CONAN THE CIMMERIAN (2009)

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #9 Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale March 18 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Nahtok, a powerful wizard with the desert tribes of Shem under his command, now looks to expand his motley empire northward into the politically unstable Koth-where Koth's leaders are more likely to kill each other on the battlefield than join together to face a common foe. The only thing standing in Nahtok's way is the small border kingdom of Khoraja and their battered military forces, now led by the inexperienced Princess Yasmela. Amalric's mercenaries-with Conan still riding among their numbers-are charged with reinforcing Yasmela's depleted army, as the conquering Nahtok draws near and Yasmela is haunted by both evil threats and holy visions. Tim Truman, Tomás Giorello, and José Villarrubia continue their adaptation of Robert E. Howard's 'Black Colossus,' a chilling Robert E. Howard tale that finds Conan at a strange crossroads in his mercenary career and on the path to the largest-scale battle of his life, as a clash between Nahtok and Amalric's men appears inevitable! Conan the Cimmerian © 2009 Conan Properties International LLC ('CPI'). CONAN, CONAN THE BARBARIAN, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN, HYBORIA, and related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of CPI. All rights reserved."

"On sale Apr 15 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing As the 'Black Colossus' story arc continues, this issue focuses on Natohk, as he builds his army of desert tribesmen, bloodthirsty nomads, and demons to begin his invasion of Hyboria! Natohk has his sights set on the border city of Khoraja first, and he sends his fearsome horde to take it and begin their full assault on Koth-a country filled with petty, quarreling rulers. Heading toward Khoraja with the rest of Amalric's mercenaries, Conan is still learning the ways of military discipline and strategy, impressing his leader while also making some enemies among Amalric's foot soldiers. Princess Yasmela is Khoraja's remaining sovereign. Haunted by terrifying apparitions and demonic visits, she prays to Mitra for help as Natohk's forces near her war-torn country and her near-defenseless city. o A Wizard magazine 'Best New Series of 2008' pick!"

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #11 Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale May 20 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Not content to sit back and wait for Natohk to arrive to destroy the city of Khoraja, Conan leads his men to meet the Stygian wizard in open combat. As Amalric's mercenaries and the remaining soldiers of Khoraja march impressively out of the city, Natohk's horrifying army-backed by dark magic and otherworldly beasts-acquires yet another powerful weapon. What chance do mortal men have? Conan must deal with dissension and class conflict in his own ranks and the strange visions and revelations of Princess Yasmela before he can hope to defeat Natohk's hordes. Even though his men trust and respect him, the aristocrats resent his presence and are waiting for him to stumble so that they can fulfill their own selfish ambitions! And what news does a Zamorian thief bring out of the desert? Tim Truman (Scout, Grimjack), Tomás Giorello (Star Wars), and José Villarrubia (Kull, City of Others) continue their faithful adaptation of Robert E. Howard's 'Black Colossus,' with another stunning cover by Joseph Michael Linsner (Dawn, Dark Ivory)! "

"Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joesph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale July 22 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Natohk's horde of desert warriors advances on Conan's band of mercenaries and the remnants of the once-proud Khorajan army-and the Battle of Shamla Pass begins! Earning the trust and admiration of his fellow soldiers, Conan impresses everyone with his natural leadership skills and tactical instincts-but that hard-earned respect may be for naught if those defending Princess Yasmela and Khoraja are massacred by Natohk's monstrous forces. From his vantage point on a plateau, Conan looks down on his opponent, as a sea of approaching swords fills the valley. Things go from bad to worse when Natohk unveils some supernatural, deadly, and horrifying surprises. Conan's first command may be his last! 'The latest incarnation of Conan has done nothing but live up to its predecessors.' -brokenfrontier.com The Battle of Shamla Pass begins!"

"Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Aug 19 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing In 'Black Altar,' the relentless final chapter in the 'Black Colossus' adaptation, Natohk's desert hordes surge up the narrow Shamla Pass, and Conan's ragged army desperately attempts to hold their high ground. Outnumbered and facing an army fueled by a zealous, reborn Stygian wizard, simply surviving may be the greatest victory Conan can hope for. Any triumph will ring hollow, though, if Conan can't protect Khoraja's current sovereign, the beautiful Princess Yasmela-whom Natohk has vowed to capture! Tim Truman, Tomás Giorello, and José Villarrubia bring the gripping, blood-filled Battle of Shamla Pass to life! Smartly written and flawlessly rendered, don't miss the epic finale to a Robert E. Howard classic. 'Tomás Giorello and José Villarrubia's art is so great here that it's the ultimate selling point. From the massive war that rages . . . to the images of scorpions and vultures amidst the desolation, it's just beautiful. Some of the scenes remind me a lot of collaborations by P. Craig Russell and Lovern Kindzierski, and that's no small feat.' -Comic Book Resources "

"Timothy Truman (W/A), Ben Truman (W), Joe Kubert (A), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Sept 23 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing After Conan left Cimmeria and entered into a successful career as a brutal mercenary, he became the leader of Princess Yasmela's Khorajan army. In the calm after a successful campaign, Conan quickly tires of his pampered life as the princess's protector and lover. While Joe Kubert shows us what trouble a restless barbarian can get into on royal palace grounds, Tim Truman takes us back to the Cimmerian village of Conan's youth-where a surviving Skrae creature claws its way toward Fialla, Conan's mother. o This standalone story, called 'Home for the Hunt,' has ties to both the 'Cimmeria' story arc from 2008 and the current 'Black Colossus' arc! o With a nod to the past and hint at what's to come, this issue is perfect for both longtime readers and for intrigued fans who are looking for a 'jumping on' point. Legendary artist Joe Kubert's first sequential Conan work!"

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #15 Timothy Truman (W), Paul Lee (A), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Oct 21 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Ten thousand years before Conan disturbed the forbidden Temple of Set, princess Akivasha-daughter to the first great ruler of Stygia-was transformed into a vampire and cursed to haunt its halls forever. Her pampered years of hedonistic pleasure behind her, the beautiful Akivasha spent centuries with desiccated mummies and skittering monsters, as a deep loneliness grew within her. Now, something has awakened her from tedious ages of boredom. She immediately senses Conan's power and vitality when he steals into the temple, and she vows to take this Cimmerian warrior as her lover-or at least have a good time killing him! Spinning out of Robert E. Howard's Hour of the Dragon novel comes the untold tale of Akivasha, the title character to Howard's 'I Am the Woman Who Never Died' chapter. o Tim Truman adds new dimensions to a Howard classic, and Conan and Buffy the Vampire Slayer artist Paul Lee returns to illustrate this horrific and heartbreaking story, giving us glimpses into Akivasha's troubled past while the lusty vampire stalks Conan through dark, demon-filled mazes! Conan the Cimmerian © 2009 Conan Properties International LLC ('CPI'). CONAN, CONAN THE BARBARIAN, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN, HYBORIA, and related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of CPI. All rights reserved. "

"A new story arc begins, leading to Conan's tumultuous time fighting and looting with the kozaki-a wild group of fellow mercenaries also known as the 'Free Companions.' Conan and his fellow warriors, regrouping and recovering from their battle with the wizard Natohk and his desert hordes, find themselves on the verge of having to serve in another war! Timothy Truman begins an original tale that will explore events alluded to in Robert E. Howard's Conan tales, and he will also share artistic duties with Argentine sensation Tomás Giorello to illustrate a time in Conan's life when he tries to keep his barbarous nature and hot temper in check in order to prove that he can be a leader of men. 'The latest incarnation of Conan has done nothing but live up to its predecessors.' -Broken Frontier"

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #17: FREE COMPANIONS part 2 (of 3) Timothy Truman (W/P), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Dec 23 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing In part two of the three-issue Free Companions arc, Conan rebels against Princess Yasmela, his former lover, and seeks to infiltrate the dungeons of Koth with a small band of handpicked mercenaries. Taking place right after Robert E. Howard's 'Black Colossus' tale and setting up events that will lead directly into Dark Horse's next Howard adaptation, Free Companions finds Conan launching an impulsive precision mission to free Yasmela's captured brother, the true leader of Khoraja, who is a prisoner in Koth-a rescue operation that's either inspired and necessary or extremely foolhardy! Will betrayal lead Conan into a rage-filled suicide mission? 'Tim Truman gets right to the heart of the character to what makes him tick. In addition, Tomás Giorello's artwork absolutely nails Conan The colors by José Villarrubia give an added weight of emotion and realism to the story.' -mania.com "

