In the DC series Lanterns, what kind of being is Zoe Macon?

Zoe Macon is a Manhunter in the DC series Lanterns.

For much of the story, Zoe appears to be William Macon’s human wife. Her calm and calculating behavior, however, hints that she is hiding more than a family secret. The investigation eventually identifies her as the artificial being sought by Antaan and his people.

The Manhunter is linked to the destruction of Antaan’s race. Antaan’s group arrives in Rushville looking for the being they believe caused their genocide, turning the local investigation into an interstellar pursuit.

This version of the Manhunter is part of Lanterns’ original television mystery rather than a direct adaptation of one specific comic-book storyline. The reveal also explains Zoe’s advanced technology and her ability to survive events that would be impossible for an ordinary human.