Warning: Spoilers for Green Lantern #19

Justice League for decades, but now, he's been replaced with a new Lantern who's already making an impression. Star Sapphire is long overdue to the Justice League's ranks, and her powers make her an excellent addition to the extensive roster. Although Green Lantern is a staple of the team, Star Sapphire deserves a spot in the line-up just as much as he did.

In a preview for Green Lantern #19 by Jeremy Adams, Fernando Pasarin, Oclair Albert, and Jason Paz, the Justice League faces off against a massive sea creature that's attacking Hub City. Star Sapphire assists her teammates in the perilous battle, and as she fights alongside them, she reflects on how it feels to be among the DC Universe's strongest heroes.

Star Sapphire's contributions to this fight demonstrate her skills as a fighter and prove that she deserves her place in the Justice League, and Green Lantern may have to wait in line if he wants to reclaim his old position from this powerhouse.

Star Sapphire Makes an Impression as The Justice League's Newest Lantern

Sorry, Green Lantern: Star Sapphire Is Here to Stay in the Justice League

Comic book art: Star Sapphire glows pink as she uses her ring.

Since reclaiming her Star Sapphire powers and rekindling her the Justice League, but she isn't just an ordinary recruit; Star Sapphire is ranked among the team's top dogs and is a mainstay on most missions. Her Power Ring imbues her with love-fueled abilities, which Star Sapphire uses to aid her allies in missions such as her current one in Hub City.

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When a sea monster prepares to harm innocent civilians in Green Lantern #19, Star Sapphire takes action by creating a giant net Justice League's replacement for Green Lantern, Star Sapphire has established a firm identity outside his shadow as a major asset to the team.

Star Sapphire's Justice League hip Has Been A Long Time Coming

The Justice League Finally Gives Star Sapphire Her Due RespectComic book art: Star Sapphire glows in front of the Justice League.

Although Star Sapphire was originally a Sorrow Lantern, and through each obstacle she overcomes, Carol Ferris displays unwavering dedication to protecting others. Therefore, she is more than worthy of the spotlight she's receiving as a vital part of DC's premier super-team. Star Sapphire has demonstrated that she is every bit the hero that Green Lantern is, and it's about time the Justice League gave her the recognition she deserves.

Green Lantern #19 is available January 29th, 2025 from DC Comics.

Green Lantern Hal Jordan in Ivan Reis Comic Art
Created By
Martin Nodell, Bill Finger, John Broome, Gil Kane, Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams
First Appearance
All-American Comics
Alias
Alan Scott, Hal Jordan, Guy Gardner, John Stewart, Kyle Rayner, Simon Baz, Jessica Cruz, Sojourner Mullein
Alliance
Justice League, Justice Society of America, Green Lantern Corps
Movies
Green Lantern

Green Lantern is the name given to multiple enforcers of intergalactic justice in the DC Universe. Green Lanterns can harness the cosmic energy of willpower, and create unique spectral objects to face off against their enemies. Though some Green Lanterns have assisted with the Justice League, they primarily belong to the Green Lantern Corps.

Franchise
D.C.
Comic Books
Green Lantern #1