Showcase Presents: Aquaman #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis massive black-and-white volume collects the earliest Silver Age adventures of the King of the Seven Seas, reprinting stories from Aquaman's debut in Adventure Comics #260 through his own solo series and appearances in Showcase. Spanning the late 1950s and early 1960s, these tales showcase Aquaman's battles against classic foes like Black Manta and Ocean Master, alongside his early partnership with Aqualad. It's a comprehensive look at the character's foundational era, presented in DC's budget-friendly Showcase Presents format.
In "How Aquaman Got His Powers!", Jimmy Olsen steps into the role of Atlantis’ protector when Aquaman is called away on a case, temporarily inheriting his abilities. When a prehistoric monster thaws from an iceberg, it begins mimicking the fish Jimmy has trained—leading to chaos beneath the waves. Al Plastino’s art brings the aquatic action to life, while Dick Dillin and Sheldon Moldoff’s cover captures the moment with classic flair.
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Jimmy Olsen is temporarily given Aquaman's powers to patrol while Aquaman is on another case. A prehistoric monster thaws from an iceberg and begins imitating everything Jimmy has other fish perform.
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