The Wall on Game of Thrones: Breaking Down Its History and Magic

Warning: This post contains spoilers for season seven of Game of Thrones.

With an ice dragon now under his control, the Night King is more formidable than ever. But for the time being, the people of Westeros still have one major advantage over the leader of the dead: the Wall.

Although Game of Thrones hasn't spent nearly as much time at the Wall since Jon Snow renounced his Night's Watch vows, the magical barrier has continued to shield the Seven Kingdoms from the dangers that lie beyond.