The cosmic clash rages in Green Lantern #21 as Hal Jordan and Kyle Rayner fight to safeguard the Emotional Spectrum! But their battle turns dangerous when they face off against the malevolent Starbreaker, who’s not alone. Joining forces with him is the Fractal Lantern, Sorrow, adding a layer of menace. Fortunately, Hal and Kyle aren’t without reinforcements: Superboy and Odyssey step in to lend a hand. But will the combined strength of this team be enough to stop the villains from tipping the scales in their favor? And with the Lanterns off battling in outer space, who does the Department of Extranormal Operations (DEO) trust to handle the fallout back on Earth? The answers are coming, but they may not be what you or the Lanterns expect.
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Written by Jeremy Adams, with art by Jack Herbert and colors by Romulo Fajardo Jr., this issue picks up right where the last confrontation left off, with Starbreaker and Sorrow bringing chaos to the cosmos. The continuity is solid, and the callbacks feel deep and rewarding for longtime fans. However, I can’t help but feel a little bummed by how quickly Sorrow appears in Green Lantern Corps while he’s still in the middle of a fight here. Since these two books will likely appeal to the same fanbase, the editors and Adams can tighten things up as the Fractured Spectrum story arc unfolds across both series.
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This issue is packed with story—so much so that it almost feels like three issues in one. That’s fantastic pacing for monthly readers and keeps the energy high throughout. The opening battle is a knockout, and I appreciate the attention given to Odyssey, who is quickly becoming one of my favorite new characters. Her dynamic with Superboy is intriguing, and I’m hoping Adams finds time to dig deeper into their relationship. It’s a bold choice to bring a “Super” character into a “Lantern” book, but Adams stays true to his “All In” promise, making it work in ways I didn’t expect. Plus, seeing other Green Lanterns pop up brings back memories of X-Men Blue/Gold, with their shared roster creating exciting possibilities for future team-ups and crossovers between the two series.
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The third act brings Hal Jordan back to Earth for a reason that’s as intriguing as it is unexpected: rebuilding the Central Batteries for the other Corps. But while the return to Earth adds a fresh twist, I can’t shake the feeling that the new villain may pull focus from the Fractured Spectrum storyline. Still, seeing the romantic chemistry between Carol Ferris and Hal Jordan is entertaining—this creative team nails their dynamic. Both characters are portrayed as capable and complex, far beyond their usual portrayals as needy or ruthless. I especially appreciate how they react to the DEO’s newest agent, a moment that caught me off guard with the reveal. While I’m curious to see where that new character’s story goes, I’d much rather see the Fractured Spectrum arc wrapped up first. Despite minor gripes, this series remains an incredibly entertaining monthly read that delivers a thrilling mix of action, character development, and cosmic stakes.
Hal Jordan and Kyle Rayner battle Starbreaker and Sorrow to protect the Emotional Spectrum, with Superboy and Odyssey stepping in to help. The issue delivers thrilling action, character development (especially Odyssey and Superboy), and exciting cosmic stakes. Hal’s return to Earth to rebuild Lantern Corps’ Central Batteries adds a fresh twist as the DEO handles Earth’s fallout. However, the new villain recruit may shift focus from the main arc. An entertaining mix of story and pace!
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