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Black Jack Randall's Origin: A Shocking Encounter Revealed
23 Oct
Summary
- Young Black Jack Randall spared by Jamie's father at Fort William.
- Incident foreshadows future cruelty against Jamie at the same location.
- Filming occurred at historic Blackness Castle near Glasgow.
The second season of "Outlander: Blood of My Blood" has revealed a shocking origin for the villainous Black Jack Randall. Episode 6 showed a teenage Randall having a dangerous encounter with Jamie Fraser's father, Brian, at Fort William.
Against expectations, Brian Fraser intervened to save the young Redcoat's life. This decision carries a grim weight, knowing the sadistic cruelty Randall will later inflict upon an adult Jamie Fraser at the very same location.
Crucial scenes for this storyline were captured at Blackness Castle, a 15th-century fortress situated near Glasgow. The production design effectively transported the cast and crew back centuries, enhancing the actors' performances.
Additionally, scenes involving Dougal and Angus's submerged cell were filmed at Wardpark Studios in Cumbernauld. Actor Sam Retford described the challenging water sequences as a "dream come true" despite their arduous nature.
