Warning: Spoilers for Aquaman #2Aquaman The position of King of Atlantis is taken from him as the kingdom he calls home is destroyed in a lore-changing revelation. Arthur Curry’s upcoming solo series had many longtime fans excited, but DC decided to kick off its bold new era in the most shocking way possible with the catastrophic end of Atlantis.
DC Comics recently made waves with the announcement of the new Aquaman All In series from the creative team of Jeremy Adams and John Timms. Now, in DC’s February solicitations, a synopsis for Aquaman #2 has just been revealed.
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AQUAMAN #2 (2025) |
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February 12, 2025 |
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Jeremy Adams |
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John Timms |
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John Timms |
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Márcio Takara, Lucas Meyer, Tula Lotay, Salvador Larroca |
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After the shocking events of Aquaman #1, Arthur Curry is now a king without a home! But is hope really lost? The answer lies in Aquaman’s mysterious new water transformation abilities and a portal to the unknown. Earth’s mysterious underwater hero must train like never before to have a chance of reclaiming Atlantis from its untimely apocalypse…or should we say Apokolips? Ride the wave for the biggest, wettest adventure of the year in this second edition extravaganza – brought to you by the talents of Jeremy Adams and John Timms! |
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This summary announces that Aquaman is “a king without a home” and suggests the tragic fate of Atlantis as the result of a mysterious apocalypse. With the end of Atlantis, Aquaman has lost the kingdom he rules, with enormous consequences for its status quo.
What the Obliteration of Atlantis means for Aquaman and the DC Universe
Aquaman #2 Variant cover by Lucas Meyer
Since its first appearance in 1941, Aquaman’s loyalty to Atlantis has been a constant in his characterization. Even in continuity reboots like the New 52, ​​where Arthur tries to leave his Atlantean past behind, he inevitably ends up claiming his rightful throne as king. However, Atlantis has now been obliterated, meaning that constant no longer exists. Atlantis is to Aquaman what Gotham City is to Batman, so its erasure in turn erases a fundamental aspect of Arthur Curry. Not only did Aquaman lose his home, but the DC Universe was deprived of one of its most iconic locations.
Aquaman’s next adventure already appears to be shaking up his classic tradition in more ways than one. According to the summary of the first edition, Arthur Curry has unlocked new powers that allow him to manipulate water, which he will use in his battles against underwater kaiju. Interestingly, this ability resembles that of his longtime love interest Mera, suggesting that they will switch powers. Additionally, the wave of kaiju threatening the Atlanteans is also a recent development in the DC Universe. Aquaman’s world faces drastic changes, and now that Atlantis has been defeated, there’s no telling what his future holds.
Is DC Destroying Atlantis a permanent change to Aquaman lore?
Aquaman has the chance to restore his lost home – can he do it?
Circumstances seem dire for Aquaman and his fellow Atlanteans, but a glimmer of hope remains for the King of the Seven Seas. The synopsis for Aquaman #2 goes on to mention that there is an opportunity for Aquaman to restore Atlantis, although it will require a lot of training on his part. Fortunately, Arthur has been through dangerous trials in the past, and there is nothing he wouldn’t do for his people. After he completes his training, Aquaman You will no doubt be ready for whatever underwater threats await you in your quest to return Atlantis to its former glory.
Aquaman #2 is available February 12, 2025 from DC Comics.