Aquaman #6

Sep 2015 · DC · 24.99 USD; 28.99 CAD

📊 ~63,450 copies sold its debut month

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About this Collection

This volume collects Aquaman #32-40 and Aquaman: Futures End #1, continuing the New 52 era of the Sea King's adventures. The story arc 'Maelstrom' sees Aquaman facing a devastating threat from the depths as he deals with the fallout from the death of his nemesis Black Manta, while also confronting a new enemy in the form of the mysterious Dead Water. Written by Cullen Bunn with art by Trevor McCarthy and others, this collection explores Arthur Curry's struggle to balance his responsibilities as king of Atlantis with his life on the surface world.

In "Graduation," Aquaman faces a defining moment as he battles alongside Mera to protect Atlanna and her people, confronting deep personal stakes when Daniel falls in the conflict. The emotional weight of the moment culminates in Atlanna finally acknowledging Arthur as her son—though she insists he must leave her realm. Written by Jeff Parker and illustrated by Paul Pelletier, with inks by Sandra Hope, Wayne Faucher, and Tony Kordos, and colors by Rain Beredo, this pivotal issue features a striking cover by Paul Pelletier and Sean Parsons.

Contains 11 stories

Graduation

12 pp · superhero

Tom CurryAtlannaArthur Curry [Aquaman]Black MantaGreen Lantern [Hal Jordan] (flashback)Batman (flashback)

The Mission

12 pp · superhero

MeraAquaman

It Lives

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Dr. Orson (death)Dr. Stephen ShinDr. VossKoahMeraMr. Dallen (death)Mr. Myres (death)TopoTulaChimera [Mr. Coombs] (villain)

Meet Your Maker

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]AndyBatman [Bruce Wayne] (flashback)Dr. Edrid Orson (flashback)Dr. Stephen ShinErika WatsonJenniferKaeKoahMeraPiper (a dog)Salty (a dog)Superman [Clark KentKal-El] (flashback)TulaVulkoChimera [Mr. Coombs] (villain)

Land and Sea

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Dr. Stephen ShinEddie (death)JohnMera (flashback)Chimera [Mr. Coombs] (villain)

Maelstrom, Part I: Afterlife

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Daniel EvansDr. Stephen ShinErika WatsonJenniferKoahMeraMr. EberlinNeolSalty (a dog)TulaWavi

Maelstrom, Part II: Possessed

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Atlanna (flashback)Daniel EvansDr. Stephen ShinKoahMeraMartian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz]Orm (flashback)Orvax (flashback)TulaVulko

Maelstrom, Part III: The Cunning of Queens

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Atlanna (flashback)Daniel EvansDr. Stephen ShinLeekiLord SolovarMeraTulaGrodd (villain)

Maelstrom, Part IV: The Final Gate

20 pp · superhero

AquamanMeraGroddLord SolovarDr. Stephen ShinDaniel EvansAtlanna (cameo)

In "Maelstrom, Part IV: The Final Gate," Aquaman and Mera push deeper into the unknown, stepping through a dimensional gate that leads them to a hidden realm where they finally encounter Atlanna, the long-lost queen and Arthur’s mother. The journey tests their bond and resolve as they face the mysteries of a world that holds secrets about Arthur’s past and the fate of Atlantis.

Maelstrom, Part V: Pacifica

20 pp · superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]MeraQueen AtlannaLenuGontuKarakuTulaNeol

Maelstrom VI: The End of the World

20 pp · superhero

AquamanMeraQueen AtlannaDr. Stephen ShinDaniel EvansKarakuLenu

In "Maelstrom VI: The End of the World," Aquaman and Mera race to protect Atlanna and her people from a looming threat, facing heartbreak when Daniel falls in battle. As the truth of Arthur’s lineage comes to light, Atlanna finally accepts him as her son—only to send him away, knowing his place lies beyond her realm.