The tvN fantasy drama "Goblin" is close to reaching the end of its 16-episode run where the fate of beloved characters will finally be revealed. Recently, a fan theory highlighted the importance of the magical sword embedded on Shin's (Gong Yoo) chest in his impending battle with the evil eunuch ghost (Kim Byung Chul).
The preview clip for "Goblin" episode 13 that contained snippets of the goblin and the grim reaper's (Lee Dong Wook) tense encounter, heartbreaking moments between Sunny (Yoo In Na) and the angel of death, as well as Shin's surprise school visit to see Eun Tak (Kim Go Eun). However, one scene that captured the attention of many fans is a quick shot of the titular hero wielding his sword during what appears to be a confrontation with the manipulative eunuch ghost, who played a huge role in Shin and his sister's death during the Goryeo dynasty.
A fan theory, posted on YTN, speculated that instead of the conjured sword that Shin would typically use, the titular hero will be wielding his more than 900-year-old weapon in the impending fight. In the said preview clip, eagle-eyed fans spotted what appears to be a strip of bloodied cloth around the hilt of the sword which was present in Shin's original weapon.
Moreover, a line that Shin mentioned in the "Goblin" episode 13 teaser clip teased of the weapon's true purpose. In a voice-over, Shin stated as he swung the said blade above his head, "That was the value of this sword."
Meanwhile, despite the prophecy that Shin will die once the destined goblin bride pulls out the sword from his chest, many fans speculated that this may not be true. Shin will not perish but may lose his immortality and live a normal life as a human with Eun Tak, according to the fan theory.
In other news, "Goblin" will air a special episode on Jan. 14, instead of episode 14, according to a tvN announcement, as obtained by All Kpop. The said special episode will serve as a preview for upcoming plot reveals and will also explain the relationships between characters.
"Goblin" episode 13 will be released on Jan. 13, while episode 14 and the drama's remaining two episodes will be aired on Jan. 20 and Jan. 21, respectively. Watch a teaser clip for episode 13 below: