Oh, and like nothing youve seen before.

Well be, from the first episode on, exploring a new saga for these characters, says Bays.

Theres going to be a big game-changing moment in [that] episode.

Game-changing as in the rewind in the series mythology that weve all heard about?

Nope, says Thomas.

Its actually going to make it like a whole new story.

And were going to have actual mythology, Bays adds with a laugh.

Theres going to be a Minotaur…a griffin.

All kidding aside, the dynamic duoarelooking ahead to the shows inevitable conclusion.

We have an idea of where [the series] will end up, insists Bays.

Were just going to have to ask the audience to trust us.

Adds Thomas: IfHIMYMis a three-act play, this is kind of the beginning of the third act.

Got a fresh theory re: the identity ofHIMYMs mother?

And do you think returning guest star Rachel Bilson plays a part in the premieres game-changing event?

Place your bets below!

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