The Strongest Green Lanterns That Have Died, Ranked

Summary

• Chosen by the emotional spectrum, Green Lanterns are intergalactic heroes wielding the most powerful weapon in the universe.
• Among the strongest Green Lanterns who have died are Kreon, Ch’p, and Katma Tui, each with their unique stories and contributions.
• Hal Jordan, the greatest Green Lantern of all time, has faced countless evils and remains one of the most powerful individuals in the universe.

The Green Lantern Corps is one of the greatest creations in DC Comics history, expanding the stories that were told beyond the stars. Some of the greatest heroes are members of the Green Lantern Corps, individuals who save the day by sheer will alone.

Chosen based on the emotional spectrum, Green Lanterns wield the most powerful weapon in the universe and spread out among the stars as an intergalactic police force. Green Lanterns save entire worlds and fend off the greatest of evils, often in the darkness of space. It takes a powerful Lantern to not only fight on the frontlines but to put themselves at risk. Some have even made the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of the greater good. Here are the strongest Green Lanterns who have died.

8

Kreon

A Warlord Turned Hero

• First Appearance: Green Lantern #13

Kreon was a mighty warrior before joining the Green Lantern Corps. On his home planet, he became an influential warlord who sought to end the conflict that ravaged his home through strength. He had a militant mind, physical prowess, and tactical know-how.

During a chance encounter with Hal Jordan, Kreon impressed the lantern and was inducted into the Green Lantern Corps. Kreon took to being a lantern as if it were his purpose; he gave his all to protect his sector and never once faltered under pressure. Kreon was on the front line of defense when a Parallax-powered Hal Jordan rampaged across OA. Later, in a fit of revenge, Kreon lost his life trying to kill Hal Jordan for his crimes.

7

Ch’p

The Pint-Sized Force Of Nature

• First Appearance: Green Lantern Mosaic #2

Ch’p is one of many non-humanoid Lanterns that make up the Green Lantern Corps. Before becoming a Green Lantern, Ch’p lived on a planet called H’lven, which housed a race of anthropomorphic cartoon-esque characters oppressed by a sinister Doctor Ub’x. Ch’p led a rebellion against the doctor, which resulted in his sector’s Green Lantern being slain.

The uprising failed, and while Ch’p awaited execution, he was approached by the Guardians of Oa and inducted into the Green Lantern Corps. Though Ch’p struggled with his new role at first, he found his place and his motivation and became one of the best minds of the Green Lantern Corps. Unfortunately, Ch’p struggled with his mental health, and after a long hibernation, he awoke to a tragic end.

6

Katma Tui

The Gold Standard Of The Green Lanterns

• First Appearance: Green Lantern #30

Katma Tui has a long history with the Green Lantern Corps. She succeeded Thal Sinestro after his fall from grace and carried the heavy burden of repairing the relationship between the Green Lanterns and her people, which had been tarnished by Sinestro’s crimes.

Katma became one of the most dependable and capable Lanterns who guarded her sector like a safe. She became so decorated that she stood beside Green Lanterns such as Killowag as an equal. Tragically, Katma Tui was slain by a Star Sapphire and then died once again after the destruction of the Central Power Battery on OA.

5

Mogo

A Planetary-Level Protector

• First Appearance: Green lantern #188

Mogo is a sentient planet, and may be one of the most powerful and largest Green Lanterns in history. Mogo’s will to live is what earned it a Green Lantern Ring, and it now serves as the guidance system for Green Lantern rings, guiding them in finding new potential Lanterns.

Mogo has been on the front line in numerous battles against evil, even serving as the main base of operations after OA’s destruction. Among Green Lanterns, Mogo is capable of powerful energy blasts and insightful bits of wisdom. Mogo was destroyed during a cataclysmic battle, where he was taken over by the villain Krono, which ultimately led to his own destruction.

4

Arisia

The Shining Star Of The Green Lantern Corps

• First Appearance: Tales Of The Green Lantern Corps #1

Arisia is one of the most prominent and most accomplished female Green Lanterns in DC Comics. She started as a love interest to Hal Jordan but quickly grew into a mighty Lantern in her own right, who devoted herself to the cause of protecting the universe.

Arisia has been involved in numerous battles and possesses an intrinsic understanding of using the Green Lantern Ring, most notably during her time as Sodam Yat’s partner. Arisia was killed by Major Force, an ending which the fanbase hated. It was later undone as her genetic abilities as a Graxonite allowed her to regenerate from her injuries.

3

Abin Sur

A Legendary Green Lantern Gone Too Soon

• First Appearance: Showcase #22: S.O.S Green Lantern

Abin Sur is one of the most famous Green Lanterns in DC Comics history as the predecessor to Hal Jordan, who died after crash-landing on Earth. Abin Sur was a legendary Green Lantern who saved countless lives and trained dozens of Lanterns for the future of the Corps, including Sinestro.

Prior to his death, Abin Sur was a highly accomplished Lantern known for his intellect, skill, and compassion. Abin Sur left big shoes to fill, as Hal Jordan was constantly compared to the vacancy he left behind as one of the strongest Green Lanterns in history.

2

Laira

The Seasoned Prodigy Of The Green Lanterns.

• First Appearance: Green Lantern Corps Quarterly #6

Laira is a second-generation Green Lantern who was trained from birth by her father to be his replacement. After her father’s disappearance, Laira utilized her mastery of her emotions, the martial art of her people, and the wealth of knowledge passed down by her father to step into his shoes and claim his power ring.

Laira is a force of nature on a battlefield. She has an instant legacy of fighting with and without the construct, making her one of the fiercest Green Lanterns in the galaxy. Unfortunately, Laira’s will was overpowered by her rage. After being dishonorably discharged from the Green Lantern Corps, she equipped a Red Power Ring. This led to her vendetta against Sinestro and his Corps for the death of her beloved, which ultimately caused her demise.

1

Hal Jordan

The Greatest Green Lantern Of All Time

• First Appearance: Showcase #22: S.O.S Green Lantern

Hal Jordan is the face of Green Lanterns in DC Comics, although he was the second after Alan Scott. Upon receiving Abin Sur’s power ring after his death, Hal Jordan began on a path that would take him to heights he never dreamed of.

Having combated countless evils and defeated the strongest threats to the universe, Hal Jordan has become one of the most powerful individuals in the universe, not just in the Green Lantern Corps. Hal Jordan has even conquered death, having died multiple times but always returning to fight the good fight.