CONAN: BATTLE OF THE BLACK STONE is now available in trade paperback wherever fine books are sold! This volume includes the complete 4-issue mini-series and our special prelude issue, along with essays about pulp storytelling and the works of Robert E. Howard.

Conan of Cimmeria is haunted by shadows, living nightmares connected to a mysterious eye symbol etched in black stone.

Battle of the Black Stone is an epic new Conan event published by Heroic Signatures and Titan Comics, from Jim Zub (Conan the Barbarian, Dungeons & Dragons) and artist Jonas Scharf (Dark X-Men, Basilisk).

• 9 Panel Grid: “I had a lot of fun with this series. This was really quick, really exciting, really action-packed, and I think the star of this has been Jonas Scharf and the colorist…It kicked the doors wide open for Conan to explore the cosmic horror side of his universe.”

• Comic Book Dispatch: 9.8/10 “Jão Canola’s otherworldly fire burns yellow and green, threatening to consume John Kirowan, Soloman Kane, and Brissa like Human torches. The fire tinges the forest orange and fills the background with darkness…When the Black Stone’s power proves too powerful for stalwart warriors to combat, a scholar’s thirst for knowledge and a writer’s imagination prove pivotal in defeating a mind-consuming power.”

• Comic Culture: “I loved it. It was handled so well…So many characters in the group had their moments, which I thought was really good…Well worth it if you’re not already checking it out.”

• Comical Opinions: 10/10 “It’s one thing to start a mini-series on a decent note and finish strong, but it’s another to start strong and end on a phenomenal note….Jim Zub imagines a battle for the ages that requires our heroes to fight, sacrifice, and die to save the world, and Jonas Scharf’s artwork is pulp magnificence.”

• Cool Thunder: 9.8/10 “The conclusion to the Battle of Black Stone is nothing short of spectacular, delivering a thrilling, action-packed narrative that seamlessly weaves together the interconnected stories of its characters.”

• DC Patrol: “This is amazing – they nailed it! Four issues and look at the story that’s told…I adored every moment of it.”

• Gaming Trend: 9.2/10 “It’s a perfect combination of fantasy action and mystery that I found almost impossible to put down. From intense fight scenes with an eldritch foe the likes of which none of our heroes have faced, to surprisingly tender moments between Conan and a long-lost ally, to shocking twists that genuinely caught me by surprise, this story has everything. “

• Good Reads: 5/5 “There is nothing but pure payoff here from page one. If you find yourself disappointed by other series having poor or unsatisfying conclusions, look no further than Conan mainline or Black Stone.”

• IPauleyxx: “…a love letter to fans of the Barbarian, offering something for newcomers and seasoned readers alike. Its perfect blend of legacy, innovation, and thrilling surprises makes it a must-read for anyone who relishes high-adventure comics.”

• League of the Comic Geeks: “Howard’s heroes bounce off of eachother surprisingly well and Scharf gives the book some incredible action.”

• Lord Samper: “Having read ‘Battle of the Black Stone’, I can’t help but think that Zub was born to write ‘Robert E. Howard’ stories…I feel like I say this every time I review a Titan/Heroic Signatures’ Conan comic but the series remains in the safest hands it has been in for a long time.”

• Mighty Thorngren: “I had such a blast with this book. It was so cool. I have throughly enjoyed this series and I hope that we see the further adventures of all the characters in these books…This kicked as, all four of them together were wonderful and this was a great finale.”

• Mr. Multiverse: “The comic has this epic feel to it, and it is a massive love letter to the Howardverse…This event was really cool.”

• Quest Wise: “It is brilliantly told. It is wonderfully written. I truly believe that if Robert Howard were alive today, he would be proud of Battle of the Black Stone…The writing in this is amazing. The artwork is beautiful. It just flows very well. There are ups and downs and ‘Oh My God’ moments, all in four issues.”

• Stygian Dogs: “Fantastic stuff!…The awesome action and cosmic horror aside, the success of Jim Zub and Jonas Scharf’s event series has been the creative integration of Howard’s pantheon of characters into an exciting experiment of enrichment.”

