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Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps
Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps, Vol. 6: Zod's Will
After a recent battle with Superman in Action Comics, General Zod recovers and takes control of a small, undeveloped world. When Hal Jordan investigates, it sets the course for a confrontation between the Kryptonian warrior and the Corps' bravest and brightest Lanterns in Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps Vol. 6!
The only thing standing in the way of the Green Lantern Corps taking down General Zod and rescuing Hal Jordan from behind enemy lines turns out to be the leaders of the Corps itself--the Guardians of the Universe. Can the Corps change the Guardians' minds, or will they revolt to save their captured comrade?
Written by Robert Venditti (X-O Manowar) and illustrated by the dynamic art team of Ethan Van Sciver (Green Lantern: Rebirth, The Flash) and Rafa Sandoval, Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps Vol. 6 dives even further into the Green Lantern mythos! Collects issues #37-41.
The only thing standing in the way of the Green Lantern Corps taking down General Zod and rescuing Hal Jordan from behind enemy lines turns out to be the leaders of the Corps itself--the Guardians of the Universe. Can the Corps change the Guardians' minds, or will they revolt to save their captured comrade?
Written by Robert Venditti (X-O Manowar) and illustrated by the dynamic art team of Ethan Van Sciver (Green Lantern: Rebirth, The Flash) and Rafa Sandoval, Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps Vol. 6 dives even further into the Green Lantern mythos! Collects issues #37-41.
128 pages, Paperback
First published September 25, 2018
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About the author
Robert Venditti
795 books396 followersRobert Venditti is a New York Times bestselling author of more than three hundred comic books and graphic novels. Some of his works include the monthly comic book series Justice League, Superman ’78, Hawkman, and Green Lantern for DC Comics, X-O Manowar, Armor Hunters, and Wrath of the Eternal Warrior for Valiant Entertainment, and the graphic novel Six Days, inspired by the story of his uncle’s participation in D-Day. He has also adapted Rick Riordan’s global bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus novels, as well as Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia and Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz. His graphic novel The Surrogates was adapted into a feature film by Touchstone Pictures, and his work on The Flash was the basis for season three of the CW television series.
Venditti lives in Atlanta, where he both writes and serves as a storytelling consultant for some of the most recognizable entertainment brands in the world.
Venditti lives in Atlanta, where he both writes and serves as a storytelling consultant for some of the most recognizable entertainment brands in the world.
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August 15, 2022
Spinning out of Zod's recent appearance in Superman: Action Comics, Vol. 5: Booster Shot, the Green Lanterns come across Zod's take over of a planet. This thing is full of action and great art by Rafa Sandoval. He's quickly became one of DC's top artists and outshines Ethan Van Sciver and Brandon Peterson on the book. Clearly this is setup for a bigger showdown in the future. I'm excited to see where this is headed.
November 26, 2019
Things really get a lot better when General Zod and his family are around! It's just super cool! I also like the Kyle and Hal's interaction scenes. Plus the artwork is so, so lovely! Great job!
August 14, 2018
[Read as single issues]
Recently freed from the Phantom Zone, General Zod is out in the universe once again. Along with his wife Faora and his son Lor, Zod has his sights set on Jekuul as his new homeworld. The Green Lantern Corps aren’t exactly pleased with a known Kryptonian war criminal setting up shop in their backyard, but with Zod and his family empowered by the nearby yellow sun, can even the might of the entire GLC stand against them?
After a few arcs of separation, it’s so nice to see all of the original four Earth Lanterns back together for a story. Hal, Kyle, John, and Guy are all here with their own specific missions relating to the reappearance of General Zod, and it’s when they’re all together than writer Robert Venditti is able to highlight their similarities and differences even more effectively than before. Of course, Hal’s the star of the show and the driving force behind what happens, but Kyle and Guy aren’t slacking, and I’ll admit that Venditti has even managed to turn me towards liking John despite my vehement dislike for the character (or, more specifically, most writers’ inability to make him a character).
