The Savage Sword of Conan #52
marvel • 1980
- Series
- The Savage Sword of Conan
- Issue
- 52
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Cover date
- May 1, 1980
- Story title
- The Crown and the Carnage
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The Savage Sword of Conan #52 was published by Marvel Comics in 1980 under their Curtis Magazines imprint. As part of a black-and-white magazine line designed to bypass the restrictive Comics Code Authority, this publication allowed for more mature, visceral storytelling that leaned into the gritty, sword-and-sorcery roots of Robert E. Howard’s original prose, distinguishing itself from the standard color comic book format of the era.
The visual identity of this issue was heavily defined by the established aesthetic of the series, which prioritized dynamic, hyper-detailed illustrations often showcasing the work of industry veterans. The covers and interiors of this period were intentionally crafted to evoke the pulpy, adventurous spirit of 1930s adventure fiction, aiming to satisfy a readership that appreciated darker themes and complex character arcs that were not feasible in traditional superhero titles.
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