Conan Red Sonja 2

Conan and Red Sonja unite to stop a sorcerer-priest from creating a new age in Hyborian warfare! Exposed to a deadly toxin, barbarian and she-devil race against time to save themselves!

It took me long enough, but I finally have taken the time to read at least a couple books featuring two well known characters.  I probably won't squeeze in some of the many older titles that have come out over the years, but who knows.  Either way, with the second issue of Conan Red Sonja done, I can say that I've got two issues notched off for adventures with these two.

The second chapter starts off with a high seas clash, with Conan and Red Sonja unknowingly attacking each other's ships.  It's apparently been a few years since their last meeting, and have spent that time with new companions.  The group soon finds themselves coming across an island full of nothing but death, the cause being what was discovered at the end of issue one.  They face of against the foe responsible, but are of course unable to stop him completely.

A lot more happens in this book, with a lot more room to expand on what got illustrated within.  There was a great deal more of beautiful artwork, between all the new characters and the new environments depicted.  Even more so than in the last book, I really dig the way everything was drawn here.

As much as I regret never reading any Conan or Red Sonja before, this is a great way to get into them.  I can't say for sure how this would fare with long time fans of either or both, but it seems like a great series for everyone.  I would definitely like to see more of this story and would gladly suggest this new title to people.

For more on Conan Red Sonja or other Dark Horse titles, check out Dark Horse Comics.

Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments and opinions are those of the individual reviewer.

Conan Red Sonja 1

Gail Simone teams with Jim Zub to bring together legendary warriors in this truly epic crossover!

In a story spanning multiple eras in the lives of these classic characters, Conan and Red Sonja become comrades to take down a sorcerer-priest hell bent on creating a dark new age in Hyborian warfare!

With so many titles to possibly get into, there are some big ones that I admit I missed growing up.  It was typically not for lack of interest, more just that there were only so many hours.  And dollars.  Now with the Conan Red Sonja: The Age of Innocence crossover, I can finally say I’ve got at least one issue under my belt for them.

As I’ve never read any of either the Conan or Red Sonja comics, I’m not sure if they’ve ever paired up before.  Either way, this crossover pairing was a great way to be introduced to an adventure with the characters.  In this first issue, the two of them are found thieving after the same item, leaving plenty of mayhem in their wake as they escape.  Once they come to realize what it is they actually stole, it sets the stage for what will be their ongoing quest.

With this being my first opportunity to see a book from either character, I had no expectations for the art going into it.  The artwork used for this crossover fit this heroic kind of story very well.  The particular styles of both the line work and colors both melded nicely.  One thing in particular I enjoyed were the sharper angles that the characters had, giving them a more intense feel.

This is a kind of comic that most everyone can enjoy, especially being such iconic characters.  Whether or not you have any prior experience with these two, this is a good book to jump into.  Long time fan or newbie, this is a great title to pick up on your next trek to the comic store.

For more on Conan Red Sonja or other Dark Horse titles, check out Dark Horse Comics.

Geek-o-Rama received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. All thoughts, comments and opinions are those of the individual reviewer.