Zod’s an interesting foil for the Corps at this point – they’re trying to re-establish themselves after the return of the Guardians and the fall of the Sinestro Corps, but Zod mostly just wants to be left alone. Of course, doing that could allow him to amass military might that no one in the universe wants him to have, but it’s a very different type of villain that they’re facing here. He doesn’t want to fight, but he will if he has to. Zod has a very strict code of honour, and that shines through here – he’s a military man, even if he’s usually fighting on the wrong side of things. After 50 issues of X-O Manowar, Venditti knows his way around the mind of a leader.
Despite all the praise, this story does go around in circles a little. There’s about an issue and a half that could be trimmed out of the middle because the characters spend too long yelling and not enough time acting, and I’m still baffled by the return of the Guardians and how compliant the GLC (and the Earth Lanterns especially) are with listening to them again. It’s definitely a regression in terms of the autonomy of the Corps, and I’m sure it won’t be long before the Guardians are ‘evil’ again, even if most of them have been replaced by Ganthet, Sayd, and the more chilled out Templar Guardians.
Rafa Sandoval is the main artist on this arc, and his superstar style continues to carry this book to even greater visual heights. While Ethan Van Sciver is the biggest name attached to Hal Jordan & The Green Lantern Corps, Sandoval is easily the standout, and has managed to draw more issues of the title than anyone else at this point. Van Sciver also gets an issue of this arc, as does Brandon Peterson whose almost CGI’d style fits the cosmic world of the GLC with ease, although his figures can sometimes lack a bit of humanity.
Zod’s Will is another great entry in this already great series. It’s got a few flaws, but nothing that prevents it from being a rollicking good time, with gorgeous art, an interesting antagonist, and some well-thought out character comparisons along the way.
Recently freed from the Phantom Zone, General Zod is out in the universe once again. Along with his wife Faora and his son Lor, Zod has his sights set on Jekuul as his new homeworld. The Green Lantern Corps aren’t exactly pleased with a known Kryptonian war criminal setting up shop in their backyard, but with Zod and his family empowered by the nearby yellow sun, can even the might of the entire GLC stand against them?
After a few arcs of separation, it’s so nice to see all of the original four Earth Lanterns back together for a story. Hal, Kyle, John, and Guy are all here with their own specific missions relating to the reappearance of General Zod, and it’s when they’re all together than writer Robert Venditti is able to highlight their similarities and differences even more effectively than before. Of course, Hal’s the star of the show and the driving force behind what happens, but Kyle and Guy aren’t slacking, and I’ll admit that Venditti has even managed to turn me towards liking John despite my vehement dislike for the character (or, more specifically, most writers’ inability to make him a character).
Zod’s an interesting foil for the Corps at this point – they’re trying to re-establish themselves after the return of the Guardians and the fall of the Sinestro Corps, but Zod mostly just wants to be left alone. Of course, doing that could allow him to amass military might that no one in the universe wants him to have, but it’s a very different type of villain that they’re facing here. He doesn’t want to fight, but he will if he has to. Zod has a very strict code of honour, and that shines through here – he’s a military man, even if he’s usually fighting on the wrong side of things. After 50 issues of X-O Manowar, Venditti knows his way around the mind of a leader.
Despite all the praise, this story does go around in circles a little. There’s about an issue and a half that could be trimmed out of the middle because the characters spend too long yelling and not enough time acting, and I’m still baffled by the return of the Guardians and how compliant the GLC (and the Earth Lanterns especially) are with listening to them again. It’s definitely a regression in terms of the autonomy of the Corps, and I’m sure it won’t be long before the Guardians are ‘evil’ again, even if most of them have been replaced by Ganthet, Sayd, and the more chilled out Templar Guardians.
Rafa Sandoval is the main artist on this arc, and his superstar style continues to carry this book to even greater visual heights. While Ethan Van Sciver is the biggest name attached to Hal Jordan & The Green Lantern Corps, Sandoval is easily the standout, and has managed to draw more issues of the title than anyone else at this point. Van Sciver also gets an issue of this arc, as does Brandon Peterson whose almost CGI’d style fits the cosmic world of the GLC with ease, although his figures can sometimes lack a bit of humanity.
Zod’s Will is another great entry in this already great series. It’s got a few flaws, but nothing that prevents it from being a rollicking good time, with gorgeous art, an interesting antagonist, and some well-thought out character comparisons along the way.
