Reforged Required? Review of Issue #1 of The Savage Sword of Conan Reforged! Stygian Dogs 2026-09-18 | Reforged Required? Review of Issue #1 of The Savage Sword of Conan Reforged!
Halloween Special! Comic Comparison! A Shuddery Tale of Dark Horror and Evil Things! Stygian Dogs 2024-10-16 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!Join me for a shuddery tale of dark horror and evil things, and the uncanny funeral rites over the corpse of old John Grimlan.Featuring the investigators of the occult John Conrad and John Kirowan, Robert E. Howard’s ‘Dig Me No Grave’ appeared in the February 1937 issue of ‘Weird Tales’. To celebrate Hallowe'en and the renewed interest in these characters (thanks to Jim Zub’s ‘Battle of the Black Stone’ mini-series), I offer you a reading of Howard’s story contrasted with Roy Thomas’ comic book adaptation from the 1972 Issue #1 of ‘Journey into Mystery’. Thomas’ 8-page story features the art of Gil Kane and Tom Palmer. The Horror Stories of Robert E. Howardamzn.to/4f78ob6('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:47 - The Story and Comic Presentation30:09 - Comments30:42 - Outro
‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus’ Arrives! Stygian Dogs 2024-10-09 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A peek and a tease! The new ‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ from Titan Comics and Heroic Signatures. A simple flip-through to give you a sense of it.After some delays…so happy to have this. I hope you got yours and that you enjoy it!Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smith!Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3Y4SOHgThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4eMLci1Barbarian Life: A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian (Volume 1) by Roy Thomasamzn.to/3ZT1S3jBarbarian Life: A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian (Volume 2) by Roy Thomasamzn.to/3BziAdPBarbarian Life: A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian (Volume 3) by Roy Thomasamzn.to/3BCRLp5('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Review of Issue #2 of Conan: Battle of the Black Stone’! Not to be missed! Stygian Dogs 2024-10-02 | Review of Issue #2 of the new ''Conan: Battle of the Black Stone’ comic, ‘Part 2 - Bond of the Black’ from Titan Comics and Heroic Signatures.Starring Robert E Howard's cast of characters - Conan of Cimmeria, John Kirowan, John Conrad, El Borak, Solomon Kane and Dark Agnes de ChastillonI recommend rereading the Solomon Kane story from The Savage Sword of Conan #4! Perfect for Occult October! youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim Zub ( @JimZub )Art: Jonas ScharfColors: Joao CanolaLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCover A by Roberto De La TorreCover B by Nick MarinkovichCover C by Patch ZircherCover D by Max von FafnerFCBD 2024 'Conan: Battle of the Black Stone' available here: media.titan-comics.com/uploads/conanfcbd2024.pdf‘El Borak and Other Desert Adventures’ by Robert E. Howardamzn.to/3X3IhM2‘Conan: Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegroveamzn.to/3Zbi1jZ and Heroic Signatures! FCBD 2024 'Conan: Battle of the Black Stone' available here: media.titan-comics.com/uploads/conanfcbd2024.pdf‘El Borak and Other Desert Adventures’ by Robert E. Howardamzn.to/3X3IhM2‘Conan: Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegroveamzn.to/3Zbi1jZ‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ by Roy Thomas, Barry Wiidsor-Smith, and John Buscemaamzn.to/3APUfjF‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.2’ by Roy Thomas, John Buscema and Neal Adamsamzn.to/4ebwbGp‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ by Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smithamzn.to/4e5Al2d‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.2’ by Roy Thomas, John Buscema and Gil Kaneamzn.to/4g1YLeSJim Zub Conan Collectionamzn.to/3AOKQZC‘Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone, Vol.1’ by Jim Zub and Roberto De La Torreamzn.to/3z79hRC‘Conan the Barbarian: Thrice MArked for Death’ by Jim Zub and Dougbraithwaiteamzn.to/3XfXJDo‘Conan the Barbarian: The Age Unconquered’ by Jim Zub and Roberto De La Torreamzn.to/3AJuuRR‘The Savage Sword of Conan’ by Jim Zub, Patch Zircher and othersamzn.to/4gnQAdh('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:32 - Refresher00:48 - Covers01:10 - Overview07:27 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay10:52 - Conclusion/Review13:18 - Outro
‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Arrives! Stygian Dogs 2024-10-02 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A peek and a tease! The new ‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ from Titan Comics and Heroic Signatures. A simple flip-through to give you a sense of it.After some delays…so happy to have this. I hope you got yours and that you enjoy it!Roy Thomas! Barry Windsor-Smith! John Buscema!The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4eMLci1Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3Y4SOHg('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Review of Issue #15 of Conan the Barbarian! This IS ‘The Frost-Giant’s Daughter’!!! Stygian Dogs 2024-09-25 | Review of Issue #14 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Frozen Faith, Part 3: Gods of the North’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Part 3 of Zub's exploration of the myth and magic of Robert E. Howard's ‘The Frost Giant’s Daughter’. The story is celebrating it's 90th anniversary.This is quite simply a superb adaptation. Just wonderful!!!Here’s a text-based review with a slightly different take:stygiandogs.substack.com/p/the-frost-daughters-agencyyoutube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim ZubArt: Doug BraithwaiteColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCOVER A: Mahmud AsrarCOVER B: Jessica FongCOVER C: Doug BraithwaiteCOVER D: Fernando Dagnino‘Conan: Blood of the Serpent’ by S.M. Stirling - amzn.to/4djLjQT‘Conan: City of the Dead’ by John C. Hocking - amzn.to/4eCyZfA‘Conan: Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegrove - amzn.to/3TI5ukx‘Conan the Barbarian: Official Story of the Film’ by John Walsh - amzn.to/3ZyCSy4‘Conan the Barbarian - Film Novelization’ - amzn.to/3Xxlo2g‘Conan the Barbarian: Volume 1’ - amzn.to/3ZCvz8s‘Conan the Barbarian: Volume 2’ - amzn.to/3ZxC78u‘Conan the Barbarian: Volume 3’ - amzn.to/3XYxuCY‘The Savage Sword of Conan: Volume 1’ - amzn.to/4gGJUqs‘The Savage Sword of Conan: Volume 2’ - amzn.to/4etQQFS‘Conan the Barbarian: Original Comics Omnibus, Volume 1’ - amzn.to/47BWa7P‘The Savage Sword of Conan: Omnibus, Volume 1’ - amzn.to/3zFIprW‘The Savage Sword of Conan: Omnibus, Volume 9’ - amzn.to/4eyDCHJ‘Conan the Barbarian: Original Comics Omnibus, Volume 2’ - amzn.to/3ztXe0T‘The Savage Sword of Conan: Omnibus, Volume 2’ - amzn.to/4eEJUWu('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:36 - Recapping the Last Issue 00:54 - Covers01:12 - Overview07:33 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay10:23 - Conclusion/Review13:24 - Outro
