| “ | Dying's the easy part. The dead are at peace, but the real heroes are the ones who have to keep going. | ” |
— Oliver Queen's final words[src]
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Oliver Jonas "Ollie" Queen[17] was a son of billionaires Robert and Moira Queen, who became the vigilante defender of Star City under the alias of the Green Arrow. He later became the cosmic entity known as the Spectre during the Crisis on Infinite Earths, and was responsible for the creation of the New Multiverse.
Biography[edit source]
Original Multiverse[edit source]
Early Life[edit source]
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Encounter with Lucas Hilton[edit source]
In 2006, Queen was driving through Starling City with two young women, whom he intended to take to the Starling City Plaza Hotel, when he was pulled over for speeding by Officer Lucas Hilton. As Hilton was calling for a tow truck to impound his car, Oliver called his father, who convinced Hilton's superior to threaten that he would not get a promotion if he were to impound the vehicle. This resulted in Hilton allowing Queen to drive away.[18]
Five Years in Hell[edit source]
Lian Yu[edit source]
Mirakuru Affair[edit source]
A.R.G.U.S.[edit source]
Return to Lian Yu[edit source]
Time in Russia[edit source]
Crusade Against Crime[edit source]
The List[edit source]
The Undertaking[edit source]
Deathstroke[edit source]
Church of Blood[edit source]
League of Assassins[edit source]
H.I.V.E.[edit source]
Prometheus[edit source]
Ricardo Diaz[edit source]
Crisis on Earth-X[edit source]
Ninth Circle[edit source]
Slabside Penitentiary[edit source]
Elseworlds[edit source]
Emiko Queen[edit source]
Crisis on Infinite Earths[edit source]
Working for The Monitor[edit source]
Evacuation of Earth-38[edit source]
The Spectre[edit source]
Dawn of Time[edit source]
New Multiverse[edit source]
Early Life[edit source]
Oliver Queen was born to Robert and Moira Queen in Starling City. At some point in his life, Queen had a son named William Clayton.[19]
In 2007, Queen was aboard the Queen's Gambit, alongside his father and Sara Lance, when the boat sank. This resulted in his father dying and him being stranded on the island of Lian Yu for five years.[20]
Crusade Against Crime[edit source]
In 2012, Queen returned to Starling City and began his crusade against crime using the moniker of "The Hood".[21] He eventually set up a base known as the Bunker and began to work with John Diggle to cross off the names on his father's list. During one mission, The Hood confronted human trafficker John Byrne, injuring and killing many of his bodyguards. However, he decided to spare Byrne's life, sending his to prison instead.[20]
At some point after this, Queen prevented the murder of his mother by Slade Wilson. He also married Nyssa al Ghul at some point, though this marriage was later annulled.[20] He later married Felicity Smoak, and they had a child named Mia Queen, who grew up alongside her brother.[19]
Magog[edit source]
Returning to Earth-Prime from the Afterlife, Queen observed Nora and Bart West-Allen's attempts to defeat Magog, teleporting other heroes away to see if they were able to defeat him on their own. Once he was satisfied they could, he teleported the heroes back to the battle. Afterward, Queen appeared in the Hall of Justice to warn the Justice League of a coming threat.[16]
Powers and Abilities[edit source]
Powers[edit source]
Current Powers[edit source]
- Spectre Physiology: During the Crisis, Queen sacrificed himself and was subsequently resurrected using the Lazarus Pit. Due to the instability of the Multiverse, as it was being destroyed by the Anti-Monitor, John Constantine was unable to restore Queen's soul. Queen was then trapped in Purgatory, where he soon reunited with his daughter, John Diggle and Constantine. The original Spectre, Jim Corrigan, then chose Queen as his successor, later preparing him in the Purgatory with the Multiverse destroyed.[1]
- Antimatter Manipulation: While fighting the Anti-Monitor, Queen was able to wield antimatter around the battlefield against his opponent.[1]
- Cosmic Knowledge: Queen was aware of the aftermath of the Crisis even though he spent the event outside of the Multiverse. He was also aware of the location of the Paragons and the Speed Force being a method to supposedly restore the Multiverse.[1]
- Chronokinesis: Queen was able to bring the Paragons to the Dawn of Time.[1]
- Energy Shield: While the Anti-Monitor blasted Queen, the latter generated a blue energy shield around his body to defend himself.[1]
- Levitation: Queen has the ability to levitate midair.[1]
- Materiokinesis: Queen, with the help of the Paragons, was able to create matter and rebirth the Multiverse.[1]
- Precognition: As he passed away, Queen warned Barry Allen and Sara Lance that the threat was not over.[1]
- Power Bestowal: With a connection to the Multiverse, Queen exponentially boosted Allen's connection to the Speed Force at the cost of an imbalance in the Speed Force.[1]
- Retrocognition: Queen, under the guidance of Corrigan, saw his past and was deemed worthy of being a spectre afterward.[1]
- Superhuman Strength: Even when fighting powerful beings like the Anti-Monitor, Queen was able to grip his shoulder and restrain him with ease.[1]
