Curry, Arthur (Aquaman)
1. Where to Start
A. Origin Stories
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The Submarine Strikes by Mort Weisinger
The first appearance of Aquaman. -
The Legend of Aquaman by Keith Giffen and Robert Fleming
Post-Crisis retelling of Aquaman’s origin. -
Atlantis Chronicles by Peter David
The story of Atlantis itself, culminating in the birth of Aquaman.
B. Jumping-On Points
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A Small World Incident by Shaun McLaughlin
Oumland invades Atlantis in this 50th anniversary story. -
Time and Tide by Peter David
The sequel to Atlantis Chronicles and prologue to the author’s main run. -
The Trench by Geoff Johns
The start of the character’s New 52 stories.
2. Recommended Stories
A. Classic Stories (Pre-Crisis)
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The Search for Mera by Steve Skeates
Aquaman must find and rescue his abducted wife. -
The Death of a Prince by David Michelinie
Aquaman seeks revenge after a family tragedy.
B. Modern Stories (Post-Crisis)
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Thicker than Water by Neal Pozner
Aquaman’s first miniseries after the Crisis. -
Tide of Battle by Keith Giffen and Robert Fleming
A jellyfish invasion coincides with tensions between Arthur and Mera. -
Hitting Bottom by Peter David
Aquaman reinvents himself after a terrible injury.
C. Current Stories (Post-Flashpoint)
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Throne of Atlantis by Geoff Johns
Aquaman’s brother declares war on the surface world. -
Out of Darkness by Dan Abnett
Prelude to Abnett’s Rebirth run. Aquaman faces the monstrous Dead Water.