Beyond the Black River

Robert E. Howard

Book 22 of The Dark Storm Conan Chronology

Language: Unknown

Published: May 2, 1935

Description:

This is after Conan has been a kozak leader and a pirate, but before he is a king. He is a mercenary working for a king at a fort on the Black River. On the other bank of the river are the Picts, anxious to kill the settlers who have invaded their land. The Picts have a hellish, half-demon witch doctor who is able to control wild animals and summon swamp demons. It's a different setting for a Conan tale, very moody with lots of slaughter.