The
GL Corps has been challenged by the Darkstars as the supreme law and order in
the known universe. One might think the GLs would appreciate the help, but the
Darkstars are little more than executioners, so there’s a significant
difference of philosophies here. And too many people are inclined to side with
the Darkstars.
Through
sheer force of numbers, the Darkstars have the Lanterns over-powered. So if the
GL Corps is going to win this conflict, they’re going to need some help
– the craftier, the better. Corps leader John Stewart is thinking outside
the box on this one, sending the other three Terran Lanterns in search of
allies.
Brandon
Peterson takes on the art chores for this issue, and it’s far better than I
recall it being in previous issues. He’s added texture and nuances that elevate
the artwork above what I’ve seen before, as if there has been a major evolution
in his work. More, please.
As for the
Darkstar saga, I thought it had begun a few issues ago, and was well underway,
so I don’t understand how this is “Darkstars Rising, Chapter 1.” Unless there
are chapters within volumes. But it sounds like we’re in for a long haul for a
while. Given the powers that are being assembled in this issue, I’m not sure I
mind so much.
Rating: 9/10