June 6, 2018
Wow what an arc.
World: The art is fantastic when Sandoval is drawing it. I know Van Sciver is great, I loved him during Blackest Night but man does Sandoval draw a beautiful GL book. His constructs are gorgeous and powerful, his expressions are full of emotion and the splash pages are just…I’m running out of adjectives. The world building here is also fantastic. After seeing Zod run off in Suicide Squad we now know where he went and putt him in the DCU and thriving is a great thing, not depowering and making him a villain of the week thing but a real and tangible threat and giving him a piece of the world for more drama to unfold. This is what Venditti has done and it’s great.
Story: A balls to the walls action packed story with a lot of consequence and setting up for huge future stories. I love that Venditti went head on dealing with the Guardians problem and having John have that interaction with them, it really puts the GL Corps and their relationship with the Guardians in the spotlight it’s well done and allows for great drama in the future. I also loved what Venditti did with Zod, he used him smartly and menacingly and not just a wrecking ball but a tactician and down the line for even more great drama. With Sinestro running around and now Zod, space is getting interesting again. The pacing for the story was good, the emotions raw and fast and easy to follow. This is an action movie book and that’s what we got, it’s fun it’s loud and Venditti has made it also deep with all the pieces and the machinations. It’s a good arc, some will think the end was fast and convenient but more than anything I like how much it sets up for the future of the GL universe.
Characters: Hal is Hal and he gets to be super Hal this arc but that’s just who he is, a bomb blast a impulsive force of nature and this arc has that on display, not very deep but effective for the story. Venditti has done a great job at defining each Human Lantern and then playing with Kyle this arc, it was fun to watch. Redefining the Guardians and their place in the universe was also a tall order and I like how Venditti is taking his time with it and not pulling any punches in terms of what they did in the past and dealing with it. Zod, what can I say, he was used to great effect and not just to push the terrorist but also create a bigger piece of space for him to run around so that in the future there will be more awesome drama. I love how Zod and his family is a dark mirror for Clark and his and I can’t wait when they meet again cause, let’s be honest Supes is the one that needs to take him down.
A fun fun ride with amazing art and boundless potential for future stories.
Onward to the next book!
*read individual issues*
World: The art is fantastic when Sandoval is drawing it. I know Van Sciver is great, I loved him during Blackest Night but man does Sandoval draw a beautiful GL book. His constructs are gorgeous and powerful, his expressions are full of emotion and the splash pages are just…I’m running out of adjectives. The world building here is also fantastic. After seeing Zod run off in Suicide Squad we now know where he went and putt him in the DCU and thriving is a great thing, not depowering and making him a villain of the week thing but a real and tangible threat and giving him a piece of the world for more drama to unfold. This is what Venditti has done and it’s great.
Story: A balls to the walls action packed story with a lot of consequence and setting up for huge future stories. I love that Venditti went head on dealing with the Guardians problem and having John have that interaction with them, it really puts the GL Corps and their relationship with the Guardians in the spotlight it’s well done and allows for great drama in the future. I also loved what Venditti did with Zod, he used him smartly and menacingly and not just a wrecking ball but a tactician and down the line for even more great drama. With Sinestro running around and now Zod, space is getting interesting again. The pacing for the story was good, the emotions raw and fast and easy to follow. This is an action movie book and that’s what we got, it’s fun it’s loud and Venditti has made it also deep with all the pieces and the machinations. It’s a good arc, some will think the end was fast and convenient but more than anything I like how much it sets up for the future of the GL universe.
Characters: Hal is Hal and he gets to be super Hal this arc but that’s just who he is, a bomb blast a impulsive force of nature and this arc has that on display, not very deep but effective for the story. Venditti has done a great job at defining each Human Lantern and then playing with Kyle this arc, it was fun to watch. Redefining the Guardians and their place in the universe was also a tall order and I like how Venditti is taking his time with it and not pulling any punches in terms of what they did in the past and dealing with it. Zod, what can I say, he was used to great effect and not just to push the terrorist but also create a bigger piece of space for him to run around so that in the future there will be more awesome drama. I love how Zod and his family is a dark mirror for Clark and his and I can’t wait when they meet again cause, let’s be honest Supes is the one that needs to take him down.
