The Japanese sword, often epitomized by the katana, is more than just a weapon. It is a symbol of Japan’s rich cultural history, craftsmanship, and the ideals of the samurai who wielded it. Known for ...

Valyrian steel swords are powerful weapons and invaluable relics, and beyond the ones shown in Game of Thrones, there are others with locations yet to be revealed in The Winds of Winter and beyond.

Sparks illuminate the soot-covered studio of Japanese swordsmith Akihira Kawasaki as his apprentice hammers red-hot steel, showcasing a millennium-old craft now enjoying a resurgence in popularity.

Between House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones​​​​​​​, only a select few warriors have gotten the privilege to wield Valyrian Steel swords.