12 Years Ago Today, DC Upgraded an Iconic Hero in a Way No Fan Could Have Predicted

The New 52 era was a particularly strong period for DC Comics’ Green Lantern universe. We saw a lot of different series exploring all corners of the Lantern mythos, even those tied to the darker emotions. While characters like Larfleeze and Sinestro often had stories centered on themselves, the Red Lanterns series was unique. It didn’t just focus on its leader, Atrocitus, but delved into how rage and hatred can fundamentally change a person. And a well-known DC hero experienced this transformation firsthand, trading their familiar outfit for the red of the Red Lantern Corps.








