Detective Comics #294
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Villain of 100 Elements," Aquaman and Aqualad face a mysterious threat as sea monsters—apparently alive—ravage the oceans. Written by Jack Miller and illustrated by Nick Cardy, this 1961 issue showcases Aquaman’s quick thinking as he uncovers the truth behind the mechanical beasts. The cover by Sheldon Moldoff captures the clash of man and machine beneath the waves.
In "The Fantastic Fish That Defeated Aquaman," Aquaman and Aqualad face a bizarre threat when sea monsters—commanded by the villain Harry Black—ravage the waters. Though the heroes are initially outmatched, Aquaman’s sharp mind uncovers the truth: the beasts are mechanical, not living. With a clever twist, he uses electric eels to disable the machines, turning the tide in his favor.
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Reprinted in Batman #182 (1966), Showcase Presents: Aquaman #1 (2007), Showcase Presents: Martian Manhunter #1 (2007)
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