# Jewels of Gwahlur explained — Conan Stories

> Chapter companion for Conan Stories by Robert E. Howard.

## What happens

Conan ventures into the forbidden city of Alkmeenon to steal the legendary Teeth of Gwahlur, a treasure guarded by ancient traps and supernatural forces. He encounters a rival thief, a treacherous priestess, and a living mummy, ultimately escaping with the jewels after a series of deadly confrontations.

## Themes in this chapter

### Supernatural and Ancient Evil

The undead priestess Tascela and the cursed city embody ancient, malevolent forces.

### Survival and Individualism

Conan relies on his wits and strength to navigate traps and enemies alone.

## Character check-ins

### Conan

Protagonist who infiltrates Alkmeenon to steal the Teeth of Gwahlur.

### Muriela

A woman used as a pawn by the priestess; Conan rescues her.

### Tascela

The ancient priestess who guards the jewels and attempts to sacrifice Muriela.

### Thutmekri

A Stygian rival who also seeks the treasure.

## Key lines

> The jewels of Gwahlur! The teeth of the dead kings!

Conan seeks the legendary treasure of the ancient kings.

_Highlights the central goal of the chapter._

> She was a woman of the desert, with the supple grace of a panther and the fierce eyes of a hawk.

Muriela is described as a fierce and agile desert woman.

_Introduces Muriela's character._

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