MODERN AGE (1985-PRESENT)
Welcome to Savage Digest — Modern Age Comic Book Reviews. Here you’ll find reviews of Robert E. Howard’s worlds in comic book form. We cover Conan the Barbarian, Red Sonja, Kull, and other legendary heroes. Our focus is the Modern Age of comics, a time when Howard’s stories were adapted into bold, unforgettable adventures.
The Savage Sword Of Conan – Volume 01 Issue 16
My Rating ★★★★ “Massacred Memories” Conan had always been there for Hydallan. From their childhood ascension as unskilled warriors, to the Fortress Venarium where the Cimmerian tribes united to rout an Aquilonian army—a deed thought impossible. Now, Conan has rescued …
Conan The Barbarian (TB) – Volume 01 Issue 34
My Rating ★★★★★ “Cursed Shores Beyond – Part Two: An Isle Of Dread” The obelisk stood above the beach at the edge of a dense jungle canopy. Was it evidence of some previous civilization, or a warning to anyone foolish …
Conan & Dragonero – Volume 01 Issue 05
My Rating ★★★★ “Part V: Ice & Flames – Chapter Two” Conan lands the killing blow, burying his weapon deep into the ancient Dragon of Earth. A horrendous death wail rings across the Margondar Mountains as the wounded beast collapses …
Red Sonja: She-Devil With A Sword – Volume 01 Issue 05
My Rating ★★★ “Doom Of The Gods – Part 05” Doom has come to the city of Khorshemish! Its chosen form is that of the Demoroq. As the Royal Guard and Rising Sun clash in the streets over petty human-rights …
Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged – Volume 01 Issue 06
My Rating ★★★★★ “People Of The Blackstone Circle – Part 02” “Follow the silver vein to the lair of the Black Seers. Destroy the crystal globe with the four golden pomegranates…” Those words gurgled desperately from Khemsa’s lips as his …
Solomon Kane – Volume 01 Issue 03
My Rating ★★★ “Blades Of The Brotherhood” Young Jack should have slain Sir George Banway during the duel that morning. The windswept English beach would have been as good a place as any for that rat scoundrel to meet his …
Solomon Kane: The Lion Errant – Volume 01 Issue 02
My Rating ★★★★★ “The Lion Errant – Part 02: Love And Hate” Peace has failed the Gond. Now the armies of two Khans march against the Warrior Queen of Gondwana. As Rani Durgavati prepares her kingdom for all-out war, the …
Conan & Dragonero – Volume 01 Issue 04
My Rating ★★★★ “Part 4: Ice & Flames – Chapter One” Dragonfire erupts all around Conan and Dragonero, yet the power of the sword Saevasechta shields both men with a magic barrier. This is the sword of the ancients! A …
Red Sonja: She-Devil With A Sword – Volume 01 Issue 04
My Rating ★★★ “By Blood Betrayed!” Three days have passed since Red Sonja smuggled the last descendant of Elarr Vorn into the Pirosin Tower for treatment. Surely, an elixir or ancient remedy existed that could rid Aretha Vorn of her …
The Savage Sword Of Conan – Volume 01 Issue 15
My Rating ★★★ “The Exchange” Chains and a darkened ship’s hold are all that stand between Conan of Cimmeria and freedom. Captain Brock and his crew have packed the vessel with prisoners, including Tadia Brazoria and Anker, believing iron shackles …
Conan The Barbarian (TB) – Volume 01 Issue 33
My Rating ★★★★ “Cursed Shores Beyond – Part One: Perilous Waters” Crested waves spill over the deck of the Briney Wren, pushing sailors violently toward the forecastle. One turns to catch a glimpse of their newest recruit, Conan of Cimmeria …
Solomon Kane: The Lion Errant – Volume 01 Issue 01
My Rating ★★★★★ “The Lion Errant – Part 01: War Mongers” Portuguese trade routes brought a newfound wealth to the ruling class of Hindustan. As Solomon Kane sails north toward the land of spice and mystery, various Regencies have begun …
