Kull the Conqueror Returns: Marvel’s Forgotten Fantasy Epic

Step back into the fantastical world of Valusia with Marvel’s *Kull the Conqueror Vol. 2 #1*! Released in December 1982, this issue brings Kull, King of Valusia, into a whirlwind of madness, treachery, and war after he defies warnings to unearth a long-buried catacomb beneath his kingdom. Written by Alan Zelenetz and illustrated by John Buscema, this double-sized issue delivers a Shakespearian tale of betrayal, redemption, and ancient curses. Discover how Zelenetz, a high school principal turned Marvel writer, masterfully adapts Robert E. Howard’s vision, bringing Kull to life as a thoughtful and driven ruler distinct from Conan the Barbarian. With stunning art by Buscema, vibrant colors by Marie Severin, and intricate lettering by Janice Chiang, the story immerses readers in a richly detailed fantasy realm.From insights into the comic’s distribution during the dawn of Marvel’s direct market strategy to its connections with Howard’s original pulp stories, this video deep dives into *Kull the Conqueror Vol. 2 #1*. Learn about the creative team behind the issue and the legacy of Kull in the Marvel Universe.Don’t miss the fun trivia, collectible insights, and more. Like, subscribe, and share your thoughts below! #KullTheConqueror #MarvelComics #RobertEHoward #JohnBuscema #AlanZelenetz #MarieSeverin #JaniceChiang #FantasyComics #Valusia #ConanTheBarbarian #ComicBookHistory #Marvel1980s #BronzeAgeComics #ComicArt #EpicTales #SwordAndSorcery #ComicCollecting #MarvelLegends #ComicReview #ComicDeepDive #MarvelDirectMarket #RetroComics #PulpFiction #ComicCreators #ComicYouTube #SupportArtists Notes and ThanksSession Zero Comic Books and Games   / sessionzerogames  https://comicvine.gamespot.com/alan-z...https://www.newsfromme.com/2022/11/04...https://www.animationmagazine.net/201...https://www.akiracomics.com/blog/denn...bulanadiart.comhttps://marvel.fandom.com/https://rsmwriter.blogspot.com/2023/0...ebay.comPriceCharting.comhttps://www.midtowncomics.com/https://www.cultofmac.com/news/tiah-s...   • Daryl Hall & John Oates - Maneater (Offici...  By Unknown author - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Re..., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...By Suiseiseki - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...By King Features Syndicate - https://popeye.com/, Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?...By Marvel Comics/Marvel Entertainment.The original uploader was Iftekharahmed96 at English Wikipedia..Later version(s) were uploaded by DatBot at en.wikipedia. - Transferred from en.wikipedia to Commons.(Original text : http://marvel-microheroes.wikia.com/w..., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...By Thomson200 - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...By photo by Alan Light, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...https://la-ribambulle.com/guice-butch/