Aug 1, 1968 CE
First Appearance in Green Lantern #59
Guy Gardner debuts as a potential backup for Hal Jordan, chosen by the Guardians as a replacement Green Lantern. He is introduced as a social worker from Baltimore. #comics #dc
Chronological Storyline (35 Milestones)
Dec 1, 1976 CE
Bus Accident in Green Lantern #87
Guy Gardner suffers severe brain damage in a bus accident while saving a student, rendering him unable to serve as Green Lantern. Hal Jordan takes over permanently. #comics #dc
Oct 1, 1985 CE
Return in Green Lantern #188
Guy Gardner is revived by the Guardians and given a new power ring, but his brain damage leaves him aggressive and impulsive. He becomes a rival to Hal Jordan. #comics #dc
May 1, 1986 CE
Joins Justice League International in Justice League #1
Guy Gardner becomes a founding member of the new Justice League International, known for his abrasive personality and conflicts with Batman. #comics #dc
Apr 1, 1987 CE
One-Punch Incident in Justice League International #5
Batman knocks out Guy Gardner with a single punch after Gardner threatens him, a defining moment in both characters' histories. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1988 CE
Guy Gardner Reborn #1
Guy Gardner gets his own limited series, exploring his origins and his struggle with his aggressive nature. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 1989 CE
Loses Ring to Hal Jordan in Green Lantern #24
Hal Jordan defeats Guy Gardner in combat and takes his power ring, leaving Guy powerless for a time. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 1990 CE
Becomes Warrior in Guy Gardner: Warrior #1
Guy Gardner gains new powers from an alien race and becomes the superhero Warrior, operating without a Green Lantern ring. #comics #dc
Nov 1, 1992 CE
Owns Bar in Guy Gardner: Warrior #17
Guy Gardner opens a bar called 'Warrior's' in New York City, becoming a bartender and local hero. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 1994 CE
Returns as Green Lantern in Green Lantern #49
After the destruction of the Green Lantern Corps, Guy Gardner reclaims a power ring and rejoins the Corps. #comics #dc
May 1, 1996 CE
Joins the Green Lantern Corps in Green Lantern #75
Guy Gardner becomes a key member of the rebuilt Green Lantern Corps under Kyle Rayner. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1999 CE
Guy Gardner: Warrior Cancelled
The Warrior series ends after 44 issues, with Guy Gardner returning to full-time Green Lantern duties. #comics #dc
May 1, 2005 CE
Green Lantern: Rebirth
Guy Gardner plays a role in Hal Jordan's resurrection and the restoration of the Green Lantern Corps. #comics #dc
Jul 1, 2006 CE
Green Lantern Corps: Recharge
Guy Gardner becomes a trainer for new Green Lantern recruits in the Corps. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2007 CE
Sinestro Corps War
Guy Gardner fights against the Sinestro Corps, showcasing his leadership and combat skills. #comics #dc
May 1, 2008 CE
Blackest Night
Guy Gardner is temporarily turned into a Black Lantern but is revived by the combined efforts of the Corps. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 2009 CE
Becomes Red Lantern in Green Lantern #45
Guy Gardner is forcibly recruited into the Red Lantern Corps after being infected with the red rage. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2010 CE
Leads Red Lanterns in Red Lanterns #1
Guy Gardner becomes the leader of the Red Lantern Corps, using his rage to fight for justice. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52 Relaunch in Green Lantern Corps #1
Guy Gardner appears in the New 52 continuity as a Green Lantern, with a slightly revised backstory. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2013 CE
Red Lanterns Vol. 2 #1
Guy Gardner continues to lead the Red Lanterns in their own series, exploring his rage and redemption. #comics #dc
Apr 1, 2014 CE
Returns to Green Lantern Corps in Green Lantern #31
Guy Gardner leaves the Red Lanterns and rejoins the Green Lantern Corps. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2015 CE
DC You: Guy Gardner in Green Lantern: Lost Army
Guy Gardner is part of a team of Green Lanterns stranded in a mysterious sector. #comics #dc
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Sep 1, 2016 CE
DC Rebirth: Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps
Guy Gardner plays a supporting role in the Rebirth era, reuniting with Hal Jordan. #comics #dc
May 1, 2017 CE
Green Lanterns #21: Guy Gardner Mentors Simon Baz
Guy Gardner becomes a mentor to new Green Lantern Simon Baz. #comics #dc
Nov 1, 2018 CE
Justice League Odyssey #1
Guy Gardner joins the Justice League Odyssey team, exploring the Ghost Sector. #comics #dc
Jul 1, 2019 CE
Year of the Villain: Guy Gardner Infected
Guy Gardner is infected by the Batman Who Laughs, becoming a villainous version of himself. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Dark Nights: Death Metal
Guy Gardner appears in the Dark Nights: Death Metal event, fighting against the Batman Who Laughs. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2021 CE
Infinite Frontier: Green Lantern #1
Guy Gardner is featured in the Infinite Frontier era, continuing his adventures as a Green Lantern. #comics #dc
May 1, 2022 CE
Green Lantern: Beware My Power Animated Film
Guy Gardner appears as a supporting character in the animated film Green Lantern: Beware My Power. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2023 CE
DC Universe: Guy Gardner in Green Lantern: The Animated Series
Guy Gardner appears in the animated series, voiced by Diedrich Bader. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 2023 CE
Guy Gardner in Superman: Legacy Film Announcement
Guy Gardner is confirmed to appear in the upcoming film Superman: Legacy, played by Nathan Fillion. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2024 CE
Green Lantern Corps #1 (2024 Series)
Guy Gardner leads a new Green Lantern Corps series, focusing on his role as a leader. #comics #dc
Dec 1, 2024 CE
Guy Gardner: Red Lantern Legacy
A one-shot comic exploring Guy Gardner's time as a Red Lantern and its lasting effects. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2025 CE
Justice League International Reunion
Guy Gardner reunites with the original JLI team in a special anniversary issue. #comics #dc
Jul 1, 2025 CE
Guy Gardner: Warrior Returns
A new miniseries revisits Guy Gardner's Warrior persona, blending his past and present. #comics #dc