Hal Jordan And The Green Lantern Corps #40

Writer: Robert Venditti Artist: Jordi Tarragona, Rafael Sandoval Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: March 14, 2018 Cover Price: $2.99 Critic Reviews: 20 User Reviews: 18
7.7Critic Rating
7.8User Rating

"ZOD'S WILL" part four! The Green Lantern Corps launch their assault on Zod and his world in order to free Hal Jordan. Kyle Rayner tries to control Hal's ring, but the power within the ring is overwhelming him. Will Kyle be able to stop Zod before the ring destroys him?

  • 10
    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles Mar 14, 2018

    Zod and his family definitely make for different opponents for the Corps and they make for a tough out even for the Corps' best. This has been a really fun storyline as it's more of a simple throwback to good guys fighting bad guys. Maybe it's not as brainy as some of the other reads on the market, but I'm really enjoying it. Read Full Review

  • 9.6
    You Don't Read Comics - Rick Lopez Mar 20, 2018

    Once again, Venditti and Sandoval outdo themselves, moving from Kyle and Hal being left devastated by these rogue Kryptonians to Kyle and the rest of he Corps being left completely devastated by these rogue Kryptonians. Read Full Review

  • 9.6
    SciFiPulse - Patrick Hayes Apr 10, 2018

    What more could you want than Green Lanterns versus evil Kryptonians? This excels in every possible way, giving readers plenty to cheer and boo. The story is great, filled with several surprises and excellent dialogue. The visuals are awesome, with so much action it's amazing it fit in just one book. This is a comic lover's comic book. Action, heroics, and villainy at its finest. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Comic Crusaders - Johnny "The Machine" Hughes Mar 14, 2018

    I love the fact that Zod is becoming something of a major villain in the DC Universe, after stints in Suicide Squad and the Superman books. Venditti has clearly understood how a super-powered zealot would feel if his home was destroyed, and the high and mighty Lantern Corps did nothing to save it. For a book that I don't read, featuring characters that I am not fond of, I was completely taken by surprise with how much I actually enjoyed this book. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Bleeding Cool - Joshua Davison Mar 16, 2018

    Hal Jordan and the GL Corps #40 is another adrenaline-fueled sci-fi action extravaganza from writer Robert Venditti. The story is endless fun, and the artistic team kills it as always. This one comes recommended, check it out. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Comic Book Revolution - Kevin Lainez Mar 20, 2018

    Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #40 is another strong chapter in "Zod's Will" arc. With this being an action heavy issue Rafa Sandoval had plenty of material to show off how epic he can make a battle between some of the most powerful characters in the DC Universe. While being action heavy Robert Venditti was able to give us plenty of moments that continued to develop the character arcs for John Stewart, Kyle Rayner and Hal Jordan. And with the Green Lantern Corps now pushed to the corner how Venditti resolves "Zod's Will" is anyone's guess, which adds further excitement to the ending. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Black Nerd Problems - Oz Longworth Mar 16, 2018

    There aren't many books in the DC lineup that do sci-fi action like this. This issue in particular does what this book does best"punches you in the face with a green boxing glove and ask questions later if you're still conscious. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Comic Watch - John Jack Mar 19, 2018

    Man, I can't wait for next issue, this arc rules. Fans of the series shouldn't miss it! Get on this if you aren't already. Man, I'm gonna miss Venditti. Read Full Review

  • 8.3
    Word Of The Nerd - Brent Jackson Mar 14, 2018

    Hal Jordan and The Green Lantern Corps #40 is just plain and simple a fun superhero comic book. The story is not groundbreaking or anything super special, but it does not always have to be. Sometimes I just want my heroes to do superhero stuff and that is exactly what this story arc is delivering. It is letting the Green Lanterns looseon some Kryptonianfoes and it is just fun! The art really shines in Hal Jordan and The Green Lantern Corps #40. It is wonderfully detailed and fills the issue with tons of excitement and energy. No, it is not the greatestthing I have ever read or seen, but man it was a joy and a delight to read! Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Comic Bastards - Cat Wyatt Mar 14, 2018

    The cover for this issue is probably one of my favorites, at least for now. Both Hal and Kyle are beautifully rendered, while also being clearly shown as being connected to each other via the ring. It's actually pretty clever " somebody not reading the series wouldn't know that, and thus wouldn't get a spoiler. That's the perfect combination for a cover if you ask me. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Green Lantern Corps - iggy Mar 14, 2018

