Entity: RED-SONJA
Red Sonja is a sword-and-sorcery character known as the 'She-Devil with a Sword,' created by Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smith for Marvel Comics in 1973. She is a formidable warrior from the Hyborian Age of Earth-616, often associated with Conan the Barbarian.
RED-SONJA
Etymology
The term 'Red Sonja' is derived from the character of the same name created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Barry Windsor-Smith for Marvel Comics in 1973.
Definition
Red Sonja is a fierce and skilled swordswoman from the Hyborian Age, known as the 'She-Devil with a Sword.' She is a fictional character renowned for her strength and combat prowess.
Historical Context
Red Sonja was partially inspired by Robert E. Howard's character Red Sonya of Rogatino. She first appeared in Marvel Comics in 1973 and quickly became a popular figure in the sword-and-sorcery genre.
Cultural Significance
Red Sonja has become an iconic figure in the realm of fantasy literature and comics, embodying traits of strength, independence, and resilience. She is often portrayed as a formidable warrior who can hold her own against any opponent.
Related Concepts
Red - A color resembling the color of blood, often associated with passion, strength, and intensity.
See Also
A fierce and skilled swordswoman from the Hyborian Age, Red Sonja is a fictional character known for her strength and combat prowess.