Conan the Barbarian
Creation & Design
Conan was created by writer Robert E. Howard in 1932, originally appearing in pulp magazines. The character was later adapted into comic books by Marvel Comics in the 1970s.Early Years
Conan's early adventures were set in the Hyborian Age, a fictional prehistoric time. He was depicted as a wandering barbarian who fought against sorcery and tyranny.Character Development
Over the years, Conan has evolved from a simple barbarian into a complex character with a rich backstory, exploring themes of civilization versus barbarism, the nature of power, and the struggle for survival.Cultural Reception
Conan the Barbarian has been well-received, becoming an iconic figure in fantasy literature and comics. His stories have influenced countless adaptations in film, television, and video games.Character Details
Real Name:
Conan
Aliases:
Conan of Cimmeria, Conan the Cimmerian
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, The Defenders
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Skilled warrior, Master of various weapons
Equipment:
Sword, Shield, Various magical artifacts
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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Conan the Barbarian #1
Marvel
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Conan the Barbarian
1st cameo appearance of King Kull
[March 2026 - A King Conan movie is moving forward at 20th Century Studios, with Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) writing and directing, and Arnold Schwarzenegger returning to portray the aging barbarian]
1st appearance of Conan the Barbarian
1st cameo appearance of King Kull
[March 2026 - A King Conan movie is moving forward at 20th Century Studios, with Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) writing and directing, and Arnold Schwarzenegger returning to portray the aging barbarian]
Marvelmania Magazine #2
Independent
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
Back cover displays the rejected cover art by Steve Ditko of Amazing Fantasy #15 (Spider-Man's first appearance) which was later published as a variant of The Amazing Spider-Man #700
Preview image of Conan the Barbarian, which preceded the first Marvel issue
Back cover displays the rejected cover art by Steve Ditko of Amazing Fantasy #15 (Spider-Man's first appearance) which was later published as a variant of The Amazing Spider-Man #700
Preview image of Conan the Barbarian, which preceded the first Marvel issue
Conan the Barbarian #2
Marvel
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Conan the Barbarian in comics
Conan the Barbarian #3
Marvel
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Borri, the Grey God
Conan the Barbarian #4
Marvel
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Classic Story "The Tower of the Elephant"
Conan the Barbarian #16
Marvel
•
1972
•
Vol. 1
Adaptation of Robert E. Howard's classic story, 'The Frost-Giant's Daughter' aka The Gods of the North (1932)
Reprinted from Savage Tales #1 (1971)
Adaptation of Robert E. Howard's classic story, 'The Frost-Giant's Daughter' aka The Gods of the North (1932)
Reprinted from Savage Tales #1 (1971)
Conan the Barbarian #22
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
First reprint of Conan the Barbarian #1, the first appearance of Conan
In the letters column of this issue, there is an explanation that the story originally intended for this issue was lost in the mail therefore the decision was made to reprint Conan #1
The explanation apologizes for the misleading cover art which was meant for the new, original story and had already been printed before the mail mishap
First reprint of Conan the Barbarian #1, the first appearance of Conan
In the letters column of this issue, there is an explanation that the story originally intended for this issue was lost in the mail therefore the decision was made to reprint Conan #1
The explanation apologizes for the misleading cover art which was meant for the new, original story and had already been printed before the mail mishap
Conan the Barbarian #23
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Red Sonja
⚠ Misconception: cited by many resources as a cameo appearance of Red Sonja but she appears in over 20 panels, fights and is introduced by name
[August 2022 - filming is scheduled to begin with Matilda Lutz cast in the main role]
1st appearance of Red Sonja
⚠ Misconception: cited by many resources as a cameo appearance of Red Sonja but she appears in over 20 panels, fights and is introduced by name
[August 2022 - filming is scheduled to begin with Matilda Lutz cast in the main role]
Conan the Barbarian #24
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
1st cover and 2nd appearance of Red Sonja
Conan the Barbarian Annual #1
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
First published Conan the Barbarian annual
Savage Tales Magazine #4
Marvel
•
1974
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
Classic painted cover art by Neal Adams
Interior black & white pencils by Neal Adams
Classic painted cover art by Neal Adams
Interior black & white pencils by Neal Adams
Giant-Size Conan the Barbarian #1
Marvel
•
1974
•
Vol. 5
1st cameo appearance of Belit, a pirate often referred to as the Queen of the Black Coast
Many sources cite this as Belit's first appearance but it cannot be confirmed by the one-panel preview with her back to the reader, published 2 years prior to her first full appearance
