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Stranger Things is unquestionably a brilliantly written show and as a result there are very few holes in the plot. Like, these writers explain literally everything. But! Fans were briefly confused by Hopper using a straight sword to fight a Demogorgon.
A fan of Twitter and HITC found out, and noted that we actually see Enzo opening a closet of weapons in episode 7, which yes: it includes the sword. And it turns out that this sword is a very cool Easter egg, as it is literally “the atlas” of Conan’s films starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
And yes, it’s Conan’s real sword, not a replica. David Harbor confirmed it himself in an interview with British GQ, saying, “I don’t know if you saw it, but the sword I grab; it’s the real sword they used in Conan the Barbarian. It’s the sword that Schwarzenegger it sinks. the film. “
He also spoke of the sword in an Instagram subtitle, saying “Nerd alert. The prop at the end of episode 9 is the Atlantean sword from the CONAN movies. A charming fan found a photographic image from when he settled down in episode 7 and used it.an unfortunate inmate who found a premature death near the cells next to our gladiator well.The real excitement behind this, however, is that the sword given to me by the amazing ST prop department (reveal guys so I can accredit you) is THE REAL.The SWORD is used in the shooting of the two CONAN movies. to be heavy as hell, and a huge honor to wield. @schwarzenegger, willing to accept your notes on my technique. “
Well, this has been the latest installment of Stranger Things is the most fantastic show in history.
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