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Creation & Design

Atrocitus was created by writer Geoff Johns and artist Ethan Van Sciver as part of the Green Lantern mythos, representing the embodiment of rage.

Early Years

Atrocitus was one of the five surviving members of the planet Ryut, who were tortured by the Guardians of the Universe. His rage led him to become the first Red Lantern.

Character Development

Over the years, Atrocitus has evolved from a one-dimensional villain to a complex character, grappling with his rage and the consequences of his actions, often showing moments of vulnerability and leadership.

Cultural Reception

Atrocitus has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for his depth and the exploration of rage as a theme in the Green Lantern universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Atrocitus
First Appearance:
Green Lantern #25
Aliases:
Red Lantern, Leader of the Red Lantern Corps
Species:
Alien
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Red Lantern Corps, Sinestro Corps, Justice League Dark
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation, Rage empowerment
Equipment:
Red Power Ring, Red Lantern Battery
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
none

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Green Lantern #25
DC ⋅ 2007
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Green Lantern #25
 
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1st full appearance of the Scarred Guardian, a Guardian of the Universe

1st cameo appearance of Atrocitus and the Red Lantern Corps

1st cameo appearance of Larfleeze and the Orange Lantern Corps

1st cameo team appearance of the Blue Lantern Corps

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1st cameo appearance of Munk and the Indigo Lantern Corps

1st cameo team appearance of the Black Lantern Corps

Death of Anti-Monitor

Cameo appearance in background of an Alien Xenomorph, Predator and the Pale Man from Pan's Labyrinth as various Lanterns

Green Lantern #28
DC ⋅ 2008
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Green Lantern #28
 
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1st full appearance of Atrocitus, in one panel with dialogue and a kill

Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns #1
DC ⋅ 2008
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Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns #1
 
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1st appearance of Bleez

1st appearance of Dex-Starr

1st appearance of Zilius Zox and other Red Lanterns

1st appearance of Saint Walker, Blue Lantern

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Cover appearance of Atrocitus

Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns #1
3rd Print ⋅ DC ⋅ 2008
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Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns #1
 
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Variant third printing cover art by Shane Davis

Cover appearance of Atrocitus

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