sit back and get reacquainted with these folks now and then take solace: April is coming.

Game of Thrones Season 2 - In Production

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