Nyarlathotep
Mongoose
I was wondering if anyone here ever thought about what the general reactions of the Hyborian Age was to the rise of Conan as King of Aquilonia.
There are various different levels to look at this:
Personal: As well all know, Conan had a long career and a whole lot of contacts, friends, and ex-loves before he became king. One must really wonder what folks who have survived up to that point like Valeria, the Devi Yasmin, the Black Corsairs, etc - must have thought about their former ally/companion, especially after he successfully warded off attempts to overthrow his rule.
Another question to raise: Would anyone dare pay a visit to the Lion of Aquilonia?
Race/Nation: A Barbarian sits on the throne of the pre-eminent nation of the West. Obviously from sources such as the Hour of the Dragon and the Scarlet Citadel, many aristocrats would view him as an illegitimate king - and slowly change their opinion as he continues to reign successfully.
What about the barbaric nations - most notably the Cimmerians? Surely there must be some hint of pride and a little mirth that its "an uncultured brute" that commands the most powerful nation in the Hyborian age.
There are various different levels to look at this:
Personal: As well all know, Conan had a long career and a whole lot of contacts, friends, and ex-loves before he became king. One must really wonder what folks who have survived up to that point like Valeria, the Devi Yasmin, the Black Corsairs, etc - must have thought about their former ally/companion, especially after he successfully warded off attempts to overthrow his rule.
Another question to raise: Would anyone dare pay a visit to the Lion of Aquilonia?
Race/Nation: A Barbarian sits on the throne of the pre-eminent nation of the West. Obviously from sources such as the Hour of the Dragon and the Scarlet Citadel, many aristocrats would view him as an illegitimate king - and slowly change their opinion as he continues to reign successfully.
What about the barbaric nations - most notably the Cimmerians? Surely there must be some hint of pride and a little mirth that its "an uncultured brute" that commands the most powerful nation in the Hyborian age.