Aquaman #2
In "Uneasy Lies The Head That Wears The Crown," Aquaman faces a deadly infiltration when the Aquamarines strike Atlantis, leaving High Lord Zeekil Neol and Elder Koah dead and Seneschal Kae gravely wounded. With tensions rising and the Atlanteans demanding retaliation against the U.S., Arthur must decide whether to push for peace or prepare for war—leading him to track a N.E.M.O. signal that reveals Black Manta’s involvement. Written by Dan Abnett and brought to life with dynamic art by Philippe Briones, this gripping issue explores the weight of leadership and the cost of duty beneath the sea. The cover, by Brad Walker and Andrew Hennessy, captures the storm of conflict brewing beneath the surface.
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The Aquamarines infiltrate Atlantis on their mission to assassinate Aquaman. Arthur, with the help of Mera and Jurok Byss, is able to capture them, but High Lord Zeekil Neol and Elder Koah are killed in the attack and Seneschal Kae is critically injured. Sentiment among the Atlanteans is to retaliate against the US. Aquaman addresses his subjects and says he will make one last attempt to avoid war, but if he fails he will accept that war is inevitable and will step down as king of Atlantis. Aquaman then tracks a N.E.M.O. signal to their base and discovers that they are led by Black Manta.
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