Unlock the Green Lantern Legacy: John Diggle's Journey to Transformation

John Diggle , a character from the popular show Arrow , was long speculated by fans to be the iconic Green Lantern from the comics , John Stewart . Despite considerations by the show 's creators to merge the two characters , Warner Bros intervened due to their own plans for Stewart in the Green Lantern Corps movie . However , the final season of Arrow hinted at Diggle 's potential transformation into a Green Lantern when he discovered a mysterious green object in a box.

Following this tease , other DC TV shows explored Diggle 's journey to unlocking the box , with Reverse - Flash eventually assisting him in doing so . Despite being gifted with visions of a new life as a Green Lantern , Diggle , also known as Spartan , ultimately decided to reject the ring as it would mean leaving his family behind . Arrowverse producer Marc Guggenheim recently unveiled the planned Green Lantern costume for Diggle in a blog post , showcasing the intricate design that never made it to the screen.

Actor David Ramsey , who portrayed Diggle in Arrow , expressed his disappointment at the cancellation of his Green Lantern arc , stating that fans were eagerly anticipating his transformation into the cosmic protector . While the approval to fully embrace the Green Lantern persona was never granted , the show 's creators constantly pushed the boundaries to incorporate elements of the character into Diggle 's storyline.

Ramsey reflected on the missed opportunity to don the Green Lantern ring and embody the role of John Stewart , expressing his desire to explore that aspect of the character further . Despite the setbacks and undisclosed reasons behind the decision , Ramsey acknowledged the excitement among fans for Diggle to embrace his destiny as Green Lantern in the Arrowverse.

The unresolved question remains : Should Diggle have become the Arrowverse 's version of John Stewart / Green Lantern ? The potential for this transformation was met with anticipation and speculation from fans , sparking discussions about what could have been for the beloved character in the iconic role . As the legacy of Arrow continues to resonate with viewers , the legacy of John Diggle and his connection to the Green Lantern mythology will always be a point of interest for fans of the Arrowverse.