Lian Yu Get's More Screen Time
[ranking: 8]
TV Show: The island that Oliver originally washes ashore too when he is first missing has taken on an identity of it's own over the course of the series. Initially, it is where Oliver learns to survive in the wilderness with the help of Yao Fei and Slade Wilson. Since his return to Starling City, Oliver has taken several trips back to the island; whether it be to visit the ARGUS prison facility or to seek solace from his defeats.
Comic: The island is more of a concept in the characters past then an active role in his present. Although called Lian Yu on the show, the island has gone by several names including Starfish Island. Oliver's time on the island was one of hardship and struggle- something he is not excited to revisit.
Thea Queen Is TV Exclusive
[ranking: 3]
TV Show: Willa Holland's Thea Queen is the chronically troubled younger sister of Oliver Queen. Thea spent the majority of Oliver's disappearance and return partying and enjoying the social life of a spoiled heiress. Fall out from the first three seasons pushed Thea into the arms of her (recently discovered) father, Malcolm Merlyn, where he trained her in the ways of The League of Assassins.
Comics: Thea Queen does not exist in the traditional Green Arrow comic books. However, the creators of Arrow have dropped several hints as to whom Thea might one day become. Oliver's nick name for his little sister is Speedy which alludes the comic book-verison of Green Arrow's sidekick. While training with Malcolm on Corto Maltese, she goes by the first name 'Mia' which could be a reference to Mia Deardon, who took on the Speedy mantle in the comics.
Batman #244 was Season 3's Mid Season Finale
[ranking: 17]
TV Show: Arrow writers lifted the iconic Batman story for their season 3 mid-season finale in which Oliver faces Ra's al Ghul to a sword fight to the death atop a mountain. The battle leaves Ollie with a sword wound in the chest and kicked off a mountain.
Comic: Instead of Green Arrow, it's Batman that challenges Ra's al Ghul to a sword fight to the death in this pivotal Dennis O'Neil/Neal Adam's Batman story. The classic images and plot points were lifted and used mid way through Arrow's third season.
Malcolm Merlyn Becomes More Important To All The Characters
[ranking: 9]
TV Show: Expertly played John Barrowman, Malcolm Merlyn, also known as the Dark Archer, is a constant foil to Oliver Queen as well as being the father of Thea Queen. First introduced as a wealthy business man leading the cabal to demolish the Glades, Merlyn reemerges to transfer the blood debt set by the League of Assassins from himself onto Oliver's family.
Comics: Merlyn, real name Arthur King, is the arch nemesis of Green Arrow. Originally, Merlyn was one of the Emerald Archer's teachers whom Ollie eventually surpassed in archery expertise. He has appeared in the New 52 looking like his past incarnations except with a face now covered in burn scars.
Where is Speedy?
[ranking: 14]
TV Show: Although Oliver uses the name 'Speedy' as a cute nickname for his sister Thea, no hero on the show officially use this code name.
Comics: Speedy is the long time sidekick of Green Arrow dating all the way back to the Golden Age of comics. Originally it was Roy Harper's first super hero name during his time as Green Arrow's ward. After Roy became Arsenal, Mia Dearden took up the mantle as Green Arrow's new partner. More Speedy
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Green Arrow: The Social Crusader
[ranking: 16]
TV Show: During the first season, Oliver's quest is take out the people in his father's notebook for their hand in the destruction of Starling City. After that, Oliver turns over a new leaf, renounces killing and acts as a vigilante to stop larger crimes in Starling City. Although the Arrow protects the citizens of Starling City, the show does not delve into larger Sociopolitical issues.
Comics: During the 1970s, under the stewardship of Neal Adams and Dennis O'Neil, the character became an outspoken advocate of liberal ideals (and sometimes anarchy). While sharing a book with Green Lantern, the two hard-traveled heroes embark on a journey that tackles race, corruption, the environment and overpopulation. Since then, Green Arrow has been written as a voice for the leftist ideals and change to established institutions.
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