Conan Saga #50
In "Incident in Argos!", Conan finds himself trapped in the treacherous streets of Messantia, where a clash with the arrogant Royal Guard ignites a chain of desperate escapes and hidden truths. As Conan evades capture and seeks refuge with the enigmatic fortune teller Momratha, his friends Yusuf and Tara are forced into hiding after a violent act of defiance. Written by Roy Thomas and brought to life with gritty precision by Mike Ploog, this pivotal issue blends political intrigue and personal loyalty, all under the stark, dramatic cover by Earl Norem.
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Conan and his friends arrive in Messantia and immediately come into conflict with some cocky members of the Royal guard. Two guards ambush Conan and try to sell him as a slave. Conan breaks loose and hides in the house of fortune teller Momratha, who shows him visions of his future. Meanwhile, Yusuf has killed a captain who harassed Tara, and now they are both on the run. Conan is apprehended but refuses to betray his friends. Fleeing fromn the courthouse, Conan kills the corrupt judge Ephemero Portus. On horseback, Conan leaves the city and leaves his friends behind.
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