Kilowog BETRAYS Green Lantern Corps! Sinestro Corps' New Recruit!

Get ready for a shocking twist in the DC Universe! A beloved member of the Green Lantern Corps has just made a major power shift.

Kilowog's Betrayal

In Green Lantern Civil Corps Special #1, out October 9, 2024, one of the most loyal Green Lanterns of all time, Kilowog, is back from the dead—but not as you knew him. In this amazing, unbelievable story he shows up not as a member of the Green Lantern Corps, but instead as a member of the dreaded Sinestro Corps, wielding the power of a Yellow Lantern!

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The Shocking Return

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This major surprise shows a deep fracture in the Green Lantern Corps, which is already suffering under the rule of Lord Premier Thaaros! Kilowog's switch changes the whole DC lore that everyone knew! This awesome new Green Lantern comic provides a truly remarkable hook. Not only for this one-shot comic but this looks like it might set the stage for big battles for John Stewart! His brother Ellie played a role here, too, providing an awesome scene. But it didn't last long! As Kilowog used a yellow blast to throw John Stewart into his sister's construct, creating that tension you'll only get from the epic and powerful Green Lantern Corps stories!

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Kilowog's Death and Resurrection

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Readers first got a sneak peak of what might occur as Kilowog's previous fate, an apparent death back in Green Lantern #7 (released early 2024) didn't truly happen, leading him back into the world as a Yellow Lantern. His initial death took place in an epic "battle." He was a member of Hal Jordan's and Thaaros' teams. A whole bunch of bad guys tried to make them fall. But when he went down there was some intense combat.

In an unforgettable scene, a bomb went off from their energy power and looks like it got the most well loved Green Lantern but what you'll realize! This new storyline keeps Kilowog kicking as he takes his place on the opposing side as Thaaros starts his take over. John Stewart better be ready! As Thaaros's new minion will definitely have his sights on that ultimate power! His goals are to get John Stewart's Dark Star Ring!

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Decades of Friendship Shattered

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This unexpected shift from one team to another is huge! Because it's breaking years of strong alliances, for Kilowog. He started with the Green Lanterns back in Green Lantern Corps #201 (released in 1986) Kilowog's relationship with other team members may never truly be mended!

It breaks his decades long friendships with Hal Jordan and John Stewart.
The intense friendship these lanterns share could change forever!

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A War Is Coming

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The conflict between Thaaros and the Green Lanterns is just starting! A DC Comics war looks inevitable with Kilowog on Thaaros' side. With such a power shift, there are sure to be even greater battles than ever imagined! What will it take to fight this powerful villain and bring peace to the world? What a way to show off what’s in store. You’ll have to wait until October 9th, 2024 to see what awaits John Stewart as he takes on his former friend in battle. This unexpected new adaptation in "Green Lantern Civil Corps Special #1" will continue Kilowog’s tale! Get ready as "Green Lantern" might have an intense and memorable war. This new series is available for anyone to view from DC Comics.