First Look at Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure’s Blast-Ended Skrewts!

by · April 19, 2019

We are only about two months away from the opening of the new ride at Universal Orlando Resort. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure looks like it’s going to be a treat for parkgoers and is promised to be an immersive experience. We can’t wait to try it out, but for now, we will settle with learning what will be featured in the ride!

This week, Universal Orlando revealed some of the magical creatures guests will encounter during the “highly themed, immersive coaster experience.”

Over the past week, we’ve learned that Fluffy, Cornish pixies, Devil’s Snare, and centaurs will be featured on the new ride.

These reveals have been thrilling, but today we are in for a treat. For the first time ever, the Blast-Ended Skrewt will be brought to life! These creatures, which Hagrid introduced to our heroes during their fourth year, were bred by Hagrid himself, so it is very fitting that they would be included in his ride.

 

 

The Skrewt is a cross between a manticore and a Fire Crab. It’s unclear what happened to the Skrewt that was placed into the maze at the end of the Triwizard Tournament, but it seems this one was placed in the Forbidden Forest to scare riders.

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opens on June 13. We can’t wait to see these incredible creatures in person!

Press Release

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN CREATURE FEATURED IN ALL-NEW EXPERIENCE, HAGRID’S MAGICAL CREATURES MOTORBIKE ADVENTURE

For the First Time Ever, the “Blast-Ended Skrewt” Will Be Brought to Life Specially [f]or the Epic New Addition to [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Orlando, Fla. (April 19, 2019) – Today, Universal Orlando Resort revealed a never-before-seen magical creature that guests will encounter in Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – the epic new addition to [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opening June 13.

Known as the “Blast-Ended Skrewt,” this unique creature will be one of the most life-like animated figures Universal Orlando has ever created and was brought to life for the first time ever for this new adventure. Described as a cross between a giant scorpion and an elongated crab, this creature was created by Hagrid – one of the most beloved characters in the Harry Potter films and the guide of this new experience. During their journey, guests will come face-to-face (or face-to-rear) for the first time ever with the “Blast-Ended Skrewt” and its dangerous ‘blasting end.’ Here [are] some fast facts about what you can expect from this rare magical creature:

  • Fire ignites from its ‘blasting-end’ – so be cautious
  • Measures eight ft. long, features a ten-foot[-]tall tail with a massive stinger and weighs more than 6,000 pounds
  • Produces a very powerful and signature odor created specifically for this distinctive creature
  • Blast-Ended Skrewts were first introduced in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and were also mentioned in Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Guests will also encounter other rare magical creatures along their journey, including a majestic [c]entaur, a swarm of mischievous Cornish pixies, Fluffy the three-headed dog and more. For more information on the Blast-Ended Skrewt and other creatures guests will meet on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, visit the Universal Orlando [b]log.

When it opens on June 13, 2019, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will join the lineup of award-winning entertainment experiences in [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort and bring an all-new adventure inspired by J.K. Rowling’s beloved stories to life. Guests will join Hagrid’s Care of Magical Creatures class and fly deep into the Forbidden Forest aboard magical motorbikes to brave the mysteries and thrills beyond the grounds of Hogwarts [C]astle to find some of the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will be located in [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. For more information on this new experience, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com.

About Wizarding World
More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 93⁄4 at King’s Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an
expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling.

For today’s growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity.

HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s19)

About Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is a unique vacation destination that is part of the NBCUniversal Comcast family. For more than 25 years, Universal Orlando has been creating epic vacations for the entire family – incredible experiences that place guests in the heart of powerful stories and adventures.

Universal Orlando’s three theme parks, Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay, are home to some of the world’s most exciting and innovative theme park experiences – including [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and [t]he Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Universal Orlando’s on-site hotels are destinations unto themselves and include Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, the Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, and Universal’s Aventura Hotel. Its entertainment complex, Universal CityWalk, offers immersive dining and entertainment for every member of the family.

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