All-new novel-length story; serves as a sequel to The Hour of the Dragon . " Bride of the Conqueror " Roy Thomas, John Buscema King Conan marries Zenobia , making her Queen of Aquilonia. Key Creators and Artistic Influence
First "King-Size" Annual; featured reprints of early iconic stories. " The Phoenix on the Sword " Roy Thomas, Vicente Alcazar
: Illustrated the early reprints found in Annual #1, establishing the intricate, stylized look of the Cimmerian.