Superman, The Mighty Thor, and Green Lantern.

O Dr. Sunday,

Who would win in a fight between Superman and the Mighty Thor? I've often wondered that, and I've only been into comics for a few years. They're both extremely strong, and can fly (well Thor's flight powers apparently come from his hammer, but you know). Also, WHY isn't the Green Lantern considered to be the most powerful of all the characters since he has that power ring which could do anything he imagines??? I'm just really confused by that.

--Comics Confused

Dear Comics Confused,

The victor in a Superman vs The Mighty Thor battle would more than likely have to be the Mighty Thor. Strengthwise, I'd give something of an edge regarding raw strength to Superman, obviously, but the well and often remarked vulnerability to magic that Superman has puts him at a bit of a disadvantage when facing a thunder god whose weapon just happens to be an enchanted hammer. It'd be a rad battle, though, to be sure.

As for the Green Lantern(s), they're not omnipotent. There are always limitations to what they can do-- the rings are powered by will, and depending on when you read, have various weaknesses (the color yellow). But the spirit of your question is a good one: it's a weapon that is often underutilized, because the writers want stories to be interesting. The power rings are usually held within certain parameters, or the rules of the Green Lantern Corp, else the comic would be about two pages long.

For the record, I'd make an awesome Green Lantern.

I hope this helps you.

Always listening,
Dr. Sunday