Conan the Barbarian #145
"Son of Cimmeria" marks a pivotal moment in Conan’s journey, as the Cimmerian warrior takes his young companion Peleon into the wilds to test his mettle. When a fierce bear attack leads to a shocking confrontation with Conobar, the truth of a long-buried past begins to surface. Written by Alan Zelenetz and brought to life by Richard Howell’s dynamic art, with inks by Bob Camp and colors by George Roussos, this 1983 issue delivers emotional weight and raw adventure. The cover by John Buscema captures the moment’s intensity, a striking visual that hints at the storm to come.
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Conan takes Peleon out into the Cimmerian wilds to show him how to be a man. After fighting some Picts, Peleon angers a bear and ends up being captured by Conobar. Angered over the death of his bear-servant, Conobar attacks and tries to kill Conan. Killing him in self defense, Conan mourns him after realizing he was his son via his encounter with Ursla many years before.
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