Green Arrow #3
This collection brings together issues #13-18 of the 2004 Green Arrow series, continuing the adventures of Oliver Queen as he navigates the political and personal fallout from his recent actions. Written by Judd Winick with art by Scott McDaniel, the story pits the Emerald Archer against a new threat while exploring his evolving role as a hero and public figure.
In "Straight Shooter, Part One: Hired Guns," Green Arrow takes on a high-stakes battle to protect a low-income neighborhood from a ruthless corporate takeover, backed by Black Lightning's niece and a legal fight that could drag on for years. When violent, otherworldly creatures begin terrorizing the streets, Ollie’s mission shifts from protest to survival—leaving him to question who’s really behind the attacks. Written by Judd Winick and illustrated by Phil Hester, with inks by Ande Parks, colors by Guy Major, and letters by Sean Konot, the issue’s cover by Matt Wagner captures the tension of a city on edge.
In "Straight Shooter, Part One: Hired Guns," Green Arrow steps in when a powerful corporation threatens to evict tenants from a low-rent neighborhood to make way for a massive shopping complex. With Black Lightning’s niece leading the resistance and Ollie covering legal costs, the fight seems like a classic battle for justice—until monstrous creatures begin attacking the streets, turning the protest into something far more dangerous.
In "Straight Shooter, Part Two: Not in My Backyard," Green Arrow and Jo face a sudden surge of monstrous threats in Lamb Valley, where the Elevast Corporation has hired Drakon to eliminate the creatures before their origins come to light. As Ollie and Joanna navigate the tension between their growing connection and the looming court case against Elevast, the fight takes a sudden turn when Ollie is overwhelmed by a wave of attackers.
In "Straight Shooter, Part Three: Beasts of Burden," Green Arrow and Connor face off against one of the monstrous threats, leaving it at the morgue for identification. After a brief, unexpected moment with Joanna, Ollie returns to the morgue only to find Drakon stealing the creature—and the fight that follows leaves Green Arrow on the defensive.
In "Straight Shooter, Part Four: New Wounds," Connor and Ollie uncover the painful truth that the monsters they face were once human laborers for Elevast, turning their fight into something far more personal. Mia overhears Ollie and Joanna’s private moment, sparking a simmering tension that threatens to unravel their fragile team dynamic. With Drakon back and the stakes higher than ever, Green Arrow finds himself better prepared—but not necessarily out of danger.
In "Straight Shooter, Part Five: Loose Ends," Green Arrow races against time to uncover the truth behind the monstrous transformations in Lamb Valley, only to arrive too late at Joanna's apartment—where Drakon has already struck, killing Black Lightning's niece. The mystery deepens as Oliver Queen confronts the chilling aftermath of a betrayal that's far from over.
In "Straight Shooter, Part Six," Ollie faces a devastating choice as Drakon turns his fury toward the Queen family, setting the stage for a volatile showdown with Connor and Mia. Meanwhile, the truth behind the Lamb Valley Monster case unravels, exposing the deeper reach of the Elevast conspiracy, while Black Lightning moves beyond justice—into retribution—after the loss of his niece.
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↩ Reprints Green Arrow Secret Files & Origins #1 (2002), Green Arrow #26 (2003), Green Arrow #27 (2003), Green Arrow #28 (2003), Green Arrow #29 (2003), Green Arrow #30 (2003), Green Arrow #31 (2003)
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