A man must pay his debts, and when it comes to the holiday season that means getting the Game of Thrones fans in your life something that will tide them over until season five of the show (or George R.R. Martin's next book) debuts. Thankfully there's never been a better time to be a fan of the franchise. This year saw the release of Game of Thrones beer, video games, books and more, and we've collected all the best products in one place, just for you. After all, the holidays are coming.
Ommegang Game of Thrones Beer ($9.49, Craftshack)
George R.R. Martin is known for describing the food and drink of Westeros in vivid (some might say excessive) detail in his books, so it's only fitting that fans can try some brews inspired by his work. Ommegang has crafted a number of Game of Thrones-themed beers over the years, with the latest being Valar Morghulis, a deep Dubbel style ale. Their next brew, Three-Eyed Raven, will be coming just in time for the season five premiere of the show. Considering most of the other beers are sold out, you might want to go ahead and put in a pre-order for this gift.
Westeros Map and Magnet Set ($15, HBO)
Face it -- your fridge is lame. You still have that A+ math quiz taped to it from 10 years ago, don't you? Time to nerd things up with this Westeros Map and Magnet set. Not only can you easily learn Westerosi geography, but you can also follow along with the show and move your magnets accordingly. No more getting confused about where the Boltons come from, or where High Garden is. This is the ideal gift to keep your loved ones occupied as you reach into the fridge to grab a Game of Thrones inspired brew.
Living Language Dothraki: A Conversational Language Course ($20, HBO)
Once upon a time, knowing how to speak Middle-Earth's signature brand of Elvish was the ultimate way to prove your nerd street cred. Now that Game of Thrones has taken the world by storm, times have changed. If someone you know truly wants to show just how serious they are about fantasy worlds, you need to help them learn Dothraki. Thankfully learning a fictional second language has never been easier with the help of this book, which teaches you key words and phrases from the language given life thanks to HBO's show.
Mini Direwolf Pup Plush ($20, HBO)
Every one of the Stark children has a direwolf to call their own. Sure, most of them are dead now, but that's beside the point. The point is that a direwolf is an ideal gift for the Thrones lovers in your life, and they don't come much cuter than these 9" mini plush animals from HBO.
Legacy Collection Figures ($20-25, HBO)
If you are looking for some high-quality renditions of your loved ones' favorite characters, look no further. All the big names are here -- Khal Drogo, Tyrion, Jaime, Daenerys, Jon Snow, Eddard Stark, Brienne of Tarth. Each comes with their signature weapons and armor of choice (or in Dany's case a dragon). Perfect for any fan.
Telltale's Game of Thrones ($30, Steam)
Fans have been waiting for a great Game of Thrones video game for a while now, and developer Telltale Games delivered the goods with the first episode of what is to be a six-part game series. The game takes place primarily during season four of the show, and follows an obscure house from the pages of Martin's books as they must navigate the politics of being a loyal bannermen to House Stark. Plenty of actors from the show lend their likeness and voice to the game as well, making this as close as you can get to the next season of the show without having a time machine. Check out our review of the first episode here.
The World of Ice and Fire ($50, HBO)
This is a must have for those who have read Martin's Song of Ice and Fire saga multiple times. Essentially 300 pages of Game of Thrones backstory written by Martin himself, the book dives into the origins of Westeros, the children of the forest, the long reign of the Targaryen kings in more detail than ever before, while also examining each region of Martin's fantasy world in stunning detail. It also comes packed with gorgeous maps and some fantastic artwork from some of the best in the business, making The World of Ice and Fire a coffee table book for the ages. You can read more about the book in our review.
Life-size Replica Iron Throne ($30,000, HBO)
If you just so happen to be a real-life master of coin, why not acquire this full-sized replica of everybody's favorite throne? That way you can rule over your family (subjects) in style. Just be sure not to hurt yourself. It is a throne made of swords, after all.