FanExpo Canada Recap / Conan Catch-Up. A look at some purchases! Stygian Dogs 2024-09-11 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A recap of a couple of days at FANEXPO Canada 2024. A casual, unscripted ‘Conan Catch-Up’.The event is such fun. I love the variety and celebration of fandom that you encounter there. Everyone should go…but then again…ugh, the crowds. Saturday afternoon, man. Messed-up busy.Nick Marinkovich print! His website should launch soon. nickmarnikovich.com I believe.A few of the comics I bought (Robert E. Howard!) and things I did. ‘Dead Romans’ by Fred Kennedy and Nick Marinkovichamzn.to/4gvR1SO00:00 - Intro00:22 - Start of the day02:40 - A couple of comics! REH Stories03:22 - Tennessee Fats and Jim Zub 04:25 - Jim Zub! Artist news! The future of De La Torre?07:55 - Conan print from Nick Manrikovich08:05 - Dead Romans08:35 - Savage Sword #3 Signatures09:02 - Sword and Sorcery Cinema11:38 - My Dan Parent treasure - Who knows, there may be others13:35 - Conclusion('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Review of Issue #1 of Conan: Battle of the Black Stone’! An EPIC adventure with the Heroes of Man! Stygian Dogs 2024-09-04 | Review of Issue #1 of the new ''Conan: Battle of the Black Stone’ comic, ‘Part 1- Eyes Upon Us’ from @titancomics7765and Heroic Signatures! Cimmerian September begins! Starring - Conan of Cimmeria, John Kirowan, John Conrad, El Borak, Solomon Kane and Dark Agnes de Chastillonyoutube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim Zub (@JimZub)Art: Jonas ScharfColors: Joao CanolaLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCover A by Gerardo ZaffinoCover B by Sedat OezgenCover C by Stuart SaygerCover D by Samwise DidierCover E by Tony FleecsFCBD 2024 'Conan: Battle of the Black Stone' available here: media.titan-comics.com/uploads/conanfcbd2024.pdf‘El Borak and Other Desert Adventures’ by Robert E. Howardamzn.to/3X3IhM2‘Conan: Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegroveamzn.to/3Zbi1jZ‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ by Roy Thomas, Barry Wiidsor-Smith, and John Buscemaamzn.to/3APUfjF‘The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.2’ by Roy Thomas, John Buscema and Neal Adamsamzn.to/4ebwbGp‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1’ by Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smithamzn.to/4e5Al2d‘Conan the Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.2’ by Roy Thomas, John Buscema and Gil Kaneamzn.to/4g1YLeSJim Zub Conan Collectionamzn.to/3AOKQZC‘Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone, Vol.1’ by Jim Zub and Roberto De La Torreamzn.to/3z79hRC‘Conan the Barbarian: Thrice MArked for Death’ by Jim Zub and Dougbraithwaiteamzn.to/3XfXJDo‘Conan the Barbarian: The Age Unconquered’ by Jim Zub and Roberto De La Torreamzn.to/3AJuuRR‘The Savage Sword of Conan’ by Jim Zub, Patch Zircher and othersamzn.to/4gnQAdh('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:29 - Refresher01:19 - Covers01:41 - Overview07:52 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay10:49 - Conclusion/Review14:01 - Outro
The Savage Sword of Conan Issue #4! Meet the Heroes of Man! Stygian Dogs 2024-08-28 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's here! Heroic Signatures (@heroicsignatures) and Titan Comics (@titancomics7765) presents Issue #4 of 'The Savage Sword of Conan'. Six stunning stories, swelling with simmering secrets of the supernatural.An EPIC magazine-sized introduction to Jim Zub’s ambitious ‘Battle of the Black Stone’ mini-series event kicking off September 4th!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Featuring the work of:Jim Zub (@JimZub) Fernando DagninoPatch ZircherDean KotzJeff ShanksEryk DonovanFred KennedyAndy BelangerRon MarzMike PerkinsNick MarinkovichRoberto De La TorreFrancesca BaeraldCast of Characters:ConanSolomon KaneBrissaJohn KirowanJohn ConradDark AgnesEl Borak (Francis Xavier Gordon)Check out Lion from @HobbiesofaMan and his ‘Road to the Black Stone’ series of videos and get ready to join the battle! It’s gonna be a wild one!youtu.be/G20uscLFuCE?si=G89y5rsv6zY5Eo-XAmazon Links:‘Conan - Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegroveamzn.to/3WPsqzc‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3uA4iGEThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4bDT8RQ('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:22 - Covers00:52 - Opening the Book01:08 - Table of Contents01:51 - Introductory Essay by Jim Zub02:27 - Nick Marinkovich pin-up02:39 - ‘Birthright in Black’ - Conan story from Jim Zub and Fernando Dagnino03:23 - ‘Blood from a Stone’ - Solomon Kane story from Patch Zircher03:44 - ‘Brissa - Ever and Never Beyond’ - Brissa story from Jim Zub and Dean Kotz04:01 - 'Horror from the Tomb’ - Conrad and Kirowan story from Jeff Shanks and Eryk Donovan04:53 - ‘Dark Agnes: Matrimony’ - Dark Agnes story from Fred Kennedy and Andy Belanger05:21 - ‘Black Oasis’ - El Borak story from Rob Marz and Mike Perkins05:51 - Heroes of Man by Roberto De La Torre06:07 - Back Cover06:29 - Conclusion17:40 - Outro
Jim Zub panel at FAN EXPO Canada! Full Conversation! Stygian Dogs 2024-08-25 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! I attended FANEXPO Canada this weekend. What a whirlwind!On Friday I had the opportunity to attend AND document Jim Zub's ‘Conan the Barbarian’ panel. The chat was hosted by Brent Chittenden, co-host of the ‘True North Nerds’ Podcast. By Crom! I offer you Conan's Compatriot, Zim Zub at FanExpo 2024. Jim Zub is a writer, artist and art instructor based in Toronto, Canada. Over the past twenty years he’s worked for a diverse array of publishing, movie and video game clients including Marvel, DC Comics, Disney, Capcom, Hasbro, Cartoon Network, and Bandai-Namco.He juggles his time between being a freelance comic writer and a professor teaching drawing and storytelling courses in Seneca Polytechnic’s award-winning Animation program.His current comic projects include Conan the Barbarian, the monthly adventures of Robert E. Howard’s legendary sword & sorcery hero, and the bi-monthly 'The Savage Sword of Conan'. youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1FANEXPO Canada (@FANEXPOHQ )Friday, August 23rd, 2024 at 1:30pm - ‘By Crom! It’s the Conan Panel with Jim Zub’Room 715BJim Zub (@JimZub )Brent Chittenden 00:00 - Intro00:31 - ‘By Crom! It’s the Conan Panel with Jim Zub’
