• 9 Panel Grid: “Conan continues to be spectacular. This issue is really setting up something that I’m really excited for because I want to see King Conan’s ascent.”

• Brother Lore: “I read through it so quickly because the pacing is so great, the writing is so engaging and there is the perfect balance between narration, exposition and action that it really doesn’t let you breathe for one minute.”

• Comic Book University: “The art in here is beautiful, fantastic…Great book. I’d highly recommend it.”

• Comic Culture: “Another amazing issue of Conan the Barbarian. If you need more reason to get this book, this is it right here…There’s layers and layers of drama, plotting, scheming and infiltrating. It’s all really compelling and very interesting.”

• Comical Opinions: 8.5/10 “The comic’s greatest strengths lie in its measured pacing, dialogue that immediately immerses, and art that makes every battle and brooding council scene visually memorable…a sword-slash of value for the discerning reader, balancing chaos, cunning, and a glimmer of wit in a battered bronze world.”

• Cool Thunder: 10/10 “At a time when many long-running series start to wane, Conan the Barbarian just keeps getting better. If you’re not reading this run, you’re missing one of the greatest modern interpretations of the Hyborian Age.”

• Eternal Crusader: “Zub has managed to cram a lot of plot into a mere 22 pages…The battle scenes in particular are well done, and Dagnino demonstrates how creatively he can use panels to support and strengthen the impact of his art. This comic book remains a visual treat for adult readers.”

• Goodreads: 10/10 “Zub’s tale in this issue easily echoes modern attitudes by those who have nested into their pampered positions of power…Good art from Fernando Dagnino to partner Zub’s eloquence.”

• Kabooooom!: 10/10 “It is rare that a comic so steeped in lore can prove to satisfy established fans yet be accessible to new readers as well. Conan The Barbarian #26 is such a rare treat. Violent and visceral, this is a perfect introduction to the world of one of most famous heroes of fantasy.”

• League of Comic Geeks: 10/10 “Probably my favorite art of the whole series so far and the writing was peak, per usual. I don’t know how Zub does it book after book.”

• Old Man Hyborian: “Overall, I really enjoyed this Zub story leading up to when Conan becomes king. This is actually one of my favorite stories so far…Overall, an excellent issue.”

• Pop Culture Philosophers: “Jim Zub has been writing the hell out of Conan. Whether it’s Conan the Barbarian or spearheading Savage Sword of Conan, these are some of the best comics out there of the modern era. I would encourage you to check them out.”

• Stygian Dogs: “…a strong cinematic start to this new saga. It’s a thoroughly satisfying read and an ideal jumping on point for new readers. It comes with my highest recommendation.”

• Thinking Critical: “Pick of the week and it’s starting to feel like Conan might be the front runner for best comic book series of 2025.”