• Super Hero Hype: “The Battle of the Black Stone comic was an event undreamed of…However, the comic still managed one last surprise for readers in the final chapter with the reveal of the series’ ultimate villain.”

• Thinking Critical: “This was a lot of fun. Action-packed, character building…If you’re not reading Conan and everything from Titan Comics, hop on the train, you will not be disappointed. These are truly great legacy characters.”

Conan: Battle of the Black Stone launched this week, kicking off our pulp-infused epic mini-series. What did critics think of it? Let’s find out-

• 9 Panel Grid: “Jonas Scharf’s artwork is really, really bold and dynamic. There’s a lot of kinetic energy that comes with it when he’s working with the action set pieces…If you’re a Conan fan, you’re gonna love this. If you’re not a Conan fan, it might be time to dive in because this was a heck of a ride.”

• Comic Culture: “Really dramatic scenes, brutal environments, a really great book. Just full of action and adventure and I just can’t wait to see where this book goes from here. If you’re not reading Conan, you have to be reading this one.”

• Comical Opinions: 10/10 “Defines the word ‘epic’ at pretty much every level…If you love Conan, if you love Solomon Kane, if you love any and all of those characters in that pulp era of adventure storytelling, this is a top notch, first class, grade-A comic. You will love it!”

• Comics Beat: “Scharf illustrates each character with a heaviness that captures the tone Zub is going for. They look and feel grandiose, but also mortal. It’s especially noticeable in the eyes. A lot of emotion is afforded to them to really communicate a sense that fear is creeping in just under the surface, and that the heroes are trying their best to keep it from pouring out.”

• DC Patrol: “This book is glorious. I enjoyed every fiber of it…Wicked, wicked. Love it.”

• Doc Lail: “If you are looking for adventure, action, explosive storytelling, then I would prescribe this to fix those ills and I would get it in high doses.”

• Goodreads: 5/5 “There is a fury of pulp power conjured on each page of this newest issue, kickstarting one of the most meaningful and interesting expansions of Robert E. Howard’s mythology in decades. Do not fool yourself into thinking you can skip this.”

• Graphic Policy: “It builds a mystery across time and works for both new readers and long time fans. As the first event for the new launch of Robert E. Howard’s creations, it opens up a lot of possibilities of what’s to come.”

• League of Comic Geeks: “I’m thrilled to report that this works insanely well…Zub does a fantastic job at highlighting how the stone effects all of our heroes in different ways while still letting each of them feel distinct.”

• Lord Samper’s Library: “Not a lot gets to Conan but a mysterious sigil is doing just that and it swiftly proves to be an intriguing setup for whatever comes next…I enjoyed how all these events play out against the encroaching darkness in the background, makes it even more intriguing. Nice work from Scharf and Canola.”

• Major Spoilers: 5/5 “It is really well done. It is really well written as far as we have all these little tableaus, and each are experiencing these time dilations or time shifts brought on by Black Stone…I just can’t gush enough about it.”

• Mighty Thorngren: “I’m having so much fun with this stuff, more than I have been with comics in a decade or two. I’m just absolutely thrilled and always have a reason to go to the comic shop.”

• Pop Culture Philosophers: “Really cool stuff. The art by Jonas Scharf is absolutely fantastic, the story pacing is great. The way it bounces back and forth from the Hyborean Age to the 20th century and to other eras, it all freaking works and it works masterfully well.”

• Quest Wise: “The first issue is brutally beautiful in its writing and craftsmanship. The artwork is beautiful. The storyline is beautiful. The blending of different characters is beautiful…I highly recommend it.”

• Stygian Dogs: “A thrilling start to Jim Zub’s ambitious project to unite Robert E. Howard’s ‘Heroes of Man’ as they confront an ancient eldritch evil. Upon its conclusion it promises to just get better. Adding to this, it’s a must-read celebration and exploration of Howard’s creations.”

• Superhero Hype: 10/10 “Fans of the current Conan comic will find Battle of the Black Stone #1 to be a fine continuation of the monthly series. Newcomers will enjoy it as a welcome entry to the weird tales of Robert E. Howard. Most of all, it is a worthy tribute to the Bard of Cross Plains, which truly honors his remarkable legacy.”

