![]() The 2017 comic book maxi-series Doomsday Clock by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank reveals that Alan is the lynchpin of the JSA and DC’s entire Golden Age, with Doctor Manhattan effectively erasing the JSA from history by killing Alan before he can become Green Lantern in the main DCU. With Sam killed in the accident that transformed Alan into Green Lantern, he fashions the engagement ring he intended to propose to Sam with into a conduit for his power as a constant reminder of the man he loved. Introduced in the comic book series Earth-2 by James Robinson and Nicola Scott, Alan is a proudly open gay man in a serious relationship with his boyfriend Sam Zhao before gaining magical powers to become his universe’s Green Lantern. The roots of Alan’s queer identity lie in the 2011 reset of DCU continuity, 'the New 52,' which relegates Alan and his JSA counterparts back to Earth-2 rather than the main DCU. The New 52 reimagining Image credit: DC Comics ![]() Inspired, Apollo and Midnighter renew their marriage vows, with Midnighter arranging for the ceremony to be broadcast on televisions worldwide as a clear message to everyone, supporters and haters alike: We’re here, we’re queer, deal with it. Alan’s message underscores to the heroes – and the readers – that galvanizing action in the public eye is necessary for change to take place. That 'Anniversary' contains a direct reference to Stonewall before Green Lantern even appears is, of course, no accident, with the 1969 riots being pivotal in establishing LGBTQIA+ rights and protections from systemic persecution at the time. Alan reminds the married superhero couple that radical actions and public representation is what helps spur official action, from marriage equality to government-backed advocacy. Initially feeling ineffective and out of options without sinking to the bigots’ level, it is the sudden arrival of Alan on the scene that helps provide inspiration on what to do next. 'Anniversary' has Midnighter and Apollo face homophobic bigots protesting LGBTQIA+ rights, frustrated not just at the unabashed prejudice but a lack of institutionalized support from politicians as the protest veers dangerously close to outright violence. Spoilers ahead for DC Pride Special 2023 #1.Īlan Scott and the courageous way forward Image credit: DC Comics Here’s the role Alan Scott plays in the anthology special, how his place in the DCU is redefined by his queer identity, and what readers can expect from his adventures as DC’s Golden Age gets a renewed push this year. Ahead of this, Alan appears in several DC Pride stories, the first of which in the short story 'Anniversary' by Josh Trujillo and Don Aguillo as part of DC Pride Special 2023 #1. Alan has taken on a heightened prominence in recent years, not just with the JSA’s reintegration into the DCU but also reintroduced as a queer hero, adding a greater depth and nuance to the character.Īlan stars in the upcoming comic book miniseries Alan Scott: The Green Lantern by Tim Sheridan and Cian Tormey, with the title launching this October and the first to solo series starring the character since 1949. Created by Martin Nodell and Bill Finger as part of DC’s Golden Age in the ‘40s, Alan is the original Green Lantern and a co-founding member of the Justice Society of America, positions which he retains in current continuity. ![]() As DC Comics commemorates another Pride Month, bringing together LGBTQIA+ creators to celebrate LGBTQIA+ characters within the DC Universe, one hero to get the spotlight is Alan Scott. ![]()
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