Other gifts she was given in plenty by other Dothraki: slippers and jewels and silver rings for her hair, medallion belts and painted vests and soft furs, sandsilks and jars of scent, needles and feathers and tiny bottles of purple glass, and a gown made from the skin of a thousand mice. "A handsome gift, Khaleesi,” Magister Illyrio said of the last, after he had told her what it was. "Most lucky.” The gifts mounted up around her in great piles, more gifts than she could possibly imagine, more gifts than she could want or use. And last of all, Khal Drogo brought forth his own bride gift to her. An expectant hush rippled out from the center of the camp as he left her side, growing until it had swallowed the whole khalasar...
-George R.R. Martin, A Game of Thrones

Days of Ice and Fire 2011 , a weekend of conflict and intrigue in Roseville, Minnesota, is just three weeks away! If you haven’t yet registered for this exciting three-day event, time is running out. You have until November 2nd to reserve your place for a weekend devoted to the rich fantasy world of George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire .

This is your chance to celebrate all things related to this vibrant setting, so venture across the realm to immerse yourself in the Seven Kingdoms. Show off the fashions of Westeros and beyond in our Costume Contest, or test your knowledge of A Song of Ice and Fire in our Trivia Showdown. You can also meet some of your favorite FFG developers, including Battles of Westeros ’ Rob Kouba and A Game of Thrones: The Card Game ’s Damon Stone, or sit in at a learn-to-play table to pick up some new skills!

Participating in one of our LCG tournaments ? We’re pleased to announce that the recently released Tourney for the Hand Chapter Pack will be tournament legal. Build a deck around its new Joust and Melee effects, and make your plans to join the competition.

Exclusive Goodies

We’ve already seen the bonus goodies you’ll receive if you pre-register on our webstore , but today we’ll take a closer look at the exciting gift bag awaiting all attendees:

• A Days of Ice and Fire 2011 souvenir guidebook including a range of exclusive content, including insider insights on A Game of Thrones: The Board Game Second Edition , delicious recipes inspired by the cuisine of Westeros, and an all new interview with George R.R. Martin himself!
• Six never-before-seen house cards for A Game of Thrones: The Card Game . These impressive cards will proclaim the power of your house to all enemies!
• Special promotional commander cards for Battles of Westeros ! Bring these leaders to the field, and watch your enemies’ battle lines break.

Your house is calling for the support of its bannermen. Head to our webstore and answer the call!

Note: Even though you are prompted to choose a shipping option, you will not be charged for shipping. The total cost per guest is only $25. You’ll receive a confirmation email once your order is placed.