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Dementor

Green Lantern-Related Titles Round-Up (November 1994)

This month: Guy vs. Dementor! Kyle vs. a baby! Alan Scott vs. stress!

Guy Gardner: Warrior #25

Double-sized anniversary issue! And I'm glad that some of those extra pages are devoted to something completely unrelated to the rest of the issue but that we needed to see: Guy finally reacting to the death of his beloved Tora "Ice" Olafsdotter (which happened four months ago, but he's been kinda busy). Guy makes his way into the magical winterland or whatever where Ice grew up, which requires throwing around a bunch of old dudes in robes, and collapses in front of the memorial statue that Ice's mom made back in Justice League International #91.

Ice's mom hears Guy talking about how much Ice changed him, making it clear to her that this rug-colored meathead really loved her daughter. Despite the whole "throwing old dudes around" thing, she invites Guy to stay here for as long as he wants, but he has to leave pretty soon so he can get to, you know, the actual plot of this issue.

The story really gets going when Guy goes to a hospital to visit his supervillain brother Mace and high school sweetheart Heather, both of whom are coincidentally in comas (Mace after his fight with Guy in GG:W #19 and Heather after a booze-related car accident in school). Things take a sudden Cronenbergian turn when a gross head somehow grows out of Mace's chest -- it's Dementor, the buff demon we met in GG:W #22, and whose origin was linked to Guy's in GG:W #0. Dementor is here to invite Guy to come to his realm, Comaville, if he doesn't want his bro and ex to "end up like bologna in a meat grinder."

(I guess if you end up like bologna in a meat grinder in Comaville, you end up like bologna in a meat grinder in real life.)

Before Guy has a chance to smash his head against a wall (or ask Batman to punch him unconscious again), he's visited by the Phantom Stranger, one of those mystical DC Comics guys who show up whenever a hero needs to travel to another realm. Guy rather impolitely accepts the Stranger's help and enters Comaville, where a quite badass fight with Dementor immediately kicks off. During the fight, Dementor keeps calling Guy his "brother" because of their shared Vuldarian ancestry, and reveals that he's the one behind Guy's personality changes whenever he went into a coma (like when he became an asshole during Crisis or when he turned into a sweetheart in JLI).

(How come supervillains don't reference Bewitched anymore? Is it because anyone who remembers the show is unspeakably old?)

Dementor's gross attempt to absorb Guy's body backfires spectacularly when Guy bursts from inside his guts and destroys him, causing this entire realm to collapse. Mace, Heather, and Guy make it out before the whole place is destroyed -- but by the time Guy is back at the hospital, Mace has already been violently kidnapped by his employers at the shady government organization known as Quorum. At least Heather is finally awake after, uh, however long it's been since Guy Gardner went to high school.

The issue ends with Guy's rich cowboy friend Buck Wargo calling him to say he's got a bar-sized surprise for him, and then we get some pretty cool Guy pin-ups by various artists... which I'll show in another post, because burying them down here wouldn't do them justice.

R.E.B.E.L.S. '94 #1

Continued from GL #56, which ended with the space-stranded Kyle Rayner bumping into a big spaceship belonging to L.E.G.I.O.N., the interstellar police force. In this issue, Kyle is taken into the ship and meets L.E.G.I.O.N.'s current leader, a green talking baby called Lyrl Dox (who happens to be Brainiac's grandson). Space Boss Baby tells Kyle he's arrested for "carrying an unregistered weapon" -- it probably didn't help that the first thing Kyle did in the ship was casually mention that he (thinks he) killed Hal Jordan, though at least he was smart enough to omit the part about blowing up a planet at the same time.

Lyrl tells Kyle he'd gladly let him go and send him to Earth, if only he could get rid of some nasty terrorists who are going around murdering innocent space cops. Kyle volunteers to go after the "terrorists"... unaware that they include Lyrl's dad, Vril Dox II, who was L.E.G.I.O.N.'s leader before his evil baby usurped the post. Vril, an "end justifies the means" bastard, intentionally crashes his ship under an alien village, knowing that Lyrl will order all the aliens wiped out to get to them. As Vril predicted, Kyle turns against L.E.G.I.O.N. when he sees this, in completely shock that cops can do bad things. Is that even legal??

