Conan the Barbarian #114

In "The Shadow of the Beast!", Conan the Barbarian finds himself outwitted at the gaming table, losing not just his winnings but also Tamris, who’s taken by the ruthless Kagal. Forced to pursue his foe to a secluded manse, Conan uncovers a horror beyond flesh—Kagal slain by a monstrous figure bound in the form of a mastiff. With the stakes higher than ever, Conan faces a twisted enemy in a battle that tests both his strength and resolve. Written by Roy Thomas and brought to life with dynamic art by John Buscema and Ernie Chan, this 1980 Marvel classic features a haunting cover by Ernie Chan.