Review of Issue #14 of Conan the Barbarian! Jim Zub vs. Kurt Busiek! Frost and Fury! Stygian Dogs 2024-08-21 | Review of Issue #14 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Frozen Faith, Part 2: The Daughter’s Gaze’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! PLUS - ‘Conan the Barbarian’ #14 by Jim Zub vs. ‘Conan’ #1 by Kurt Busiek (‘Out of the Darksome Hills’) - A comparison of ‘rumours’!Part 2 of Zub's exploration of the myth and magic of Robert E. Howard's ‘The Frost Giant’s Daughter’. The story is celebrating it's 90th anniversary.youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim ZubArt: Doug BraithwaiteColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCOVER A: Jae LeeCOVER B: Rebeca PueblaCOVER C: Doug BraithwaiteCOVER D: Stuart SaygerCOVER E: James Harren‘Conan - Cult of the Obsidian Moon’ by James Lovegroveamzn.to/3WPsqzc‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:33 - Recapping the Last Issue 00:54 - Covers01:23 - Overview07:52 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay09:41 - Diego Rodriguez Q&A10:20 - Jim Zub vs. Kurt Busiek; Comparing Preludes and ‘Rumours’14:13 - Conclusion/Review15:42 - Outro
Conan Action Figure! Conan Video Game! Black Stone and FanExpo! Stygian Dogs 2024-08-14 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!I've returned from the north, where the sorcery of the internet retreats...but now I need a Conan Catch-Up.A SDCC Round-up, 'Conan the Barbarian' Roblox news, 'Battle of the Black Stone' comic event, ACTION FIGURE(!) and a quick look at who among Conan's Compatriots will be attendingFanExpo Canada in Toronto.Interview with Jim Zub here! (My apologies, I referenced it as a video interview in my update.) conan.com/a-chat-with-jim-zub-about-the-mayhem-and-madness-of-the-battle-of-the-black-stoneFCBD 2024 'Conan: Battle of the Black Stone' available here: media.titan-comics.com/uploads/conanfcbd2024.pdf‘El Borak and Other Desert Adventures’ by Robert E. Howardamzn.to/3X3IhM2('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above Amazon link. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:18 - SDCC Round-Up - San Diego Comicon00:39 - Heroic Legends Series00:49 - Savage Sword of Conan - Extended! Roy Thoms and Rob De La Torre01:11 - Jim Zub committed!01:31 - Action Figure02:17 - ‘Battle of the Black Stone’ check-list and more!03:19 - Max von Fafner Cover…Patch Zircher and De La Torre!04:00 - ‘Conan: Hoarder Slayer’ - Roblox video game04:37 - Conan’s Compatriots at FanExpo Canada
Battle of the Mists! ULTIMATE comparison of a ‘Conan the Barbarian classic! 1980 vs. 1976! Stygian Dogs 2024-08-02 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! Behold my nerdiest project to date!Presenting THE definitive comparison of two closely related ‘Conan the Barbarian’ comics:It’s ‘Crawler in the Mist!’ (1980) vs. ‘The Crawler in the Mists!’ (1976).Issue #116 of Marvel Comics' 'Conan the Barbarian' (1980) uses ALL of the interior illustrations from the Power Records #PR-31 comic book (1976), with Len Wein’s original text and story adapted by J.M. DeMatteis.Just how different are these two books? Well, you’re going to find out!Featuring work from:Neal AdamsJohn BuscemaLen WeinJ.M. DeMatteisdiversionsofthegroovykind.blogspot.com/2011/08/grooves-faves-crawler-in-mists-by-wein.html?m=1artnet.com/artists/neal-adams/neal-adams-conan-the-barbarian-pr-31-the-crawler-5CAIshnAgwavjRltri4zJQ2comics.ha.com/itm/original-comic-art/covers/john-buscema-and-neal-adams-conan-the-barbarian-116-cover-original-art-marvel-1980-/a/7169-91070.scomics.org/issue/271762comics.org/issue/34840kleinletters.com/Blog/coloring-comics-old-schoolen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crusty_Bunkersmarvel.fandom.com/wiki/Conan_the_Barbarian_Vol_1_116marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Conan_the_Barbarian_Vol_1_12marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Conan_the_Barbarian_Vol_1_13And this from @garybthecasualcomicguy5136 :youtu.be/PLVJt6XYSDw?si=MJvyqAqS-daVTz4400:00 - Intro00:58 - Overview of Source Materials02:51 - How the Comparison Will Work04:12 - The Comparison20:41 - Analysis and Summary20:45 - Title and Credit Differences21:36 - Colour Differences23:09 - Text Differences25:42 - Story Element Changes25:45 - Location and Setting28:06 - Plot Enhancements29:25 - Character Changes - M'NAJJ and His Companion31:05 - Acknowledgments and Comments33:50 - Outro
Unboxing my new Mezco Toyz ONE:12 Collective ‘King Conan’! Plus we read from Roy Thomas. Stygian Dogs 2024-07-28 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!I ‘Unbox’ my new Mezco Toyz ONE:12 Collective ‘King Conan’! Plus we read from Roy Thomas’ ‘Barbarian Life, Vol. 3 - A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian’.Man, this Action Figure is awesome. ‘Barbarian Life, Vol. 3’ by Roy Thomasamzn.to/3SpKmiu‘Barbarian Life, Vol. 2’ by Roy Thomasamzn.to/3yh4bSg‘Barbarian Life, Vol. 1’ by Roy Thomasamzn.to/4d4gz7h('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Preview00:11 - Intro00:30 - Unboxing14:05 - Outro
Review of Issue #13 of Conan the Barbarian! A new year begins! Stygian Dogs 2024-07-26 | Review of Issue #13 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Frozen Faith, Part 1: Cold Comfort’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! And will there be news from San Diego Comicon? #SDCC2024 youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim ZubArt: Doug BraithwaiteColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCOVER A: Dan PanosianCOVER B: Amanda ConnorCOVER C: Doug BraithwaiteCOVER D: Gil AgudinCOVER E: Greg BroadmoreCOVER F: Giada Marchisio‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:25 - Covers00:51 - Overview/Review07:27 - Jeffrey Shanks Essays09:45 - Conclusion12:28 - Outro
NEW Conan the Barbarian Trade Paperback! PLUS An Early Review of Issue #13! Stygian Dogs 2024-07-18 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!We take a look at the recently released 'Conan the Barbarian - Thrice Marked for Death' Trade Paperback.This collects issues #5, #6, #7 and #8 of 'Conan the Barbarian' from @titancomics7765 and @heroicsignatures . It's a must-have collection featuring the work of @JimZub Doug Braithwaite and Diego Rodriguez.PLUS An early Review of Issue #13 of 'Conan the Barbarian' and the return of Doug Braithwaite in 'Frozen Faith Part 1 - Cold Comfort'Amazon Links:‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3uA4iGEThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4bDT8RQ('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:49 - Overview01:46 - Early Review of Issue #13 04:09 - Overview Continued06:09 - Summary07:16 - SDCC07:53 - Outro
The Savage Sword of Conan Issue #3! Conan vs. Werewolves! City of the Dead! Stygian Dogs 2024-07-11 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's here! Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics presents Issue #3 of 'The Savage Sword of Conan'. A new 'Conan the Barbarian' feature from Frank Tieri and Cary Nord. An excerpt from John C. Hocking’s ‘Conan - City of the Dead’. Plus Part 3 of Patch Zircher’s 'Solomon Kane' story!The G.W. Thomas essay, ‘Conan vs. Werewolves’. An amazing resource.darkworldsquarterly.gwthomas.org/conan-vs-werewolvesCheck out Jim Zub’s presentation of his Battle Poem -Call Thee To Crom - War Poem from Savage Sword of Conan #3Featuring the work of Frank Tieri, Cary Nord, Alex Horley, John C. Hocking, Alan Quah, Patch Zircher, Jim Zub and Roberto De La Torre.! This is retro goodness you need in your life!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Amazon Links:‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3uA4iGEThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4bDT8RQ('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:29 - Covers01:02 - Opening the Book01:38 - Table of Contents02:31 - Alex Horley pin-up. Kull.02:39 - ‘Conan: Wolves of the Tundra’03:28 - Conan vs. Werewolves04:37 - John C. Hocking - Excerpt and Biography06:52 - 'Master of the Hunt, Part 3' by Patch Zircher07:40 - Jim Zub Battle Poem, ‘Call Thee to Crom’08:46 - ‘Conan: Lure of the Pit Creature’09:49 - Back Cover10:28 - Conclusion11:18 - Outro