A fun fun ride with amazing art and boundless potential for future stories.
Onward to the next book!
*read individual issues*
November 24, 2018
I'm entirely conflicted on this volume. First, it's telling that GL's rogues gallery is so poor that they've got to steal Zod from Superman. Second, it's incredibly lazy that they stole Zod from Superman when the story would have worked better without his backstory baggage dragging along. Third,, it almost certainly wasn't the intention, but this story makes you root for Zod, and Hal comes off as a hot-headed twit. Fourth, smack anyone who tries to draw real-world parallels from the story - its interesting enough as a philosophical abstract not to be corrupted with politics. Fith, the whiplash of John Stewart's character changing wildly between the last volume and this one is disturbing, as is the artistic inconsistency through the issues, sometime from page to page. Pick a style and stick with it.
November 5, 2021
This was another great one!
Hal and Kyle go to Jekuul but confront Zod there and well as they fight they lose to the General and well one is captured and even then negotiations fail and when its time to rescue their men, the GOTU sort of interrupt and the defiance and the renegade attitude continues and as the GLs go to Jekuul to rescue their friend, a big war ensues. Who will win? Zod or GLs? And whatever is Zod's plan?
Its a pretty good story and pits the team against the battle crazed kryptonian and its a pretty interesting volume as we see the power of Hal's ring and how his friends come in to save their friend and I also like the way they show Hal at his best. But what I missed is the crazed final fight that should have happened after so much build up but maybe in future volume they might deliver on that promise but the main thing is the art and its rock solid here.
Hal and Kyle go to Jekuul but confront Zod there and well as they fight they lose to the General and well one is captured and even then negotiations fail and when its time to rescue their men, the GOTU sort of interrupt and the defiance and the renegade attitude continues and as the GLs go to Jekuul to rescue their friend, a big war ensues. Who will win? Zod or GLs? And whatever is Zod's plan?
Its a pretty good story and pits the team against the battle crazed kryptonian and its a pretty interesting volume as we see the power of Hal's ring and how his friends come in to save their friend and I also like the way they show Hal at his best. But what I missed is the crazed final fight that should have happened after so much build up but maybe in future volume they might deliver on that promise but the main thing is the art and its rock solid here.
December 11, 2018
Of course its great fun. Why would it be? These books are all so great to look at and the stories are just a blast.
February 12, 2021
5 🌟
The Green Lanterns fight General Zod and his family.
The Green Lanterns fight General Zod and his family.
October 18, 2021
After the events of Superman: Action comics vol 5, Zod and his family are out on their own in the universe, and as we see in this volume, they have settled on a planet on which the population see them as gods. The GLC finds them, realizes what they're doing, then tries to defeat them.
This doesn't go to well for Hal Jordan and company. It seems to me that characters always try to take on Zod on their own, forgetting that this is basically evil Superman. And here we see just how bad an idea it is to take him on, especially when backed up by his wife and son. Eventually they "defeat" Zod, by using diplomacy of all things, which when you think about it, is what they should've used in the first place.
I thought this volume was a blast to read. The fact that the story continues from the Action Comics story makes the DC universe feel whole and connected. But on top of the continuity aspect of it, the story of watching the 4 main lanterns fighting Zod, then the backup GLC fighting Zod and his family, was awesome and just really good superhero comics goodness. I think Zod kinda being out there as a danger in the universe adds a lot to the DC universe, and seeing the heroes come across him from time to time is pretty awesome.
Highly recommended for fans of the DC universe's cosmic side.
This doesn't go to well for Hal Jordan and company. It seems to me that characters always try to take on Zod on their own, forgetting that this is basically evil Superman. And here we see just how bad an idea it is to take him on, especially when backed up by his wife and son. Eventually they "defeat" Zod, by using diplomacy of all things, which when you think about it, is what they should've used in the first place.
