Green Lantern #0, "The New Normal," introduces the origin of Simon Baz, a Lebanese-American man from Dearborn, Michigan, whose troubled past leads him toward an extraordinary destiny.
Growing up in the aftermath of September 11, Simon and his family experience prejudice and suspicion. Years later, financial hardship and a series of poor decisions lead Simon into car theft. When he steals a van containing an explosive device, he attempts to prevent innocent people from being harmed, only to find himself accused of terrorism.
During a tense federal interrogation, an unusual Green Lantern power ring suddenly arrives and chooses Simon as its new bearer. His unexpected transformation attracts the attention of Amanda Waller and members of the Justice League.
Meanwhile, the mysterious circumstances surrounding Hal Jordan and Sinestro raise questions about why the ring selected Simon and what his arrival means for the Green Lantern Corps.
First Full Appearance and Origin of Simon Baz: Landmark introduction of the character's background and transformation into Green Lantern.
First Appearance of Sira Baz: Introduces Simon's sister.
First Appearances of Simon's Parents: Establishes his family background.
First Cover Appearance of Simon Baz: Features his distinctive masked Green Lantern costume.
Geoff Johns and Doug Mahnke: Creative team responsible for developing Simon Baz.
Justice League Appearances: Features Batman and Cyborg investigating the mysterious new Green Lantern.
Amanda Waller Appearance: Involved in the federal investigation surrounding Simon.
Green Lantern Mythology: Introduces an important new bearer of the power ring.
Key Status: Simon Baz's first full appearance, origin story and first cover appearance, featuring his debut as Green Lantern.
Doug Mahnke's regular cover features Simon Baz charging directly toward the viewer in his distinctive green-and-black Green Lantern uniform. His unusual full-face mask, glowing green chest emblem and powerful physique create an immediately recognizable visual identity.
Simon holds a handgun pointed toward the viewer while his other fist displays his glowing Green Lantern ring. The combination of conventional weaponry and cosmic power reflects the character's unconventional introduction.
Behind him, a jagged opening reveals a bright orange background, contrasting sharply with the surrounding gray architecture and green costume details. The dynamic perspective and strong shadows emphasize Simon's explosive entrance.
The cover is especially attractive to collectors of Simon Baz, Green Lantern first appearances, Geoff Johns stories and Doug Mahnke artwork.
Rarity Classification: Standard Cover A, First Printing — September 2012 publication.
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