Conan der Unbesiegbare

Conan's personality feels so bold and unvarnished. I'm curious whether this was inspired by classic pulp stories or a new direction for the character.

The buildup is rich, but I wondered if the slower sections were necessary for world-building or if they detracted from the excitement.

The setting feels so vivid and layered—I'm curious whether Jordan created a detailed lore before writing or if it evolved organically during the process.