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Lyla russia – https://screenrant.com/arrow-season-2-episode-6-reviews/
Lyla russia – https://screenrant.com/arrow-season-2-episode-6-reviews/
=== Costume ===
=== Costume ===
By the time season 4 begins, Diggle has gained a new vigilante outfit, which consists of a helmet and black gear.<ref>http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/arrow/news/a666819/john-diggle-gets-his-own-super-suit-in-this-cool-new-picture-from-arrow-season-4/</ref> Via social media, the helmet was criticised by fans for its resemblance to the helmet worn by the [[Marvel Comics]] character [[Magneto (comics)|Magneto]]. In response to the criticism, Ramsey said, "I know there’s a lot of criticism that it looks like the Magneto helmet. But by the time you see Diggle in action – we also get into what the helmet can do – you won’t be thinking of the [[X-Men]] at all."<ref>https://www.newsarama.com/26076-diggle-responds-to-costume-criticism.html</ref> In season 5, Diggle replaces his helmet with a new one, which Ramsey said is "more than just concealment".<ref>http://www.buddytv.com/articles/arrow/arrow-interview-david-ramsey-t-60834.aspx</ref> Midway through season 6, Diggle gains both a new costume and helmet, which eschew the gray overtones of previous costumes, and instead have a black and red scheme.<ref>https://www.cbr.com/arrow-diggle-new-spartan-costume/</ref>
Season 4&nbsp;– http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/arrow/news/a666819/john-diggle-gets-his-own-super-suit-in-this-cool-new-picture-from-arrow-season-4/<br />
Criticism&nbsp;– https://www.newsarama.com/26076-diggle-responds-to-costume-criticism.html<br />
Season 5&nbsp;– http://www.buddytv.com/articles/arrow/arrow-interview-david-ramsey-t-60834.aspx<br />
Season 6&nbsp;– https://www.cbr.com/arrow-diggle-new-spartan-costume/


== Reception ==
== Reception ==

Revision as of 12:02, 18 June 2018

John Diggle
Arrowverse character
First appearanceArrow:
"Pilot" (1.01)
October 10, 2012
Created by
Greg Berlanti
Marc Guggenheim
Andrew Kreisberg
Portrayed byDavid Ramsey
Years
  • 2012–present
In-universe information
AliasFreelancer, Spartan, Green Arrow
FamilyAndrew "Andy" Diggle (brother)
Carly Diggle (sister-in-law)
Andrew "A.J." Diggle, Jr. (nephew)
SpouseLyla Michaels
ChildrenSara Diggle (pre-Flashpoint)
John "J.J." Diggle Jr. (post-Flashpoint)
AffiliationsTeam Arrow
Suicide Squad
A.R.G.U.S.
AbilitiesExpert marksman, skilled tactician, peak human physical condition
SidearmHand gun
Crossbow

John Thomas Diggle, also known as Spartan, is a fictional character created originally by Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, and Andrew Kreisberg for the DC Comics television series Arrow. He is portrayed by actor David Ramsey. The character debuts in the pilot episode as a military veteran and Oliver Queen's new bodyguard. He later becomes Oliver's best friend and confidante in his crusade as the Green Arrow.

The character also appears in the Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham video game,[1] as well as Arrow's tie-in novels, digital comics, and spin-offs. Ramsey reprises his role in both The Flash and Legends of Tomorrow.

Storylines

Season 1

Season 2

Season 3

Season 4

Season 5

Season 6

John, badly injured from the explosion, developes degenerative nerve damage in his arm and the resulting tremors compromise his abilities in the field. He keeps this a secret from the rest of the team, even as he accepts Oliver's offer to take over the Green Arrow mantle. Dinah Drake recognizes John's injury and worries about the risk it puts on the other team members, but keeps his secret nonetheless. As the Green Arrow, John uses a crossbow that fires real arrows and illicit drugs to manage his tremors.[2][3]

As an ordained minister, John officiates Barry Allen and Iris West's wedding, simultaneously marrying Oliver and Felicity as well.[4]

Arrow spin-offs

Appearances: The Flash

  • Think Fast – 422
  • Invasion! - 308
  • King Shark – 215
  • Legends of Today – 208
  • Flash vs. Arrow – 108

