Volthoom

Creation & Design

Volthoom was created by Geoff Johns and Doug Mahnke as part of the Green Lantern mythos, introduced as a powerful entity with the ability to manipulate emotions and reality.

Early Years

Volthoom was originally a human from the planet of Nok, who became the first being to wield a power ring, leading to his transformation into the First Lantern.

Character Development

Volthoom's character evolves from a tragic figure seeking redemption to a powerful antagonist whose actions have far-reaching consequences for the Green Lantern universe.

Cultural Reception

Volthoom has been received as a complex character within the Green Lantern mythos, praised for his depth and the moral questions he raises about power and responsibility.

Character Details

Real Name:
Volthoom
Aliases:
The First Lantern
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Sinestro Corps, The Guardians of the Universe
Abilities:
Reality manipulation, Energy projection, Flight
Equipment:
Power Ring
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Red
Hair Color:
None

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1st team appearance of the Crime Syndicate of America: Ultraman, Owlman, Power Ring, Super-Woman, Johnny Quick II

First mention of Volthoom, the first Lantern

[November 2023 - an inside source has disclosed Ultraman will be a villain in Superman Legacy and the Engineer will be working for Lex Luthor]

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1st appearance of Volthoom, the First Lantern

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1st cameo appearance of Jessica Cruz, her hand appears in one panel and her name mentioned

Origin of Volthoom, the first Lantern

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