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One of the major questions in the season has revolved around theDark Wizard, played by Ciaran Hinds.

Now, a new theory suggests that the Dark Wizard is another major character from J.R.R.

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Tolkien’s works: the Witch-king.

He’s one of the Ringwraiths, AKA one of the nine mortal men gifted a ring bySauron.

In the show, the Dark Wizard does indeed say he’s one of five surely one of fiveIstar.

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“I would like this sooo much more than any other character becoming the Witch King.

But this would totally work for me.

Better than him being Saruman as well,“says one fan.

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Not everyone is convinced, though.

This isn’t the first timefans have speculated the Dark Wizard is the Witch-king, either.

We’ll just have to wait and see to find out if the theories prove true.

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