On the medieval fantasy planet of Athmoora, Sir Hal of the Lantern-a.k.a. Hal Jordan-must do battle with the evil wizard Ah-Bah-Nazzur, scourge of the Four Kingdoms! What is Ah-Bah-Nazzur's secret? And what does it have to do with the looming extinction-level Multiversal threat that leaves countless dead super-beings in its wake?
The Green Lantern #9 is a feast for the mind as well as the eyes. Grant Morrison again adds breadth to the DC cosmic universe by bringing the past forward and reminding the reader of the incredible richness to be found in the tiniest nook and cranny of the DCU's history. Along with Liam Sharp's stunning visual this is another not to be overlooked issue of one of DC's best comics. Read Full Review
The Green Lantern continues to open new doors for the DC Cosmos and GL mythology, mining its rich history to weave together a fantastical epic full of joy Read Full Review
I love how this issue is essentially two stories colliding into one, it really raises the stakes and paints the picture that is the QWA-MAN! It will take an army to stop him! This book continues to be the best book on the shelves. Morrison and Sharp leave nothing on the table, A mix of a maddening story-line, witty dialogue and masterful art. This issue is absolutely a must read and can't be missed! Read Full Review
While the first season nears its finale, one can only hope this duo will be inspired to carry the title passed the initially solicited 24 issue run. In what has been affectionately coined All-Star Green Lantern, fans support and affinity for this title is at an all-time high with this unique brand of space justice. Morrison and Sharp continue to drive home the modern day classic. Not only a high point for the Green Lantern mythos and DC comics currently, but a series and run that will stand the test of time. Read Full Review
Whenever its Green Lantern week I know Im in for something special that I could never imagine. This creative team is delivering one of the best modern day Silver Age runs weve experienced in decades. Stop cheating yourself if you havent gotten on board this title yet. Read Full Review
Whether you'd kept abreast of the overarching plot points or you've never picked this book up a day in your life, I promise you're going to find this issue impressive and tons of fun. Read Full Review
The Green Lantern starts to get bigger and crazier " in all the best ways " as we head into the climax of the series. Read Full Review
In another fantastic issue of The Green Lantern, Grant Morrison and Liam Sharp bring a pulpy Silver Age vibe while keeping it grounded with strong characterisation and dynamic art. Read Full Review
Really good issue that I will revisit frequently and a decent jumping on point for fans of multiversity. Read Full Review
From the lush fantasy world to the varied characters to the unexpected horror of the villain reveal, this is one book that delivers visuals that stick in your mind long after you've finished reading. A perfect mix of writer and artist. Read Full Review
"The Green Lantern" #9 is a clear indication that Grant Morrison's brightest days are nowhere close to being behind him. Read Full Review
Hal Jordan returns to the stars and meets a familiar yet different face. An extra dimensional threat is making its way through the multiverse wreaking havoc and causing destruction. Hal will need the help Green Lantern Corps from across the multiverse to face this threat. Read Full Review
An intriguing departure from recent trends in the Green Lantern mythos that remains true to the core of Hal's character. Read Full Review
This already excellent series has reached a turning point, one likely to only expand upon its already notable strengths. Read Full Review
VerdictAfter a tilting entry point, The Green Lantern #9 really picks up as it layers the plot with Multiversal references, including Morrison's own Society of Super-Heroes. The mystery of the dead super-beings is just the first aspect, but it goes beyond that as Morrison weaves in his penchant for DC Comics lore and the Multiverse. It's going to be a weird, fun and nostalgic ride! Read Full Review
Morrison's approach to the series, with a bunch of done-in-one installments, has done a great job in shrinking the scale of the stories without sacrificing stakes. Read Full Review
This issue is a fantastic looking bunch of nonsense. Grant Morrison is too busy throwing obscure references at the reader to tell a coherent story and I've pretty much had enough. Take the Morrison name off this book and I bet all those scores above mine would plummet very quickly! It does look great though and that is almost all of my score. Read Full Review
Prelude:
The last couple issues have been of varying quality, but this should put us back onto track.
The Good:
Interesting start.
I like the medieval planet Hal is on.
Love that his ring talks to him now.
The Abin Sur twist was good.
The Mutliverse of Green Lantern's looks really cool.
As to be expected, Liam Sharp's art is crazily great throughout.
The Bad:
Nothing.
Conclusion:
Another great issue from Morrison and it feels like we're back on track for the main story. It sets up this second half well and it's up to the future issues to tie it back into the first half of the season.
I didn't love this quite as much as previous issues, but it was still very good. Interestingly I remember a Green Lantern medieval story in Silver Age GL, but for once I don't think Grant Morrison was actually making reference to that.
Also, this makes the variant I ended up with for #8 feel more relevant.
La verdad Grant Morrison escribe cosas muy extrañas. La lectura es complicada entre tantos nombres alienígenas y sucesos sin contexto sucediendo a la vez. Sin embargo, este número lleva a un interesante desenlace.
Once again there’s something just slightly off that makes it hard to follow the events.
Although not as big a miss as last issue, this issue doesn't do it for me.
There's something inherently fun in opening the book and having absolutely zero idea what's coming up. Grant Morrison, once again, delivers the goods on this front.
I greatly enjoy how Morrison and Sharp use their British Isles frame of reference in writing/drawing this title (and not just this issue). Faeries, wizards, knights in shining armor...it's fun, it's different, it's trippy. Definitely not for everyone.
Fun book, written and drawn on a giant scale. I'm enjoying the ride. In fact, it's the only ongoing DC title I feel committed to reading on a regular basis.
THE GOOD:
-This was a pretty good issue. It's still far from the best this series can be, however.
-The art is really great. I love it.
-I liked the sword and sorcery take on Green Lantern. That was fun.
-I don't know how I'm gonna feel about next issue, but I can't wait to see more of that stoner Lantern.
THE BAD:
-I don't really feel like this warranted a whole issue, story-wise. Especially considering the story continues into issue 10, so it's not self-contained.
-Eh, I'm not crazy about an alternate earth storyline. Those have never been my favorite, and the end of this issue was rather predictable. Nothing like the crazy twist ending in issue 7.
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