Kyle meets up with the real L.E.G.I.O.N.naires at the site of the massacre, and seeing the big crater makes him understand why Hal tried to bring back Coast City (apparently Kyle had never imagined a big crater before). It sure looks like we're gonna get an extended crossover event about Kyle helping Vril and his friends take down the genocidal baby... until one of Vril's "friends," Strata, tells Kyle about the whole village gambit. Vril points Kyle in Earth's direction, and Kyle thanks him with a punch (which unfortunately did not send him into a coma and turn him into a sweetheart).

As Kyle leaves for Earth, Vril says they didn't need him anyway, because "his stomach's weak." Yeah, he's clearly not prepared for the kind of spicy food they eat here in space. He'd be on the space toilet the whole time.

Darkstars #25

John Stewart and Donna Troy finally meet up and double-finally help end that sloooooow plotline about Darkstar Colos being framed by his corrupt boss, Jeddigar. Jeddigar sends some Darkstars to fight some other Darkstars, but then all the Darkstars get together to fight him. Donna leads the charge because, well, she's pretty cool.

The issue ends with Colos chasing Jeddigar into a portal, but then the whole place blows up and John announces that Colos must be dead. Oh no! If only there was a portal or something he could have escaped through! Anyway, the issue also includes a mention of a "renegade Lantern on the prowl" and I'm honestly not sure if that's about the one who tried to restart the universe or the one who blew up a planet. Oh, and oddly enough, there's a reference to the following comic...

The New Titans #115

Most of this issue is about Changeling, who's been sorta-evil for the past issues, going full evil and hunting down the other Titans so he can bring them over to Raven, the one who's been making people evil (she's also evil now, if that wasn't clear). However, there's also an epilogue about Kyle arriving on Earth after his space adventure and going straight for an alley. That dude loves alleys.

Kyle is so tired that he never noticed the weird helix-shaped thing that tagged along with him last issue, which has followed him all the way to Earth, where it morphs into "mystery villain in a cloak" form. The weird helix thing/mystery villain, in turn, hasn't noticed that a little blue alien guy called Jarras Minion is following it/him in a spaceship, because the helix somehow destroyed Jarras' planet (this is what was referenced in Darkstars). I'm now imagining a planet full of Dreamworks Minions blowing up and smiling serenely.

So, to recap, while lost in the vastness of space, Kyle: 1) got spotted and followed by a mystery villain, 2) ran into a former GL, 3) bumped into L.E.G.I.O.N., then The Group Formerly Known As L.E.G.I.O.N., 4) got followed by a little blue guy following the mystery villain. Small universe!

Damage #7

This one's about Damage going on trial because he blew up part of Atlanta in the previous issue (as if superheroes aren't constantly blowing up part of Atlanta, c'mon). There's a scene where some scientists are studying the limits of his Atlanta-destroying powers, and Damage thinks he's gonna lose control and blow everything up again, but then a cool blond guy a teaches him some relaxation exercises that calm him down, likely saving everyone in the building.

What's that got to do with Green Lantern? That's what I was wondering (along with "why did I write down this issue for the GL blog?"), until it's revealed that the blond guy is Alan Scott.

While we're here, I might as well mention that Coast City's destruction is brought up during the trial, along with Metropolis' near destruction during the "Cadmus-LexCorp war," which makes sense because the one narrating this issue is actually Superman's Co-Worker, Ron Troupe.

In the end, Damage is banned from Atlanta and sentenced to... appear in the New Titans comic, basically. I guess that's kind of like doing community service for young heroes, which would explain why Kyle is about to join that team too (planet Oa was at least twice the size of Atlanta).

all her hair in one long yellow string I wound (three times her little throat around)

Creator: @notlibatiusborage Ship: Narcissa Black Malfoy/Corban Yaxley Prompt: #418 Rating: Explicit Word Count: 28,487 Tags: MCD, Rape/Non-Con, Body Betrayal, Kidnapping, Stalking, Non-Con Drug Use, Obsession Summary:

Her husband in Azkaban, her son away on a dangerous mission at Hogwarts, Narcissa Malfoy is left alone in the Manor. But someone has been waiting for such an opportunity.

