Naoe’s Tantō - Assassin's Creed

Designed with precision and authenticity, this exceptional piece is based directly on in-game artwork, including concept art and 3D models we had exclusive access to before release. But we didn’t stop at visual accuracy—we applied our deep knowledge of historical weaponry to ensure that this isn’t just a replica, it's a piece of computer game history. 

A weapon of both practicality and prestige, the tantō served as a trusted sidearm of the samurai and was also wielded with remarkable skill by the Onna-musha, the warrior women of feudal Japan. This faithful reproduction features a beautifully wrapped faux rayskin handle, ornate menuki (handle embellishments), and a strikingly detailed saya (scabbard).

Holding this tantō, you’ll feel the weight of history and craftsmanship in your hands. More than a collectible, it’s a tribute to the legend of the ninja and the Assassin’s Creed universe—an extraordinary piece fit for every collection.

(For full specifications, keep reading. If you want to explore the story behind this tantō—its origins, significance, and journey from concept to reality—you’ll find it in italics below.)

A bit about Raven Forge.

Let's start at the beginning for those of you who don't know anything about Raven Forge. Raven Forge is a small company from the UK, based in rainy Skipton in the Yorkshire Dales, that was founded and is run by two brothers, Sam and Tom Ive.

Sam and Tom grew up on fantasy, sci-fi and computer games, with a deep love of everything from Star trek, to Lord of the Rings, Terry Pratchett, Final fantasy,  Dungeons and dragons, and everything in between.

Before Raven Forge, Sam worked for the NHS, working with people with mental health issues and learning difficulties , and Tom worked for North Yorkshire Council, maintaining the stunning old buildings and walks of the Yorkshire Dales. In their spare time, they owned and operated a historical sword-fighting club called Tree of Shields. It was this passion for historical swords and armour that led the brothers to start what is now Raven Forge.

Fast forward 3 years, COVID-19 lockdown and hundreds of social media live streams and community events later, we reach 2022. This was to be the year they decided they were going to become the official collector's choice for TV, movie, and video game replicas, going on to later not just acquire a singular license, but collecting and curating them into one Legend Collection of epic proportions.

They can't wait to share with you the beginning of their Legend Collection and the stunning in-game swords that we're bringing to life, as well as the stories of the amazing people they have had the opportunity to work with these last few years

Onwards and Upwards