Hal Jordan & The Green Lanterns Corps (USA) di R. Venditti

[Hermit]

Letto il #17
Tutto sommato un bel numero e c'è

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[Azrael]

Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #17
Written by Robert Venditti
Art by Ethan Van Sciver and Jason Wright
Lettering by Dave Sharpe
Published by DC Comics
Review by Justin Partridge
'Rama Rating: 9 out of 10

The most underrated corpsman gets a stirring spotlight issue in Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #17. Robert Venditti, continuing his streak of large-scale science fiction and focused character work, brings Kyle Rayner back fully into the fold, taking him from White Lantern to restoring him to the position of "Torchbearer" of the Green Lantern Corps once again. Though I'm not exactly thrilled that the developments of the now seminal Omega Men have been reversed, Venditti does a great job of reminding readers exactly why Kyle wore the ring all those years ago and how he fits into the new paradigm of the Corps.

Penciler Ethan Van Sciver also hops deftly between the sci-fi visuals and character moments, giving us sweeping views of the now operating Mogo, dynamic panel layouts, and theatrically engaging character work. Van Sciver's proven hand at drawing Lanterns is given a nice layer of tonality and contrast by the colors of Jason Wright. From the sterile lighting of Guy's medbay to the ominously emerald Sciencells, Wright shows a keen eye for the intention of the scene and colors them accordingly, pulling together Venditti and Van Sciver's tightrope acts into a cohesive and compelling experience. Kyle Rayner may not be everyone's favorite Lantern, but after Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #17, you'll see that "Rebirth" is a lot brighter now that he's back.

Though Kyle is really this issue's main focus, Robert Venditti makes a real effort to remind readers of the rest of his simmering plots. Along with Kyle's return, Venditti checks in on the fallout of last issue's brutal fight between Guy Gardner and Arkillo. This leads to a rare showing of emotion from Guy, keeping in line with Venditti's penchant of showing heart beneath even the roughest of exteriors. But, like Guy would say, #17 isn't all touchy-feely. Venditti also introduces a dark turn in the career of Tomar-Ru, who crosses a huge line here that is sure to come back to haunt the Corps in later issues. Venditti may have a clear intention for #17's story, but its nice to see him putting the work in when it comes to his large cast.

Since we've gotten this far, I feel as if I should be honest with you all; I freaking love Kyle Rayner. So while the previous issues team-ups with Hal, Kyle, and Saint Walker have been a ball, seeing Kyle being welcomed back into the larger fold of his book was a planet sized ball. But, to address the elephant in the room, it isn't ideal that Omega Men, one of DC's most compelling single works in recent memory, is now rendered somewhat inert, but Venditti works for Kyle, building to this moment as Hal lays himself out for Kyle, telling him that, in his mind, Kyle is the greatest Green Lantern due to his big heart and even bigger imagination.

Venditti doubles down on this trust Hal has in Kyle by teaming him up again with Walker in order to direct the White light toward resurrecting the Blue Lanterns. It doesn't pan out quite like it should, however. Instead of bringing back the Blues, they are blocked by some external force, and the feedback echos throughout the universe in a flashy sequence from Van Sciver and Wright. But while their plan didn't work entirely, the series is now boasts one more Green Lantern, and in a great position for the new craziness Robert Venditti has in store for the Corps.

As true as the north star, Ethan Van Sciver is still drawing the hell out of Lanterns, but in this title his work is given a new dimension thanks to the colors of Jason Wright. Van Sciver's pedigree with ringslingers is probably a scientific truth at this point and #17 is no exception. But its Jason Wright that makes it well and truly pop thanks to his uncanny ability to "read the room" when it comes to the staging. Throughout this issue, Wright's malleable color choices accentuate the emotions at play, like the moody and tense holding cells of Mogo that are cast in heavy green shadows or in the backlit overcast sky as Kyle and Walker attempt their resurrection. Van Sciver is the understandable marquee name on this title, but don't sleep on colorist Jason Wright; I'm not sure this title would be what it is without him.

A big return marks big things for Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps and suddenly the dream of the 90's is alive in the DCU. Robert Venditti, Ethan Van Sciver, and Jason Wright have taken their slice of the universe and steadily expanded it while never forgetting what makes these characters heroes to start with. And now, the "Torchbearer" has returned, and maybe now, hope won't be far behind.