Legends

  • Crisis on Eart-X Part 4 – 308
  • Invasion! - 207

Portrayal

In February 2012, David Ramsey was cast in the pilot episode of Arrow as John Diggle, a "former military man now working as a bodyguard for hire who soon finds he is trapped in a battle of wits, loyalty and trust".[5] Named after comic book writer Andy Diggle, and created specifically for the show, Diggle was designed to be Oliver's equal in "many respects".[6] Ramsey enjoyed the fact that he did not have to worry about matching the comic books, saying, it allowed him to "just kind of take [his character], and run with it".[7] He compared Diggle to Alfred Pennyworth from the Batman comics, calling the character Oliver's "moral voice". Ramsey, who has trained in various martial arts such as Wing Chun, Jeet Kune Do, and kickboxing, used his martial arts expertise to make Diggle believable, saying, "I think, honestly, it has to do with...having Diggle able to not just handle himself on screen but be able to really proficiently use the (martial) arts — and look like he is a trained soldier. You don’t see the stunt guy. You actually see David Ramsey doing it."[8]

Character Development

Characterization

Relationships

Season 3 – http://collider.com/david-ramsey-arrow-season-3-interview/
Start of season 6 – http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/arrow-david-ramsey-diggle-arrow-season-6-interview-1202605452/
Daughter – https://www.bustle.com/articles/41281-arrow-season-3-gives-diggle-a-daughter-but-how-will-she-affect-his-role-on-olivers
Lyla/backstory – https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/arrow-spoilers-david-ramsey-diggles-689413
Lyla russia – https://screenrant.com/arrow-season-2-episode-6-reviews/

Costume

By the time season 4 begins, Diggle has gained a new vigilante outfit, which consists of a helmet and black gear.[9] Via social media, the helmet was criticised by fans for its resemblance to the helmet worn by the Marvel Comics character Magneto. In response to the criticism, Ramsey said, "I know there’s a lot of criticism that it looks like the Magneto helmet. But by the time you see Diggle in action – we also get into what the helmet can do – you won’t be thinking of the X-Men at all."[10] In season 5, Diggle replaces his helmet with a new one, which Ramsey said is "more than just concealment".[11] Midway through season 6, Diggle gains both a new costume and helmet, which eschew the gray overtones of previous costumes, and instead have a black and red scheme.[12]

Reception

In other media

While Diggle was originally created for Arrow, his popularity led to a character of the same name to be created for the Green Arrow comics in The New 52.[13]

References

  1. ^ https://www.dccomics.com/blog/2014/10/13/fit-for-a-queen-the-lego-batman-3-beyond-gotham-arrow-dlc
  2. ^ Damore, Meagan (November 2017). "ARROW REVEALS DARK SECRET ABOUT DIG'S GREEN ARROW". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  3. ^ Mitovich, Matt Webb (October 26, 2017). "Arrow Recap: New to the Hood — Plus: What Did Oliver Give Felicity?". TVLine. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  4. ^ MacDonald, Lindsay (November 28, 2017). "Wedding Bells Were Ringing in the Arrowverse Crossover Finale". TV Guide. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  5. ^ Levine, Stuart (February 9, 2012). "Ramsey cast in CW's 'Arrow' pilot". Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  6. ^ "Interview: Marc Guggenheim Unlocks The Secrets & Connections In Arrow – GreenArrowTV – Part 11329". Green Arrow TV. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  7. ^ Betancourt, David (October 9, 2013). "The new synergy between CW's 'Arrow,' DC's Green Arrow". The Washington Post. Retrieved June 6, 2018.
  8. ^ Sheridan, Brian R. (August 6, 2015). "FOR 'ARROW' STAR DAVID RAMSEY, MARTIAL ARTS IS A WAY OF LIFE". Medium. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
  9. ^ http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/arrow/news/a666819/john-diggle-gets-his-own-super-suit-in-this-cool-new-picture-from-arrow-season-4/
  10. ^ https://www.newsarama.com/26076-diggle-responds-to-costume-criticism.html
  11. ^ http://www.buddytv.com/articles/arrow/arrow-interview-david-ramsey-t-60834.aspx
  12. ^ https://www.cbr.com/arrow-diggle-new-spartan-costume/
  13. ^ Schedeen, Jesse (October 3, 2013). "Arrow: John Diggle Makes His Comic Book Debut". IGN. Retrieved June 16, 2018.
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