The War of Light rages throughout the universe, as the various Corps representing the different elements of the emotional spectrum clash Sinestro and his forces assault Zamaron to free his captive Corps members from the Star Sapphires' imprisonment. Agent Orange's corps besieges Odym, home of the fledgling Blue Lantern Corps. Alpha Lantern Boodika leads the Lost Lanterns to Ysmault to recover Laira's body.

And on all fronts, Black Rings descend, raising the dead and complicating each battle.