And Corban Yaxley has waited a very, very long time. But now, at last, he knows this is his chance. Because Narcissa and he are meant to be together.

And he intends to prove it to her.

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[ART] all her hair in one long yellow string i wound (three times her little throat around)

Creator: Sasselier Ship: Narcissa Black Malfoy/Corban Yaxley Prompt: #418 Rating: Explicit Craft Medium: Poster Tags: Fanart, Inspired by Fic, Blood, Obsession, MCD Summary:

[FIC POSTER] HP Rare Pair Fest V prompt #418.

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Lover of Darkness

Creator: @fuegopi Ship: Boggart/Dementor Prompt: #411 Rating: Teen Word Count: 1,488 Tags: Dementors , Boggarts, Riddikulus | Boggart-Banishing Spell (Harry Potter), POV Boggart Summary:

It's hard finding friends when everyone's afraid of you.

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(I Can’t) Quit You

Creator: @givemetherapyimawritingtravesty Ship: Regulus Black/Remus Lupin Prompt: #271 Rating: Mature Word Count: 2,179 Tags: Secret Relationship, but not for long, Confrontations, Sirius handles it maturely, fade to black not quite a spice scene Summary:

Prompt 271: Remus, drummer of the rock band Marauders, meets Regulus Black, a famous violinist and his bandmate's little brother. The two start a secret and passionate relationship while Remus and the band are on tour.

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The Wizarding World has been exposed. Delphini and former Death Eaters have conquered Durmstrang and transformed the school into a fortress of wizarding supremacy to conquer Europe. Now London is under attack. Now it is up to Harry, Hermione, Ron, and Ginny to save the UK and prove that peace between wizards and Muggles is possible.

Full story: "Harry Potter and the Two Worlds, " by Birger, ao3

The storm broke over Westminster like a wrath of gods. Politicians, aides, and journalists poured from the Houses of Parliament after Hermione’s disastrous speech. Harry and Ron stood near the grand doors, eager to be done with the day.

Suddenly, a massive shockwave shattered every window on the street. A ball of orange fire erupted from the tower across the river, tearing through steel and stone. Big Ben, the ancient clock tower, a symbol of Britain’s endurance, splintered into a flaming rain of debris. Screams filled the night as chunks of molten iron crashed into the Thames.

Through the flames, dark figures swooped through the smoke: Durmstrang students on broomsticks, wearing crimson cloaks and dragon masks. Above them, cutting through the storm clouds, glowed The Dark Mark with its Augurey wings spread over the city.

“Everyone inside!” Hermione’s voice rang out through the chaos. “Back into the chamber! NOW!”

Dozens of terrified MPs stumbled back into Westminster Hall. Some prayed, others shouted orders no one could follow. The police fired aimlessly into the sky, bullets vanishing into smoke.

Hermione raised her wand high. “Protego Maxima!”

A golden dome erupted over the Parliament building, wrapping the towers in blinding light as the air trembled with the weight of the spell. The flaming debris from Big Ben disintegrated against it, showering the Thames with sparks.

Outside, the temperature dropped sharply. The storm clouds turned blacker than ink.

Harry froze mid-stride. “No...not them.”

Hundreds of hooded figures swarmed across the sky like a plague. Their rattling breath rolled through the city, suffocating light and hope alike.

Hermione gasped as a wave of despair hit the building. Harry staggered forward and raised his wand.

“EXPECTO PATRONUM!”

A blinding stag burst from his wand, charging into the sky. It collided with a Dementor, dissolving it into mist. Dozens more Patronuses followed: foxes, otters, dogs, and wolves pouring from every wand in nearby.

Ginny’s bright horse leapt into the air beside Harry’s stag. Ron’s terrier darted between them, snapping at shadows. Even the frightened Muggle MPs stared in awe as the silvery beasts illuminated the storm clouds, driving the Dementors back toward the English Channel.

Then, the River Thames began to churn. The water swelled, twisted and from the river rose something monstrous. A Durmstrang ship, black and angular, burst from beneath the surface like a breaching whale. Its masts were etched with runes, its sails tattered but glowing faintly red. Figures leapt from its deck, dark wizards in crimson cloaks, riding the wind on broomsticks, hurling curses at the buildings below.

