Cover: Patrick Gleason

Aquaman: Sub Diego #[nn]

Sep 2015 · DC · 16.99 USD; 19.99 CAD

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About this Collection

This collection presents the complete 'Sub Diego' storyline from DC's Aquaman series, where a catastrophic earthquake sinks the city of San Diego into the Pacific Ocean, forcing Aquaman to navigate a submerged urban landscape and confront new threats to both surface and underwater worlds. Written by John Arcudi with art by Patrick Gleason and others, the volume collects Aquaman (2003) issues #16-22 and Aquaman: Sub Diego #1-2.

In "American Tidal, Part 1 of 6," Aquaman faces a rare crisis in Sub Diego when the first non-water-breathing child is born in the underwater city, prompting urgent questions about the colony's future. With tensions rising and a new criminal figure emerging to challenge the underworld, Aquaman turns to Geist and city leaders to find answers—before the situation spirals. Written by Will Pfeifer and illustrated by Patrick Gleason, with inks by Christian Alamy, colors by Nathan Eyring, and letters by Jared K. Fletcher, the cover by Patrick Gleason captures the uneasy atmosphere of a city on the edge.

Contains 8 stories

American Tidal, Part 1 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]President Pete RossJeremy Breneman (death)Carla RamirezDave (medical examiner)

American Tidal, Part 2 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz]Lorena Marquez (first appearance)Lorena's mother (flashback)Lorena's father (flashback)Chris (Lorena's boyfriend, flashback)

American Tidal, Part 3 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz]Lorena Marquez

American Tidal, Part 4 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Lorena MarquezRonald (first appearance)Ms. Tartel (first appearance)Mr. J (first appearance)Anton Geist (first appearance)

American Tidal, Part 5 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Lorena MarquezAnton Geist

In "American Tidal, Part 5 of 6," Aquaman faces off against Anton Geist, the scientist behind the transformation of San Diego’s citizens into water-breathers—only to discover Geist used Aquaman’s own DNA to achieve his goals. The revelation shakes Aquaman as he grapples with the implications of his genetic legacy being weaponized against humanity.

American Tidal, Part 6 of 6

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Aquagirl [Lorena Marquez]Anton GeistRonaldMs. TartelMr. J

In "American Tidal, Part 6 of 6," Aquaman and Lorena bring Geist to Sub Diego to confront the consequences of his actions, only to uncover that he was manipulated all along—used by unseen forces who now seek his silence, permanently. The revelation deepens the stakes as Geist’s past collides with the present, forcing difficult choices in a city built on secrets.

With the Fishes, Part 1 of 2

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]Aquagirl [Lorena Marquez]Anton GeistFrank UllmanMikey Salerno (death)The Eel [Mort Coolidge] (first appearance)Batman [Bruce Wayne] (last page cameo)

In "With the Fishes, Part 1 of 2," the birth of a child in Sub Diego who can’t breathe underwater sends shockwaves through the underwater city, prompting Aquaman to enlist Geist and city officials to find answers. As tensions rise, a new player emerges in the shadows, poised to seize control of Sub Diego’s criminal underworld.

With the Fishes, Part 2 of 2

22 pp · Superhero

Aquaman [Arthur Curry]BatmanAquagirl [Lorena Marquez]Anton GeistThe Eel [Mort Coolidge]Mr. J