    This comic was fantastic, while I do believe the actual fight against Zod has been drawn out one issue to long, However that complaint is mitigated by the fight sequences within this issue, plus the tease of a second confrontation between Hal and Zod. Sandoval's art remains some of the best art in superhero comics, Now if only I didn't have to wait two weeks before I found out the conclusion of this story! Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Blog Of Oa - Myron Rumsey Mar 15, 2018

    Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #40 showcases the bitter battle between General Zod and the Green Lantern Corps. Things don't go too well for the good guys in this one, but the stage is set for the final showdown in the battle for Jekuul next issue. The plot may not advance too far but that doesn't present this from being entertaining and the artwork alone is worth picking this one up. Read Full Review

  • 7.5
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Mar 15, 2018

    Overall, it's a good arc that's maybe gone on an issue too long. Read Full Review

  • 7.4
    Comicsverse - Eric Nierstedt Mar 14, 2018

    HAL JORDAN AND THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #40 brings the fight to Zod, as the Lanterns arrive to save Hal. Unfortunately, this issue isn't much more than a fight, which only serves as a warm-up for the next issue. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    DC Comics News - Matthew Lloyd Mar 15, 2018

    While an exciting issue with some really nice character moments, this is mostly a prolonged battle between the GLC and the House of Zod. However, the set up for a showdown between Hal and Zod is in place for next issue. Read Full Review

  • 6.5
    GWW - Deron Generally Mar 13, 2018

    A good story that should have moved forward, but repeats the plot points and fights from the previous issues and gives nothing new. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    ComicBook.com - Christian Hoffer Mar 14, 2018

    The fight doesn't reach the epic levels of past Green Lantern arcs, but most fans of the series should enjoy it. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    Comics: The Gathering - Hussein Wasiti Mar 14, 2018

    As you can tell, there just isn't much going on here. This issue is an entire action scene and is despicably the fourth part of an arc which I assume will go on for another two issues. As is the case with this book, the art is incredibly strong and the action looks simply gorgeous. Venditti's plotting just sours me on the whole experience, though. Read Full Review

  • 5.0
    Comic Book Bin - Philip Schweier Mar 14, 2018

    Kudos to DCfor pitting the Lanterns against Zod and Family, but for anyone who has readrecent issues of Action Comics, wehave a pretty firm idea of how all this turns out. Id appreciate it if nextissue we get considerably closer to the end of the current story arc. Read Full Review

  • 4.0
    Weird Science - Reggie Hemingway Mar 14, 2018

    Here's an issue that exists so that there could be six chapters to this story, justifying a neat trade collection. As such, it's a total rip-off. Visuals are absolutely gorgeous, but if you could use three bucks for better things than a staged conflict that leaves things more or less as we found them at the end of the previous issue, then I suggest you do so. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Gizmo Nov 3, 2018

    Nice action, love the layouts. Look at you Guardians gaslighting John Stewart on the first page; he let you guys take your leadership roles again with the understanding that he'd be a watch dog against your judgement, but here you are complaining already about disobedience. You'd think someone near immortal would have a better memory.

  • 8.0
    Dispatchdcu Mar 14, 2018

    Welcome to the Oblivion Bar where the first round is on me and the pretzels are free! Be warned: like the pickled eggs at the bar, this issue is going to get SPOILED rotten.

    If you like fighting, action, adventure, and Guy getting beat up by a kid, this issue is for you! This has great art, great fight scenes, great action, fun constructs, but no real story or plot movement. If you skipped this issue, everything could just be summarized in about two or three panels in this next issue.

    That said; it sounds like I didn’t like. That’s far from the truth. Sometimes you just need some action and fighting in a comic, especially when it’s drawn well.

    Basically, the corp went back to fight Zod and fam in orde more

  • 8.0
    GL Fan 2814 Mar 14, 2018

    Not much going on in the narrative storytelling department, but this was a fun issue anyways. Great action sequences and fantastic art throughout.

  • 7.5
    GL Mike Mar 15, 2018

    This is clearly a "filler" issue to extend the story arc. Nothing really happens to move the story along. It's a slugfest issue. The only saving grace is the artwork. Venditti is better than this.

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  • 7.5
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  • 7.5
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  • 3.5
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