Like a warrior who sold his sword for gold, Conan arrives in Sukhmet, a gloomy and dirty town south of the Styx River. Here, in the ranks of Zarallo's Free Companions, he serves among a motley crew of mercenaries from all over the world. They are cruel, battle-hardened, and loyal only to the sound of coins. In a local tavern, Conan meets Valeria of the Red Brotherhood, a fearless sea robber with whom he once went on raids. She has a reputation as a dangerous swordswoman, ...
