"Conan struck the water with a mighty splash. Green waves closed over his head. Weighted by the chain mail that clothed his body to mid-thigh and by the massive broadsword in his fist, he sank like a stone. . . ."

The bravest, most daring, most exciting character of heroic fantasy flees the peaceful safety of his kingdom of Aquilonia when a sudden and terrifying catastrophe shatters the very roots of his existence. With his fearless sword and fierce strength, Conan the colossus from Cimmeria battles a host of diabolic foes in this thrilling tale of magical adventure.