Solomon Kane Timeline ( Real )

creation
March, 1928

Creation of Solomon Kane Character

Robert E. Howard creates the character Solomon Kane, a Puritan adventurer and vigilante, first appearing in his story 'Red Shadows'.

publication
November, 1928

First Published Story: 'Red Shadows'

The first Solomon Kane story, 'Red Shadows', is published in Weird Tales magazine.

publication
1930s

Additional Solomon Kane Stories Published

More short stories featuring Solomon Kane are published posthumously in the 1930s and 1940s.

adaptation
1970s

Revival in Comics

Solomon Kane stories are adapted and published as comic books by various publishers, increasing the character’s popularity.

adaptation
2000

Dark Horse Comics Series

Dark Horse Comics releases a series of Solomon Kane comics, bringing renewed attention to the character.

adaptation
October 31, 2009

Solomon Kane Film Adaptation

The film 'Solomon Kane', based on the Robert E. Howard character, is released in theaters.

publication
2010s

Published Graphic Novels and Expanded Comics

Several graphic novels and comic series expand on Solomon Kane’s lore and adventures post-film release.

Solomon Kane Timeline ( Fictional )

life-event
1560

Birth of Solomon Kane

Solomon Kane is born into an English family, destined to become a stern and moralistic Puritan.

military
1580

Solomon Kane serves as a soldie

Kane serves as a soldier in the wars of the time, gaining martial skills and experience with combat.

character-development
1590

Solomon Kane turns from mercenary to Puritan

After a period of mercenary violence, Kane is stricken with remorse and devotes himself fully to the Puritan faith and to fighting evil.

adventure
1595

The Wood of the Dead

Solomon Kane ventures into a cursed forest to confront supernatural evil and save innocent villagers.

supernatural-encounter
1596

Solomon Kane battles the Witches of Elsdon

Kane confronts and destroys a coven of witches terrorizing the English countryside.

adventure
1598

Solomon Kane's voyage to Africa

Kane travels to West Africa to pursue an evil sorcerer and dispel the dark forces threatening the land.

supernatural-battle
1600

Final confrontation with Asmodeus

Kane faces the powerful demon Asmodeus in a deadly spiritual battle, reinforcing his role as a champion against darkness.