True Believers: Conan - Queen of the Black Coast! #1
"Queen of the Black Coast!" kicks off a thrilling chapter in the legendary sword and sorcery saga, with Conan fleeing justice in Messantia only to find himself at the mercy of the fierce pirate queen Bêlit and her Black Corsairs off the coast of Kush. Written by Robert E. Howard and Roy Thomas, and brought to life with dynamic art by John Buscema and inks by Steve Gan, this issue captures the raw intensity of Conan’s first encounter with Bêlit—where battle, betrayal, and bold new alliances begin. The cover by John Buscema and John Romita adds a classic, striking flair to this 2019 Marvel release.
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Conan barely escapes the law in Messantia by boarding a ship heading due south. Off the coast of Kush, the ship is unexpectedly boarded by the pirate queen Bêlit and her Black Corsairs. Conan is offered a chance to live if he can defeat the warrior Odongo in battle. Conan is victorious and Odongo dies. Bêlit is impressed by Conan – they quickly become lovers and Conan her second-in-command.
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