Conan's Real-World Inspirations: Mongols, Celts & Lost Civilizations

The Legacy of Conan the Barbarian: Exploring the Hyborian Age & Its Real-World Inspirations

Join us as we dive deep into the Hyborian Age history, unraveling the world of Conan the Barbarian and the genius of Robert E. Howard. This documentary-style exploration reveals the historical fantasy roots of the sword and sorcery genre, tracing its connections to ancient civilizations and warrior cultures.

From the fearsome Mongol warriors to the fierce Celtic tribes, and the enigmatic Picts warriors, Howard drew inspiration from real-world histories, myths, and lost cultures. We examine the Hyrkanians history, the true Cimmerians real history, and the religious influences behind Howard’s world, including Mitra religion and other ancient belief systems.

Through archaeology of fantasy, we separate fantasy vs reality, investigating the historical accuracy in fiction and comparing Conan’s world to the ancient world history. What truths lie behind the legendary tales of barbarian cultures, bronze age warfare, and iron age cultures?

This Conan documentary also delves into Howard's biography, his literary inspirations, and the enduring appeal of his mythos. We explore how lost civilizations, mythology comparisons, and the echoes of ancient warfare shaped one of the most iconic fictional worlds ever created.

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