The Pursuit of Justice: Arya Stark's Deadly Journey in Westeros

As Arya Stark returns to Winterfell, the question on everyone's mind is, who will be the next on her 'little list'?

Montelaneous and the Likelihood of Meetings

Arya, currently at the peak of her power, is primed for confrontation, while Melisandre faces her lowest point. Given the user's prediction that they will meet again, the timing feels just right. Many speculate that Arya may cross paths with Melisandre, but her focus is likely to remain on executing her revenge against those who wronged her.

Despite the potential for a looming encounter with Melisandre, The Hound is also on Arya's radar. There is a high chance they will meet again, but unlike the last time, I strongly believe that Arya won't be interested in killing him. It would be a remarkable partnership if they did reunite, with Arya teaching The Hound a few tricks for a deadly killing spree.

Among her list of targets are several formidable foes, with Petyr Baelish topping the list. While Petyr was a significant threat, Sansa Stark may require his death, which is against Arya's current motivations. Given the significant roles that many characters have played, I doubt Arya would take Petyr's life, especially not in season 7.

Reuniting with Nymeria: The Direwolf and Beyond

With the return to Winterfell, Arya is also likely to reunite with her direwolf Nymeria and her wolf pack. This reunion holds the potential to form a powerful force, especially if united with Jon Snow and his warg Ghost. The combination of wargs and direwolves leading a wild-dog army, supported by the Free Folk and others, could indeed be a formidable force. Added to this scenario are the stone dragons that emerged during the fires and sacking of Winterfell by Ramsey Bolton, potentially adding to the chaotic power struggles.

Additional Targets on Arya's List

In addition to the other named targets, Arya is expected to take down her foes as she progresses on her journey. This includes:

Sansa: Sansa may need to ask Arya to kill Littlefinger, but given Arya's current vendetta, this might not be her primary focus. Gendry: Despite Arya's desire to take revenge on Melisandre, Gendry is still alive, and it doesn't seem likely Arya would target him. The Brotherhood without Banners, including Thoros of Myr, presents a different scenario. If Beric Dondarrion is killed by Arya, Thoros might be able to resurrect him. Cersei Lannister: As long as Cersei is alive and far away from Arya in King's Landing, the immediate threat from Arya is lower. However, Arya would most certainly go for Cersei, but this pursuit is more likely to happen after Arya has settled other matters closer to home. The Mountain: With the Mountain likely to be dead, this raises fewer concerns for Arya's immediate goals.

Conclusion: The Final Stretch

The return to Winterfell for Arya Stark marks the beginning of a new chapter of her journey. As she navigates the treacherous political landscape of Westeros, who will be next on her list? The forthcoming episodes promise a thrilling finale as Arya finalizes her revenge and works towards reestablishing the Stark legacy in Winterfell.