1st cameo appearance of Belit, a pirate often referred to as the Queen of the Black Coast
Many sources cite this as Belit's first appearance but it cannot be confirmed by the one-panel preview with her back to the reader, published 2 years prior to her first full appearance
Conan the Barbarian #58
Marvel
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1976
•
Vol. 1
1st full appearance and cover of Belit, a pirate often referred to as the Queen of the Black Coast
1st full appearance and cover of Belit, a pirate often referred to as the Queen of the Black Coast
Marvel Feature #7
Marvel
•
1976
•
Vol. 2
Final issue featuring Conan the Barbarian
What If…? #13
Marvel
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1979
•
Vol. 1
Hypothetical story of Conan the Barbarian's adventures in the 1970s
King Conan #1
Marvel
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1980
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Conn, the son of Conan
King Conan #8
Marvel
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1981
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Crom, the chief god of the Cimmerian people
Marvel Comics Super Special #21
Marvel
•
1982
•
Vol. 1
68-page official adaptation of the Conan The Barbarian movie (1982)
What If…? #39
Marvel
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1983
•
Vol. 1
First battle of Thor vs Conan the Barbarian
Conan the King #20
Marvel
•
1984
•
Vol. 1
Origin of how Conan became King Conan
What If...? #16
Marvel
•
1990
•
Vol. 2
First battle of Wolverine vs Conan
Conan the Barbarian #241
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Todd McFarlane
Conan the Barbarian #242
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Jim Lee
Conan the Barbarian #275
Marvel
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
Final issue
Recalled cover depicting a nude woman
4,000 copies in shrink-wrap black bags were distributed by Dark Horse
Recalled cover depicting a nude woman
4,000 copies in shrink-wrap black bags were distributed by Dark Horse
Conan: The Frazetta Cover Series #1
Dark Horse
•
2007
•
Vol. 1
Reprint of Conan #2 (2004) - The Frost Giant's Daughter
Cover art by Frank Frazetta titled The Snow Giants
Reprint of Conan #2 (2004) - The Frost Giant's Daughter
Cover art by Frank Frazetta titled The Snow Giants
1,272-page hardcover omnibus that collects issues #1 - #50 of the Dark Horse series written by Kurt Busiek and illustrated by Cary Nord
Original retail price: $150
1,272-page hardcover omnibus that collects issues #1 - #50 of the Dark Horse series written by Kurt Busiek and illustrated by Cary Nord
Original retail price: $150
Variant cover art by Rafael Albuquerque
San Diego Comic Con 2016 exclusive
Limited to 500 copies
Variant cover art by Rafael Albuquerque
San Diego Comic Con 2016 exclusive
Limited to 500 copies
648-page hardcover omnibus that collects issues #1 - #25 of the 2008 Dark Horse series
Original retail price: $100
648-page hardcover omnibus that collects issues #1 - #25 of the 2008 Dark Horse series
Original retail price: $100
Conan the Barbarian #1
Marvel
•
2019
•
Vol. 3
1st appearance of the Crimson Witch
Premiere issue of a new Conan the Barbarian series published by Marvel after reacquiring the rights from Dark Horse who retained them for 15 years
1st appearance of the Crimson Witch
Premiere issue of a new Conan the Barbarian series published by Marvel after reacquiring the rights from Dark Horse who retained them for 15 years
Savage Sword of Conan, The #1
Marvel
•
2019
•
Vol. 2
1st cameo appearance of Koga-Thun
Avengers: No Road Home #5
Marvel
•
2019
•
Vol. 1
Conan officially appears in the Marvel mainstream universe
Variant cover art by Simon Bianchi
Conan Serpent War #1
Marvel
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2019
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Dark Agnes in Marvel Comics, previously appeared in the Dark Horse Conan Universe
1st appearance of Dark Agnes in Marvel Comics, previously appeared in the Dark Horse Conan Universe
Variant cover art by Michael Mercado
Secret variant cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Official Handbook of the Conan Universe #1
Marvel
•
2020
•
Vol. 1
Reprint of the 1986 reference issue to the world and characters of Conan the Barbarian
Republished as the 50th anniversary of Conan nears
Reprint of the 1986 reference issue to the world and characters of Conan the Barbarian
Republished as the 50th anniversary of Conan nears
Variant cover art by Jesus Saiz
Variant cover art by Jen Bartel
Variant cover art by John Buscema
Hidden Gem edition
Variant cover art by Joe Jusko
Variant cover art by Pascal Garcin
Connects to King Conan #1 variant
Variant cover art by Alex Maleev
Variant cover art by Pascal Garcin
Connects to Conan #25 collage variant (Sept 2021)
Variant cover art by Pascal Garcin
Connects to Conan #25 collage variant (Sept 2021)
Controversial cover featuring a sexulaized depiction of Matoaka, a character inspired by the underage Native American girl better known by the name Pocahontas
Variant cover art by Jan Bazaldua
Controversial cover featuring a sexulaized depiction of Matoaka, a character inspired by the underage Native American girl better known by the name Pocahontas
Variant cover art by Jan Bazaldua
Savage Avengers #4
Marvel
•
2022
•
Vol. 2
Death of Conan the Barbarian
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