Hal Jordan, a test pilot for Ferris Aircraft, inherits the power ring of the dying alien Abin Sur, becoming the Green Lantern of Sector 2814. He joins the Green Lantern Corps on Oa, battles threats like Sinestro, suffers a tragic downfall as Parallax, and is later resurrected and redeemed in Geoff Johns' Rebirth storyline.
Hal Jordan debuts as the new Green Lantern in Showcase #22, created by John Broome and Gil Kane. He is introduced as a test pilot who receives a power ring from the dying alien Abin Sur. #comics #dc
Hal Jordan becomes a founding member of the Justice League of America in The Brave and the Bold #28. This team-up solidifies his role as a major DC superhero. #comics #justiceleague
Sinestro, a former Green Lantern turned tyrant, is introduced as Hal Jordan's arch-nemesis. He becomes one of DC's most iconic villains. #comics #villain
Hal Jordan travels to Oa and meets the Guardians of the Universe, the ancient beings who oversee the Green Lantern Corps. This expands the cosmic scope of the series. #comics #cosmic
Carol Ferris, Hal's love interest and boss, becomes the villain Star Sapphire under the influence of the Zamarons. This adds personal conflict to Hal's life. #comics #loveinterest )
Green Lantern gets his own ongoing series with issue #1, following his successful run in Showcase. The series explores Hal's adventures on Earth and in space. #comics #series )
The Green Lantern Corps is fully established as an intergalactic police force with many alien members. Hal Jordan becomes part of a larger universe. #comics #corps
Hal Jordan teams up with Barry Allen's Flash in a story that explores the concept of the multiverse. This crossover is a landmark in DC history. #comics #multiverse
Hal Jordan teams up with Green Arrow for a socially conscious series addressing racism, poverty, and corruption. This run is critically acclaimed. #comics #socialissues
John Stewart, an architect, is introduced as a replacement Green Lantern for Hal Jordan. He later becomes a prominent hero in his own right. #comics #diversity )
Hal Jordan joins the new Justice League Detroit lineup, though the team is short-lived. This era shows Hal's continued involvement with the League. #comics #justiceleague
A miniseries focusing on the Green Lantern Corps, expanding the lore and introducing new characters. It highlights Hal's role within the Corps. #comics #corps
Hal Jordan plays a key role in the Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover, which reboots the DC universe. He helps save the multiverse. #comics #crisis
A new ongoing series for Hal Jordan begins after the Crisis reboot. The series modernizes the character and his supporting cast. #comics #series )
Guy Gardner, a brash and aggressive Green Lantern, is reintroduced as a rival to Hal Jordan. He becomes a fan-favorite character. #comics #rival
A retelling of Hal Jordan's origin, updating it for the modern era. It explores his early days as Green Lantern and his relationship with Sinestro. #comics #origin
The sequel to Emerald Dawn, further developing Hal's training and his first encounter with the Guardians. It solidifies his place in the Corps. #comics #origin
During the Death of Superman storyline, Hal Jordan is among the heroes who fight Doomsday. He is present at Superman's funeral. #comics #crossover
After the destruction of Coast City, Hal Jordan goes mad with grief and attacks the Green Lantern Corps, absorbing their power. He becomes the villain Parallax. #comics #tragedy
Hal Jordan, as Parallax, attempts to reboot the universe in Zero Hour. He is the main antagonist, trying to recreate reality to undo his losses. #comics #crisis
In Final Night, Hal Jordan as Parallax sacrifices himself to reignite the Sun, redeeming himself in death. This act restores his heroic legacy. #comics #redemption
Hal Jordan's soul is chosen to become the new host for the Spectre, the Spirit of Vengeance. He serves as a divine agent of justice. #comics #supernatural )
A new Green Lantern Corps is formed with Kyle Rayner as the sole Earth Lantern. Hal Jordan's legacy continues through others. #comics #corps
Geoff Johns' Green Lantern: Rebirth brings Hal Jordan back from the dead, revealing that the Parallax entity possessed him. Hal is restored as Green Lantern. #comics #rebirth
A new ongoing series starring Hal Jordan begins, written by Geoff Johns. This run revitalizes the Green Lantern mythos. #comics #series )
The Sinestro Corps War storyline introduces the Sinestro Corps, using yellow power rings. Hal Jordan leads the Green Lanterns against this threat. #comics #war
The event culminates in a major battle, with Hal Jordan defeating Sinestro. The story expands the emotional spectrum of the DC universe. #comics #event
The Blackest Night event features the rise of the Black Lantern Corps, resurrecting dead heroes. Hal Jordan is central to stopping the undead army. #comics #event
Hal Jordan confronts Larfleeze, the sole Orange Lantern, in a storyline that explores avarice. This adds depth to the emotional spectrum. #comics #spectrum )
Following Blackest Night, Brightest Day sees Hal Jordan and other heroes dealing with the aftermath. Hal continues his role as a leader. #comics #event
Hal Jordan and the other Earth Lanterns fight against the mind-controlled Green Lantern Corps. This storyline leads into the New 52 reboot. #comics #war
DC's New 52 reboot continues Hal Jordan's story with a new #1 issue, keeping Geoff Johns as writer. The series maintains continuity from the previous run. #comics #reboot )
The Third Army, a new force of emotionless beings, threatens the universe. Hal Jordan and the Corps must unite to stop them. #comics #event
The First Lantern, Volthoom, is introduced as a powerful enemy. Hal Jordan confronts him in a storyline that explores the origins of the emotional spectrum. #comics #origin
The emotional spectrum begins to fade, and Hal Jordan works to restore balance. This storyline sets up future cosmic events. #comics #spectrum )
Hal Jordan and a group of Green Lanterns are stranded in a mysterious universe. They must find their way back home. #comics #adventure
DC Rebirth relaunches Hal Jordan's series, returning to classic elements. Hal reasserts his role as a premier Green Lantern. #comics #rebirth
Hal Jordan appears in the Green Lanterns series, mentoring new Lanterns Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz. This shows his growth as a leader. #comics #mentor
Grant Morrison takes over writing Hal Jordan's solo series, focusing on cosmic police work and psychological depth. #comics #series )
Morrison's second season continues Hal's adventures, exploring the multiverse and his role as a space cop. #comics #cosmic )
A miniseries by Grant Morrison that explores an alternate reality where Hal Jordan becomes a Blackstar. This story delves into the nature of power. #comics #alternate
In the Infinite Frontier era, Hal Jordan continues as a key Green Lantern, dealing with new threats and the expanded DC multiverse. #comics #frontier
A storyline exploring Hal's legacy and his will, as he faces a deadly threat. It reflects on his history and impact. #comics #legacy )
A new series starring Hal Jordan, written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, focusing on his adventures in the far reaches of space. #comics #series
Hal Jordan becomes the last Green Lantern after the Corps is destroyed. He must rebuild and face a new cosmic threat. #comics #event )