The Green Lantern #11 // Review
Continuing on their very own cosmic odyssey, Grant Morrison, Liam Sharp, and Steve Oliff reintroduce readers to the varying Lanterns across the Multiverse. This 2000ad inspired take on the mythos continues to set itself apart from its predecessors and deliver a true modern-day classic to fans new and old. As the series continues the stance against decompressed storytelling, closes out the arc in fully realized fashion before the season finale next issue.
While the Green Lantern Corps of Sector 2814 are left to deal with the wreckage of a Star by a group of Suneaters, Sinestro emerges from the shadows. Meanwhile, Hal Jordan and the Multiversal Green Lantern Corps hope to save the Tangent Lantern of Earth-9 as they come face-to-face with the Golden Lantern Sir Zundernell. Who guards the Cosmic Grail of Earth-15, last seen in Multiversity. After their immediate capture, Hal Jordan finds himself alongside a very familiar female face in the shape of Carol Ferris of Earth-11. Learning the secrets behind their capture and the truth behind the emergence of the Multiversal GLC, Hal, and Carol are saved by an unexpected ally while the rest of the Lanterns take down their golden adversary.
The sheer magnitude of Liam Sharp’s artistry cannot be stated enough. From corner to corner, every page is completely packed to the brim in glorious linework to pour over for hours. Bringing the various Lanterns across the Multiverse is no small task, but for Mr. Sharp, it’s just another day in the collaboration of a lifetime. The Godfather of digital coloring himself, Steve Oliff continues to take the majesty of Sharp’s artwork and fully realize it into an ultimately higher plane of existence.
To no one’s surprise, Grant Morrison crafts a series like no other before it within the mythos. Continually pushing the boundaries and creating a place for any reader to jump on while adding extra attention to detail for those more seasoned fans simultaneously is old hat for Morrison. Scripting each issue to stand alone while also able to be a part of something even more significant is a breath of fresh air in this decompressed storytelling landscape. With one last issue to close out the season, Grant is sure to deliver a truly jaw-dropping finish to this overall amazing series.
Whether new or old to the Lantern mythos this series provides an excellent jumping-on point for any reader. This series continues to completely outdo itself with each new chapter. Delivering something truly unique and magnificent to readers all at once. From the pure genius scripting of Grant Morrison to the master class artistry of Liam Sharp and right back to the beautifully rendered colorwork of Steve Oliff, this series will truly stand the test of time being backed with so much love from these three masters of the craft.