I thought this volume was a blast to read. The fact that the story continues from the Action Comics story makes the DC universe feel whole and connected. But on top of the continuity aspect of it, the story of watching the 4 main lanterns fighting Zod, then the backup GLC fighting Zod and his family, was awesome and just really good superhero comics goodness. I think Zod kinda being out there as a danger in the universe adds a lot to the DC universe, and seeing the heroes come across him from time to time is pretty awesome.
Highly recommended for fans of the DC universe's cosmic side.
July 20, 2018
[Read in single issues]
Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps is 100% my favorite title. I'm really sad that Venditti is leaving the title (and essentially causing the title to end). This story arc made my heart stop because of poor Kyle and everything he was put through. I really do like where this story arc places us in the next and how the ramifications feel completely real and serious.
Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps is 100% my favorite title. I'm really sad that Venditti is leaving the title (and essentially causing the title to end). This story arc made my heart stop because of poor Kyle and everything he was put through. I really do like where this story arc places us in the next and how the ramifications feel completely real and serious.
November 30, 2019
Watching this battle royale between Green Lantern and the Corps and Zod and his family is why comics can be so much fun to read. It's action packed, and the ending was great and leaves so much room for more great storytelling like this one was.
April 7, 2022
I always have a hard time believing that a Green Lantern could defeat a strong Kryptonian, let alone three, especially when they actually want to do him harm. But I digress. The story here is still a step up from the last volume. In order to understand what the hell Zod and his fam are doing conquering a planet, you’ll need to read the events of Superman: Action Comics: The Rebirth Deluxe Edition Book 3.
March 3, 2023
Zod's Will is the sixth installment of this Green Lantern series where Hal & Kyle are on patrol to a distant planet, reminiscent of Earth's stone age. However, what they discover is that the House of Zod now inhabits and reign over the realm. Recalling their hostility, the duo attempt to take out the Zod family only to be defeated easily and held prisoner. Upon hearing word back in headquarters, Guy & John organize a rescue team, despite the reformed Guardians' advice, to rescue their comrades. It is now a showdown between Green Lanterns and Kryptonians.
For what it's worth, it was a story I was kind of excited to read about. I expected it to be like an epic space war between the two teams, and while it is, it's not on a big, grand scale. Add also that this collection is relatively short, only a 128 pages. Despite its short length, the story doesn't falter on the main focus and comes with a few cool panoramic panels. It's good, but maybe had it been just one more comic issue longer, it could have been better. With the ending, it implies an even bigger event is about to unfold in the aftermath.
For what it's worth, it was a story I was kind of excited to read about. I expected it to be like an epic space war between the two teams, and while it is, it's not on a big, grand scale. Add also that this collection is relatively short, only a 128 pages. Despite its short length, the story doesn't falter on the main focus and comes with a few cool panoramic panels. It's good, but maybe had it been just one more comic issue longer, it could have been better. With the ending, it implies an even bigger event is about to unfold in the aftermath.
October 4, 2019
I am surprised that this only has 3.5 star rating on Goodreads , coz honestly I had a proper blast reading this .
This one continues from the previous appearance of General Zod and his family in Action comics , and from the first panel this is full of action as Zod family deliver the ass kicking of a lifetime to nearly all the big GL corps member .
The book showcases how powerful Zod actually is , and by the end of the book , we are also witness to the awesomeness of the greatest Green Lantern to ever live .
The art style really complements the story ,as panel after panel action scenes are depicted both beautifully and in detail making the reading experience awesome
And honestly I don't know why this is rated so low on Goodreads , coz Epic action sequence and setting in motion a mysterious evil masterplan by Zod family , I mean I really like where this is headed . A definite recommend 4 out of 5 stars for me
This one continues from the previous appearance of General Zod and his family in Action comics , and from the first panel this is full of action as Zod family deliver the ass kicking of a lifetime to nearly all the big GL corps member .
The book showcases how powerful Zod actually is , and by the end of the book , we are also witness to the awesomeness of the greatest Green Lantern to ever live .
The art style really complements the story ,as panel after panel action scenes are depicted both beautifully and in detail making the reading experience awesome
And honestly I don't know why this is rated so low on Goodreads , coz Epic action sequence and setting in motion a mysterious evil masterplan by Zod family , I mean I really like where this is headed . A definite recommend 4 out of 5 stars for me
January 19, 2019
While on a routine investigation, Hal and Kyle are captured by General Zod. Will the Corps be able to come to rescue while they're trying to adjust to the return of the Guardians.
