Review: Green Lantern #37

Disaster, death, and destruction could await the Green Lanterns if they fail their latest mission, in part 1 of “A World of our Own”. They must travel to the planet Ungara to uncover a deadly plot. They need to solve a murder, make peace, and get past rioting crowds. Could this planet be headed to war? Writer Tim Seeley and artist Carlo Barberi head the latest of the Green Lantern’s adventures.Â

This issue had potential, but ultimately got lost in a complicated space plot. Later issues could turn this into an epic saga, or it could turn it into a Star Wars prequel. I could see it going either way at this point. There were times where I was like, “ok this is fun” and other times whereÂ I was like, “eh whatever”.Â

There wasn’t a whole lot of action, and the story was hard to follow at times. The narrative was just a bit overcomplicated if you ask me.Â I had multiple problems with the last scene, but I won’t spoil anything. I just felt like it seemed forced and random. In my opinion, Seely used a lazy tactic to advance the plot, but maybe that’s just me. The next issue could make it work, and it really wasn’t a big deal…but still.Â

I liked the character development in the book. Tim Seeley did a good job of telling a lot about Simon and Jessica in only 21 pages. Rebirth’s duo of Earth Green Lanterns continues to entertain. Simon and Jessica seem to be making their mark in the DC Universe rather quickly. The promise that these two characters show is exciting.

The art style used is a very comicbooky one if that makes sense. So if you’re more into realistic looking art then maybe it’s not for you. I personally did like the art, although I wouldn’t say I loved it either. There was a time or two where I didn’t think the art style worked, but overall the visuals were entertaining.

There were some fun things about this book. Some of the jokes, and dialog had a golden age vibe to it. Which isn’t horrible, but did Simon really just call a girl a “total smokeshow”“? Simon and Jessica use their rings in ways that I never thought of, which was clever. Maybe I just need to pick up my unread Green Lantern books, but either way I liked this element.They“d use their rings for disguises,companionship, and more. It was cool to see the rings used for more than fighting. It added character to the book.

I“ll admit the space stories can be hard, and “Green Lanterns” is no different. While it’s not bad, it’s not great either. The story shows potential, and I’m interested in part 2. I feel like issue 38 has the potential to steer this story in an awesome direction. I’m a big fan of the Green Lantern Corps, and I“m am glad to see some new Lantern’s thrown in the spotlight. Both Simon Baaz, and Jessica Cruz are solid characters. This issue is saved by the two main characters. It helps to have strong character development. Between this series and “Hal Jordan”“, the Lantern Corps in Rebirth is working for me.

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Writer: Tim Seeley
Penciler:Â Carlo Barberi
Publisher: DC Comics