Since opening earlier this year, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour has welcomed hundreds of fantasy fans keen to immerse themselves beyond the wall.
An iconic House of the Dragon dagger has gone on display at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge, County Down.
Thousands of fantasy fans worldwide make the pilgrimage to Northern Ireland to see the iconic spots where the series was filmed. So, the studio is the perfect addition to your trip.
Now, the successor series has gripped fans as they return to seven kingdoms. So, the House of the Dragon dagger is the perfect addition to this brilliant tour.
An immersive tour experience ‒ the perfect tour for GOT fans
House of the Dragon has already proven popular among Game of Thrones fans. Over the first few episodes, they have been able learn more about the murky backstory of the House Targaryen.
Drawing in almost 10 million viewers per episode, the series is a welcome successor to the much-loved HBO fantasy drama.
Boasting an impressive 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, GOT fans are keen to find out more about the ancestors of their favourite characters from the original series.
Now, those visiting the brilliant Game of Thrones Studio Tour can check out some of the most iconic props and costumes from this new series as an iconic House of the Dragon dagger goes on display.
See behind the scenes ‒ learn about the making of a hit TV show
The Catspaw Dagger is the iconic House of the Dragon dagger that is now on display at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour.
The original weapon is now available to view alongside costumes, sets, and props at the Northern Irish studio. GOT Weapons Master Tommy Dunne created the Catspaw Dagger, revealing that its design was inspired by deer bone.
The dagger appeared in the trailer prior to the House of the Dragon’s release. Sparking a debate about its history on social media, fans are eager to discover its true origins.
Iconic House of the Dragon dagger on display at GOT Studio ‒ an important weapon from the series
The Wicklow-born armourer revealed that not even he was aware of the dagger’s origins throughout the filming of the original series. So, the big reveal proves to be a surprise for fans and crew alike.
Dunne spoke to the team at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour about the weapon’s arrival in County Down. He said, “The only brief I was given for the Catspaw Dagger was that the ‘opulence’ had to be there and that it needed to have a Targaryen look and feel to it.”
He continued, “For me, it joins up the two worlds. I am proud of all the equipment and weapons made for Game of Thrones.
“It’s great that fans can watch the world of Westeros on screen whilst also delving behind the scenes of the making of this world at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour.”
To see the dagger for yourself, you can book tickets to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour here.
