DC DAY
IN FRANCHISES, COMIC VALUES AND COLLECTIONS
In 1986, DC Comics published History of the DC Universe. Importantly, the comic changed continuity and introduced a single, unified DC Universe with a shared history. In addition, the DC multiverse was erased from continuity with the five remaining Earths after Crisis On Infinite Earths merging into New Earth. In the Pre-Crisis universe, DC Comics introduced Hal Jordan as opposed to Alan Scott.
This January, the Green Lantern series hit a 200th-issue milestone with a double-sized anniversary final comic featuring Hal Jordan published in 1986. Today, we celebrate Green Lantern.
GREEN LANTERN REACHES A FINAL MILESTONE
In Green Lantern (1986) #200, Green Lantern hits an anniversary milestone issue. In a double-sized final issue by Steve Englehart and Joe Staton, Green Lantern in space has to stop Hector Hammond’s mental manipulation of Star Sapphire and Guy Gardner. Moreover, the comic is set in the Post-Crisis continuity. Also, the series continues with Green Lantern Corps #201. Importantly, the hero knocks out Hammond senseless on Earth with his willpower in space.
PRE-CRISIS PLASTIC MAN MAKES HIS FINAL APPEARANCE
In DC Comics Presents (1986) #93, Pre-Crisis Plastic Man makes his final appearance. In the issue, Superman must stop a gangster who is manipulating Plastic Man, Elastic Lad and Elongated Man. In addition, the issue features Pre-Crisis versions of Superman and Jimmy Olsen.
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LEONARD DAVIS MAKES HIS FIRST APPEARANCE
In Firestorm (1986) #47, Gerry Conway and Joe Brozowski conclude the “Bolt Saga.” In the issue, Multiplex’s band holds Firestorm‘s ally hostage and the nuclear man must rescue him. Importantly, the issue features the first appearance of Commander Leonard Davis, who is also an ally of Firestorm’s.
THE BLACK AFRICAN LEAGUE MAKES ITS FIRST APPEARANCE
Gloriously, Marv Wolfman and Eduardo Barreto produce a thrilling Titans story set in Africa. In New Teen Titans (1986) #20, the Black African League makes its first appearance. After the Titans split up, Donna Troy must lead a reserve team on a mission. Also, Robert Zimbe, the director of the Black African League makes his first appearance though he dies.
