Aquaman (2016)

Series · 7 books · 2017-2019

By Kelly Sue DeConnick, Dan Abnett

Books in series

Aquaman, Vol. 1

The Drowning

2017

He is Arthur Curry—Aquaman. King of Atlantis. Member of the Justice League. World leader. Superhero. A bridge between the surface world and the world below. And to far too many humans, the dictator of a rogue state. But Arthur and his beloved fiancée, Mera, are determined to prove to humankind that Atlantis can be a force for peace and justice. Yet even as Aquaman strives to improve his public image, dark forces rise from the depths to crush his hopes and dreams. A cabal of Atlantean terrorists have declared war on their king and the surface world alike. And the killer known as Black Manta will stop at nothing to settle his blood feud with the hero he hates above all else. Can Aquaman stop the tide of distrust and bloodshed? Or to save the world, will he sacrifice himself? Rising up from the blockbuster DC Universe Rebirth event comes Aquaman Vol. 1: The Drowning, a thrilling jumping\-on point to the new adventures of the King of the Seven Seas, from writer Dan Abnett (Titans Hunt, Titans) and illustrated by Scot Eaton (Batman \& Robin Eternal), Brad Walker (Action Comics), Philippe Briones (New Suicide Squad) and more! Collects Aquaman: Rebirth \#1 and Aquaman \#1\-6\.

Aquaman, Vol. 2

Black Manta Rising

2017

Aquaman's investigation into the mysterious Atlantean terrorist attacks on the surface is cut short when Black Manta taps his newfound weapons cache and unleashes an unstoppable weapon upon the undersea kingdom: a relentless behemoth from the deep that lays waste to anything in its path. In this brand new series by fan\-favorite writer Dan Abnett (Titans Hunt) and all\-star penciller Brad Walker (Sinestro), Arthur Curry continues his blood feud with his most dangerous enemy. Collecting: Aquaman 7\-15

Aquaman, Vol. 3

Crown of Atlantis

2017

A part of DC Universe Rebirth, the adventures of the King of the Seven Seas continue in AQUAMAN VOL. 3! Aquaman's mission to unite the sea and surface has taken a great leap forward. But N.E.M.O.\-\-the secret terrorist organization\-\-has other ideas. Black Manta deploys the agents of this nefarious organization to provoke hostilities between Atlantis and America. The Deluge\-\-the prophesied, all\-out global war\-\-is about to begin... It's up to Aquaman to uncover proof of N.E.M.O.'s deception before the two nations destroy each other! With writer Dan Abnett (TITANS HUNT) and the art team of Phillipe Briones (NEW SUICIDE SQUAD) and Brad Walker (SINESTRO) at the helm, the King of Atlantis faces his gravest challenge yet in AQUAMAN VOL. 3! Collects AQUAMAN \#16\-24\.

Aquaman, Vol. 4

Underworld

2018

Former terrorists have replaced the Atlantean police. Crime lords control huge swaths of the kingdom. And a deadly undersea arsenal is trained on the surface\-dwellers. All is as King Rath commands—and yet whispers persist of a rebel in the slums of Atlantis: A hero with the potential to change the world. In a tale that echoes sci\-fi and fantasy sagas of the past, this critically acclaimed graphic novel is already being hailed as one of the greatest Aquaman stories ever told. Collects AQUAMAN \#25\-30\.

Aquaman, Vol. 5

The Crown Comes Down

2018

A new era for Aquaman continues here, as Arthur Curry attempts to reclaim his crown in AQUAMAN VOL. 5! Arthur joins forces with his new ally Dolphin, his loyal frenemy Vulko and the love of his life, Mera, to rally the underworld of Atlantis and end the reign of the nefarious King Rath! But even as Rath doubles his efforts to destroy "the Aquaman," dangerous new enemies begin to emerge from unexpected places...some vying for the throne themselves! The critically acclaimed creative team of Dan Abnett (Annihilation) and Stjepan Sejic (Sunstone, Death Vigil) continue remaking the mythology of Aquaman's world in this new saga mixing science fiction, fantasy and superheroics. Collects issues \#31\-33 and Aquaman Annual: Crownspire \#1.

