The Brutal Blade of CROM #2 – Now Available!
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The sword & sorcery brotherhood grows stronger—The Brutal Blade of CROM #2 has officially been released! This all-new indie sword & sorcery comic anthology brings together a powerhouse lineup of creators from across the globe, each adding their unique vision to the legend of Crom.
Inside you’ll find unforgettable tales of battle, gods, demons, and dark magic—stories that honor the pulp traditions of Gardner F. Fox and John Giunta while carving bold new paths for Crom in the modern age of independent comics.
Featuring Work By:
Joseph Leonardo (Leo) – A tale of young Crom in his early years
Grimothy Ripper – An underground vision of human Crom’s transformation into God Crom
Jake Quirk – The Lion Lord Amra and the stunning front cover art
Jamie Barrows – Blizzard of Vengeance, plus project lead and editor
Matchee – City of the Ape God
Allen Robinson – Song of the Temptress
Claude – Ape Assult!, expanding his teaser from Issue #1
Kurt Brugel & Jamie Barrows – Special back cover collaboration from IC3 2025
Why Crom?
Crom the Barbarian is a public domain character, first created by Gardner F. Fox and John Giunta in the 1950s. Today, he stands as a symbol of indie creative freedom—an open canvas for bold sword & sorcery storytellers to explore. This anthology captures that spirit, offering readers a raw, unfiltered showcase of independent comics at their finest.
Get Your Copy
The Brutal Blade of CROM #2 is available now through:
Here on cromthebarbarian.com Store (limited stock)
Contributors’ online shops & socials like Jamie Barrow’s Instagram
Step into the arena of blood, steel, and sorcery—add this landmark anthology to your collection and witness the future of Crom forged by today’s most passionate indie creators.
!SHIP ONLY in the US!
The Brutal Blade of Crom #1 is a sword and sorcery anthology comic that brings the mighty Crom to life in a gritty, black-and-white format reminiscent of classic Conan tales. With contributions from a talented indie creator lineup, this issue features intense battles, dark magic, and barbarian fury, all in a beautifully illustrated magazine-style presentation. Fans of classic sword and sorcery will enjoy the immersive world of Crom as he fights his way through brutal enemies and mystical forces. Perfect for collectors and lovers of action-packed, retro-inspired comics.
The creators listed for The Brutal Blade of Crom #1 are:
Jamie Barrows - Writer, Artist, and Cover Artist
Alan Robinson - Artist
Matthew Grant (Matt Chee) - Writer and Artist
Nathaniel J. Potts - Writer and Artist
Jake Quirk - Writer
!SHIP ONLY in the US!
Paperback | 52 Pages | Printed in Greyscale
The legend of Crom continues! The Brutal Blade of CROM #2 is an action-packed sword & sorcery indie comic anthology showcasing raw energy, dark fantasy, and the power of independent creators. This second volume delivers tales of blood, steel, and sorcery in a striking greyscale magazine format.
Featuring Stories & Art By:
Joseph Leonardo (Leo) – A Tale of Young Crom
Grimothy Ripper – Human Crom to God Crom
Jake Quirk – The Lion Lord Omra + front cover art
Jamie Barrows – Blizzard of Vengeance (Project Lead / Editor)
Matchee – City of the Ape God
Allen Robinson – Song of the Temptress
Claude – Sequential debut following his teaser from Issue #1
Kurt Brugel & Jamie Barrows – Back cover collaboration (IC3 2025)
Why You’ll Love It
Crom the Barbarian is one of pulp’s earliest sword & sorcery heroes—now reimagined by today’s most passionate indie voices. Each story offers a unique vision of Crom, from underground grit to mythic grandeur, making this anthology a must-have for fans of Conan, Savage Sword, and independent fantasy comics.