Disclaimer: Why do we even need to write these? Are the authors of the ideas I'm bothering from really so heartless they would sue me for providing free entertainment!
(Reply to Tangential: Let me set a few things straight; first, you are what I would define as a flamer. A flamer is some stupid git who posts pointless reviews that merely criticize the author. If you don't like the story then don't read it!
Before you start shouting at me for being rude let me point out that your review is anonymous. There is a reason this site gives us the ability to delete such reviews.
Second of all, I noticed that you called the ideas for a fae Luna and an all knowing Luna overused clichés. Luna is NOT all knowing in this fic and those two overused clichés are something I have only encountered once each, despite having read literally hundreds of fics.
Finally, I will finish of my message to you by talking about the piece of your review that annoyed you the most. You say that due to the fact Harry is capable of understanding Umbridge's motives and be capable of side-stepping her moves means that he is all knowing. THAT IS FANTASTIC! If what you say is true then I am all-knowing too, since I am also capable of foreseeing such motives!
On a more serious note, consider your review deleted.)
A/N: I know this is going to sound stupid but just forget the friends Harry made among the recruits never existed. Eventually I'll edit my earlier chapters and when thinking about what to change I decided I wasn't going to expand on those characters anyway. Sorry!
Now for another one of my major alterations to the Lantern universe (sorry comic fans!). Meet my version of…
Chapter 7: Parallax
By Theta Sigma of Amity
Harry and Hal had arrived on Oa a few moments previously and were currently heading towards the chamber of the Guardians.
The Guardians were the ones responsible for the creation of the Green Lanterns. They were immortal beings who had traversed the universe many times over and seen the evil that lurked within.
Massing together extreme power they had created the GL Rings so that people capable of great will-power could defend the universe. Many years ago they had sensed a great evil rising somewhere within the universes centre and had gone alone to confront it, leaving the most powerful GL-Hal Jordan-in charge. They never returned.
Now, the home of the Guardians was being used as a meeting place for the Lanterns in times of great peril. Clearly, thought Harry, the situation is not good.
As Harry sat with his fellow Lanterns, Hal moved to the front of the room to speak to the assembled hero's.
"My fellow Lanterns," he spoke. "Parallax has escaped."
This announcement was met with horror from most of the assembled Lanterns and confusion from most of the recruits, Harry included.
"For those of you who don't know," Hal shouted over the pandemonium, immediately quieting the room.
"Thank you," he continued. "For those of you who don't know there are several other realities in existence alongside our own. In one of these alternate realities there exists a polar opposite of the GL's; the Dark Lanterns. They are led by an alternative version of myself who calls himself Parallax."
"One year ago Parallax managed to jump to this reality and capture me. He then took my place and shattered the Green Lantern Corps. However, the earthly hero War Lock freed me from Parallax. With his help, I was able to gather a force of GL's and imprison Parallax on Oa. In the battle Earth's population became aware of our existence but they have opted to ignore us."
By the look on Hal's face Harry could tell that this Parallax was on powerful enemy. "Luckily," added Hal, "we only encountered him and not the rest of the Dark Lanterns."
"I GUESS IT'S TIME YOU MEET THEM THEN!"
With this sudden and cold declaration, the room began to shake. Supports began to collapse, the ceiling began to fall in itself, and a beam of near-black green energy was blasting through.
Finally the roof collapsed completely. Floating above the ruins of the building was a massive host of dark creatures. The few Dark Lanterns who represented normal people looked like mere shadows of the true people. There were also many other creatures and Harry swore he saw a Dementor among the ranks.
From the group came the being that was clearly Parallax. He looked like a shadowy reflection of Hal Jordan except while Hal wore the classic GL uniform Parallax wore a caped and well-decorated version of the costume, clearly displaying his status. On his chest was the symbol of the Dark Lanterns, a symbol that appeared to be a mixture of all the Lantern symbols, but all of these symbols had become in some way distorted.
The Dark Lanterns were not powered by will power or fear but rather grief and the feeling of hopelessness.
