: The mechanisms for each castle are powered by gears decorated with the sigil of the family currently in control of that location. Musical Score
The (2011) title sequence is a highly acclaimed opening that serves as both a geographic guide to the world of Westeros and a metaphor for its political intrigue. Created by the design studio Elastic under the leadership of creative director Angus Wall , the sequence won a Creative Arts Emmy Award in 2011. Design and Inspiration
: The world is depicted on the inner surface of a giant sphere, rather than a flat map. This design choice was made to give the world a self-contained feel and avoid questions about what lies beyond the horizon.