Mild spoilers follow for the story…
This short story by Robert E. Howard was really quite delightful to read. I saw so many aspects that have become tropes of tabletop roleplaying along with sword & sorcery stories. Particularly the traps in the house. The enlistment of the villain as part of the group against a monster with which they are trapped.
The entire arc includes political intrigue, the enlistment of Conan as a champion for one. Explorations, battle with a monstrous adversary, and the betrayal and eventual death of a villain. It’s quite a fun story, and showcases Howard’s descriptive skills. I’d recommend it to anyone wanting insight into one of the many stories that likely directly influenced the spread of the TTRPG hobby.
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