# V: The Black Stallion explained — Conan Stories

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

## What happens

Conan navigates political intrigue among the Wazuli tribe, where Chief Yar Afzal is killed by a magical jade spider. Conan is blamed and attacked, but he fights his way into a hut with Yasmina. After a brutal struggle, Conan reveals a secret passage, mounts the black stallion, and escapes with Yasmina, trampling a mysterious man in a green turban.

## Themes in this chapter

### Supernatural and Ancient Evil

The jade ball transforms into a deadly spider, killing Yar Afzal through sorcery.

### Survival and Individualism

Conan fights for his life against the Wazuli tribe and escapes through cunning and strength.

## Character check-ins

### Conan

Survives assassination attempt and escapes with Yasmina on the black stallion.

### Yasmina

Cowers in the hut during the fight, then escapes with Conan.

### Yar Afzal

Killed by a magical spider from a jade ball.

## Key lines

> Yar Afzal is dead! Kill the outlander!

A mysterious voice incites the Wazuli to attack Conan after Yar Afzal's death.

_The shout triggers the mob's assault on Conan._

> Why should you care if I live or die?

Conan questions Yasmina's concern for his survival.

_Shows Conan's skepticism and Yasmina's growing attachment._

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