Conan the Barbarian #29 (Marvel Comics, 1973)
Conan the Barbarian #29 (August 1973) titled "Two Against Turan!" follows Conan as he enters the town of Aghrapur and immediately starts a brawl that sends him on a blood-soaked, action-packed adventure through taverns, alleyways, and prison cells. Unknowingly, Conan aids in the quest of two men who form one man with the power of a dark gem. Does the city burn, or does Conan drink flagons of ale (or both?)
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Conan the Barbarian #29 Story Summary
Conan enters Turan's cosmopolitan capital city, Aghrapur, where "purple-sailed galleys bring the gleaming wealth of trade-minded neighbor-states." Where there is wealth and galleys (and Conan), then you know that wine, wenches, and trouble aren't far away.
After witnessing a group of crazed, half-naked women shouting about the "Bloor of Tarim," Conan besmirches Prince Yezdigard within earshot of loud-mouthed zealots who attack him for defaming their god. Conan, probably still drunk from the night before, doesn't take their punches and kicks kindly. He returns their aggression by slaughtering them with his sword.
A man named Amir of Khawarizm rides into the fray on a horse that Conan tackles, sending Amir to his grave, but stirring up more locals who back him into a strange building where a mysterious man named Ormraxes guides him to the safety of a dank tavern. Before he even has time to get drunk (again), the tavern is raided by Turanian guards looking for Eithriall, who is the same man as Ormraxes!
Conan is overpowered and knocked out in the battle. He wakes up in another strange place where more weirdos feed him food and libations, along with a story about how Conan now has to save Ormraxes because he owes him one for saving him earlier. After pounding numerous flagons of wine, Conan takes the job and breaks into the prison, where he battles numerous guards and frees Ormraxes.
Things get weird when Conan drops him off with Ormraxes' friends, who turn out to be Ormraxes himself, but not Ormraxes, a spiritual double who looks like Ormraxes and uses the power of an Occult Gem to combine the two men (one of whom is a ghost, maybe) into one called Eithriall the Invincible!
Before Eithriall can turn into a Godzilla-sized monster that shoots fire from his hands, Conan throws his sword at the gem, stops the weirdling ritual, and watches as everyone burns, dies, and screams.
Another job well done, Conan!
Conan the Barbarian #29 Creative Team
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Writer/Editor: Roy Thomas
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Artist: John Buscema
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Artist: Ernie Chua (Ernie Chan)
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Letterer: John Costanza
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Colorist: Glynis Wein
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Conan the Barbarian #29 FAQ
What happens in Conan the Barbarian #29?
In the story "Two Against Turan!" Conan enters the town of Aghrapur and immediately starts a brawl that sends him on a blood-soaked, action-packed adventure through taverns, alleyways, and prison cells. Unknowingly, Conan aids in the quest of two men who form one man with the power of a dark gem.
Who are the main characters in Conan the Barbarian #29?
The main characters in Conan the Barbarian #29 are Conan the Barbarian, Ormraxes, Eithriall the Invincible, and Amir of Khawarizm.
Who is the villain in Conan the Barbarian #29?
An evil sorcerer named Ormraxes, who uses an Occult Gem to turn into Eithriall the Invincible!
When was Conan the Barbarian #29 released?
Marvel Comics published Conan the Barbarian #29 in August 1973.
Who created Conan the Barbarian #29?
Conan the Barbarian #29 was created by the A-team of Conan creators, including Roy Thomas as writer, and artists John Buscema and Ernie Chua.
Is Conan the Barbarian #29 a good comic?
Yes. Conan the Barbarian 29 comes from the golden age of Conan comic books, written by Roy Thomas and illustrated by John Buscema.
Is Conan the Barbarian #29 important to the series?
While Conan #29 continues the wandering, wenching, boozing, and brawling adventures of Conan the Barbarian, it is not necessarily an "important issue" in the ongoing series. No major characters come or go.
Do you need to read earlier Conan comics before issue #29?
Reading earlier issues of the Conan the Barbarian Marvel Comics series will help readers understand the Conan the Barbarian character better. However, those jumping into Conan for the first time can easily enjoy Conan #29 and pick up the story from this issue moving forward.
Is Conan the Barbarian #29 part of Marvel Comics?
Yes. Marvel Comics published Conan the Barbarian #29 in 1973.
What is Conan the Barbarian about?
The Conan the Barbarian comic book series is about the continuing adventures of Conan, a barbarian from the land of Cimmeria. Conan is a just and simple man with questionable morals who tries to survive in a savage land filled with danger. He enjoys a fierce battle, a strong drink, and the company of women. Conan despises dishonesty and sorcery.
Who created Conan the Barbarian comics?
The Conan the Barbarian character was originally created by writer Robert E. Howard in the 1930s. Roy Thomas wrote most of the early issues of Conan the Barbarian based on the original Robert E. Howard stories.
What is the Marvel Conan series?
The Marvel Conan series set the standard for sword and sorcery action in the 1970s by reintroducing the Conan the Barbarian character to a new generation of readers who missed the original stories written by Robert E. Howard in the 1930s. The Marvel Conan series ran for 275 issues, starting in October 1970 and concluding in 1993.
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