FIVE STAR REVIEWS
Savage Digest Five Star Comic Book Reviews showcase only the finest, top-rated comics. These legendary stories embody the worlds of Robert E. Howard with superb writing, striking artwork, and unforgettable storytelling. From iconic Conan the Barbarian adventures to rare pulp treasures, this section highlights the essential issues that stand above the rest—comics every collector and fan should treasure.
Kull The Conqueror – Volume 01 Issue 02
My Rating ★★★★★ “The Shadow Kingdom” Above the ancient city of Valusia, a golden moon hangs in the midnight sky. Outside the city gates, a massive pavilion has been erected in honor of the king who now sits in celebration …
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 …
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: 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 …
Marvel Treasury Edition – Volume 01 Issue 04
My Rating ★★★★★ “An Informal History Of The Thomas/Smith Conan” Roy Thomas provides a two-page history of his work with Barry Windsor-Smith. Without these two pioneers, surely Conan the Barbarian would never have reached the success that it did in …
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 …
Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged – Volume 01 Issue 05
My Rating ★★★★★ “The People Of The Black Circle” King Yezdigerd lies dead, murdered by an infamous group of Afghuli mystics known as the Black Seers. Now his sister, Princess Yasmina, has been taken hostage by Conan, a Chieftain of …
Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged – Volume 01 Issue 04
My Rating ★★★★★ “Black Colossus” An ancient necromancer haunts Princess Yasmela from beyond the grave. Now the worshiper of Ishtar must turn favor and grovel to her ancestors’ deity. There is only one question. Will Mitra let the Princess burn …
The Savage Sword Of Conan – Volume 01 Issue 13
My Rating ★★★★★ “The Blue Orchid” Conan, Atta, and a slave girl named Zaria have escaped the clutches of Prince Yezdigerd’s guard only to find themselves outcasts in the Mountains of Night. One thing haunts their thoughts. Who possesses the …
Red Sonja Vs. Thulsa Doom – Volume 01 Issue 04
My Rating ★★★★★ “Beginnings – Part 04” Into the pits! Thulsa Doom has infiltrated the steel mines of Pah-Dishah, bringing death to all who oppose him. As his army searches for a mysterious new metal, Red Sonja and Ozzyus plan …
Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged – Volume 01 Issue 03
My Rating ★★★★★ “Shadows In Zamboula” Originally published in: The Savage Sword of Conan (Marvel, 1974 series) #14 (September 1976) The slaves of Darfar grow hungry. Conan has journeyed east into the lands of Khauran. Beneath a merciless sun, the …
Conan The Barbarian – Volume 01 Issue 07
My Rating ★★★★★ “The Lurker Within!” Kallian Publico, proprietor of the Numalia House of Relics, lies dead at Conan’s feet. The blade of the Cimmerian is undrenched. Something strangled the Numalian and made way with the treasure Conan had been …