• Sword & Sorcery Book Club: “I’m very, very excited. This was a great issue, this was a nice cliffhanger…It’s phenomenal. A great starting event for this new iteration of Conan.”

• Thinking Critical: “There are some amazing images from Jonas Scharf…This is a solid opening chapter to a big event crossover.”

CONAN THE BARBARIAN Vol.1: BOUND IN BLACK STONE is now available in bookstores and comic shops everywhere fine books are sold!

In bookstores you’ll find the cover by Dan Panosian. In direct market comic shops you can also choose covers by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau or Mike Mignola.

I know I sound like a broken record, but I am so incredibly proud of this book and thrilled at the response we’ve seen from readers, reviewers, and retailers. Thank you for reading and sharing your enthusiasm.

• Blake’s Buzz: “Roberto De La Torre’s artwork is a visual feast, filling every panel with visceral depictions of bodies, violence, and challenging terrains…This trade paperback is not only a must-read for longtime fans but also an excellent starting point for those new to the savage world of Conan.”

• Code-X Podcast: 10/10 “I love this story and it only gets better from here…It’s gritty, it’s raw, it’s dynamic.”

• Comic Book Report: “I didn’t know what to expect from a modern Conan story, but I think this really honored the past traditions of the franchise in some meaningful ways…The art is really impeccable and it’s a fun read.”

• Comics Beat: “…a great entry point for anyone interested in reading Conan comics. The writing is extremely well done, and the art is stunning. Conan is a captivating character and the standard bearer of Sword and Sorcery stories for a reason.”

• Comics For Sinners: “This is my Conan, the ’70s sword & sorcery hero making a comeback. I would not be more excited even if Schwarzenegger were to pick up his Atlantean sword to shoot a third Conan movie…This new series is a nostalgic pleasure and I hope it runs for a very long time.”

• Comics Forever: “I slept on this at first, but I was wrong. This book rules. It’s so good.”

• Eternal Crusader: 10/10 “This team is creating compelling and often breathtaking visuals that can both rival the beloved classics from the past and newer renditions by Dark Horse, Ablaze, and Marvel…the hype is true.”

• Larry’s Library: 10/10 “De La Torre’s art is breathtaking…This isn’t someone aping a legendary artist. This is someone who is a legendary artist in the making right before our eyes.”

• Lord Samper’s Library: “The creative team really deliver here, giving us not only a high stakes tale (in all the best traditions) but setting it against a landscape that feels like its brimming with tales of its own…Conan is in safe hands here and I’m excited to see where his story goes next.”

• Mighty Thorngren: “A new reader can jump right into this. You don’t need to know a whole lot about Conan to dig it…This is the comic that has me going to the comic shop, month after month.”

• Mr. Multiverse: “I really do love this comic…I also love the artwork in here by Roberto De La Torre. It’s beautiful. It reminds me of the classic Conan stories and also the Prince Valiant stories.”

• Near Mint Condition: 10/10 “This is perfection. This is some of the best Conan the Barbarian I have ever had the pleasure of reading…I cannot wait for the next book.”

• No Flying, No Tights: “Zub weaves subtle references to the Hyborian mythos into his stories, even as he spins ripping yarns that do credit to the legacy of Conan. As such, Bound in Black Stone is sure to satisfy Conan completists, while remaining accessible to new audiences.”

• So Wizard: “The action in this book is amazingly done. It’s brutal, fun, inventive, exciting, fast-paced and, most importantly, plentiful. The action almost doesn’t stop.”

• Stygian Dogs: “This is a must-have collection at a great price, so I encourage you to pick it up.”

• Trans-Scribe: 8/10 “Fans of the fantasy genre will feel right at home here, and whilst I can’t talk for long time Conan fans I can at least say that it was an enjoyable experience throughout, and one that I’d happily recommend to others.”

• Tripwire: “Bound in Black Stone needs to be read, shared, taken back and selfishly read again and again until the binding wears out.”

• Xennial Lens: “If you are a lapsed Conan fan like me interested in getting back into it, this is a really good place to dip your toes back into it.”