Official Reading Guide & Lore

How To Start Reading Aquaman Comics

Real Name: Arthur Curry | Universe: DC | Rating: 93 OVR (Abyssal Monarch)

"I am the protector of the deep."

The Top 3 Starter Books for Beginners

The Rebirth Masterpiece

Aquaman: The Trench (Vol. 1) (2011)

Writer/Artist: Geoff Johns & Ivan Reis | Format: Trade Paperback

Arthur Curry faces terrifying subterranean flesh-eating horrors emerging from the ocean trench.

Why Start Here: Completely destroyed the old 'talks to fish' joke and made Aquaman a certified badass.

The Atlantean Civil War

Aquaman: Throne of Atlantis (2012)

Writer/Artist: Geoff Johns & Ivan Reis | Format: Hardcover Graphic Novel

Ocean Master launches a tidal wave strike against Gotham and Metropolis, forcing Aquaman to fight the Justice League.

Why Start Here: High-octane blockbuster epic featuring the entire Justice League.

The Epic Fantasy Run

Aquaman: Underworld (Vol. 4) (2017)

Writer/Artist: Dan Abnett & Stjepan Sejic | Format: Trade Paperback

Dethroned and presumed dead, Arthur becomes an underground rebel fighting Corum Rath's totalitarian regime.

Why Start Here: Magnificent painted fantasy artwork reminiscent of Lord of the Rings under water.

Official Power Grid (1-7 Benchmark)

  • Intelligence: 4 / 7
  • Strength: 6 / 7
  • Speed: 6 / 7
  • Durability: 6 / 7
  • Energy Projection: 5 / 7
  • Fighting Skill: 6 / 7

Documented Weakness: Prolonged dehydration outside water, vulnerability to extreme heat.