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Parallax

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Creation & Design

Hal Jordan was created by writer John Broome and artist Gil Kane, first appearing in 1959 as Green Lantern. The character was redefined in the 1970s, leading to the introduction of Parallax as a representation of his inner fears and struggles.

Early Years

Hal Jordan was a test pilot who became a Green Lantern after receiving a power ring from Abin Sur. His early years were marked by his adventures in space and his battles against various villains.

Character Development

Over the years, Hal Jordan has evolved from a heroic Green Lantern to the embodiment of fear as Parallax, and back to a hero, showcasing the complexities of his character and the themes of redemption and responsibility.

Cultural Reception

Hal Jordan's transformation into Parallax was met with mixed reactions, with some fans embracing the darker turn while others preferred the classic hero.

Character Details

Real Name:
Hal Jordan
Aliases:
Green Lantern, Spectre
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Green Lantern Corps, Justice League, Justice Society of America
Abilities:
Power Ring, Flight, Energy Projection, Willpower Manipulation
Equipment:
Green Lantern Power Ring, Green Lantern Battery
Weight:
190lbs
Height:
6' 2"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
DC Mar 1994 Vol 3

Green Lantern #50

Green Lantern #50
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Death of Sinestro, beaten to death by Hal Jordan
Death of Kilowog, incinerated by Hal Jordan
1st appearance of Hal Jordan as Parallax
1st full appearance of Kyle Rayner
Kyle Rayner becomes the new Green Lantern
Glow-in-the-dark cover

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