Conan the Barbarian Movie Special #1
Conan the Barbarian Movie Special #1 (1982) delivers a thrilling origin tale set in the world of sword and sorcery, capturing the raw intensity of the upcoming film adaptation. Written by John Buscema, Michael Fleisher, John Milius, Oliver Stone, and Ed Summer, and illustrated with bold energy by John Buscema, the story follows Conan’s journey from enslaved youth to fierce warrior, forging alliances with Valeria and Subotai as he infiltrates the Tower of the Serpent. The cover by John Buscema perfectly encapsulates the issue’s mythic tone, a 60-cent comic in 1982 that remains a standout for fans of the genre.
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Conan is sold into slavery after his parents are killed by Thulsa Doom. Becoming a mighty warrior and freeing himself, Conan allies with Valeria and Subotai to rob the Tower of the Serpent. Conan recognizes the Cult's symbol as the same one that Thulsa Doom had worn. Conan kills the Great Guardian Serpent and flees the Cult.
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