And Then I Read: GREEN LANTERN CORPS 52 & 53

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Issue 52 wraps up the "Revolt of the Alpha-Lanterns" storyline in a fairly satisfying way. I still don't like the whole Alpha-Lantern idea, but the sacrifice and redemption of one of them here is well done, and the battle against the Cyborg Superman has some effective moments as well.

Issue 53 begins a new story focusing on The Weaponer, a longtime GL villain, and one with an ability that makes him pretty effective against the Corps: he can quickly evaluate any opponent and create a weapon to defeat them. The story also brings Qward into the picture, the Weaponer's home, and Sinestro as well, the target of The Weaponer's wrath. Not a bad start.

The art on 53 by Tyler Kirkham and Batt is effective, though the over-muscled and busily-rendered style isn't really to my taste. The storytelling is fine, and there's plenty of energy from everyone, so it's not a bad superhero look. And so far, in this title, Brightest Day is not overcomplicating things.

Recommended.