Review of Issue #12 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! The Final Issue?! Stygian Dogs 2024-07-04 | Review of Issue #12 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'The Age Unconquered, Part 4: Terror Undreamed Of!’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim ZubLine Art: Roberto De La TorreColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCOVER A: Jeffrey Allen LoveCOVER B: Stuart SaygerCOVER C: Greg Broadmore‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:54 - Issue #11 recap01:29 - Covers01:53 - Overview/Review09:22 - Jeffrey Shanks Essays11:15 - Conclusion14:12 - Outro
MUST-HAVE MAP!! Plus REH and Conan surprises in the mail! Stygian Dogs 2024-06-28 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!I’m “Unboxing” a 'Map of The Hyborian Age’! (Conan the Barbarian's guide to travel in an age undreamed of.)And @HobbiesofaMan is the best! Look at what the gentleman sent me from his visit to ‘Howard Days 2024'. (Thanks Dog Brother!)Some links:Everyone should become a member of the REH Foundation - or otherwise contribute:rehfoundation.org‘Howard Days’ Blog:http://www.howarddays.comDig the poster here:conan.com/product/hyborian-age-poster
New Novel! Conan Skateboards! Issue #12 Preview and more!!! Stygian Dogs 2024-06-19 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's been a while since we've had a proper 'Conan Catch-Up'.A preview of 'Conan the Barbarian' Issue #12!New covers for 'Battle of the Black Stone' Issue #1!What's in the box?! Might it be the new novel from John C. Hocking, 'Conan - City of the Dead'?amzn.to/3JyqJA4Paradis Skateboards - Roberto De La Torre Triptychparadisskateshop.com/products/tabla-paradis-x-conan-tripticoRobin's Blog - REH, Conan and more!hyborianreviews.wordpress.com/2024/06/17/why-you-should-read-conan-city-of-the-deadBe sure to check out Robin's collaboration with Crom's child @tennesseefats!!!('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above Amazon link. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:13 - Preview of Issue #12 of 'Conan the Barbarian'00:56 - Issue #12 Covers01:46 - Roberto De La Torre Skateboard Triptych02:28 - 'Battle of the Black Stone' #1 Covers03:03 - Let's Open the Box - 'Conan - City of the Dead'03:46 - "Why You Should Read 'Conan - City of the Dead'" by Robin04:55 - Outro
Jeff Shanks! Nemedian Scholar and Conans Compatriot! Stygian Dogs 2024-06-03 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!What follows is a conversation that I’d been greatly anticipating. And with ‘Howard Days’ just around the corner, it was all the more auspicious.If you’re a regular reader of the monthly ‘Conan the Barbarian' series from Titan Comics and Heroic Signatures - or watch my reviews of the aforementioned - you’ll be well aware of Jeffrey Shanks, whose essays have appeared in each issue of the series, including the two Free Comic Book Day issues. It’s my observation that - especially early in the series relaunch - Shanks’ essays did a lot to fortify Jim Zub’s bold creative choices, adding context and rationale to the story-telling. To me, they’re a must read, full of excellent reference information, while being especially welcoming to those who are newer to Conan and Robert E . Howard.We start by talking about Jeff’s day job as an archeologist, his journey into Howard scholarship and his relationship with Heroic Signatures - one that will now include Comic Writing credits in 'The Savage Sword of Conan' #4. We go deep into Howard Days…veer into the world of early fanzines, he tells us about the Holy Grail for Howard collectors, his archeological dig at the Howard House - and SO MUCH MORE!I hope you enjoy this conversation with Conan Compatriot - and Nemedian Scholar - Jeffrey Shanks!@HobbiesofaMan @elegos7609 00:00 - Intro01:39 - Jeff's Day Job03:24 - 'Come to Conan' - Power Records vinyl, Books, Movie08:48 - Issue #11 and the 'Atlantean Sword'09:34 - Howard Purist Movement and the Current State12:10 - Howard Scholarship and 'Heroic Signatures'21:28 - Viewer Question for Jeff - who contributed what?29:05 - Howard Days35:45 - Wares...what will you be selling and looking to procure? 40:31 - Grail for Howard Collectors43:21 - Archaeology on Howard Property49:40 - SSoC 4 Comic Writing Debut/Conrad and Kirowan/Howard's Lovecraftian Stories53:56 - Challenges of writing a comic script01:07:18 - Outro
Conan the Barbarian stories on vinyl! Power Records #8180 Stygian Dogs 2024-05-31 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! One of the great things about being a kid of the '70s was storybook vinyl - and listening to this invoked a great deal of nostalgia. Released in 1976, and Inviting you to ‘Hear 4 Exciting New Stories’, the ‘Conan the Barbarian’ LP is listed as #8180 from Power Records, a division of Peter Pan Industries.Four stories are presented, 2 per side:Side A - ‘The Jewel of the Ages’ and ‘Shadow of the Stolen City’Side B - ‘The Thunder Dust’ and ‘The Crawler in the Mists’ (the latter story written by Len Wein)Front and Rear Cover Art by Neal Adams.Join me as I share what little details I could find, followed by a full play-through, as I archive this classic.And then join me for a crazy deep-dive into 'The Crawler in the Mists', coming in a few days!00:00 - Intro00:12 - Overview and History03:32 - Side A03:45 - 'The Jewel of the Ages'16:22 - 'Shadow of the Stolen City'31:02 - Side B31:23 - 'The Thunder Dust'43:13 - 'The Crawler in the Mists'58:18 - Outro
Review of Issue #11 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! What?! Now THATS a surprise! Stygian Dogs 2024-05-23 | NO SPOILERS in the 'Conclusion'!!! SKIP AHEAD!!! Review of Issue #11 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'The Age Unconquered, Part 3: Call From the Depths’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Story: Jim ZubLine Art: Roberto De La TorreColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings and Tyler SmithCOVER A: Alex HorleyCOVER B: Richard PaceCOVER C: Sean GallowayEssay - ‘What Happened to O?’ by Gabe Rivin (from ‘The Paris Review’)theparisreview.org/blog/2015/08/27/what-happened-to-o‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:50 - Issue #10 recap01:32 - Covers01:48 - Overview07:42 - Jeffrey Shanks Essays10:23 - Conclusion14:57 - Outro
