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Green Lantern (Gardner)
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Creation & Design

Guy Gardner was created by writer John Broome and artist Gil Kane as a backup Green Lantern character, introduced as a rival to Hal Jordan.

Early Years

Initially portrayed as a brash and aggressive character, Gardner's personality evolved over the years, showcasing both his flaws and his heroism.

Character Development

Over the years, Guy Gardner has evolved from a hot-headed character to a more nuanced hero, often balancing his brash nature with moments of deep introspection and leadership.

Cultural Reception

Guy Gardner has received mixed to positive reviews from fans and critics, often praised for his complexity and growth as a character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Guy Gardner
First Appearance:
Green Lantern #59
Aliases:
Green Lantern, Warrior
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Green Lantern Corps, Justice League International
Abilities:
Power Ring, Flight, Energy Projection, Enhanced Strength
Equipment:
Power Ring, Green Lantern Uniform
Weight:
190lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Green Lantern #59
DC ⋅ 1968
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Green Lantern #59
 
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1st appearance of Guy Gardner, Hal Jordan's backup Green Lantern

[July 2023 - Guy Gardner to be portrayed by Nathan Fillion in Superman: Legacy]

Green Lantern #87
DC ⋅ 1971
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Green Lantern #87
 
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1st appearance of Green Lantern, John Stewart

2nd appearance of Green Lantern, Guy Gardner

DC Special #20
DC ⋅ 1976
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DC Special #20
 
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Brief character profiles of Guy Gardner, John Stewart and Alan Scott - not an in-story appearance

Green Lantern #116
DC ⋅ 1979
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Green Lantern #116
 
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Guy Gardner stands in for Hal Jordan as Earth's Green Lantern

Green Lantern #194
DC ⋅ 1985
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Green Lantern #194
 
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Classic battle Hal Jordan vs Guy Gardner

Crisis on Infinite Earths #9
DC ⋅ 1985
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Crisis on Infinite Earths #9
 
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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 9

Guy Gardner officially becomes the Green Lantern

DC debut of the Charlton character, the Ghost

Green Lantern #195
DC ⋅ 1985
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Green Lantern #195
 
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Guy Gardner as the Green Lantern

Legends #6
DC ⋅ 1987
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Legends #6
 
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1st team appearance of the Justice League International: Batman, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, Dr. Fate, Dr. Light, Guy Gardener, Martian Manhunter, Mister Miracle

Guy Gardner: Reborn #1
DC ⋅ 1992
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Guy Gardner: Reborn #1
 
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First solo title featuring Guy Gardner

Guy Gardner: Warrior #0
DC ⋅ 1994
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Guy Gardner: Warrior #0
 
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Debut of Guy Gardner new powers, given genetically engineered DNA of the greatest soldiers throughout history and can transform body parts into weapons

Guy Gardner: Warrior #29
DC ⋅ 1995
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Guy Gardner: Warrior #29
 
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Cover folds out like doors opening into a crowded bar

A contest by DC challenged readers to identify all 150+ heroes, villains and celebrities, responses printed in Guy Gardner #35

Letters from readers are answered by Guy Gardner

Guy Gardner: Warrior #29
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Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 1995
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Guy Gardner: Warrior #29
 
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Cover art by Phil Jimenez pays homage to the classic 1942 painting by Edward Hopper 'Nighthawks'

Story: Events that occur at the grand opening of a bar named 'Warriors' owned by Guy Gardner

A contest by DC challenged readers to identify all 150+ heroes, villains and celebrities, responses printed in Guy Gardner #35

Letters from readers are answered by Guy Gardner

Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century #6
DC ⋅ 2007
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Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century #6
 
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1st appearance of Teen Lantern, Jordana Gardner, a descendant of Guy Gardner

Green Lantern Corps #43
DC ⋅ 2010
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Green Lantern Corps #43
 
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Return of Kyle Rayner

Guy Gardner becomes a Red Lantern

Green Lanterns #46
DC ⋅ 2018
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Green Lanterns #46
 
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Guy Gardner joins The Darkstars, recruited by Tomar-Tu

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