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The way Ozai treats his children—especially Zuko—may partly stem from the way he was raised by Azulon.
Throughout the show, it’s implied that Azulon favored Iroh over Ozai, which could have left Ozai feeling neglected and resentful. If Ozai grew up without experiencing genuine love or affection, it might help explain why he’s so incapable of showing it to his own children. I also get the impression that Iroh and Ozai weren’t particularly close, much like the emotional distance that existed between Zuko and Azula. That parallel may be one reason why Ozai and Azula end up sharing so many similar traits and behaviors.