The HBO series House of the Dragon established in its first season that the Targaryen dynasty had possessed an ancient prophecy about the White Walkers and the Long Night, which shaped their political decisions for centuries. Viewers have since theorised that House Stark, the ruling family of the North, must have been aware of this prophecy and potentially collaborated with the Targaryens as a result, though the show has not yet confirmed this connection.

As the series progresses toward its conclusion, the production is strategically increasing the visibility of Northern characters and plotlines whilst drawing attention to narrative details that support the theory. The appearance of figures such as Lord Roderick Dustin and his legendary "Winter Wolves" force, combined with scenes depicting Northern lords meeting with Targaryens at significant locations like the Wall, suggest the show may be building toward a major revelation about Stark's historical role in the prophecy and its consequences for the realm.