A thrilling journey through pulp literature and alternate history! In the trenches of World War I, a new kind of superhuman was born. Formed by secret and illegal chemical weapons, this superpowered generation has risen to take control of the capital cities of Europe. Some fight against injustice, others spread terror. But now, in 1938, a new, even more powerful threat is looming, as Europe becomes a battle-ground for different political and ideological factions. It is a time that tests allegiances and forge new alliances. A stunning period cross between The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Planetary, and B.P.R.D!
Robert E. Howard's savage hero continues his uncensored adventures! Discover the true Conan, unrestrained, violent, and sexual. Read the story as he intended! The Cimmerian in the land of a thousand and one nights! A crossroads of beliefs, languages and cultures, the mythical trading city of Zamboula is also the scene of many dark legends. Upon paying the city a visit, Conan is warned of the dangers of Aram Baksh's home. It is said that most of the foreigners who stay there disappear under obscure circumstances...and it is precisely there that the Cimmerian is spending the night. But by lifting the veil on these mysterious cases of kidnappings, the Cimmerian will discover another secret, even more terrible, linked to the whole city of Zamboula... A story imbued with orientalism and macabre witchcraft, The Man-Eaters of Zamboula offers writer/artist Gess the opportunity to deliver his vision of Robert E. Howard's hero in a comic book story of exotic, erotic and dark beauty. Bonus Material: The original Robert E. Howard prose story is included!
The mysticism continues as Conan and Zabibi venture into the temple of Totrasmek where nothing is at it seems and danger lies around every bend, but this house of spirits isn't the only place where the Cimmerian will face deception and illusion. Conan must use all of his wits to survive the sorcery working against him so he may receive his prize and get his revenge. Bonus Material: The original Robert E. Howard prose story is included!
