{"product_id":"conan-the-barbarian-the-original-comics-omnibus-vol8-isbn-9781806180455","title":"Conan The Barbarian: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.8","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe EIGHTH volume in this popular Omnibus series collects the second half of Christopher J. Priest's legendary run on \u003ci\u003eConan the Barbarian!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Featuring unseen bonus material and an all-new introduction from Christopher Priest himself!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE LEGEND OF CONAN NEVER DIES!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn the late '80s, artist Val Semeiks took the reins on Conan the Barbarian injecting a powerful new energy into the series. Semeiks' work was a force multiplier for the latter half of Christopher Priest's era-defining run. Together, they crafted one of the greatest Conan epics of all time, a massive story line building issue #200 and a showdown with the Devourer of Souls. As the Devourer reveals his final gambit, drawing upon the power of the Elder Gods, Conan must seek aid from one whose name even he dreads: Thulsa Doom! Also featuring the return of Red Sonja, the acclaimed 'Heku Trilogy' and early work by Andy Kubert, this is one Omnibus you don't want to miss! By Crom!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollecting: Conan the Barbarian (1970) 195-213, Conan the Barbarian Annual (1973) 12, Official Handbook of the Conan Universe (1986) 1\u003cb\u003eCHRISTOPHER J. PRIEST (AKA JIM OWSLEY)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest known for his pioneering work on \u003ci\u003eBlack Panther \u003c\/i\u003ein the late 90s, Priest (as Jim Owsley) entered the comics industry as a Marvel Comics intern in 1978. He joined Marvel's editorial staff in 1979, working for Paul Laikin as a managing editor on \u003ci\u003eCrazy Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e and becoming the first African American editor in mainstream comics. He next became assistant editor for Larry Hama on the \u003ci\u003eConan\u003c\/i\u003e titles. As a writer, Owsley\/Priest worked on the series \u003ci\u003eConan the Barbarian\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eKing Conan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Ray\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSteel\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDeadpool\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eBlack Panther\u003c\/i\u003e. He co-created the series \u003ci\u003eQuantum and Woody\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eXero\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Crew\u003c\/i\u003e, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVALDIS “VAL” SEMEIKS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn American comic book artist. Born in 1955. With degrees in both chemistry and mathematics, Val began his professional comic book career in 1986 with his work on the \u003ci\u003eKing Kull\u003c\/i\u003e back-up strips in \u003ci\u003eThe Savage Sword of Conan\u003c\/i\u003e, before becoming the regular monthly artist on \u003ci\u003eConan The Barbarian. \u003c\/i\u003eHe is best known for his long runs on both \u003ci\u003eDemon \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eLobo\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLobo\u003cb\u003e\/\u003c\/b\u003eJudge Dredd\u003c\/i\u003e crossover. He has drawn \u003ci\u003eWolverine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eJLA, Superman’s Nemesis: Lex Luthor, The Flash\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBatman.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eALAN ZELENETZ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA British artist, known for his painting and his work in comics and film production. His career led him from artist for graphic novels to storyboard artist and character designer. He is arguably best known for his visual development work on \u003ci\u003eTarzan\u003c\/i\u003e. His comic credits include: \u003ci\u003eThe Sandman, Sandman Mystery Theatre, Starman, Deadman, Ring of Roses\u003c\/i\u003e and various \u003ci\u003eConan\u003c\/i\u003e comics.","brand":"Titan Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233039331557,"sku":"NP9781806180455","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781806180455.jpg?v=1767724024","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/conan-the-barbarian-the-original-comics-omnibus-vol8-isbn-9781806180455","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}