[Azrael]

Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #18 (Preview)



http://www.cbr.com/hal-jordan-and-the-green-lantern-corps-18/

[Man of Steel]

Letto #18
Woah, ma bella Venditti!
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[Hermit]

Letto il #18
Numero che non mi ha detto granchè, finchè non è comparso

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[Azrael]

Review: HAL JORDAN AND THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #18

7/10

http://www.comicosity.com/review-hal-jordan-and-the-green-lantern-corps-18/

[Azrael]

Fan-Favorite DC Character Returns For REBIRTH In HAL JORDAN- SPOILERS

http://www.newsarama.com/34003-fan-favorite-character-returns-for-rebirth-in-hal-jordan.html

[Azrael]

The current set with the Green Lanterns and the Sinestro Corps as "partners" in the quest for intergalactic justice has had some promising aspects before, but we finally get to see some of that partnership in action between two of the lesser known members of both teams. It still seems like Robert Venditti is ready to terminate the partnership even before the book really delves into what it means for fear and will power to unite. It's not a bad comic by any standard, but the inter-Corps brawl on Mogo is pretty pointless. It's hard to follow Ethan Van Sciver on this book, and V Ken Marion's art doesn't quite have the same flavor. Marion does well with the Lantern costumes, the power constructs, and the general cosmic aspects of it. But Marion's human characters sometimes lack the human touch, which makes the leads look stiff and even alien compared to the rest of the Corps. It's not a deal breaker for the issue, but more evolution is needed. -Blair

Final Score:

6.7/10

[Azrael]

Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #18 (Published by DC Comics; Review by Jon Arvedon; 'Rama Rating: 8 out of 10):

In Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #18, writer Robert Venditti continues to expand upon the integration of the Green and Yellow Lanterns – a plot point that feels as though it's been the driving force of the series for nearly 10 issues. While Venditti has managed to keep things fresh thus far, the bickering between the two Corps has the potential to become tiresome should it continue much longer. Thankfully, a truce born out of mutual respect between Guy Gardner and Akrillo seems to indicate that the in-fighting will be put to rest, at least for the time being. From a visual standpoint, the book is aesthetically pleasing, although penciller V. Ken Marion doesn't quite manage to escape from the shadows of Rafa Sandoval and Ethan Van Sciver, who typically handle the art on this title. Even Dexter Vines' inks and Dinei Ribeiro's colors feel softer and less impactful that what we've come to expect from the series. In any case, the story still manages to satisfy, particularly with the return of an unexpected character in the closing pages of the book, which will presumably follow suit with issue #17 in bringing Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps out from its largely self-contained bubble and into the greater depths of the post-Rebirth DCU.

[Azrael]

HAL JORDAN & THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #24
Written by ROBERT VENDITTI
Art and cover by ETHAN VAN SCIVER
Variant cover by KEVIN NOWLAN
"FRACTURES" part three! Secrets are out and battle lines are drawn. The partnership of the Green Lantern Corps and the Sinestro Corps begins to crumble before it explodes!
On sale JULY 12 • 32 pg, $2.99 • FC • RATED T

HAL JORDAN & THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #25
Written by ROBERT VENDITTI
Art and cover by ETHAN VAN SCIVER
Variant cover by KEVIN NOWLAN
"FRACTURES" part four! In this extra-sized issue, it's Lantern vs. Lantern as the GLC and Sinestro Corps duke it out over the murder of Sinestro Corps members. And a Lantern turns his back on their friends, embracing the darkness.
On sale JULY 26 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T

[Man of Steel]

Vabbo speravo durasse un po' di più questo team-up, era molto interessante....

[Azrael]

Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #19 (Preview)



http://www.newsarama.com/34214-rip-hunter-explains-the-future-in-hal-jordan-green-lantern-corps-19-preview.html

[Hermit]

Letto il #19
Numero normale, si spiegano un po' di cose da parte di Rip. Speriamo solo che sia un arc decente

[Man of Steel]

Letto #19
Molto bello!
La minaccia non c'entra niente con Manhattan e ci sta dai, non tutto deve essere legato al Rebirth e i GL fanno parte di quel gruppo insieme a GA.
In questi casi bisogna anche mettere da parte le loro vittorie contro nemici come Volthoom o Nekron, loro sì che erano dei veri big bads, questi invece....cosa vuoi che siano...

[Azrael]

What if one of the major Lantern corps ceased to be simply because it won over the remaining members of another group of ring wielders? That's the idea put forth in the latest issue of Hal Jordan & the Green Lantern Corps, and it's also the thing that the story may end up destroying. There's still a unique quality to seeing the Green Lanterns and the Sinestro Corps as partners, and it would be unfortunate to lose that so quickly. V Ken Marion capably handles himself here, but Robert Venditti's characterizations of Hal and Kyle were somewhat shaky. Venditti does tend to write an overly arrogant Hal, and that comes into play again here. As for Kyle, there's a moment in this issue that seems completely wrong for him. It's as if Kyle regressed back to the '90s in ways beyond his old Green Lantern uniform. Overall, this is a solid issue, but it doesn't entirely click. -Blair

Final Score:

7.0/10