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Conan fights a giant bat, finds a half-naked girl, and then stands around as someone else fights the big bad.

That's today as we look at Conan the Barbarian #30: The Hand of Nergal.

Amidst the chaos of battle in the land of Turan, Conan finds himself isolated with only a mysterious amulet to protect him from monstrous bat creatures. As we unravel the tale, discover the dark powers behind the Hand of Nergal and the Heart of Tammuz, and how Conan, with the help of unexpected allies, restores peace to a frightened city.

This episode is filled with thrilling battles, mystical artifacts, and a deep dive into another classic Conan comic.

Don't miss this exploration into the Hyborian Age!

Conan the Barbarian #30: "The Hand of Nergal" was written by Roy Thomas, with Pencils by John Buscema, inks by Ernie Chan, the letters were by John Costanza and Glynis Wein was the colorist.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in June of 1973.

Enjoy!

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Mike's Amazing World of Comics

Cimmerian Press

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In today's episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the bustling streets of Aghrapur, the capital of Turan, with Conan of Cimmeria.

Join us as we delve into the pages of Conan the Barbarian #29, exploring the vivid storytelling and masterful art that bring this tale to life.

From intense street brawls to mystical encounters, Conan's adventures are as brutal as they are mesmerizing. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the world of swords, sorcery, and epic battles!

Conan the Barbarian #29: "Two Against Turan" was written by Roy Thomas, with Pencils by John Buscema, inks by Ernie Chan, the letters were by John Costanza and Glynis Wein was the colorist.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in May of 1973.

Enjoy!

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THE BACKGROUND AMBIENCE FOR THE COLD OPENING COMES FROM:

Harbor Sounds | Seaside Market Ambience by The Guild of Ambience

Medieval City Sounds | Market Day Ambience by Danny Fortress Fantasy Music

Angry Crowd | People Yelling, Guards, Noise, Tension, Riot, Ambience by Michael Ghelfi Studios

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Cimmerian Press

The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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