Review of Conan - Battle of the Black Stone’! Free Comic Book Day 2024! Stygian Dogs 2024-05-05 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A look at the Free Comic Book Day 2024 ‘Conan - Battle of the Black Stone’ from Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics. Available HERE: media.titan-comics.com/uploads/conanfcbd2024.pdfIn this prelude to the epic ‘Battle of the Black Stone’ mini-series (coming in September), we’re introduced to the cast of Robert E. Howard characters that will make appearances.‘The Savage Sword of Conan’ Issue #4 will also introduce the story and it’s characters!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Jim Zub - WriterJonas Scharf - ArtistJoao Canola - Colour ArtistRoberto De La Torre - CoverAmazon Links:‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEO('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)SPOILER - The cast of characters appear to include:Conan the BarbarianBrissaJames AllisonDark Agnes de ChastillonSolomon KaneEl BorakJohn ConradJohn Kirowan00:00 - Intro00:22 - Free Comic Book Day Acquisitions00:40 - Battle of the Black Stone00:50 - My Guesses and Last Year’s Issue02:42 - Review of the Issue07:25 - How Did My Guesses Work Out?08:08 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay10:10 - John C. Hocking - ‘Conan: City of the Dead’10:30 - Doug Braithwaite ‘Issue #13’ Art Preview 10:53 - Back Cover/Savage Sword of Conan11:06 - Summary11:39 - Outro
The Savage Sword of Conan Issue #2! Jim Zub’s BEST Conan story! Stygian Dogs 2024-05-01 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's here! Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics presents Issue #2 of 'The Savage Sword of Conan'. A new 'Conan the Barbarian' story from Jim Zub and Richard Pace…and man, is it ever good! Plus Part 2 of Patch Zircher’s 'Solomon Kane' story!Featuring the work of Jim Zub, Richard Pace, Patrick Zircher, Dave Dorman, Nick Marinkovich, Gerardo Zaffino and more! This is retro goodness you need in your life!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Amazon Links:‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:54 - Covers01:54 - Opening the Book02:18 - Nemedian Chronicles/Francesca Baerald's 'Map of the Hyborian Age'02:36 - Table of Contents02:58 - Rafael Kayanan pin-up03:02 - ‘Leaving the Garden’ by Jim Zub and Richard Pace04:13 - Gerardo Zaffino pin-up04:18 - Chainmail04:20 - 'Master of the Hunt, Part 1' by Patch Zircher04:53 - Nick Marinkovich pin-up05:14 - Back Cover05:39 - Conclusion07:53 - Outro
Lo-Fi - Bro-Tube Top-10 Movie Challenge! Historical Dramas! Stygian Dogs 2024-04-26 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! It's a ‘Lo-Fi' look at the ‘BroTube Top 10 Movie Challenge'. This time the theme is Historical Dramas.I’ve cobbled together my list. Be sure to watch for videos from @GrammaticusBooks @occultdetective @michaelk.vaughan8617 @saintdonoghue@vintagesf @MysteryandMayhem-gr7nn and others!00:00 - Intro02:35 - Number 1003:05 - Number 903:37 - Number 804:09 - Number 704:45 - Number 605:03 - Number 506:45 - Number 407:15 - Number 307:45 - Number 208:15 - Number 109:26 - Top 10 Summarized
Review of Issue #10 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! King Kull joins the quest! Stygian Dogs 2024-04-24 | Review of Issue #10 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'The Age Unconquered, Part 2: Far Shores and Fearless Men’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Story: Jim ZubLine Art: Roberto De La TorreColors: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkingsyoutube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1COVER A: Alan QuahCOVER B: E.M. GistCOVER C: Roberto De La TorreCOVER D: David Aja‘Conan - City of the Dead’ by John C. Hockingamzn.to/3JyqJA4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:36 - Recap01:12 - Covers01:33 - Overview07:40 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay09:17 - Conclusion12:12 - Outro
Interview with Conans Compatriot Jim Zub! EXCLUSIVE Savage Sword News! (Part 2 of 2) Stygian Dogs 2024-04-10 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! Welcome to Part 2 of 'Conan's Compatriots and my conversation with Jim Zub. Jim shares details on Free Comic Book Day and the 'Battle of the Black Stone' event, issues 13 to 16, some EXCLUSIVE news on issue #4 of 'The Savage Sword of Conan', Garycon and so much more. I also try to solve the 'Mystery of Matt. Murray' on behalf of Steven Orr from @hithercameconan I hope that you enjoyed this two part presentation of Conan's Compatriots and a sincere thank you to Jim Zub for the generosity of his time. Be sure to check Jim's work in Conan and elsewhere. I'm especially excited to see what he has for us in Issue #2 of Savage Sword of Conan (releasing May 1st), not to mention issue 10 of the ongoing series coming to us on April 24th. If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to check out the series of episodes with author Brian D Anderson and the legendary Steve Saffel. Thanks for watching, liking, consider subscribing and until next time, take it easy you Stygian Dogs!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Teaser00:30 - Intro00:50 - Free Comic Book Day and the 'Battle of the Black Stone'06:50 - Issues 13 to 16 and Doug Braithwaite11:10 - Diego Rodriguez13:52 - 'The Savage Sword of Conan' Issue 4 EXCLUSIVE News!14:44 - Garycon20:18 - "Is it any good?"26:38 - Teaching28:54 - 'Hither Came Conan's Burning Question'33:21 - Endless Lovefest35:41 - Thanks and Outro
Interview with Conans Compatriot Jim Zub! Defying Expectations. (Part 1 of 2) Stygian Dogs 2024-04-10 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! Welcome to another instalment of Conan's compatriots. I'm very pleased to present a conversation in two parts with the one and only Jim Zub. Jim is the writer of the critically acclaimed monthly comic book series Conan the Barbarian from Titan comics and Heroic Signatures. Something that stands out in this conversation is Zub’s gratitude and enthusiasm - not to mention a possibly super-human work-ethicHere in Part 1 we speak about Howard Days, fearlessly pitching for the gig, his work at marvel, 'The Savage sword of Conan' - including his recent prose story and a new Battle Poem that will be appearing in issue #3, plus so much more. And trust me - you won't want to miss Part 2, where we get into what to expect from Free Comic Book Day and the Battle of the Black Stone mini-series event, issues 13 to 16, and some EXCLUSIVE details on issue #4 of The Savage Sword of Conan. Before all of that, we get into things by chatting about the busy convention circuit…youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Teaser00:23 - Intro01:17 - Convention Circuit03:43 - Howard Days07:47 - Team Work11:02 - Fearlessly Pitching the Gig14:32 - Success of the Relaunch16:55 - Conan’s Continuing Appeal20:50 - ‘Come to Conan’ Story22:29 - Conan Movie24:55 - The Savage Sword of Conan26:15 - Prose Story30:21 - Battle Poem31:50 - Defying Expectations32:20 - Conan at Marvel37:25 - Lettering as the Invisible Art Form39:00 - Outro and Sneak Peek
