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

Mar 2018 · DC · 16.99 USD; 22.99 CAD

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This omnibus collects the first half of the 2018 Green Arrow: The Archer's Quest series, re-presenting the classic story arc originally published in the 2000s. Written by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Phil Hester and Ande Parks, the tale follows Oliver Queen as he embarks on a personal journey to recover items from his past, including a cache of his old arrows, while confronting unresolved relationships and secrets from his life as Green Arrow. The volume also includes related tie-in issues and bonus material from the era.

In "The Archer's Quest, Chapter One: Photograph," Green Arrow and Shade reveal a secret pact Ollie made with a shadowy figure to erase his identity if he died—leading to Cat-Man’s presence at his funeral. With the Arrow Cave now in ruins and Solomon Grundy haunting its wreckage, Ollie and Speedy race to uncover what’s left before the past catches up. Written by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Phil Hester, with inks by Ande Parks, colors by James Sinclair, and letters by Sean Konot, the issue’s cover by Phil Hester and Ande Parks captures the tension of a legacy in pieces.

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 Queen reflects on the unexpected faces at his own funeral, one of whom stands out in a photo—someone he doesn’t recognize. When Oracle uncovers that the uninvited guest was the reformed (or perhaps not) Cat-Man, Green Arrow and Arsenal set out to find him, 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 Shade confront the lingering fallout of a secret pact that could unravel Ollie’s legacy—while Arsenal grapples with the truth behind Cat-Man’s presence at his funeral. With the Arrow Cave now a ruin and a reanimated Solomon Grundy guarding its ruins, Ollie and Speedy must piece together what was lost before the shadows claim it all.

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 follow a lead from their latest run-in with Catman, uncovering the forgotten truck of the Hard Travelling Heroes. Inside, Ollie finds a long-lost Green Lantern Ring—his final memento from a life he once lived, now stirring memories he’s long tried to leave behind.

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 grapples with the weight of his past as he sorts through the mementos of his old life, finding closure not in grand gestures but in quiet moments of reflection. With his son by his side and his friends close at hand, he begins to shape a future defined by connection, not just duty.