Amalric and Imbalyo, Ivanos and Othbaal... these and many others mercs adventured with Conan the Throat Slitter on the war-torn Thurian continent during the Hyborian Age.

The Kozaks, the Asshuri... these war-bands evoked awe and struck fear into the hearts of their enemies.

Adventuring as an individual, or with a small group, is fine. Heroes are always facing perils or going off on quests. But to partake in epic battles that decide the fate of nations... that is a heady brew indeed for someone wishing to etch the memory of their passing in the annals of history. For nations remember...

Irregulars are always needed as countries square off on the battlefield. There is also regular army life, demanding greater discipline but offering greater reward. And for someone who lives by the sword and has the ambition to rise, the sky is the limit.

CONAN: The Free Companies offers countless options for soldiers of all stripes. From conscript to hired-sword to militia member, there is something for you here. New Feats for Warriors enhance your abilities, looting supplements your income, and there are always darker pleasures available on the charnel fields, including camp-whores and shady dealers in illicit goods.

Numerous adventure seeds and hooks are offered to keep you busy, regardless the level of your adventure. And battle tactics are taught for those wishing to field armies.

CONAN: The Free Companies and CONAN: Pirate Isles offer valuable and exciting alternatives to traditional role-playing sessions and capture the essence of Robert E. Howard's exciting Conan stories. These are invaluable resources for anyone seeking to understand or experience warfare in the Hyborian Age.