King Kull, also known as Kull of Atlantis, is one of the earliest and most powerful heroes created by Robert E. Howard. Set in the distant Thurian Age—long before Conan’s Hyborian Age—Kull rises from an outcast Atlantean barbarian to become the king of Valusia. His story blends sword-and-sorcery adventure with philosophical reflection, political intrigue, and ancient horrors lurking beneath civilization.
Unlike many pulp-era warriors, Kull is deeply introspective. Though a fierce combatant and master swordsman, he often questions the nature of reality, identity, and kingship. As ruler of Valusia, Kull battles conspiracies among nobles, rebellion within his own court, and the sinister Serpent Men who secretly infiltrate human society.
Kull’s adventures have been adapted in comics by Marvel and other publishers, as well as the 1997 film Kull the Conqueror. His loyal ally Brule the Spear-Slayer frequently stands beside him in battle. As a precursor to Conan the Barbarian, King Kull represents the foundation of Robert E. Howard’s legendary sword-and-sorcery mythos.
For fans of classic fantasy literature and comic adaptations, King Kull remains a towering figure of ancient heroism and tragic introspection.
My Rating “Part Four – Unity Or Death” The truth has been revealed to Kull, Conan, and John Kirowan. Set, the great serpent god and earth mother, has spirited the three heroes through time and space for a proposed alliance. But why? What has caused a god of such power to tremble with fear before […]
My Rating “Part Three – Behind The Mask” A gunshot rang out within the half-light of the Gordon House. As Michael O’Donnel wrestled the .38 caliber revolver from Evelyn Gordon’s hands, John Kirowan turned to scan the study for an unseen presence. It wasn’t the serpent ring that caused Evelyn to become homicidal, as John
My Rating “Part Two – Words Of Power” A temple keeper is dead and the nephew of Governor Patanius plays ignorant of Conan’s accusations. Now the Cimmerian must act quickly or be thrown to the unscrupulous Numalian Court of Justice. With a heavy hand, Conan slays all but Inquisitor Demetrio and his captain of the
My Rating “Part One – Stealing Faces & Finery” Brule scanned the mists for recognizable faces. The Shaman had promised him the truth, even if it was forcibly provided. The Spear-Slayer had to confirm the validity of his ally. Was the king of Valusia of sound mind? Gonar inhaled smoke from his pipe once again,
My Rating “The Skull of Silence!” Kull and his men had traveled for several days towards Valusia without prolonged rest. The borderlands were treacherous, indeed, but the Tiger King had filled the time contemplating a recent debate between Ka-Nu and himself. The Pict had openly ridiculed Kull for a statement he made during the previous
My Rating “A King Comes Riding!” A seditious plot begins to unfold inside the backrooms of the royal palace. As King Kull debates his own Councilor Tu from the Topaz Throne, a group of Valusian saboteurs lay plans to assassinate him. But, for what purpose? These very same men had manipulated Kull into slaying King