Lo-Fi Easter Monday - Why I wont be watching 3 Body Problem, March Reads and April Plans Stygian Dogs 2024-04-02 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's a Lo-Fi Easter Monday and I share my March reads and April 'to-be-read' list. Also...why I won't be watching '3 Body Problem', Netflix's adaptation of 'The Three Body Problem' by Cixin Liu.As usual, take a drink whenever you hear the word 'fantastic'! :-DAmazon Links:Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead - Tom Stoppard (Play)amzn.to/4auhsEyRosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Deadamzn.to/4aEzGmU (Movie)Roadside Picnic - Boris and Arkady Strugatskyamzn.to/3PIqQwgConan the Barbarian: The Official Motion Picture Adaptation by L. Sprague de Camp and Lin Cateramzn.to/43M0cZoA Chorus of Fire by Brian D. Andersonamzn.to/3VCYQxXRed Mane & The Scorpion's Kiss by Brendon J. Jacobsamzn.to/3VMluUzThe Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jonesamzn.to/49r7jr3The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liuamzn.to/4aGwUh1My Heart Is a Chainsawamzn.to/3xiQSzPDon't Fear the Reaperamzn.to/49fXAUEThe Angel of Indian Lakeamzn.to/43FGdePTarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughsamzn.to/4cJ2blk('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Review of Issue #9 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! Roberto De La Torre returns! Stygian Dogs 2024-03-28 | SPOILERS!!! Review of Issue #9 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'The Age Unconquered, Part I: Suffer Not the King of Wonders’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Featuring the return of artist Roberto De La Torre! Buy this comic!!!!! youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Writer: Jim Zub Art: Roberto De La TorreColours: Dean WhiteLetters: Richard Starkings Cover A: Mike DeodatoEditor: Chris ButeraConsulting Editor: Matt MurrayCover B: Erik GistCover C: Roberto De La TorreCover D: Chris MorenoUnannounced Map Wrap: Francesca BaeraldAmazon Links:(US$)Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bvWIh2The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3UstiKBConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1 amzn.to/4bs8hps('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:31 - Recap01:06 - Covers01:36 - Overview09:54 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay10:57 - Conclusion13:26 - Outro
Lo-Fi Sunday - ‘Bro-Tube’ Top Ten Sword and Sorcery Stygian Dogs 2024-03-25 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! It's 'Lo-Fi Sunday'!My Top 10 Sword & Sorcery movies after thinking about the selections from @GrammaticusBooks @michaelk.vaughan8617 and @saintdonoghue Skip to 18:40 for ramble-free final countdown. 😄Update - make sure to check out the excellent list from @occultdetective As for mine, no deep thoughts…just my selections. And really…there are so many greats.00:00 - Intro18:40 - Final Countdown / Conclusion
Hyborian Hyperbole - Fafners Conan the Barbarian AI and a Luciferian Conspiracy! Stygian Dogs 2024-03-21 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! Minor thoughts on the idea that Max von Fafner's 'The Savage Sword of Conan' story ('Conan and the Dragon Horde') is a product of Artificial Intelligence, and an irreverent look at some publishing mistakes...er, conspiracies - as we wait for Roberto De La Torre's return to 'Conan the Barbarian' next week, March 27th. Fafner's url: www.maxvonfafner.comEl Espia De Cesar ('Caesar's Spy'):cartemcomics.com/p/el-espia-de-cesar00:00 - Intro01:35 - Savage Sword thoughts02:32 - Max von Fafner AI04:26 - Conspiracies...I mean, mistakes06:01 - Outro
Review of Issue #8 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! Damnit Jim! Stygian Dogs 2024-02-29 | SPOILERS!!! Review of Issue #8 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Thrice Marked for Death: Part IV - Sacrifice’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Featuring artist Doug Braithwaite! Buy this comic!!!!! youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Writer: Jim Zub Art: Doug BraithwaiteColours: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings Cover Art: Alex HorleyEditor: Chris ButeraConsulting Editor: Matt MurrayAmazon Links:(US$)Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bvWIh2The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3UstiKBConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1 amzn.to/4bs8hpsConan: The Shadow of Vengeanceamzn.to/3uxCbrxBêlit: Shipwreckedamzn.to/3SuuD0J('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:45 - Covers01:00 - Zircher's Tetraptych or Quadtriptych?01:23 - Overview06:49 - Jeffrey Shanks Essay07:33 - Covers Gallery07:38 - Back Cover07:42 - Conclusion/Thoughts on Braithwaite's 'Conan'11:02 - Outro
Its Here! The Savage Sword of Conan Issue #1! A Stygian Dogs review! Stygian Dogs 2024-02-29 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!It's here! Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics presents Issue #1 of 'The Savage Sword of Conan'. New 'Conan the Barbarian' and 'Solomon Kane' stories!Featuring the work of John Arcudi, Max von Fafner, Patrick Zircher, Jim Zub and more! A special introduction from Roy Thomas!This is retro goodness you need in your life!youtube.com/@StygianDogs?sub_confirmation=1Amazon Links:Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6Conan the Barbarian: The Official Story of the Filmamzn.to/4bSkDHNConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3uA4iGEThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4bDT8RQSolomon Kane Original Marvel Years Omnibusamzn.to/3wBorNl('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)コナン・ザ・グレート00:00 - Intro00:23 - Covers01:08 - Opening the Book01:21 - Table of Contents01:45 - Roy Thomas01:50 - Roberto De La Torre pin-up01:53 - Francesca Baerald's 'Map of the Hyborian Age'01:57 - Rebeca Puebla pin-up02:27 - 'Conan and the Dragon Horde' by John Arcudi & Max von Fafner04:05 - 'The Road of Kings' by Robert E. Howard04:55 - 'Sacrifice in the Sand' by Jim Zub06:00 - 'Master of the Hunt, Part 1' by Patch Zircher07:35 - '"Men Shall Die for This!" - Robert E. Howard and the vengeance of Solomon Kane' by Jeffrey Shanks08:25 - Howard Chaykin pin-up08:30 - Covers Gallery08:47 - Back Cover09:04 - Conclusion10:58 - Outro
NEW Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone, Volume 1 Trade Paperback! Stygian Dogs 2024-02-15 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!We take a look at the NEW 'Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone, Volume 1' Trade Paperback from Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics.This collects the Free Comic Book Day 2023 Issue 0 and Issues #1 to #4 of the 'Conan the Barbarian' monthly series.Story by Jim ZubArt by Roberto De La TorreColours by Joe Villrrubia and Dean WhiteLetters by Richard Starkings of ComicraftMap by Francesca BaeraldEditor Matt. MurrayEssays from Jeffrey ShanksAmazon Links:Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bwFjEOConan the Barbarian: The Official Story of the Filmamzn.to/4bSkDHNConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3uA4iGEThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/4bDT8RQConan the Barbarian: Thrice Marked for Deathamzn.to/3up93D6('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:43 - Overview06:40 - Summary07:43 - Outro
