Red Sonja
Creation & Design
Red Sonja was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Barry Windsor-Smith, inspired by the character from Robert E. Howard's stories.Early Years
Initially introduced as a supporting character in Conan's adventures, she quickly gained popularity and became a leading figure in her own right.Character Development
Over the years, Red Sonja has evolved from a supporting character to a symbol of female empowerment in comic books, known for her strength, independence, and complex personality.Cultural Reception
Red Sonja has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong characterization and role as a female warrior in a male-dominated genre.Character Details
Real Name:
Sonja
Aliases:
She-Devil with a Sword, Warrior Woman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Conan, The Red Sonja, The Avengers
Abilities:
Expert swordswoman, Skilled archer, Enhanced strength
Equipment:
Sword, Armor, Horse
Weight:
130lbs
Height:
5' 8"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red
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Conan the Barbarian #23
Marvel
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1973
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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 #33
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
3rd appearance of Red Sonja
Savage Sword of Conan, The #1
Marvel
•
1974
•
Vol. 1
Debut of Red Sonja's chain mail bikini
1st appearance of Blackmark
Debut of Red Sonja's chain mail bikini
1st appearance of Blackmark
Kull and the Barbarians #3
Curtis
•
1975
•
Vol. 1
Origin of Red Sonja
1st cover appearance of Solomon Kane
Marvel Feature #1
Marvel
•
1975
•
Vol. 2
First headlining title featuring Red Sonja
Marvel Feature #2
Marvel
•
1976
•
Vol. 2
First illustrated work on Red Sonja by erotic fantasy artist Frank Thorne
First illustrated work on Red Sonja by erotic fantasy artist Frank Thorne
Marvel Feature #4
Marvel
•
1976
•
Vol. 2
Cover art featuring Red Sonja
Marvel Feature #7
Marvel
•
1976
•
Vol. 2
Final issue featuring Conan the Barbarian
Red Sonja #1
Marvel
•
1977
•
Vol. 1
First solo series featuring Red Sonja
Marvel Treasury Edition #15
Marvel
•
1977
•
Vol. 1
84-page oversized collection of reprints including the original illustration from Conan the Barbarian #24 (1973) where Red Sonja appears less covered-up during a bath scene
Conan the Barbarian #24 was redrawn to comply with the Comics Code Authority but the Treasury Edition printed the original panel
84-page oversized collection of reprints including the original illustration from Conan the Barbarian #24 (1973) where Red Sonja appears less covered-up during a bath scene
Conan the Barbarian #24 was redrawn to comply with the Comics Code Authority but the Treasury Edition printed the original panel
Marvel Team-Up #79
Marvel
•
1979
•
Vol. 1
Mary Jane Watson as Red Sonja
Conan the Barbarian #242
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Jim Lee
Red Sonja: Death In Scarlet #1
Cross Plains Comics
•
1999
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Vol. 1
Published by Cross Plains, a small publisher in operation between 1999-2000 creating mostly Robert E. Howard related titles
Published by Cross Plains, a small publisher in operation between 1999-2000 creating mostly Robert E. Howard related titles
Red Sonja #0
Dynamite Entertainment
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2005
•
Vol. 1
Dynamite Entertainment begins publishing Red Sonja stories
Red Sonja #1
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2005
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
Variant
Limited: 100
Variant cover art by Paolo Rivera
One copy distributed in every three Red Sonja statues designed by Paolo Rivera
Variant cover art by Paolo Rivera
One copy distributed in every three Red Sonja statues designed by Paolo Rivera
Red Sonja #3
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2005
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Gabrielle Dell'Otto
Red Sonja #6
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2006
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Billy Tan
Red Sonja #7
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2006
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Red Sonja #8
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2006
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Variant cover art by Mel Rubi with red foil
Variant cover art by Arthur Suydam
Savage Tales #1
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2007
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Arthur Suydam featuring Red Sonja
Savage Tales #2
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2007
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Arthur Suydam featuring Red Sonja
Savage Tales #8
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2008
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Arthur Suydam featuring Red Sonja
Sketchbook: Adam Hughes #2010
Self-Published
•
2010
•
Vol. 1
'Slayboy' 2010 sketchbook with cover art featuring Red Sonja
Red Sonja: Revenge of the Gods #2
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2011
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,322
Queen Sonja #27
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2012
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Queen Sonja #31
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2012
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Red Sonja #76
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2013
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Red Sonja #77
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2013
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Variant cover art by Jenny Frison
Red Sonja #4
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2013
•
Vol. 2
Cover art by Jenny Frison
Red Sonja #6
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2013
•
Vol. 2
Cover art by Jenny Frison
Red Sonja #8
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2014
•
Vol. 2
Cover art by Jenny Frison
Red Sonja Dynamite Dollar Book
Variant virgin cover art by Jenny Frison
An identical cover was published in 2023 that was a 1:15 ratio variant that sells for under $10
Variant virgin cover art by Jenny Frison
An identical cover was published in 2023 that was a 1:15 ratio variant that sells for under $10
Variant cover art by Jenny Frison
Scarce, reorder variant
Red Sonja: Vulture's Circle #2
Dynamite Entertainment
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2015
•
Vol. 1
Variant
Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Exclusive variant available to customers who subscribed to Red Sonja at their comic shop
Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Exclusive variant available to customers who subscribed to Red Sonja at their comic shop
Cover art inspired by iconic Coppertone advertisement
Variant cover art by Jenny Frison
Red Sonja: Birth of the She-Devil #1
Dynamite Entertainment
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2019
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
Variant
Variant virgin cover art by Shannon Maer
Red Sonja: Age of Chaos #2
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2020
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
C2E2
Variant cover art by Nathan Szerdy
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2020 exclusive
Variant cover art by Nathan Szerdy
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2020 exclusive
Killing Red Sonja #1
Dynamite Entertainment
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2020
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
To become queen, Sonja had to defeat an emperor but he had a son who now seeks revenge
To become queen, Sonja had to defeat an emperor but he had a son who now seeks revenge
Variant sketch cover art by Peach Momoko
Variant cover art by Peach Momoko
Variant cover art by Carla Cohen
Sonjaversal #1
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2021
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Vol. 1
Introduction of multiple Sonjas across alternate dimensions
Invincible Red Sonja #4
Dynamite Entertainment
•
2021
•
Vol. 1
Virgin Variant
Variant cover art by Rose Besch
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