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Creation & Design

Abin Sur was created by writer John Broome and artist Gil Kane as part of the Green Lantern mythos, introduced in the late 1950s.

Early Years

Abin Sur served as a Green Lantern for many years, patrolling his sector and upholding justice across the universe.

Character Development

Abin Sur's character has evolved from a traditional hero to a more complex figure, whose legacy impacts the Green Lantern Corps and the universe at large.

Cultural Reception

Abin Sur has been well-received as a significant character in the Green Lantern mythos, often praised for his noble sacrifice and the depth of his character.

Cultural Legacy

Abin Sur's legacy endures in the Green Lantern series. He is frequently referenced and appears in flashbacks, showing his lasting impact on the Corps and its members. His story serves as a reminder of the rich and interconnected history of the Green Lanterns.

Character Details

Real Name:
Abin Sur
Aliases:
Green Lantern, The Green Lantern of Sector 2814
Species:
Alien
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Green Lantern Corps, Justice League
Abilities:
Power Ring, Flight, Energy Projection
Equipment:
Power Ring, Green Lantern Battery
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Showcase #22

DC ⋅ 1959

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Showcase #22
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance and origin of Hal Jordan as Green Lantern

1st appearance Carol Ferris, later becomes the second Star Sapphire

1st appearance and death of Abin Sur, an alien who gave Hal his ring as he died

First mention of the Green Lantern Corps

[January 2023 - Hal Jordan and John Stewart will lead a new Green Lantern TV series inspired by True Detective]

Tales of the Green Lantern Corps Annual #2

DC ⋅ 1986

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Tales of the Green Lantern Corps Annual #2
 
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1st appearance of Sodam Yat, later introduced as Ion, prophesied to be the Ultimate Green Lantern

1st team appearance of the Children of the White Lobe, prophesied to contribute to the destruction of the Green Lantern Corps

1st appearance of Qull of the Five Inversions, a demon who foreshadowed the destruction of the Green Lantern Corps to Abin Sur

1st appearance of T:D:H:D, the Mad God

Written by Alan Moore in 1986, the prophecy of Qull was the foundation of the Sinestro Corps War and Blackest Night storylines, written by Geoff Johns 20 years later

Flashpoint: Abin Sur - The Green Lantern #1

2nd Print ⋅ DC ⋅ 2011

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Flashpoint: Abin Sur - The Green Lantern #1
 
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Key Facts

Second print, red background

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