Aquaman #1
Aquaman #1 (2017) launches with a thunderous splash in "The Drowning Prologue: After the Deluge," as a naval vessel vanishes beneath the waves and Atlantis is blamed. Written by Dan Abnett and illustrated by Philippe Briones, with colors by Gabe Eltaeb and letters by Pat Brosseau, the issue plunges into political tension as the U.S. takes Aquaman into custody. While Mera fights to free him, Murk and his team investigate the wreckage, uncovering clues that could ignite a war—just as a U.S. recovery team closes in. Cover by Brad Walker and Drew Hennessy sets the tone for a sea of rising conflict.
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After the Deluge sinks a Naval vessel, the US holds Atlantis responsible and takes Aquaman into federal custody. While Mera tries to negotiate for his release, Murk leads a team to the site of the wreckage and finds evidence of Atlantean involvement. When a US Recovery team discovers Murk and his fellow Atlanteans at the wreckage, a confrontation ensues. Meanwhile, Black Jack continues to try to get Black Manta to join N.E.M.O., whose goal is global domination through control of the seas.
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