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #18: FREE COMPANIONS PART 3 (of 3) Timothy Truman (W/P), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Jan 20 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Defying Yasmela's orders, Conan sets himself on a runaway course that will end his time fighting with the combined forces of Amalric's mercenaries, the Khorajan army, and Julion of Koth's rebel soldiers. Our newest issue marks a turning point in Conan's career as a sword for hire, when he and his comrades find themselves without work or direction. An old battle wound threatens the life of Amalric, the leader of the restless mercenaries, and the rekindled affair between Princess Yasmela and Prince Julion continues to enrage Conan-who must take action in order to save face. This original tale explores events alluded to in Robert E. Howard's Conan tales, taking place right after Dark Horse's Black Colossus story arc and building to the birth of Conan's 'Free Companions'! 'Best New Series of 2008' -Wizard magazine ' writer Tim Truman is a perfect choice to adapt the oeuvre of Robert E. Howards into comics form.' -Comics Buyer's Guide Conan the Cimmerian © 2009 Conan Properties International LLC ('CPI'). CONAN, CONAN THE BARBARIAN, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN, HYBORIA, and related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of CPI. All rights reserved. "

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #19: KOZAKI part 1 (of 3) Timothy Truman (W/P), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), Justin Sweet (Cover), and Joseph Michael Linsner (Cover) On sale Feb 17 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Tomás Giorello returns to full penciling duties-with the remarkable colors of José Villarrubia fleshing out each page-and Timothy Truman scripts this first episode in a new, three-issue story arc entitled 'Kozaki'! After burning a few bridges and making some questionable choices, mainly fueled by jealousy over Prince Julion's recent appearance in Khoraja and a hatred for pampered royalty and their courtly life, Conan leaves Yasmela and her palace behind. Now leading Amalric's mercenary army, Conan is again responsible for the lives of others. But is he skilled and experienced enough to do the job right? In this issue, we'll also discover more bleak premonitions and clues concerning Conan's near future, when Conan and his companions leave organized mercenary life behind in order to survive as a group of raiders and looters. Such actions will undoubtedly draw the attentions of others, though, and the troubles that began for Conan in the previous 'Free Companions' arc are far from over! o This issue features a cover by guest cover artist Justin Sweet-illustrator for Del Rey Books' Kull: Exile of Atlantis prose collection! 'The latest incarnation of Conan has done nothing but live up to its predecessors.' -Broken Frontier "

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #20: KOZAKI part 2 (of 3) Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (A), José Villarrubia (C), and Cary Nord (Cover) On sale Mar 24 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing In part two of 'Kozaki,' both Sergius the pirate and the sadistic Shah Amurath decide to confront Conan's group of bandits, who are encroaching upon their territories and threatening the outlying granaries, farms, and villages of the proud country of Turan. King Yildiz quickly orders the Shah to annihilate all Kozaki riders, and Sergius arranges a parley with our favorite Cimmerian. In a tense meeting, Sergius explains how commerce works around the Vilayet Sea and offers that their two imposing forces work together against the Shah. With those in Conan's hungry crew growing wild and impatient, Conan's not even sure how long he can keep his own men together-but he'll slit the throat of any who try to defect! 'Best New Series of 2008' -Wizard magazine ' writer Tim Truman is a perfect choice to adapt the oeuvre of Robert E. Howard into comics form.' - Comics Buyer's Guide Cover by Cary Nord and Dave Stewart!! Conan the Cimmerian © 2010 Conan Properties International LLC ('CPI'). CONAN, CONAN THE BARBARIAN, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN, HYBORIA, and related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of CPI. All rights reserved. "