Review of Issue #7 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! Conan meets his DOOM?! Stygian Dogs 2024-02-08 | SPOILERS!!! Review of Issue #7 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Thrice Marked for Death: Part III - Haunted’ from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Featuring artist Doug Braithwaite! Buy this comic!!!!! Writer: Jim Zub Art: Doug BraithwaiteColours: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings Cover Art: Alex HorleyEditor: Chris ButeraConsulting Editor: Matt MurrayAmazon Links:(US$)Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/4bvWIh2The Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3UstiKBConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1 amzn.to/4bs8hpsConan: The Shadow of Vengeanceamzn.to/3uxCbrxBêlit: Shipwreckedamzn.to/3SuuD0J(CDN$)Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1amzn.to/3SSClmZThe Savage Sword of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1amzn.to/3HSl0EkConan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.1 amzn.to/3UPTE9JConan: The Shadow of Vengeanceamzn.to/3OzNiHoBêlit: Shipwreckedamzn.to/3SNyHL0('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:11 - Covers00:37 - Review07:44 - Conclusion09:08 - Savage Sword and Books Updates/Outro
RUSH Bassist Reveals All! - ‘My Effin’ Life’ by Geddy Lee Stygian Dogs 2024-02-02 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! We take a look at ‘My Effin’ Life’ by Geddy Lee.It's a great effin’ memoir by one of the greatest effin’ bassists to walk this earth! The book was written with Daniel Richler and is packed full of memories and stories about Geddy Lee’s life both with and without Rush. The LERXST Limited Edition (Alex Lifeson Signature Guitar from Godin)godinguitars.com/product/lerxst-limelight-cream-w-vega-tremGodin makes excellent instruments!!!My Effin’ LifeUSamzn.to/42rGWPTCDNamzn.to/3SLlaUlGeddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of BassUSamzn.to/3UmrO4BCDNamzn.to/48YDrDf('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:44 - Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass01:10 - 'My Effin; Life' Overview01:49 - Daniel Richler; 'Imprint' and 'Prisoners of Gravity'02:25 - Prologue and Early Chapters 02:53 - Chapter 3 a 'Triumph of Personal History'03:23 - Onwards!03:55 - Listen to their 'Discography'!04:26 - General Thoughts06:36 - 'LERXST' Alex Lifeson Limited Edition Signature Guitar from Godin Guitars 06:55 - Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?
5 books that came my way in 2023! Yes...Conan too! Stygian Dogs 2024-01-23 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A selection of 5 books that came my way in 2023! These aren’t necessarily books that were published in 2023 and they may not even be the best books I read during the year…but they are all titles that brought me particular satisfaction, two of them as a matter of anticipation, and the others marked by complete serendipity.‘Conan: Blood of the Serpent’ by S.M. Stirling -amzn.to/4b9nsU9‘Project Hail Mary’ by Andy Weir - amzn.to/3Oe9h6p‘Leviathan Falls’ by James S.A. Corey - amzn.to/42cow5V‘Hammer of the Dogs’ by Jarret Keene -amzn.to/427GiHjJarret Keene in ‘Tallahassee Magazine’ -issuu.com/rowlandpublishing/docs/24tmjf_linked/72‘The Bard’s Blade’ by Brian D. Anderson -amzn.to/3UaFJdIWhen reflecting on the past year, each title readily comes to mind and conjures a vivid memory of time and place (and enjoyment) as I was reading. This is always a bonus…one of those ineffable things that WE bring to an author’s work and adds to the art that they’re giving us - a unique reciprocity and I guess, and part of the reason we love reading. Also mentioned in video:‘Conan: Lord of the Mount’ by Stephen Graham Jones -amzn.to/492YtQx‘Conan: The Child’ by Brian D. Anderson - amzn.to/496OOIK‘The Martian’ by Andy Weir - amzn.to/3UcFMpI‘The Killers: Destiny is Calling Me’ by Jarret Keene - amzn.to/3U7vWoX‘A Chorus of Fire’ by Brian D. Anderson - amzn.to/482yEQ1‘The Sword’s Elegy’ by Brian D. Anderson -amzn.to/4970lry('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:44 - 'Conan: Blood of the Serpent' by S.M. Stirling02:28 - 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir03:32 - 'Leviathan Falls' by James S.A. Corey04:04 - 'Hammer of the Dogs' by Jarret Keene06:19 - 'The Bard's Blade' by Brian D. Anderson07:23 - Outro
1978 Paperback Conan the Barbarian comics from Ace/Tempo Books. PLUS SSoC and Joe Jusko Giveaway! Stygian Dogs 2024-01-19 | Hey you Stygian Dogs!A fun used bookstore find -'Stan Lee presents, Volume 1 - Conan the Barbarian by Roy Thomas and Barry Smith' from 1978, published by Ace/Tempo Books.PLUS a quick look at Dave Dorman's awesome cover of Issue #2 of 'Savage Sword of Conan' AND a Joe Jusko giveaway from @HobbiesofaMan! Check out his video below:JOE JUSKO'S 'ART OF EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS' -youtu.be/RjoaTYwCXTk?si=q_SO1GRqwT-pRhomMake sure you buy 'Savage Sword of Conan'!!! It's an absolute gift to fans and we need to support Heroic Signatures for the respect they're showing us!00:00 - Intro00:22 - Spine00:33 - Front Cover00:51 - Back Cover01:35 - Issues 4 & 5 Trivia01:50 - Title Page02:16 - PREFACE by Stan Lee (and page flip)03:47 - INTRODUCTION by Roy Thomas06:30 - Wonderful Colours and a look at the Comic Title Pages08:16 - Summary08:54 - Savage Sword of Conan Update09:12 - @HobbiesofaMan Joe Jusko Giveaway!09:24 - Outro
Review of Issue #6 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! Best Bêlit in decades! Stygian Dogs 2024-01-04 | SPOILERS!!! Review of Issue #6 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic 'Thrice Marked for Death: Part II - The Cursed' from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Featuring the debut of artist Doug Braithwaite! Buy this comic!!!!! Writer: Jim Zub Art: Doug BraithwaiteColours: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings Cover Art: Mike DeodatoEditor: Matt MurrayAmazon links:(US $)'Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone' by Jim Zub: amzn.to/3uQgS4i(CDN $)'Conan the Barbarian: Bound in Black Stone' by Jim Zub: amzn.to/3Tnqkqb('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Intro00:13 - Covers01:01 - Review07:21 - Savage Sword of Conan08:32 - Conclusion10:34 - Outro
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Stygian Dogs 2023-12-24 | Hey you Stygian Dogs! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you for your support and may your days be full of mirth!
