There's loving Game of Thrones [1], and then there's living for Game of Thrones. And you know what, if you fall into the latter camp, we really don't blame you. How could you not freak out over Jon Snow's return [2]? What kind of crazy person can resist diving into all those wild Reddit theories? Keep reading for 18 signs your passion for the show has become a full-blown obsession, then check out the 16 types of Game of Thrones fans [3] — which one are you?
You clear your schedule for every Sunday between the premiere and the finale.
You have a weekly text chain with your friends.
(But only the ones who take it as seriously as you.)
You can easily spell every character’s name.
You follow all the essential fan sites and proudly geek out.
You find yourself watching fan-made montages and maybe crying.
You know all about R + L = J and the other popular theories.
Yep, you have those season six theories [4] down pat.
You casually drop GOT catchphrases into conversation.
You keep a running list of Game of Thrones Halloween costume ideas.
(Don't worry — we do too [5].)
You can name the season based on a photo.
You really can’t even talk about Robb Stark without getting emotional.
Your friends tag you in every GOT-related meme and article.
You follow all the actors on Instagram and freak out when they're together.
Who doesn't love seeing the cast out of character [6]?
Your stomach honestly kind of hurts when an episode starts because you’re so nervous/anxious/excited.
You rock GOT merch when you watch the show.
You basically live on the show's subreddits in the hours and days after each episode.
Your desk is littered with GOT bobbleheads, pictures, and mugs.
You even dream about the show in the off season.
And you're seriously considering Game of Thrones names for your future child.
You do you.