“Get them down!” Ron shouted, drawing his wand. “Aurors, with me!”

He and a squad of Aurors sprinted outside, joining the Muggle police in the streets. Gunfire and spellfire lit the night in bursts of blue, red, and gold. Cars flipped, lampposts exploded, and curses ricocheted across the pavement.

Hermione stayed at the doors of Parliament, shielding the terrified politicians behind her barrier. Every time the golden shield flickered, she poured more of herself into it, sweat dripping from her brow. Kavita cowered in fear behind Hermione, the woman she despised.

“Stay together!” Hermione shouted. “I will defend you!”

Harry, seeing the Dementors retreat, felt something pull him, an instinct he’d learned never to ignore. He looked east.

“Ron, hold them here!” Harry shouted.

Before anyone could stop him, he disapparated with a loud crack. He reappeared inside Buckingham Palace’s courtyard, where chaos reigned. Guards shouted and fired blindly into the storm. Windows shattered as dark wizards swooped overhead. One young wizard fell off his broom as Palace guards shot him squarely in the chest. A witch flying on a broomstick conjured blue that burned several guards alive.

Over Buckingham Palace, lightning flashed, and in that light, Harry saw her. A pale figure glided above the royal dome.

“Get the Queen to safety!” Harry ordered, sprinting inside, stunning every dark wizard in sight.

He reached the throne room just as Delphini crashed through the shattered windows. The air shimmered around her like a living storm.

“So this is the seat of Muggle power,” she sneered, floating inches above the floor. “How pitifully fragile.”

“Delphini!” Harry raised his wand. “It’s over. You’re done.”

She laughed, low and melodic. “Over? It’s only just begun.”

A wave of invisible force hit him square in the chest, throwing him across the room. His wand clattered away as the air left his lungs.

Delphini turned toward the Queen, who stood frozen among her guards, pale but composed.

“This world will bow,” Delphini whispered. “And its crown shall be first.”

She raised her hand. Green light gathered in her palm. Then—BANG!

A shot echoed through the hall. Delphini screamed, clutching her arm as blood splattered across the marble. One of the Queen’s guards had fired a silver-tipped round, hitting her clean through the shoulder.

Harry, gasping for air, reached for his wand. “Stupefy!”

The red light struck her squarely in the chest. Delphini collapsed, twitching as the energy rippled through her body. Chains of glowing light snapped around her wrists and ankles, binding her magic.

Harry limped forward, eyes burning. “It’s over,” he said, panting. “You’re under arrest.”

The Queen stepped closer, her voice calm but heavy. “Mr. Potter…” she said, touching his arm gently. “You’ve saved my life and perhaps our entire kingdom. For this heroic act, you will be knighted. ”

Harry looked out the shattered window, where smoke still rose over Westminster and the Augury mark still glowed faintly in the storm clouds.

He shook his head. “No, Your Majesty,” he said quietly. “This is just the beginning.”

The fires over London burned through the night. Smoke from the ruins of Big Ben drifted across the Thames, casting ghostly shadows over Westminster Bridge. The cries of the wounded and the crackle of dying flames were all that remained of the chaos. By midnight, the battle was over.

Aurors, battered and bruised, moved among the debris, stunning the few surviving Durmstrang attackers. The London Metropolitan Police, some still clutching rifles, others staring in disbelief, helped carry the injured to safety. Streets were strewn with shattered broomsticks, scorched uniforms, and the faint shimmer of spent magic.

Hermione stood before the Houses of Parliament as the fading shimmer of her Protego Maxima dome dissolved into the night. Her robes were torn, her face streaked with soot, but her voice was steady.

“It’s over,” she said. “The battle is won.”

The remaining MPs and soldiers stared at her, half in awe, half in terror. Kavita stepped forward, wearing the calm mask of a seasoned politician. She extended her hand to Hermione.

“Minister Granger,” she said smoothly, “you’ve done Britain a great service tonight. You’ve saved countless lives, including mine.”

Hermione, exhausted, smiled faintly. “We did what we had to do. Wizards and Muggles, together.”

“Yes,” Kavita said softly. “Together.” But in her heart, the words tasted like venom.

After every wizard and witch had left the area, Kavita picked up her phone, eager to say the words she had been waiting months to say.