Red Sonja was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Barry Windsor-Smith, inspired by Robert E. Howard's character Red Sonya of Rogatino. She first appeared in Marvel Comics' 'Conan the Barbarian' #23.
Red Sonja received her first solo comic series published by Marvel Comics, which helped to establish her as a standalone character.
The fantasy adventure film 'Red Sonja' was released, starring Brigitte Nielsen as Red Sonja and Arnold Schwarzenegger in a supporting role.
Dynamite Entertainment acquired the publishing rights to Red Sonja and began producing new comic book series featuring the character, reinvigorating her presence in popular culture.
Dynamite Entertainment launched a reimagined and modernized series of Red Sonja comics, introducing new storylines and character developments.
A new Red Sonja film was announced with casting news and production plans to reboot the character on the big screen.
Sonja is born in Hyrkania, known for her distinctive red hair which later earns her the name 'Red Sonja'.
Sonja's family is brutally murdered in an attack, leading her to vow vengeance and a life dedicated to swordsmanship and survival.
Sonja undertakes intensive training in combat and swordsmanship, mastering the skills that will make her a formidable warrior.
Sonja makes a pact with the goddess Scáthach who grants her exceptional sword-fighting abilities on the condition she never lies with a man unless he has defeated her in fair combat.
Emerging across the Hyborian kingdoms, Red Sonja becomes known as a fierce and relentless warrior queen, taking on many quests and battles.
Red Sonja defeats the sorceress Queen Gedren, who had enslaved her in palatial dungeons, securing her freedom and further establishing her reputation.
Sonja allies herself with Conan and other heroes, combining forces against shared enemies threatening the Hyborian lands.
Red Sonja faces and destroys the dangerous serpent cult of Yig, thwarting their plan to conquer parts of the Hyborian kingdoms.
Sonja continues her travels, aiding the oppressed and fighting evil wherever it rises, embodying both warrior and protector roles.
