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Real Name: Kyle Rayner

Nicknames: (Formerly) The Last Green Lantern

Former Aliases: Green Lantern

Other Current Aliases: No other known current aliases

Status
Occupation: Adventurer and Artist

Legal Status: Citizen of the United States

Identity: Secret

Marital Status: Single

Group Affiliation: Green Lantern Corps; Formerly Justice League of America, Teen Titans

Base of Operations: Outer Space; Formerly New York City, Los Angeles

Origin
Artist Kyle Rayner was found by Ganthet to become Green Lantern.

Place of Birth: Place of birth unknown

Known Relatives: Aaron Rayner (father), Maura Rayner (mother)

First Appearance: (as Rayner) GREEN LANTERN Vol. 3 #48 (January, 1994); (as Green Lantern) GREEN LANTERN Vol. 3 #50 (March, 1994); (as Ion) GREEN LANTERN Vol. 3 #149 (May, 2002)

History
While on vacation, Kyle and his girlfriend Alex Dewitt saw what they thought was a shooting star. It was actually the mad Hal Jordan on his way to Oa.

With Jordan absorbing the Central Battery on Oa, the Guardians sacrificed themselves to give the youngest one, Ganthet a chance to find a hero. Arriving on Earth, he found Kyle outside of a nightclub, but was only able to give him the ring. Kyle defeated Ohm and learned he could form a Green Lantern Corps uniform. Ganthet's arrival was discovered by government agents, who sent Major Force to acquire the ring by any means necessary.

Kyle began experimenting with the ring, forming a construct of Alex among other things.

Kyle soon found himself in action against Mongul, who was shocked to learn this particular ring could directly affect yellow. Superman arrived to help defeat Mongul. The two talked, with Superman explaining the 'little blue guy' was a Guardian of the Universe.

While Kyle was gone, Major Force arrived at their apartment. He murdered Alex, who refused to betray Kyle to him. Kyle returned finding a note that said there was a "surprise" in the fridge. He opened it, finding Alex's body cruelly shoved inside. Major Force then demanded he hand over the ring. Kyle battled him but needed to recharge his ring. However, Force had the power battery with him, unaware it could recharge the ring. Kyle was able to defeat him, but other agents came to take Major Force away.

Still grieving the loss of Alex and unsure of what to do, Kyle was approached by Alan Scott. Alan told Kyle about the Corps and the legacy he had inherited.

Kyle learned about Hal and his madness, and battled the far more powerful and experienced Lantern. Kyle was able to stop Hal from acquiring more power, destroying Oa in the process.

Kyle once time traveled to help a younger Hal.

Kyle also joined the JLA. He was briefly a member of the New Titans.

After defeating Oblivion and absorbing the remnants of Hal's stolen power, Kyle became Ion. Rather than risk corruption, Kyle used this additional power to restore the Guardians, Oa, and the Central Battery.

Kyle was involved with Jade, but after returning from space he found that she was having an affair. He left her.

Kyle also had to help his friend Terry Berg, a homosexual who was being harassed and discriminated because of his sexual orientation.

With Hal returned to being Green Lantern, Kyle works in space to help train a new Corps. He also helped Adam Strange as Rann and Thanagar engaged in a costly civil war.

Animated
Kyle Rayner first appeared in animation in the 1996 Superman: The Animated Series episode, Brightest Day. He would only later appear in a cameo in Justice Leagues episode, Hereafter, and as a supporting role in Justice League Unlimited episode, The Return.

Working as an artist for the Daily Planet, Kyle Rayner was chosen by the ring of Abin Sur to become the new Green Lantern of Sector 2814. With the help of Superman, Kyle defeated rogue Green Lantern, Sinestro.

Sometime afterwards, Kyle was transferred off planet to be trained by Katmai Tui by John Stewarts request as John took over the sector for him. As time went by, Kyle would be part of Oas defensive squadron of Green Lanterns.

During a transmission which determined if Kyle would trade places with John for a short time due to recent events in Stewarts personal life, the android, Amazo, shot towards Oa with amazing speed. Kyle and the defensive team were unable to stop the android before it slammed into the planets surface, seemingly destroying it.

After recovering from injuries, Kyle and the team headed for Earth, Amazos destination, to find the wreckage of dozens of Justice League javelins, and injured Justice League members, such as John Stewart and Superman.

John Stewart led the rest of the Green Lanterns to Lex Luthors hideout, built specially in case of the androids return, due to their history, only to be stopped by Dr. Fate (Kent Nelson). Luthor was able to calm the android and walk away unharmed. It was discovered that Amazo did not destroy Oa but simply moved it to another dimension, which was quickly moved back. It is presumed that Kyle Rayner returned to Oa.

Characteristics
Height: 5'11"

Weight: 156 lbs (xxx kg)

Eyes: Hazel

Hair: Brown

Unusual Features: No unusual features

Powers
Known Powers: No known powers. Kyle uses the power of his ring for a variety of effects.

Known Abilities: Skilled and creative artist.

Strength Level: Strength level unknown

Miscellaneous
Equipment: Green Lantern Power Battery.

Transportation: No known transportation.

Weapons: Green Lantern Ring; Kyle's was originally unique, but in light of recent events newer rings have the same capabilities.

Recommended Readings

 * Green Lantern: Emerald Knights
 * JLA: Trial by Fire

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