What is the Emotional Spectrum in the Green Lantern Universe?
The Emotional Spectrum in the DC Universe serves as the foundation for how those connected to the Green Lantern Corps obtain their powers - and can create the objects that serve as weapons. There are a wide range of colors - from Green to Violet and Yellow.
Those familiar with the Green Lantern Corps are usually seen as those wearing Green power rings - symbolizing a key aspect of how they maintain power: Willpower and a commitment to Justice and those principles have served as the main driver of their core philosophy. There have also been other Lantern Corps that showcase different aspects of the Emotional Spectrum such as Orange, Blue, Red and Indigo. As new characters continue to arise with their connections to this spectrum it could lead to an even greater expansion.
What Makes the Sorrow Lantern Different?
In DC Comics and in the larger universe for those fans of Green Lantern, this story arc revolves around a new force: Sorrow Lantern. It brings a powerful, potentially destructive, element that could shake the world as a threat, especially when compared to the more "standard" set of Green Lantern Enemy or even Green Lantern Enemies.
With a deep sorrow - and as the narrative shows those following the Green Lantern Mythos - this character is a key aspect of this evolution as those who have dedicated themselves to serving Justice have been forced to make tough choices, and often confront new forces - ones who might possess abilities, a powerful Green Lantern Abilities that have changed their perspective on Green Lantern Justice
Why Should I Read Green Lantern?
The Green Lantern Comics (including Green Lantern #15) is a highly-regarded set of stories within the larger world of DC Comics. For those who have been a longtime fan, the Green Lantern Lore continues to expand. The storyline has been created through a rich universe with those who wield Green Lantern Powers often having amazing stories. In this series, they fight against a multitude of foes as they have a strong connection to an elaborate set of traditions and Green Lantern History - including those Lantern Corps that help safeguard a universe that often seems vast.
One of the reasons why these characters remain such popular figures across DC Comics, is how this series and its lore (often seen through their Green Lantern Costume - as they travel the universe - taking on missions. Their ability to bring Green Lantern Abilities (which usually involves wielding a green power ring, connected to the Emotional Spectrum and charged with cosmic energy), along with their missions that have often taken them across this world. The universe for this Green Lantern is one of the most celebrated parts of DC Comics' world and continues to have a loyal fanbase, as the storyline has continued to deliver fresh, imaginative themes and plot twists that often showcase a sense of danger.
What is The Green Lantern Corps in DC?
The Green Lantern Corps (which has had numerous appearances in several forms of media) has continued to evolve throughout DC comics - those who follow those characters such as Hal Jordan - one of the most notable characters who often is portrayed as a Green Lantern - can notice just how influential the group is, especially as it attempts to establish itself as a leading force, even across various stories in DC Comics.
This organization is based upon those individuals, primarily Green Lanterns (often shown as they patrol vast expanses of the Green Lantern Universe as part of an intergalactic police force). This also is a strong connection to the larger DC Universe that has become one of the most powerful organizations, a constant protector of space as those wearing the iconic Green Lantern Costume serve as a crucial element to help enforce order in an incredibly diverse galaxy.
Is the Sorrow Lantern Connected to the Emotional Spectrum?
Those who follow the Emotional Spectrum will easily recognize this force as a powerful, cosmic force - which has influenced DC Universe and all those associated. It was also the origin for the Green Lantern’s powers as a key element to how he could create a wide assortment of weapons and take action against any force that might pose a threat to the galaxy.
As those associated with the Green Lantern mythology know, it appears to be in turmoil in recent stories. The Emotional Spectrum has become a potent, possibly destructive force and, with new characters emerging as Sorrow Lantern (whose ability stems from their power and his role, the darker aspects of emotion. The Sorrow Lantern often relies on his abilities and those associated with sorrow - especially in its relation to revenge), the DC Comics universe has been thrown into a state of disarray - with several heroes such as Hal Jordan and Star Sapphire (those who embody love and often take on the role as an important force, sometimes fighting for good), trying to navigate the complex changes - those that might redefine their path within this vast universe and help restore some semblance of order as those forces, which could cause destruction - become more powerful.
What Does the Sorrow Lantern Want?
The Sorrow Lantern has a particular set of powers that he aims to use. He was introduced as Green Lantern Enemy and was inspired by his own despair - a darkness that arose from a bitter past and was inspired by his history with Star Sapphire and how the hero made her own choices, especially as she began a relationship with Hal Jordan - those who are a constant pair within Green Lantern lore, a tale that often features how the pair battle together, but in a way that could bring danger and ruin, as this new character seeks his revenge.
He plans to unleash those Sorrow Lantern Powers that would, ultimately, tear down those who caused his misery - and, of course, it appears that he has a particularly strong hatred for Green Lantern and Star Sapphire, as this force seeks to make them pay for the choices that have led him to a world of misery. While he might be driven to destroy those that caused him sorrow his actions will ultimately serve as a threat to all, those who Love and follow those in the Green Lantern Corps.
Are There Different Lantern Corps?
The Green Lantern Corps is considered one of the most prolific organizations, but, in the larger world of Green Lantern, DC Comics has been keen to explore just how those heroes could represent all those who possess those Green Lantern Abilities - even the powers that come from other parts of the Emotional Spectrum.
This world continues to grow and expand as we are shown New Lantern Corps, including the Orange Lanterns who embody Avarice or the Blue Lanterns who are driven by Hope - and, most notably the Star Sapphire which is associated with the powers of Star Sapphire Love. The series often seeks to introduce other individuals who are in control of powerful emotions and those that may appear to be destructive - which are usually aligned to either Green Lantern and Star Sapphire.
What Are Some Common Enemies for Green Lantern?
Green Lantern - as a Green Lantern Leader - has faced a variety of challenges as an intergalactic peacekeeper and has had to deal with a diverse cast of Green Lantern Enemy, and those who oppose Green Lantern Justice. Each one of these opponents can have powerful connections to the Emotional Spectrum. These foes represent those that are against Green Lantern - their hatred can bring immense danger to the Green Lantern Universe.
There are countless characters such as Parallax - an entity associated with the Yellow Lantern Corps, those that fear their actions - and Sinestro - a formidable villain who, at one time was even Green Lantern himself, serving as Green Lantern's right-hand man. It shows just how dangerous, influential and complex, their characters and their actions can become.
