Aquaman #31
In "The Crown Comes Down Part One," Aquaman takes direct action against Drift forces terrorizing the lower Trides, rallying allies like Vulko and the Undercurrent in a desperate bid to unseat King Rath. With Ondine’s cryptic suggestion to forge an alliance with the Ninth Tride’s gangs, Aquaman must confront King Shark—leader of one of the most feared factions—while Dolphin uncovers a clue that could shift the tide. Written by Dan Abnett and illustrated by Riccardo Federici, with colors by Sunny Gho and letters by Steve Wands, this pivotal issue builds tension through shifting loyalties and rising stakes. The cover, by Stjepan Šejić, captures the moment’s intensity with striking detail.
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Aquaman openly challenges Drift soldiers who are attacking residents of the lower Trides. Vulko, Aquaman, and the Undercurrent discuss strategies to overthrow King Rath. Ondine, who is secretly working for Reverend Mother Cetea, suggests that they ally with the gangs of the Ninth Tride to defeat their common foe. This leads to Aquaman facing off against King Shark, who is one of the gang leaders. Dolphin makes an unexpected discovery.
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