There's a lot to love about this story. Zod is totally arrogant and full of himself, so pretty much everything Hal says or does feels more or less justified and not especially arrogant. Hal has some amazing moments. While other Lanterns shine and do their thing with Kyle being particularly heroic,there's no doubt while Hal's name's on the masthead.
The return of the Guardians is more of a mixed thing. I didn't like the method of bringing them back in the final volume, but they do serve a purpose by making the Green Lanterns accountable. I thought John Stewart's handling them was a bit off times as he seemed passive aggressive.
Overall, it was a solid volume and a good outing all around.
There's a lot to love about this story. Zod is totally arrogant and full of himself, so pretty much everything Hal says or does feels more or less justified and not especially arrogant. Hal has some amazing moments. While other Lanterns shine and do their thing with Kyle being particularly heroic,there's no doubt while Hal's name's on the masthead.
The return of the Guardians is more of a mixed thing. I didn't like the method of bringing them back in the final volume, but they do serve a purpose by making the Green Lanterns accountable. I thought John Stewart's handling them was a bit off times as he seemed passive aggressive.
Overall, it was a solid volume and a good outing all around.
April 5, 2020
General Zod, out of the phantom zone, is back and has a plan.
The new guardians have a new policy, not imposing their will on the universe like the previous ones. Jon Stewart wants to give it a chance.
This is pretty interesting.
The new guardians have a new policy, not imposing their will on the universe like the previous ones. Jon Stewart wants to give it a chance.
This is pretty interesting.
September 11, 2019
A very thin story dragged out over too many pages. Nice art though.
February 6, 2019
Interesting moments here all around. The Guardians don't want to act like Guardians anymore, and actually follow their own rules. They even .
Some character work all around. This volume nicely displays some of the aspects that are unique about Hal as a result of having forged his own ring, nicely illustrates the differences in character between Lanterns Rayner, Jordan, Gardner and Stewart, and even presents Zod in an interestingly complex light. I don't think it will last long--Zod's always been a paint-him-black-and-call-him-evil villain, but I've been wrong before. Complexity along with primary colors is always nice in funny books.
One complaint, which is a spoiler so I'll cover it up. It's fairly mild, in my opinion, but you're fairly warned--
Some character work all around. This volume nicely displays some of the aspects that are unique about Hal as a result of having forged his own ring, nicely illustrates the differences in character between Lanterns Rayner, Jordan, Gardner and Stewart, and even presents Zod in an interestingly complex light. I don't think it will last long--Zod's always been a paint-him-black-and-call-him-evil villain, but I've been wrong before. Complexity along with primary colors is always nice in funny books.
One complaint, which is a spoiler so I'll cover it up. It's fairly mild, in my opinion, but you're fairly warned--
December 29, 2018
I absolutely adore this series. I could go on and on, but I'm just going to make some bullet points:
- Kyle Rayner is finally likable again. Seriously, him channeling Hal's willpower was beyond perfect! (It may have also been a bit confusing and maybe stretched my suspension of disbelief a little bit... but honestly, I didn't care because it was too awesome!) I can't count how many times I laughed out loud whenever Kyle would say or do something that was very "Hal." Seriously hysterical. I kind of want to own those issues.
- I was wondering when Zod and his family were going to show up! They finally did in the best way possible--a fight against the Green Lantern Corps that was as tactical as it was action-packed!
- Guy Gardner: Seriously, the guy led a "renegade" group of GLs to save Hal when he was held captive by Zod, and REFUSED to hit a child (even a Kryptonian child) who was beating the crap out of him. Can someone tell me why this character is so under-appreciated?
- A final ending theme about the difference between police work and war--about why the GLs and other heroes don't take the Red Hood route and kill. (Because, even though I love Red Hood as a character, it's obvious we need more heroes like the GLs and fewer antiheroes like him.)
Seriously, I can't say enough about this graphic novel. It was intense, interesting, funny... and just about everything I've come to expect from this series. Only downside... I am now caught up and I have to actually wait for the next volume.
