This post contains spoilers for those who have not read the Song of Ice and Fire book series. Tread carefully.
For those feeling blue about the how the sixth season of Game of Thrones wrapped up, this might cheer you up.
HBO has released a list of season six filming locations for the show, and one castle in particular might be a huge hint at the next season's plot.
The location in question is Castillo de Zafra in Guadalajara, Spain, which bears a striking resemblance to the book's "Tower of Joy". Take a look at the castle below:
The Tower of Joy is significant in the series because it's the location where Lyanna Stark (Ned's sister and long-theorized mother of Jon Snow) died. Those who believe in the "R+L=J" theory also believe that the tower was where Jon Snow was born.
A photo posted by Antonio (@peterinneverland) on Jun 7, 2015 at 7:39am PDT
The fact that the tower will be in season 6 could mean that flashbacks will play a part in the season -- in particular, flashbacks that answer the question of Jon Snow's parentage. Other hints include the fact that Bran Stark, who can see into the past via trees, will definitely feature in the upcoming season.
Furthermore, according to Winter is Coming, HBO is casting a "Legendary fighter" for season six. This fighter is described as carrying a famous sword. Some Song of Ice and Fire fans believe this refers to the character of Arthur Dayne, the Sword of the Morning.
Dayne was a famous fighter who carried a famous sword called Dawn and was killed at the Tower of Joy.
A photo posted by Ana Belén Meléndez (@anuskamel) on Apr 30, 2015 at 6:02am PDT
Sounds like a no-brainer, right? Perhaps we'll finally get answers about Jon Snow's parents after all.
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