WARNING: Potential Spoiler for Green Lantern #19!Super-Family fans, especially those who loved the comics of the '90s, have likely been missing one member in particular—Superboy, Conner Kent. Aside from brief appearances in the Absolute Power crisis event and a few Superman crossovers, Conner has been largely absent. However, there’s good news—DC appears to be bringing the hero back, and this time, with the help of Green Lantern.
... it’s clear that Adams has some character-defining moments planned for Superboy...
News of Conner’s return to mainstream continuity comes from DC’s solicitations for #21, set for release on March 26 by Jeremy Adams and Jack Herbert, and Green Lantern #22, arriving April 23 by Jeremy Adams and Xermánico. Both issues hint at Superboy playing a significant role in the ongoing narrative, giving fans hope that he may become a recurring character in the series.
With so much of DC’s Super-Family content centering around Superman, Lois Lane (now DC’s new Superwoman), Power Girl’s ongoing series, Supergirl’s entry into the Gunns’ movieverse, and Jon Kent receiving various specials, the absence of Conner Kent has been deeply felt. Hence, his return within Green Lantern’s storyline is not just exciting—it’s long overdue.
Superboy Officially Returns in Green Lantern Series (& He’s Here to Stay)
Cover B Card Stock Variant by Ken Lashley for Green Lantern #21 (2025)
The synopsis for Green Lantern #21 marks the first official mention of Superboy in the Green Lantern issue solicitations. However, his actual debut in the series occurs in Green Lantern #19, where he makes a steamy (literally) entrance. Since the issue ends shortly after his arrival, details about his role remain scarce beyond what the synopses for Green Lantern #21 and #22 reveal. The Green Lantern #21 synopsis teases that Kyle Rayner, Superboy, and Odyssey will be thrown into action, fending off attacks from the Sorrow while facing an even greater threat—the newly debuted Starbreaker.
For longtime fans, the confirmation that Conner will be working alongside Kyle is beyond exciting. Their unique bond dates back to the early days of Superboy’s heroism, with Kyle being one of his first friends and teaching him how to draw. Furthermore, their adventures, alongside Odyssey, are guaranteed to continue into Green Lantern #22, where the synopsis hints that the trio will “come across a Reach outpost and a mysterious stranger.” With four confirmed issues featuring Superboy, starting from Green Lantern #19, it seems increasingly likely that the Boy of Steel is here to stay in Adams’ run.
Adams Teases New Developments for Superboy’s Character
Cover F 1:50 Card Stock Variant by David Talaski for Superboy: The Man of Tomorrow #1 (2023)
It will be interesting to see what developments Adams has in store for Superboy in the Green Lantern series. Notably, Conner’s brief appearance in Green Lantern #19 sees him missing half his costume, raising speculation about whether he might debut a new suit or look in the next issue. Additionally, Adams hints at a potential romance brewing between Superboy and Odyssey, which, if it comes to fruition, would mark a significant development for Conner’s character. With these intriguing teases, it’s clear that Adams has some character-defining moments planned for Superboy, making the issues even more exciting.
Green Lantern #19 is available now from DC Comics!
Green Lantern #21 is available on March 26, 2025, from DC Comics!
Green Lantern #22 is available April 23, 2025, from DC Comics!
- Created By
- Martin Nodell, Bill Finger, John Broome, Gil Kane, Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams
- Cast
- Ryan Reynolds