Aquaman, Vol. 6

Kingslayer

2018

A new era for Aquaman continues here, as Arthur Curry battles the nefarious King Rath in AQUAMAN VOL. 6! “I am all aboard for Aquaman.” —Nerdist “A solid primer on Aquaman’s new status quo.” —CBR Rath, the mad king of Atlantis, is under siege from all sides. Seeking new ways to maintain his grip on the throne, Rath persuades his closest friend from childhood to provide him with access to the darkest magic Atlantis has ever known! But the result is a threat that may be beyond Rath’s—or even Aquaman’s—power to control! Rath’s ally, Kadaver, is given the power of the Atlantean vaults of magic and becomes a mindless servant of the king. Rath’s dominance seems a foregone conclusion…that is, until Aquaman and some unlikely allies storm the gates. It’s a battle royal for the future of the undersea kingdom, but as Rath pays an unexpected price for ultimate authority, he becomes a force so monstrous that no one will be unscathed by the final showdown. Writer Dan Abnett (Titans, The Silencer) is joined by artists Riccardo Federici (Dark Nights: Metal: Dark Knights Rising), Sunny Gho (Captain America, Avengers) and more in Aquaman Vol. 6: Kingslayer, collecting stories from Aquaman \#34\-38\.

Aquaman, Vol. 2

Amnesty

2019

The tides turn for the Sea King as Kelly Sue DeConnick (Captain Marvel, Pretty Deadly) and red-hot artist Robson Rochatake steer Aquaman into uncharted waters! Thought to be dead by the rest of the world, Arthur Curry has retreated to a remote island where he struggles to recover his lost memory and return to his life as Aquaman. But when he finally realizes the truth about his past, what he learns will shake him to his core! Beneath the waves, the mysterious Mother Shark reveals to Arthur that his origin and history are more fantastic than he ever expected. But his new understanding of himself as a hero and a king pales in comparison to the shocking revelations that Mera shared with him before they parted—news that will change not only their destiny, but the future of Atlantis itself! Collects AQUAMAN #48-52.

Authors

Kelly Sue DeConnick

Author · 61 books

Kelly Sue DeConnick’s work spans stage, comics, film and television. Ms. DeConnick first came to prominence as a comics writer, where she is best known for reinventing the Carol Danvers as “Captain Marvel” at Marvel and for the Black Label standard-setting Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons at DC. Her independent comics Bitch Planet and Pretty Deadly (both from Image Comics) have ranked as New York Times best-sellers and been honored with Eisner Awards, British Fantasy Awards and Hugo nominations. Ms. DeConnick’s screen work includes stints on Captain Marvel, a film that earned $1B for Disney worldwide, and 2023’s forthcoming The Marvels with Marvel Studios; in addition to having consulted on features for Skydance and ARRAY, and developed television for NBCUniversal, Legendary Entertainment and HBOMax. Her most recent stage work is the mythic spectacle AWAKENING, which opened at the Wynn Resort Las Vegas in November 2022. Mission-driven, Ms. DeConnick is also a founding partner at Good Trouble Productions, where she has helped to produce non-fiction and educational comics including the “Hidden Voices” and “Recognized” series for NY Public Schools and Congressman John Lewis’ Run, in partnership with Abrams Comics. In 2015, Ms. DeConnick founded the #VisibleWomen Project, whose mission is to help women and other marginalized genders find paid work in comics and its related industries. The project continues to this day and recently expanded in partnership with Dani Hedlund of Brink Literacy. Ms. DeConnick lives in Portland, OR with her husband, writer Matt Fraction, and their two children.

Dan Abnett

Author · 176 books