- Teleportation: Queen appeared out of thin air in the Vanishing Point from Purgatory, surprising the Paragons.[1]
- Inter-Dimensional Travel: Queen can travel through multiple dimensions, from Purgatory, to the Vanishing Point and the Speed Force, and even the Antimatter Universe.[1]
- Vessel Creation: As only Queen's soul survived the Crisis, he created a vulnerable physical vessel to communicate with the Paragons. The vessel was later killed when the Anti-Monitor was restrained, though Queen's soul survived and later created another vessel in 2049.[1]
- Light Magic: Taught by Esrin Fortuna, Queen can channel hope and joy into a tattoo given by John Constantine. Using the light energy, Queen was able to fight against Damien Darhk's Dark Magic, which is channeled from dark energy created by death and fear.[22]
Elseworlds Powers[edit source]
- Speed Force Connection: In the Elseworlds created by John Deegan, Queen swapped places with Barry Allen, who was struck by lightning and gained an organic connection to the Speed Force.[5]
- Accelerated Healing Factor: Queen was able to heal from minor injuries in a short period of time.[5]
- Electrokinesis: When Queen ran in superhuman speed, a series of orange lightning trail is produced.[5]
- Speed Force Aura: To protect him from extreme friction and gravitational forces, a protective aura was produced by the Speed Force.[5]
- Superhuman Durability: Queen was able to withstand attacks with little or no injuries, albeit still vulnerable to conventional weapons such as firearms.[5]
- Superhuman Momentum: Queen was able to withstand extreme kinetic energy. He is also able to stop completely even running at a superhuman speed.[5]
- Superhuman Speed: Queen had the ability to run at an exceptional speed, appearing as a mere blur to the human eye.[5]
- Bodily Vibration: By vibrating his body, Queen could achieve optic illusions and even alter his body on a molecular level temporarily.[5]
- Intangibility: Also known as "phasing", Queen was able to go through solid objects by vibrating at the frequency of air.[5]
- Superhuman Reflexes: Queen able to respond to attacks quickly, reacting to them and counteracting them within seconds.[5]
- Bodily Vibration: By vibrating his body, Queen could achieve optic illusions and even alter his body on a molecular level temporarily.[5]
- Superhuman Stamina: Despite running at a high rate of metabolism, Queen was not seen out of breath after he runs.[5]
Abilities[edit source]
- High-Level Intellect: Queen was shown to possess an exceptional intellect, albeit not on the level of world-class geniuses. His intellect allows him to prepare for complex missions and business activities.
- Business Acumen: As the former CEO of Queen Enterprises, Queen gain experience and knowledge over the world of business.
- Computer Hacking: Queen is familiar with basic hacking skills, which he acquired during his time as an A.R.G.U.S. operative.
- Culinary: Unlike his wife and daughter, Queen became an extremely talented chef and is familiar with the process of preparing a variety of food.
- Driving: Queen was able to catch up with multiple criminals in his motorcycle while operating as the Green Arrow.
- Engineering: After returning to Starling City (later Star City), Queen utilized only his expertise and resources to create a series of arrows, with certain ones equipped with advanced technology such as grappling hooks and explosives.
- Interrogation: By using mind games and physical discomfort, Queen can gather information from an enemy through interrogation.
- Investigation: Despite not being trained in investigation, Queen has shown extensive knowledge over forensics, making him an exceptional investigator in a crime scene.
- Leadership: When Team Arrow, Team Flash, the Legends and Supergirl united against the Dominators, Queen subtly stepped up as the leader for the alliance, leading them to successfully thwart the invasion. After his death in the Crisis, this role was filled by Sara Lance and Barry Allen, both often considering Queen to be an effective leader.
- Manipulation: Queen continuously convinced the world that he was not the Green Arrow through manipulation tactics.
- Medical Knowledge: During his time on Lian Yu, Queen gained experience in basic first aid and was able to often treat his injuries after a mission.
- Multilingualism: Queen is familiar in English, Russian, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Spanish, Tibetan and Arabic.
- Occult Knowledge: Thanks to John Constantine, Queen now has an extensive understanding of the occult world, having been a magic user and an ally to many powerful mystical individuals.
- Political Acumen: As the former mayor of Star City, Queen was taught at handling political affairs.
- Tactician: Throughout his "five years in Hell", Queen learned different tactics from a variety of mentors, including Yao Fei Gulong, Slade Wilson, Shado, Maseo Yamashiro, Tatsu Yamashiro, Anatoly Knyazev, Talia al Ghul, Ra's al Ghul, Esrin Fortuna, and Jim Corrigan
- High Pain Tolerance: Through multiple injury experience, Queen developed a high tolerance of pain, with him staying conscious when Prometheus physically tortured him for hours.
- Intimidation: As the Arrow, later the Green Arrow, Queen was known to the criminal world as a fearful and ruthless vigilante.
