Settled on the mighty throne of Aquilonia, Conan finds himself contending with foes both in his court and without. As a shadowy plot brings about the resurrection of ancient sorcerer Xaltotun, Aquilonia is thrown into turmoil when Conan is believed slain, and the countryside is riven with infighting. After escaping captivity, Conan sets about to retrieve and destroy the source of Xaltotun’s power before mustering an army against those that would depose him – showing his foes the barbaric prowess and fury that ultimately named him a conqueror.