Why it's Hot:
- 1st appearance of Conan the Barbarian
- 1st cameo appearance of King Kull
- White Pages
Synopsis:
In this debut issue, readers are introduced to Conan, a young Cimmerian warrior who joins an Aesir raiding party invading Vanaheim. During the battle, Conan saves the life of an Aesir named Olav. Meanwhile, the Vanir leader, Volff the Wily, seeks the aid of a shaman named Sharkosh, who possesses a mystical "star stone." The story sets the stage for Conan's future adventures in the Hyborian Age. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
