Shadows in the Moonlight
The Cimmerian pirate captain, central to the chapter's action.
I
Leads Olivia across the island, climbs cliffs with ease, demonstrates immense strength by lifting a massive stone block, and remains vigilant as protector.
II
Challenges and kills Sergius, then is struck down and taken captive by the pirates.
III
Fights and kills the gray man-ape, is bound by pirates, freed by Olivia, then carries her across the plateau.
IV
Stands in the bows, demands allegiance, and becomes the new captain of the pirate band.
Queen of the Black Coast
The Cimmerian protagonist who joins the pirates and becomes Bêlit's lover and ally.
I: Conan Joins the Pirates
Flees Argos after refusing to betray a friend, boards Tito's galley, and fights fiercely against Bêlit's pirates, impressing the queen.
II: The Black Lotus
Engages in a deep conversation with Bêlit about gods and death, slays a giant serpent, and later succumbs to the black lotus in the jungle.
III: The Horror in the Jungle
Kills the maddened N'Gora and discovers the massacre of his crew and Bêlit's death.
IV: The Attack from the Air
Sits on the pyramid awaiting attack, fights hyenas and the winged monster, and mourns Bêlit.
V: The Funeral Pyre
Leans on his sword, watching the Tigress burn; mourns Bêlit and feels the sea has lost its glory.
The Devil in Iron
The Cimmerian pirate captain who explores the forbidden island and battles Khosatral Khel.
I
The revived figure from the tomb, described as a giant with dark magnetic eyes and superhuman strength.
II
Kozak chief; target of the plot, known for his wildness and cunning.
IV
Enters Xapur seeking the golden-haired woman; discovers the impossible city; overcomes fear and infiltrates the walls.
V
Explores the city, discovers the living serpent, and overhears Khosatral Khel's origin story.
VI
Conan fights Khosatral Khel, kills him with the Yuetshi knife, and claims Octavia as his prize.
The People of the Black Circle
Abducts Yasmina to protect her from the Black Seers' magic, displaying his cunning and strength.
II: A Barbarian from the Hills
Hill chief from the west, called a barbarian; suspicious of the Kshatriyas, abducts Yasmina to force the release of his men.
III: Khemsa Uses Magic
The Cimmerian who kidnapped Yasmina; mentioned as having taken her to the Afghuli villages.
IV: An Encounter in the Pass
Abducts Yasmina Devi, kills a Wazuli tribesman, reunites with Yar Afzal, and leads the group into the hills.
V: The Black Stallion
Survives assassination attempt and escapes with Yasmina on the black stallion.
VI: The Mountain of the Black Seers
Resists Khemsa's hypnotism due to his Cimmerian heritage, fights Khemsa, and helps Yasmina escape.
VII: On to Yimsha
Freed from Khemsa's spell, he rides to rally his Afghuli warriors but is falsely accused of betrayal. He decides to continue to Yimsha alone to rescue Yasmina.
IX: The Castle of the Wizards
Leads the assault on the Black Seers' castle, using Khemsa's advice to navigate the deadly mist and fighting acolytes.
X: Yasmina and Conan
Leads the Afghulis in battle, slays a vulture attacking Yasmina, and negotiates his ransom with her.
A Witch Shall Be Born
Captured and crucified by Salome's forces, survives and leads the Zuagir revolt.
II: The Tree of Death
Crucified and left to die; rescued by Olgerd's band; shows immense fortitude.
III: A Letter to Nemedia
Former captain of the queen's guard, now a right-hand man to Olgerd Vladislav among the Zuagir nomads.
IV: Wolves of the Desert
Breaks Olgerd's arm in a power struggle, spares his life, and takes command of the Zuagir tribe.
V: The Voice from the Crystal
Leads the Zuagir nomads against Khauran; his siege engines and tactics are discussed by the conspirators and Constantius.
VI: The Vulture’s Wings
Defeats Constantius in battle, reclaims Khauran, but chooses to leave as chief of the Zuagirs, crucifying Constantius.