- Kyle Rayner is finally likable again. Seriously, him channeling Hal's willpower was beyond perfect! (It may have also been a bit confusing and maybe stretched my suspension of disbelief a little bit... but honestly, I didn't care because it was too awesome!) I can't count how many times I laughed out loud whenever Kyle would say or do something that was very "Hal." Seriously hysterical. I kind of want to own those issues.
- I was wondering when Zod and his family were going to show up! They finally did in the best way possible--a fight against the Green Lantern Corps that was as tactical as it was action-packed!
- Guy Gardner: Seriously, the guy led a "renegade" group of GLs to save Hal when he was held captive by Zod, and REFUSED to hit a child (even a Kryptonian child) who was beating the crap out of him. Can someone tell me why this character is so under-appreciated?
- A final ending theme about the difference between police work and war--about why the GLs and other heroes don't take the Red Hood route and kill. (Because, even though I love Red Hood as a character, it's obvious we need more heroes like the GLs and fewer antiheroes like him.)
Seriously, I can't say enough about this graphic novel. It was intense, interesting, funny... and just about everything I've come to expect from this series. Only downside... I am now caught up and I have to actually wait for the next volume.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 13, 2018
The Green Lantern Corps sends two of its best, Hal Jordan and Kyle Rayner, out to investigate disturbances on a specific planet. What they think will be an easy day instead puts them face-to-face with General Zod, and wife and son. They have basically used the power of the two suns to establish themselves as gods, enslaving the intelligent life and trying to establish a 'New Krypton'. Since Zod blames the GLC for now helping to save Krypton in its time of need, he captures Hal and Kyle, but Kyle is able to escape and get back to Oa.
John Stewart is trying to have a rescue mission be mounted for them, but the Guardians are now being more contemplative about their decisions. When they decide that help will not be sent, a large contingent of Lanterns goes anyway and battle begins. First willpower is winning, then Zod and family, back and forth (completely awesome and well written/drawn fighting) until the Guardians arrive and break up the fighting. It appears as if Zod will get away with everything, but in fact, he gets away with so much more, having downloaded the contents of Kyle's ring, giving them a massive amount of knowledge usually only for GLC members (i.e. full galactic map, informational databases, etc)
When will Zod rear his head again? How will the quota of the GLC change when they finally go investigate the Source Wall (broken in Metal) or when Grant Morrison takes over writing a GL book?
Overall, excellent as usual. Recommend.
John Stewart is trying to have a rescue mission be mounted for them, but the Guardians are now being more contemplative about their decisions. When they decide that help will not be sent, a large contingent of Lanterns goes anyway and battle begins. First willpower is winning, then Zod and family, back and forth (completely awesome and well written/drawn fighting) until the Guardians arrive and break up the fighting. It appears as if Zod will get away with everything, but in fact, he gets away with so much more, having downloaded the contents of Kyle's ring, giving them a massive amount of knowledge usually only for GLC members (i.e. full galactic map, informational databases, etc)
When will Zod rear his head again? How will the quota of the GLC change when they finally go investigate the Source Wall (broken in Metal) or when Grant Morrison takes over writing a GL book?
Overall, excellent as usual. Recommend.
June 5, 2023
Fabulous and Cosmic
Exhilarating Green Lantern Episode featuring General Zod and Kryptonian family pitted against the might of the Green Lantern corps. Stunning artwork abound and a catchy, original and thrilling script ensue to provide a great and fantastic narrative. This graphic novel is very appealing and is uniquely interesting. Hats off to Robert Venditti in developing a splendid script.
Exhilarating Green Lantern Episode featuring General Zod and Kryptonian family pitted against the might of the Green Lantern corps. Stunning artwork abound and a catchy, original and thrilling script ensue to provide a great and fantastic narrative. This graphic novel is very appealing and is uniquely interesting. Hats off to Robert Venditti in developing a splendid script.
September 27, 2021
Is Zod a war criminal who escaped the Phantom Zone? Yes. But Hal & Pals (should be the name of the series) track him down while he's not bothering anyone and try to put him in Green Jail. Can't root for the Greatest Green Lantern of all time in this one.
