Aquaman #1

Nov 2012 · DC · 22.99 USD; 26.99 CAD

📊 ~77,041 copies sold its debut month

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About this Collection

This DVD-sized collection reprints the first story arc of the 2012 Aquaman series, written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Ivan Reis. It follows Arthur Curry as he embraces his role as King of Atlantis while facing threats both on land and in the sea, including a mysterious new enemy. The volume collects issues #1-6 of the New 52 relaunch.

In "The Trench," Geoff Johns and Ivan Reis kick off a bold new era for Aquaman with a gripping dive into the deep, where the hero and Mera bring a mysterious sea creature’s body to the reclusive Dr. Stephen Shin—once a trusted ally, now a figure of tension and unanswered questions. The issue sets a haunting tone with atmospheric art by Reis and Prado, blending underwater dread with the weight of past rifts, all under the stark, striking cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado.

Contains 6 stories

The Trench

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraTom Curry (flashback)Trench creatures

In "The Trench," Aquaman grapples with the weight of misunderstanding as he chooses to leave Atlantis for a quieter life in Amnesty Bay. But beneath the surface, something ancient stirs—unseen forces rising from the ocean’s darkest depths.

Part Two

20 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraStephen Shin (photo)Deputy Wilsonunnamed sheriffTrench creatures

Part Three

20 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraTom Curry (flashback)Trench creaturesDeputy Wilsonunnamed sheriffOfficer GladstoneCommander ClayStephen Shin

In "Part Three" of Aquaman #1 (2012), Aquaman and Mera bring the corpse of a strange sea creature to Dr. Stephen Shin, a reclusive oceanic expert whose complicated history with the Atlantean king adds tension to their urgent mission. As they seek answers about the mysterious beings threatening the deep, old wounds and unspoken truths begin to surface.

Part Four

21 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraTrench creaturesCommander ClayDeputy Wilsonunnamed sheriff

Lost

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraCommander ClayTom Curry (flashback)unnamed Atlantean (hologram)Stephen Shin

Deserted!

20 pp · Superhero

MeraAquaman [Arthur Curry]Jennifer Posey (store clerk)Randy Rovner (store owner)Sam (police officer)Billy (police officer)Carl (police officer)Ryan SlaterRachel SlayterCharlie (police officer)Mera's father (flashback)