Jewels of Gwahlur
Protagonist who infiltrates Alkmeenon to steal the Teeth of Gwahlur.
I: Paths of Intrigue
The Cimmerian adventurer seeking the Teeth of Gwahlur; uses his reputation as a fighter to gain entry into Keshan, but is outmaneuvered by Thutmekri's political intrigue.
II: Goddess Awakens
Discovers Muriela's deception, devises a plan to use her impersonation to gain control of the Teeth of Gwahlur, and later finds Zargheba's severed head.
III: The Return of the Oracle
Investigates the murder scene, returns to the palace, hides and observes the ritual, then is trapped in a tunnel but escapes.
IV: The Teeth of Gwahlur
Tracks the priests into the caverns, witnesses the false Yelaya's command, rescues Muriela from the monster, and decides to go to Punt with her.
Beyond the Black River
Leads the defense of the fort, displaying his tactical prowess and grim determination against the Pictish horde.
I: Conan Loses His Ax
The Cimmerian warrior who kills a Pict ambusher, tracks a swamp demon, and leads Balthus through the perilous forest.
II: The Wizard of Gwawela
Leads the mission to assassinate Zogar Sag; dismisses supernatural fears with confidence in cold steel.
III: The Crawlers in the Dark
Leads the scouting party, displaying his superior woodcraft and stealth as he navigates the river and vanishes into the forest.
IV: The Beasts of Zogar Sag
Mentioned as possibly having escaped the ambush; earlier he helped Balthus scale the stockade during the escape attempt.
V: The Children of Jhebbal Sag
Leads Balthus through the wilderness, uses an ancient symbol to control a panther, and reveals his barbaric nature and knowledge of primal lore.
Red Axes of the Border
Leads Balthus through the forest, kills a Pict emissary to steal his canoe, and decides to warn settlers instead of dying at the fort.
VII: The Devil in the Fire
Conan leads settlers away from the Picts, confronts and battles a demonic fire-being summoned by Zogar Sag, and ultimately slays it despite being wounded.
VIII: Conajohara No More
Moodily drinking in a tavern, Conan learns of the fall of Fort Tuscelan and swears an oath to avenge Balthus and his dog.
Shadows in Zamboula
The Cimmerian adventurer, central to the chapter's events.
I: A Drum Begins
The Cimmerian protagonist, warned by a Zuagir about Aram Baksh's tavern, yet chooses to stay there.
II: The Night Skulkers
Rescues Zabibi from cannibals, agrees to help her find her mad lover Alafdhal, and later enters the temple of Hanuman where Zabibi is abducted.
III: Black Hands Gripping
Engages in a life-or-death struggle with Baal-pteor, using his superior strength to break the Kosalan's neck.
IV: Dance, Girl, Dance!
Kills Totrasmek, rescues Zabibi/Nafertari, tricks Aram Baksh, and escapes with the Star of Khorala.
Red Nails
The Cimmerian adventurer who, along with Valeria, stumbles into the lost city and becomes a key figure in the conflict between the Tecuhltli and Xotalancas.
I: The Skull on the Crag
Leads the escape from the dragon, shows primitive kinship with the beast, fights and kills it.
II: By the Blaze of the Fire-Jewels
Leads the exploration of the deserted city, shows barbarian instincts and survival skills, keeps watch while Valeria sleeps, and fights the Crawler on the stair.
III: The People of the Feud
Arrives in Tecuhltli with Valeria, agrees to fight the Xotalancas for jewels.
IV: Scent of Black Lotus
Conan is referenced as being across the corridor; Valeria considers seeking his help to escape the city.
V: Twenty Red Nails
Learns of Olmec's betrayal from Techotl and sets out to rescue Valeria, navigating the deadly halls and discovering Olmec trapped in a torture device.
VII: He Comes from the Dark
Conan interrogates Olmec, follows him through a secret passage, kills him after a betrayal, and arrives in the throne room to witness Tolkemec's attack.
The Hyborian Age
Mentioned as the central figure of the stories set in this fictional age.
