9 'Game of Thrones' cosplayers who nail their show counterparts

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Cosplaying — the art of creating costumes and role playing — has always been popular among fantasy communities.

But HBO's "Game of Thrones" adaptation has been an increasingly popular choice for crafty fans. 

From sewing elaborate dresses to assembling custom armor, "Game of Thrones" cosplayers often spend months getting their costumes just right. Bearing a physical resemblance to the character is also key. 

We've searched high and low to find cosplayers who have not only recreated the "Game of Thrones" costumes, but also look like they truly belong in the world of Westeros.

Let's take a look.

Norweigan cosplayer Santatory made an intricate gown to transform into Margaery Tyrell. It helps that she looks super similar to Natalie Dormer, the actress who plays the young queen.

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Photographer: Starbit Cosplay

Here's Dormer on the show, wearing the Tyrell colors of blue and gold.

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Ginny DiGuiseppi looks exactly like season four's Arya Stark. The leather jerkin, delicate sword, and short wig are almost identical to Arya's costume.

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Photographer: WeNeals

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