WARNING: Contains Spoilers for Absolute Green Lantern #1!
The debut issue of DC’s Absolute Green Lantern has finally landed, and Hal Jordan’s new circumstances are nothing short of remarkable. The Absolute Universe has redefined the character in an astonishing manner, essentially transforming him into an immortal entity, while also forging an unexpected connection to a certain well-known Marvel hero.
Hal Jordan and the Hulk: An Intriguing Parallel
In this reimagined narrative, Hal Jordan now shares more than just the color green with the Hulk.
Chaos Unfolds in the Absolute Universe
Written by Al Ewing, with art by Jahnoy Lindsay and Lucas Gattoni, Absolute Green Lantern #1 immediately illustrates the cruel reality Hal faces in the Absolute Universe. The story begins with Hal traversing a desolate highway, where a concerned police officer stops to check on him. The officer is met with an unexpected sight: a disoriented, terrified Hal, gripped by shock.
“You’re Not Going to Let Me Die, Are You?”: Hal’s Transformation
Cover B: Juliet Nneka Variant for Absolute Green Lantern #2 (2025)
Hal’s distress becomes evident as he enters a diner, where his peculiar demeanor and refusal to remove his hand from his pocket attract the attention of wary patrons and staff. His explanations of the chaotic events that transpired lead to an escalation of tension when a man seizes Hal’s concealed hand, expecting a weapon. Instead, what emerges is an inky black substance that lashes out, resulting in the man’s death.
In a moment of desperation, Hal warns the diners of the alien presence now inhabiting him—a being reminiscent of Marvel’s symbiotes. However, his pleas fall on deaf ears. When a waitress pulls a gun and shoots at him, the alien entity reacts violently, leading to a catastrophic end for everyone in the diner. Surprisingly, Hal discovers that rather than succumbing to his wounds, he experiences a miraculous recovery as the dark mass envelops his injuries.
Green Lantern Gains the Power of Immortality
Cover I: 1:25 Martin Simmonds Variant for Absolute Green Lantern #1 (2025)
This newfound integration with the alien entity grants Hal a chilling truth: while the presence within him shows no hesitation to kill, it is equally intent on ensuring his survival, swiftly mending fatal injuries. Thus, Hal Jordan has become an unkillable force, now resonating with similarities to the Hulk.
Absolute Green Lantern #1 is now available for readers through DC Comics!