Part 6 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - Dave Gemmell and Stan Lee. Stygian Dogs 2023-12-16 | In this, the final part of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson, we hear more about Steve’s freelance work as an editor and the Heroic Legends Series from Titan Books.Steve and Brian also share stories about writers Mercedes Lackey, Anne McCaffrey, Terry Brooks, Tony Isabella - and a particularly special anecdote about David Gemmel and Stan Lee.I hope you enjoy Part 6 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.--------------------------------------I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 6 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Part 5 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - Seeing Ourselves Stygian Dogs 2023-12-16 | Welcome to Part 5 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.In this segment, topics include cultural representation and diversity - with ‘Alien’ author Alex White and the ‘Expanse’ series as examples of doing it right.We talk about Brian’s ‘The Bard’s Blade’ and ‘Conan: The child’ (releasing December 26th from Titan Books) Steve and Brian also speak about pleasing the ‘Conan’ reader (You can’t please everyone!) and lastly, seeing ourselves in the protagonist. ________________________I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 5 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Part 4 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - The Movie and Solomon Kane Stygian Dogs 2023-12-14 | In this, Part 4 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson, we spend a lot of time talking about the ‘Conan the Barbarian’ film, the Heroic Legends Series and dealing with editing notes from Heroic Signatures. Steve discusses Michael Moorcock’s notion of the ‘Eternal Champion’ and the topic of conversation moves on to Solomon Kane. I think you’ll enjoy this one!________________I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 4 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Part 3 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - Hyborian Age Opportunities Stygian Dogs 2023-12-14 | This, Part 3 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson, may be my favourite in the series. We look at balancing fan expectations and the opportunities that the Hyborian Age gives us in helping to develop Conan as a character.Religion and culture are discussed and we see Steve work with Brian’s ideas in real time - and we hear about Steve’s documentarian grandparents and their connection to Joseph Campbell’s ‘The Power of Myth’.And finally, Steve and Brian speak about Steve (S.M.) Stirling and his Conan novel ‘Blood of the Serpent’. I know you’ll enjoy this episode!Also, don’t forget to check out Brian D. Anderson’s ‘Conan: The Child’ releasing December 26th from Titan Books.—---------------------------------I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 3 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Part 2 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - Weird Tales and comics! Stygian Dogs 2023-12-13 | In this, Part 2 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson, we talk about Weird Tales and the appeal of Regular short stories, the reality of diminishing comic book and mass market paperback sales. And Steve and Brian share their first encounters with Conan - That and so much more.______________________________I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 2 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)
Part 1 of 6 - ‘Conan’s Compatriots: Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson’ - Robert E. Howard and more! Stygian Dogs 2023-12-13 | I’m very excited to share something new with all of you. Brian D. Anderson, author of ‘The Godling Chronicles’, ‘The Sorcerer’s Song’ trilogy (‘The Bard’s Blade’, ‘A Chorus of Fire’ and ‘The Swords Elegy’), the co-writer of the Akiri series (with Steven Savile) and author of the forthcoming ‘Conan: The Child’ from Titan Books (releasing December 26th) reached out to me and said, “Hey, why don’t we have a chat with Steve Saffel. He’s got lots of great stories.”Umm…sign me up! Steve Saffel is a writer, legendary editor and mentor with years of knowledge and experience. As you’ll hear, he spearheaded the Robert E. Howard publishing program at Del Ray Books and - prior to moving freelance to mentor independent authors - he was senior acquisitions editor with Titan Books working with Heroic Signatures on the Howard properties, including S.M. Stirling’s ‘The Blood of the Serpent’ and the Heroic Legends short stories currently seeing monthly release from Titan Books.In a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation lasting over two-hours, Brian and Steve talk about all things Conan, Robert E. Howard, writing, editing, and publishing, with so many personal anecdotes and the wisdom that only years of experience can grant.And, well, when you’re a guy like me - in this situation…you’re best to just sit back and listen. And I’ll extend that opportunity to all of you as I present that complete conversation in a series of 6 shorter episodes.So join me as we listen in on Part 1 of a conversation with ‘Conan’s Compatriots’ Steve Saffel and Brian D. Anderson.Links on Steve Saffe -books.google.ca/books/about/Spider_man_the_Icon.html?id=uoRnBAAACAAJ&source=kp_author_description&redir_esc=yeliotrbrown.com/wp/steve-saffel-an-interview-from-behind-the-universeliteraryagentmarkgottlieb.com/blog/science-fiction-fantasy-editor-and-author-steve-saffelLinks on Brian D. Anderson - briandanderson.comfuseliterary.com/an-interview-with-brian-d-andersonfamouswritingroutines.com/interviews/interview-with-brian-d-andersonBooks by Brian D. Anderson -(US $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3TmYzxP‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3RlLIJL‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/46UZOrk‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/46XFIwL‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3uU8i4B‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/48cGdnn(CDN $ Links)‘The Godling Chronicles’: amzn.to/3uSf1fj‘The Bard’s Blade’: amzn.to/3uYrbn9‘A Chorus of Fire’: amzn.to/3TtLzGG‘The Sword’s Elegy’: amzn.to/48bM3FI‘Akiri’ (with Steven Savile): amzn.to/3Rha6fD‘Conan: The Child’: amzn.to/3tebqI4('Stygian Dogs' may earn money when readers purchase items via the above links. It helps to support and grow our channel. Thanks!)00:00 - Teaser00:20 - Intro01:42 - Welcome02:32 - Robert E. Howard Properties at Del Ray and Titan Books13:40 - Original Edgar Rice Burroughs Manuscripts - 'Tarzan of the Apes' and 'Under the Moons of Mars' and writing without Word Processing23:27 - Outro
Review of Caravan of the Damned’ by Chuck Dixon. This is ‘Chuck Dixon’s Conan #2’! Stygian Dogs 2023-12-04 | ...
Review of Issue #5 of the new Conan the Barbarian comic! Featuring the debut of Doug Braithwaite! Stygian Dogs 2023-11-29 | SPOILERS!!! 'Review' of Issue #5 of the new 'Conan the Barbarian' comic from @ComicsTitan and Heroic Signatures! Featuring the debut of artist Doug Braithwaite! Buy this comic!!!!! Writer: Jim Zub Art: Doug BraithwaiteColours: Diego RodriguezLetters: Richard Starkings Cover Art: Mike DeodatoEditor: Matt MurrayPLUS, check out the crowdfunding campaign for ‘Conan the Barbarian - Colossal Edition’ from designer Ian Chalgren:zoop.gg/c/conan?utm_source=Zoop&utm_campaign=81092fb291-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_11_08_conan&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-81092fb291-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5DAnd don’t forgot to look into the ‘King Conan’ pre-order from Mezco Toyz:mezcotoyz.com/one-12-collective-king-conan‘Conan the Barbarian’ variant cover artists:A - Mike DeodatoB - Patch ZircherC - Rebecca PueblaD - Roberto De La TorreC - Liam Sharp00:00 - Intro00:29 - 'Conan the Barbarian - Colossal Edition' Crowdfunding Campaign02:05 - Variant Covers02:58 - Review10:41 - Conclusion13:18- Outro