- Marksmanship: Queen is proficient in handling basic firearms.
- Peak Physical Condition: Trained for years, Queen has improved his physiology on an athletic level, capable of achieving difficult physical tasks.
- Acrobatics: Queen can easily maneuver over obstacles with acrobatic skills.
- Hand-to-Hand Combat: Queen is familiar with a variety of combat skills.
- Archery: Queen is most notably a keen archer, with him showing near perfect accuracy when fighting with extreme stress.
- Knife Fighting: Queen can utilize a knife in combat through close combat and long range tactics.
- Stick-Fighting: Queen has dueled with John Diggle repetitively using wooden sticks, which are a substitute for his bow in close combat.
- Swordsmanship: When fighting Ra's al Ghul, Queen was able to fight effectively with swords.
- Stealth: Queen has the ability to sneak in dark places and surprise people in the field.
Weaknesses[edit source]
Elseworlds Weaknesses[edit source]
- Power-Dampening Technology: Like other Metahumans, Queen was unable to access his superhuman abilities when he is in close range with a power dampener.[5]
Equipment[edit source]
Current Equipment[edit source]
- Green Arrow Suits: Over the years, as The Arrow and later Green Arrow, Queen wore a series of green protective suits.
Former Equipment[edit source]
- Arrowbike: To travel across Star City, Queen drove a motorcycle.
- Bow and Arrow: Queen's weapon of choice is a pair of bow and arrow.
- Crossbow: While Queen often used bow and arrow as his major weapon of choice, he also occasionally used a crossbow.
- Demon's Head Ring: Symbolizing the title "Ra's al Ghul", Queen defeated the original Ra's and wore the ring, replacing his role.
- Eskrima Sticks: While training with his team, Queen often used eskrima sticks in combat.
- Flechettes: In the field, Queen possessed a series of flechettes to disarm his opponents.
- Ghost Phone: To contact his associates anonymously, Queen called them on a ghost phone to filter his voice.
- League of Assassins Armor: During his brief time as a member of the League of Assassins, Queen wore a protective armor.
- Lian Yu Herbs: Most drugs, poisons and infections can be cured by the specific Lian Yu herbs acquired by Queen.
- Swords: On multiple occasions, Queen wielded a variety of swords against his opponents.
- The Flash Suit: In Elseworlds, Queen, as Barry Allen, wore a red and golden protective suit as The Flash.
- Flash Ring: To access the suit, a golden ring was used by Queen.
- Green Arrow Suits: Over the years, as The Arrow and later Green Arrow, Queen wore a series of green protective suits.
- Bow and Arrow: Queen's weapon of choice is a pair of bow and arrow.
Appearances[edit source]
Notes[edit source]
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Gallery[edit source]
Original Multiverse[edit source]
Civilian
Green Arrow
Spectre
The Arrow
Al Sah-him
The Flash
Inmate 4587
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New Multiverse[edit source]
Civilian
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Promotional Images[edit source]
"Destiny leaves its mark"
"Destiny leaves its mark"
"His death was just the beginning."
"A heroic future forged by a tortured past."
"Those closest to you can hurt you the most."
"The past has prepared him"
"Mess with his friends and he may snap"
"One more will discover who hides under the hood"
"In the secret war on Starling, he is the city's only weapon."
"Savagery is a family trait."
"This disaster has his family name all over it."
"Innocent and not guilty are two different things."
Oliver Queen
The Hood
Oliver Queen
The Hood
"Coming Back Strong"
"His city burns. Will he fight fire with fire?"
Oliver Queen
"A City's Saviors"
"Saving a city takes a toll."
"Aim. Higher."
Green Arrow
"It's darkest before the doom."
"Home of the best superhero shows anywhere."
"His fight. His city. His legacy."
"Justice on the hunt."
"Live to fight another day."
Crisis on Earth-X Comic Book Cover
"Revelation and Repentance"
Special 3-Night Crossover Event
"Destiny will be rewritten."
Elseworlds Comic Book Cover
"Heroes Fall. Legends Rise."
Stream the first 5 episodes
"It's the end... of the worlds."
Green Arrow & White Canary
Stream the first 3 episodes
"Their worlds will never be the same"
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References[edit source]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Four
- ↑ Pilot
- ↑ City of Heroes
- ↑ Green Arrow
- ↑ 5.00 5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 5.06 5.07 5.08 5.09 5.10 5.11 5.12 Elseworlds, Part 1
- ↑ Second Chances
- ↑ Identity
- ↑ The Fallen
- ↑ Al Sah-him
- ↑ This Is Your Sword
- ↑ My Name Is Oliver Queen
- ↑ Inmate 4587
- ↑ Damaged
- ↑ Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part One
- ↑ Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 Savior Complex
- ↑ Docket No. 11-19-41-73
- ↑ Test Drive
- ↑ 19.0 19.1 Green Arrow & The Canaries
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 20.2 Fadeout
- ↑ Marathon
- ↑ Genesis
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