Green Lanterns, Issue #9 starts the "Phantom Lantern" arc proper. Frank Laminski is a test pilot, and he's saved by Hal Jordan when his plane is in a nose dive. After that, his entire life's purpose is to become a Green Lantern. This is his story. Laminski is a middle child, not a standout in any regard. He disparages himself, but he does become a U.S. Air Force pilot. He tries his best to become a Green Lantern, and he almost becomes one, but the ring picks Simon Baz instead.
I'm a Green Lantern fan, of course, but this title has always spoken to me. Its characters are misfits, outsiders - not your typical superheroes. I see two main directions this title can go. Either Laminski will be the perpetually-unpowered villain who uses his will and determination to constantly try to get the Phantom Ring, or he'll get it and become the Phantom Lantern. Both scenarios are intriguing, but I find the latter to be much more likely. What will Laminski do with his power ring? He obviously wants to use it for good, but to get it, he must do evil. That's a great storyline. Or maybe a third option? Voltoon, the First Lantern, might get the Phantom Ring for himself.
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