Conan the Barbarian (1970) #262
Conan has every intention of getting away from a doomed city, but the beckoning call of a damsel in distress forces him to return and to confront a deadly sorceress who can transform herself into a panther! Characters: Conan; Hobb; Rufia (flashback); Jubali (first appearance; flashback); Mazdak (villain; flashback).
"Panther's Blood" is written by Roy Thomas, with art by E.R. Cruz. (Note: Adapted from REH's "Guns of Khartum.") Cover price $1.25.