August 13, 2019
great volume with the GL corps vs general Zod
May 8, 2024
Great book and art.
Both the art and book were fantastic. A bit on the short side but great nonetheless. It is worth your time to read this series.
Both the art and book were fantastic. A bit on the short side but great nonetheless. It is worth your time to read this series.
September 18, 2024
Great art as always and some really cool moments with Kyle and Hal, but the ending was very anticlimactic.
December 13, 2020
Synopsis: The Green Lantern Corps encounter Zod and his family on the planet Jekuul. Hal and Kyle engage them without the Guardians' permission, because the Guardians, of course, want to take a super long time to discuss the issue. The Guardians intervene on Jekuul and tell the Lanterns to go home, which they reluctantly do. During this whole thing, at one point Hal and Kyle lost their rings and got them back, but Zod did get something from the rings. At the end, Zod tells Ursa and Lor that he downloaded all the statistics for all sectors in the universe.
Review: Didn't care for this one. It felt like a filler arc that didn't really have any consequences and only affirmed what everyone knew: the Guardians being back sucks. I was so annoyed when they were like "oh, we need to convene about this first." Fuck you. Even with Ganthet and Sayd with them, they're still assholes and I have yet to see how this arrangement is different from before. Why should they be allowed to veto John's orders? He's been leading the Corps just fine without them. Whatever.
It's action packed and pretty to look at, but there's not much substance there. Hal does some impressive shit yet again, which I love, so 2 stars.
Review: Didn't care for this one. It felt like a filler arc that didn't really have any consequences and only affirmed what everyone knew: the Guardians being back sucks. I was so annoyed when they were like "oh, we need to convene about this first." Fuck you. Even with Ganthet and Sayd with them, they're still assholes and I have yet to see how this arrangement is different from before. Why should they be allowed to veto John's orders? He's been leading the Corps just fine without them. Whatever.
It's action packed and pretty to look at, but there's not much substance there. Hal does some impressive shit yet again, which I love, so 2 stars.
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July 26, 2019
Zod's Will (#37-41). In general, this feels like one of Venditti's stronger Green Lantern
The problem with this arc is that it all feels like a setup for Brian Michael Bendis' Superman — like DC has decreed the titles must show a more coherent universe, and so Venditti writes about Zod, but can't tell a story with any actual results for Zod and family, because that's Bendis' thing. So Venditti instead tries to make it a story about how the new Guardians act, and it's somewhat successful, but there's still a lot of water treading going on here [3+/5].
The problem with this arc is that it all feels like a setup for Brian Michael Bendis' Superman — like DC has decreed the titles must show a more coherent universe, and so Venditti writes about Zod, but can't tell a story with any actual results for Zod and family, because that's Bendis' thing. So Venditti instead tries to make it a story about how the new Guardians act, and it's somewhat successful, but there's still a lot of water treading going on here [3+/5].
May 11, 2019
Meh. John acts wildly out of character in this volume, and the Guardians have decided they’d rather sit back and talk rather than go rescue a Lantern they sent out on a mission. I’m not sure why they think equivocation and appeasement is a better option than “imposing their will”, but their decision to let Zod go free as he continues to subjugate a people has literally none of that forethought they said they were gonna use. This is badly written from top to bottom.
But at least the art is pretty, and while Van Sciver is a garbage fire of a human, he’s still the best GL artist around. Still, DC should probably stop giving him work.
But at least the art is pretty, and while Van Sciver is a garbage fire of a human, he’s still the best GL artist around. Still, DC should probably stop giving him work.
May 3, 2020
Zod has always been an interesting villain and this volume shows what a formidable opponent he is (together with his family of Kryptonians). Kyle was not looking great this issue with how injured he was in the fight, but seeing Hal and him team up to work their way out of this one was amazing. Hal is stubborn and smart and Kyle has all the willpower worthy to be a Green Lantern. The solidarity the Corps holds with each other was my favorite part of the issue. When it comes down to it, if they have to disobey orders in order to fight for each other, they all will. I'm almost done with this run and I'm going to be quite sad when it's over because it's been such a positive experience.
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