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #21 Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Cary Nord (Cover) On sale Apr 21 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing In the final episode of 'Kozaki,' Conan realizes just how far he's fallen-and how a seemingly small incident can impact entire nations and thousands of lives! Sick, surviving on swamp vermin, wounded, and weary, Conan confronts Shah Amurath's soldiers, grave robbers, and ghosts from his past. We find out exactly how he came to be in the precarious position he's now in-and if Iniri the sorceress's eerie predictions come true. This issue features a stunning cover by fan-favorite Conan alumni and Eisner Award-winners Cary Nord and Dave Stewart! o Kozaki part 3 (of 3)"

"Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (A), José Villarrubia (C), and Cary Nord (Cover) On sale May 19 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing A new arc opens, and our next Robert E. Howard story adaptation begins! With Conan barely having enough time to get his brain and body in gear after surviving the Ilbars Massacre, he comes across Shah Amurath in the wetlands near the Vilayet Sea. After running into the shah and a fugitive slave, Conan embarks on his next quest: laying low on a remote island until the military heat in the region is off of him. However, the gods tend to enjoy putting Conan in precarious situations, and our beloved barbarian is soon enmeshed in pirate politics and a centuries-old mystery! Just how did those huge iron statues get to this island in the Vilayet Sea, what happens to the island at night, and what strange beast is stalking Conan and his new friend, Olivia? "

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #23 Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Tomás Giorello (Cover) On sale June 23 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Eluding their torments from Turan, Conan and Olivia seek to hide out on a small island in the Vilayet Sea, but they soon find themselves stalked by an unseen terror in the jungles and threatened by a group of pirates belonging to the Red Brotherhood. A centuries-old curse also haunts the island and threatens the lives of everyone on it! After surviving the massacre at Ilbars Stream and spending the ensuing weeks on the run, Conan still finds himself using his wits and survival knowledge to endure hardship and dangers. Olivia, the lovely former princess of Ophir, was rescued from slavery by Conan last issue-and she may be in a position to return the favor sooner than she'd like! Tim Truman, Tomás Giorello, and José Villarrubia's adaptation of Robert E. Howard's 'Iron Shadows in the Moon' continues in this action-filled second chapter. o Iron Shadows in the Moon adaptation part 2 (of 4)"

"CONAN THE CIMMERIAN #24 Tim Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), Dave Stewart (C), and Cary Nord (Cover) On sale Aug 18 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing Conan and Olivia have escaped the terrible wrath of the armies of Turan by fleeing to a small island in the vast Vilayet Sea, but it seems that Conan cannot avoid all the enemies that he made as leader of the Kozaki raiders. The small island that he and Olivia have used to put some distance between them and the Turanian military has turned out to be an appealing hiding place for another group of outlaws-the Red Brotherhood! Traveling only with the beautiful Olivia, and without an army of mercenaries at his back, Conan is no longer protected from their rage. However, they may not be the most dangerous adversaries Conan will have to face if he and Olivia are to get off the island in one piece! Large predators stalk the forest, and there is something much, much worse lurking within the ruins of an ancient civilization. Tim Truman, Tomás Giorello, and José Villarrubia continue their adaptation of Robert E. Howard's 'Iron Shadows in the Moon.' 'Conan the Barbarian is one of the great creations in fantastic literature, ranking right alongside Tarzan of the Apes.' -Comics Buyer's Guide "

"The final Conan the Cimmerian issue! CONAN THE CIMMMERIAN #25 Tim Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), Cary Nord (Cover), and Geof Darrow (Cover) On sale Oct 27 FC, 40 pages $2.99 Ongoing The thrilling, battle-filled finale to Robert E. Howard's 'Iron Shadows in the Moon'-and Dark Horse's final Conan the Cimmerian issue! With the threat of pirates and a centuries-old evil at his heels, Conan's troubles triple when he and Olivia are confronted by the jungle creature that's been stalking them. The island where Conan once sought refuge has become a battleground with constant surprises and death in every dark corner. Tim Truman, Tomás Giorello, and José Villarrubia conclude their adaptation of one of Howard's strangest stories in their final issue of Conan the Cimmerian. Fear not, faithful readers, as this Conan creative team will be returning next year to chronicle the exploits, adventures, and woes of an older King Conan! "