Suddenly the fight began as the GL's took off and brought their power against that of the DL's. Harry was in the midst of the battle but he was not doing well. The assault came from all sides, and despite the fact the GL's had greater numbers it was clear that the Dark Lanterns were going to take the day.
Then Harry spotted the Dementor-esque creature and came up with a brilliant idea.
Pulling out his wand Harry managed to pull feelings of hope and will power into himself. The tip of his wand glowed white as his entire right-hand glowed green.
"EXPECTO PATRONUM!"
From Harry's wand burst forth a bright-green animal, but it was not Harry's regular patronus but instead was some unrecognisable beast.
It mattered not what it was however because it was doing what it was meant to do. The DL's were suddenly being thrown back by this unusual and ghostly beast that wore a GL symbol on its head. Harry had managed to combine the powers of magic, willpower, and hope to create a defence that perfectly opposed the power of the Dark Lanterns.
However, the battle was not yet over. Parallax, identifying the cause of the damage began slamming through the ranks of both sides before knocking Harry back to ground level.
Harry slammed through the rubble of the Guardians Temple and hit the ground hard. Before Harry could even get back on his feet Parallax came down fast and punched Harry in the gut, sending him flying. A second later Parallax was back, his fists moving so fast that they blurred, and made loud cracks as they slammed into his chest.
For about the fourth time in his rather short existence Harry considered the possibility that he was about to die. He had been through many dangers in his years of magical education but none of these came even close to what he was facing right now.
This dude could tear through Voldie in seconds, Harry thought. I'm not going to make it...
As Harry lost consciousness, he saw a green light approaching fast...
...
As Parallax prepared to end Harry's life a deadly ball of Lantern energy suddenly slammed into his side, sending him flying.
Hal quickly landed next to Harry to check on his life-signs. A quick check confirmed that Harry was not dead but severely injured.
Above him the Dark Lantern Corps-despite their current superiority-suddenly began to retreat, leaving the planet of Oa far behind.
Even then, the battle continued, for while the rest of the GL's were busy pursuing their dark opposite's rubble began to move as Parallax emerged, ready to continue his battle.
"A new favourite student," remarked Parallax as he watched Hal kneeling over Harry. Hal spun around, quick as a flash (not THE Flash) and faced his nemesis.
The two ran and jumped at each other, fists drawn back, glowing with the deadly power of the respective power rings. The two made contact at the same time, causing them both to be thrown back. Hal managed to land on his feet, skidding back, while Parallax turned his fall into flight and landed with a blast of energy, sending rubble flying.
Hal ran for Parallax, throwing up a shield shortly to block any impacts from the rubble. He slammed into Parallax with all the force he could muster and, gripping his opposite as he went, flew full speed above the planet Oa. He then span back around and threw a punch at Parallax that sent him barrelling down to the surface.
When Hal landed back on the planet Oa Parallax had disappeared.
…
Harry awoke within one of the many medical on the planet Oa.
"Oh crap!" he yelled as he sprang up, much to the displeasure of the Doctor standing next to him.
"Excuse me Mr. Potter," cried the Doctor wearing the tweed jacket, ''but you are still not ready to go gallivanting around in some stupid battle. I need to go now.''
As Harry looked he discovered that the last sentence had been addressed to Hal, who was in the room.
''Yes Doctor, you can go,'' he sighed.
''Thank you,'' the man replied before running off while shouting the name 'Amy' over and over again.
''What's his problem,'' asked Harry as he saw the man run.
''He hates violence of any kind," replied Hal. ''Oh, and before you ask you've been out for two days. Nevertheless, do not worry, nobody knows that your gone thanks to a little double we had ready.''
…
Back at Hogwarts, the double was eating next to Ron and Hermione. The double looked just like Harry-except for the fact that it glowed green, had pointed ears, occasionally glided, and spoke in rather robotic terms.
''This food elicits a satisfactory response from my food receptors,'' said the Faux-Harry.
"Is something wrong with Harry," asked Hermione as she watched th double push food up its nose.
"I'm sure it's nothing," replied Ron.
…
AN: Sorry for the shortness of the chapter. I found that last bit quite amusing. Also, see if you can see the blatantly obvious cameo from the main character of one of my favourite TV shows.