Green Arrow: The Archer's Quest Deluxe Edition #[nn]

Name: Green Arrow: The Archer's Quest Deluxe Edition #[nn]
Brand: DC
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Oct 2015 · DC · 24.99 USD; 28.99 CAD

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About this Collection

This deluxe hardcover collects the complete 'Archer's Quest' storyline from Green Arrow (2001) #7-10 and #12-15, written by Brad Meltzer with art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks. The story follows Oliver Queen as he attempts to recover items from his past that could be used against him, leading to a reflective journey through his history as a hero and the legacy of those he's lost. This oversized edition includes the full script to issue #7, character designs, and other behind-the-scenes material.

In "The Archer's Quest, Chapter One: Photograph," Green Arrow and Shade confront a mystery tied to Ollie’s past when they reveal a secret pact meant to erase his identity if he died—leading to Cat-Man’s presence at his funeral. With the Arrow Cave now in ruins and a reanimated Solomon Grundy inside, Ollie and Speedy race to uncover what happened, guided by a single photograph that holds more weight than anyone expected. Written by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Phil Hester, with inks by Ande Parks, colors by James Sinclair, and letters by Sean Konot, this deluxe edition features cover art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks.

Contains 6 stories

The Archer's Quest, Chapter One: Photograph

22 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen]Superman [Clark KentKal-El] (guest)Oracle [Barbara Gordon] (guest)Arsenal [Roy Harper] (guest)The Shade (villain)Cat-Man [Thomas Blake] (villain)Black Canary [Dinah Lance]Green Arrow [Connor Hawke]Troia [Donna Troy]Nightwing [Dick Grayson]Flash [Wally West]Wonder Woman [Diana]AquamanMartian ManhunterAtom [Ray Palmer]Hawkman [Carter Hall]Elongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Sue DibnyThe Question [Vic Sage]ZatannaVixen [Mari Macabe]Eddie FyersGreen Lantern [John Stewart]Carol FerrisTom KalmakuNorthwindBlack Lightning [Jefferson Pierce]Wildcat [Ted Grant]Green Lantern [Alan Scott]Flash [Jay Garrick]More (all in civilian attireall photos)

In "The Archer's Quest, Chapter One: Photograph," Ollie QC reflects on the aftermath of his supposed death, sharing quiet moments with Superman as they review photos from his funeral—until a face he doesn’t recognize catches his eye. When Oracle uncovers the truth, revealing the uninvited guest to be the former Cat-Man, Green Arrow and Arsenal set out to confront the enigmatic figure, chasing a mystery that blurs the line between mourning and menace.

The Archer's Quest, Chapter Two: Grays of Shade

23 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen]Arsenal [Roy Harper] (guest)Black Canary [Dinah Lance] (guest)Oracle [Barbara Gordon] (guest, voice only)The Shade (villain)Cat-Man [Thomas Blake] (villain)Solomon Grundy (villain)Flash [Barry Allen] (cameo flashback)Green Lantern [Hal Jordan] (cameo flashback)Superman [Clark KentKal-El] (cameo flashback)Batman [Bruce Wayne] (cameo flashback)Wonder Woman [Diana] (cameo flashback)Flash [Wally West] (cameo flashback)Flash [Jay Garrick] (cameo flashback)Spectre (cameo flashback)Carol Ferris (cameo flashback)Ace (cameo flashback)

In "The Archer's Quest, Chapter Two: Grays of Shade," Green Arrow and Speedy race to uncover the truth behind a mysterious deal that could unravel Ollie’s legacy, as Shade reveals his role in a plan to erase the Arrow’s identity. With the Arrow Cave in ruins and a resurrected Solomon Grundy waiting inside, the duo must piece together the fragments of a past they thought was buried.

The Archer's Quest, Chapter Three: Grundy No Like Arrows in Face!

22 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen]Arsenal [Roy Harper]Solomon Grundy

The Archer's Quest, Chapter Four: Superfriends

22 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen] (feature)Green Lantern [Kyle Rayner] (guest)Flash [Wally West] (guest)Martian Manhunter (guest)Arsenal [Roy Harper] (guest)Green Lantern [Hal Jordan] (cameo in photo)Black Canary [Dinah Lance] (cameo in photo)Flash [Barry Allen] (cameo in photo)Aquaman (cameo in photo)

The Archer's Quest, Chapter Five: Kryptonite

21 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen]Arsenal [Roy Harper] (guest)Catman [Thomas Blake] (villainout of costume)Monsieur Mallah (cameo)Warp (cameo)Green Lantern [Hal Jordan] (cameo flashback)

In "The Archer's Quest, Chapter Five: Kryptonite," Ollie and Roy uncover the forgotten truck of the Hard Travelling Heroes, a relic from Ollie’s past that holds more than just memories—inside the glove compartment lies a Green Lantern Ring, a sudden echo of a life he thought was behind him.

The Archer's Quest, Conclusion: Fatherhood

22 pp · Superhero

Green Arrow [Oliver Queen]Green Arrow [Connor Hawke]Arsenal [Roy Harper]Black Canary [Dinah Lance]

In "The Archer's Quest, Conclusion: Fatherhood," Ollie confronts the weight of his past as he gathers the mementos of his former life, not to escape, but to make peace with them—readying himself for the future he’s building with his son and the friends who’ve become family. The story finds quiet strength in the choices that define a man, not just a hero.