Conan the Barbarian #261
In "Scarlet Tears," Conan the Barbarian wanders the wilds of Cimmeria, leading his companion Hobb to the ruins of Venarium. There, they encounter Loria and Ricardus of Aquilonia, fleeing with a treasure coveted by the priest of the four-armed death goddess, Khalaari. Written by Roy Thomas and illustrated by E. R. Cruz, with colors by Nelson Yomtov and letters by John Costanza, this 1992 Marvel tale blends ancient mystery and perilous intrigue. The cover by Mark Pacella and Dan Panosian captures the grim intensity of the moment.
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Wandering in Cimmeria, Conan shows Hobb the location of the fall of Venarium. They meet Loria and Ricardus of Aquilonia hiding nearby with a treasure sought by the priest of the four-armed death goddess, Khalaari.
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