The Gods of Bal-Sagoth
The Gods of Bal-Sagoth is a fantasy novel by Robert E. Howard, set in a world of ancient gods and monsters. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Kull, who is chosen by the gods to be their champion. He is sent on a quest to save the world from the evil forces of Bal-Sagoth, an ancient and powerful being who seeks to enslave the world. Along the way, Kull must battle monsters, gods, and even his own inner demons. Kull must also learn to use the power of the gods to his advantage, and discover the secrets of Bal-Sagoth's dark magic. With the help of his allies, Kull must find a way to defeat Bal-Sagoth and save the world from destruction. The Gods of Bal-Sagoth is an exciting and action-packed fantasy novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a thrilling adventure that will appeal to fans of Robert E. Howard and fantasy fiction alike.
By Robert E. Howard · First published 1928 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Mythology · 4 chapters · 15,020 words
First lines
LIGHTING dazzled the eyes of Turlogh O'Brien and his foot slipped in a smear of blood as he staggered on the reeling deck. The clashing of steel rivaled the bellowing of the thunder, and screams of death cut through the roar of waves and wind. The incessant lighting flicker gleamed on the corpses sprawling redly, the gigantic horned figures that roared and smote like huge demons of the midnight storm, the great beaked prow looming above.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Robert E. Howard
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Mythology, Horror, Science Fiction
- Length: 15,020 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 235 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The Gods of Bal-Sagoth is a fantasy novel by Robert E. Howard, featuring mythical creatures, magical powers, and a world of adventure and danger.
- Adventure — The novel follows the adventures of a group of adventurers as they explore the mysterious world of Bal-Sagoth and battle the gods that inhabit it.
- Mythology — The novel is heavily based on mythology, with references to various gods and creatures from ancient cultures.
- Horror — The novel contains elements of horror, with its dark and mysterious setting and the presence of powerful and dangerous gods.
Tags
The Blond Goddess of Bal-Sagoth · athelstane · bal-sagoth · black · blood · brunhild · city · deep · eyes · feet · fell · gael
Contents
- Chapter 1: Steel in the Storm
- Chapter 2: Gods from the Abyss
- Chapter 3: The Fall of the Gods
- Chapter 4: Empire