DC Retroactive: Green Lantern - The '80s #1
In "The Big Betrayal!", Green Lantern John Stewart faces his first major test as a hero when his secret identity is exposed by newswoman Tawny Young, leading to dangerous consequences. Written by Len Wein and illustrated by Joe Staton, this 2011 DC Retroactive issue captures the emotional stakes of a hero’s personal life colliding with his duty—complete with a haunting cover by Staton that underscores the tension.
In "The Big Betrayal!", John Stewart’s fragile trust in a new connection is tested when his secret identity is exposed by newswoman Tawny Young, drawing the dangerous attention of the villain Sonar. As John races to protect her from the fallout, the cost of his heroism becomes painfully clear.
In "Judgment Day!", Hal Jordan returns to Oa after a year in exile, seeking redemption and a chance to come back to Earth. His hopes are tested when he finds Carol Ferris with another man, but as the truth unfolds, a long-awaited reunion begins—quiet, real, and full of unspoken history.
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↩ Reprints Green Lantern #172 (1984)
Reprinted in The DC Universe by Len Wein #[nn] (2019)
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