The Green Lantern Corps Is on Its Way

Bang!

Russell swooped down, intercepting Clark as he flew backward. Driven by the powerful impact, he was carried back some distance before finally stopping.

"Clark, are you all right?"

Russell asked with concern, wanting to hear Clark's thoughts after taking that punch and, incidentally, analyze Darkseid... or rather, his avatar's strength.

Clark raised a hand to wipe away his nosebleed and said gravely, "Be careful. He's very strong. At the very least, he hits hard."

"Yeah, I can see that!"

Even the Steel Body had been punched into a nosebleed. How could that guy not be strong?

No more Parademons emerged from the spatial portal. Instead, a giant over two and a half meters tall floated out. He carried an imposing presence, with a massive frame clad in dark blue, almost black armor, and a stern face that looked as if it had been carved from stone.

Darkseid!

The boss of Apokolips stood with his hands behind his back. His aura was icy, his overwhelming power mixed with indifference and ruthlessness. Especially those deep crimson eyes—one glance into them was enough to make someone's entire body turn cold.

Though the superheroes did not recognize Darkseid, his extraordinary entrance and the reverent attitude of the surrounding Parademons worshipping their master made it clear that his identity and status were anything but ordinary.

The leg accessories silently backed away, each wearing a grave expression, until they stopped beside Russell and Clark.

"I'm guessing he's the leader of the aliens..." Barry added belatedly.

"He is Darkseid, ruler of Apokolips and the master the Parademons serve."

Viktor's expression was grim. During his conversation with the Mother Box, he had learned much about Apokolips and knew full well how terrifying the enemy they were about to face was.

"He is not invincible!" Clark shouted, telling