[1] King Anaximander of Sark calls in his high priest, Khumanos, to talk about a drought ravaging their city.

After the ritual sacrifice of many high priests, Anaximander decides that a larger offering to their god, Voltantha, is required.

Solon sees Khumanos' compassion as a weakness and shows him the "Sword of Onothimanos", which is just a rusted blade.

After Conan defends Qjara's gates from a nomad attack, he becomes an honorary citizen and uses the opportunity to challenge Zaius to ritual combat.

He witnesses proof of what he thinks of as Qjara's debauchery, and asks the king and queen for permission to set up a temple of Voltantha in their city.

Khumanos orders slaves to mine three veins of glowing green ore from the Sarkian Mountains.