Green Lantern Clothing, Accessories & Figures

Green Lantern, specifically Hal Jordan, is one of the most iconic characters in the DC Universe and the first human Green Lantern. His origin is inextricably linked to the Green Lantern Corps, an intergalactic police force. Hal Jordan was a fearless and cocky test pilot when his life changed forever. An alien Green Lantern, Abin Sur, crashed on Earth, and before dying, used his Power Ring to find a worthy successor. The ring chose Hal Jordan due to his unwavering willpower and his ability to overcome fear. Thus, Hal became the new Green Lantern of Sector 2814 (which includes Earth), sworn to protect the universe and maintain peace using the power of will that his ring provides.

Green Lantern derives his incredible powers from his Power Ring and Power Battery, which are fueled by the green energy of willpower. The main powers granted by the ring include:

• Hard Light Constructs: The primary power, allowing the user to create anything they can imagine out of solid green light – weapons, shields, tools, vehicles, and much more.
• Flight: The ring enables the user to fly at supersonic or even light speeds through space.
• Force Fields: Ability to generate invisible or visible shields for protection from attacks or hazardous environments.
• Communication and Translation: The ring can translate all languages and allow communication between different species.
• Cosmic Analysis: Can analyze and understand matter and energy.
• Healing: To a lesser extent, it can heal minor injuries.

The ring is recharged by the Power Battery, which in turn connects to the Central Power Battery on the planet Oa, the headquarters of the Green Lantern Corps. The effectiveness of the powers directly depends on the user's willpower and their ability to overcome fear.

As one of the founding members of the Justice League, Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) brings a unique cosmic perspective to the team, as his jurisdiction extends beyond Earth and covers an entire space sector. His role is vital for addressing alien threats and cosmic conflicts that would be impossible for terrestrial heroes to handle alone. His relationship with Batman is often tense due to their differing methods and personalities – Hal is impulsive and daring, while Batman is cautious and calculating. Despite the differences, there is mutual respect. With Superman, they share a common commitment to justice and protecting the innocent. Green Lantern often serves as Earth's representative on the intergalactic level, providing the Justice League with a dynamic link to the cosmic forces of the universe.

Green Lantern has a rich rogues' gallery of iconic adversaries, many of whom are connected to the emotional spectrum and the different powers they represent. Sinestro is Hal Jordan's arch-nemesis, a former Green Lantern who became an antagonist, believing in order through fear. Sinestro wields a yellow ring powered by the energy of fear, making him an extremely dangerous and personal foe. Parallax is an ancient entity of fear that can corrupt Green Lanterns, and once possessed Hal Jordan, leading to one of the character's darkest periods. Atrocitus and the Red Lantern Corps represent rage and seek the destruction of the Green Lanterns. Star Sapphire (Carol Ferris), a former love interest of Hal, represents love and can become an adversary due to her ring. These adversaries test not only Green Lantern's physical strength and willpower, but also his ability to confront fear and the darker aspects of existence.

Green Lantern has appeared in various non-comic adaptations, though his journey to the live-action big screen has been more challenging. His most recognizable television appearances are in the animated series "Justice League" and later "Justice League Unlimited," where John Stewart is the primary Green Lantern, known for his serious and disciplined demeanor. Hal Jordan features as the main character in the animated series "Green Lantern: The Animated Series" (2011-2013), which received positive reviews for its cosmic storytelling and artistic approach. The first live-action film "Green Lantern" (2011), starring Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan, was a commercial and critical failure, negatively impacting public perception of the character for a time. However, Green Lantern has made successful appearances in other animated projects like "Justice League: The New Frontier" and "Green Lantern: First Flight". With the new DCU from James Gunn and Peter Safran underway, a new "Lanterns" television series has been confirmed, which will focus on multiple Green Lanterns, indicating a brighter future for the character on screen.

Green Lantern has starred in many pivotal stories that have shaped the DC Universe and his role in the Green Lantern Corps. The Golden Age first introduced him as Alan Scott (a different Green Lantern), but the Silver Age in Showcase #22 (1959) introduced Hal Jordan, marking the beginning of the modern era for the character. The "Green Lantern/Green Arrow" (1970s) series by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams was groundbreaking, tackling social issues and bringing a grittier perspective to the character. "Emerald Twilight" (1994) saw Hal Jordan go mad after the destruction of Coast City and become the villain Parallax, a shocking moment that led to Kyle Rayner taking on the role. Geoff Johns' "Green Lantern: Rebirth" (2004-2005) series brought Hal Jordan back as Green Lantern and re-examined the Parallax storyline, laying the groundwork for the character's modern era. Finally, "Blackest Night" (2009-2010) was a cosmic event that saw the resurrection of the dead and involved the entire emotional spectrum, with Green Lantern at the core of the action.