Trapped on Namma's island with nowhere to run, the amnesiac Aquaman must protect Caille from her mother, who aims to reach her full power at the cost of Caille's life! Will Aquaman hold his own against the mother of all gods and retrieve his lost memories? Or will Aquaman turn to salt at her hand?
Aquaman continues to be remarkably smart, highlighting the true specialty and power of its dynamic hero while giving him a mythic dimension. Read Full Review
This is a fresh new take on the longtime hero, and so far DC is knocking it out of the park. Read Full Review
This arc has evolved into a can't miss story worthy of far more praise than it's getting. Read it. Read Full Review
Robson Rocha's artwork is beautifully detailed throughout the issue. Everything from the character expressions to the amazing fight scenes looks great. Read Full Review
This has quickly built up into one of DC's most interesting runs. Read Full Review
The sheer scale of it in turns earns the reverberations it causes throughout the ocean by issue's end, the way this tale appears to be expanding is a thrilling way to up the ante in an arc that's already of high quality and of its best issue yet. Read Full Review
This arc has been fine, but it's felt like it's dragged out longer than necessary. DC really spoiled readers with the twice a month release for its Rebirth kickoff. It's one of those deals where once it's been established, it's difficult to train readers to revert to the traditional storytelling method. Granted, DeConnick and Rocha likely appreciate not having to rush to crank out two issues a month, but this is the kind of story that would have benefited tremendously told in two and a half months instead of five. Read Full Review
Things fall into place as Aquaman and Caillie confront Namma, revealing a secret that I'm pretty sure we already knew. Now that all the characters introduced feel relevant, the story has become more compelling, which I guess is a pretty neat trick in comics today. Read Full Review
Another strong showing. The crew has built a speedboat of a story, and now it is straight ahead to victory or defeat for Andy and the minor goddesses and gods of the sea. Read Full Review
A brilliantly epic tale! Read Full Review
The stakes are high this issue and the fate of the village of unspoken water has never been in more danger! Read Full Review
Aquaman makes a good showing, even without his memories, and the stage is set for the big final chapter. Read Full Review
Overall, even if youre not a fan of the Namma/Caille angle for this arc, this issue still gives the fans something they have been waiting for five chapters for. Its worth checking out if youve been on the fence about continuing to pick up this book, but the next few issues will be the real test of whether or not DeConnick has an excellent long-term plan for Aquaman. Read Full Review
Its interesting because I think I am reading the best (Hawkman) and worst (Aquaman) of what DC Comics is currently putting out. It is really difficult to jump Hawkman and be excited to read this title. Read Full Review
Sounding like a back-handed compliment, but I was worried about this arc (but still have concerns that it pulled Aquaman out of the mainstream DC universe), but it's been a really good take on Aquaman that adds to his world. This issue had plenty of action and moved the story forward with some beautiful art. Aquaman has had a good history of distinctive artists like Cardy, Aparo, Newton, Gleason, etc., and Rocha is added to that list!
Damn, Rocha is a great fit for Aquaman.
It quickly turns into a conflict between Aquaman and Namma. Man, it was painful to watch beautiful Caille become Cailleach but then she transformed into a rather unanticipated appearance. Absolutely enjoyed the moment when Aquaman was able to speak to the ocean again and it reaches Mera, "He lives", she said. And the people of the island of unspoken water become their best selves after the echo brings their long dormant powers to the forefront as they march forward to help their champion.
After a small misstep last issue, this book is better than ever with an action-heavy issue.
THE GOOD:
-Robson Rocha's art is just great. As soon as you open the book, you know you're in for a visual treat.
-Solid action-oriented issue. If you're looking for epic battles, this is the issue to read this week.
-Kelly Sue Deconnick is a great writer. I like where she's taking this series. For me, she's already better than Abnett.
-Seeing all those creatures was a delight. It wasn't overstuffed or ridiculous like Damage, because the execution wasn't amateurish.
-It's nice to finally see Mera again.
THE BAD:
-I don't know, the issue felt like it moved too quickly maybe? I'm not sure. It wasn't rushed so much as it just had awkward pacing. Nothing Knightma more
This was a good, well paced issue. I was into it.
A quick, but enjoyable read.
He wasn’t even turned into salt I feel so let down.
While it feels like a different Aquaman than what we got in the beginning of Rebirth, loving the vibe this issue gives! Great artwork and progresses the story while I actually understand what’s happening in this issue and enjoy it!
The art was great. However, apart from this single issue i am not really enjoying this arc.
Not quite as bad as recent issues, but it's still awful. The art is the highlight.
I'm dropping this title until DeConnick has gone.
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