Conan the Barbarian

Dark Horse’s 2012–2014 Conan the Barbarian run, written primarily by Brian Wood with art by Becky Cloonan, Riccardo Burchielli, and Davide Gianfelice, reimagines Robert E. Howard’s classic Hyborian Age warrior in a 25-issue series that blends gritty fantasy with sharp, modern storytelling. Wood and Cloonan’s collaboration brings a fresh, visually striking take on Conan’s early adventures, emphasizing his cunning and survival instincts alongside his brute strength. This series matters for its bold, character-driven approach, breathing new life into the iconic Cimmerian for a contemporary audience while honoring Howard’s original source material.