Aquaman is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Paul Norris and Mort Weisinger, the character debuted in More Fun Comics #73. Initially a backup feature in DC's anthology titles, Aquaman later starred in several volumes of a solo comic book series. During the late 1950s and 1960s superhero-revival period known as the Silver Age, he was a founding member of the Justice League. In the 1990s Modern Age, writers interpreted Aquaman's character more seriously, with storylines depicting the weight of his role as king of Atlantis. The character's original 1960s animated appearances left a lasting impression, making Aquaman widely recognized in popular culture and one of the world's most recognized superheroes.
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | More Fun Comics #73 (November 1941) |
| Created by | Mort Weisinger, (writer), Paul Norris, (artist) |
| Alter ego | Arthur Curry |
| Species | Atlantean-demigod hybrid (2019–present), Human-Atlantean hybrid (some continuities) |
| Place of origin | Atlantis |
| Team affiliations | Justice League, Justice League International, The Others, Justice League Europe, Justice League Task Force |
| Partnerships | Queen Mera (wife), Aqualad (various), Topo, Prince Garth/Tempest, Superman, Batman |
| Notable aliases | Orin, King of the Seven Seas, Dweller-in-the-Depths, Aquatic Ace, Marine Marvel, Terra Firma, Rider of King Tide, AC, Protector of the Deep |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength, durability, endurance, speed, agility, reflexes, and senses, Telepathic control of all aquatic life, Utilizes the Trident of Poseidon, Master tactician, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant and martial artist, Underwater adaption |
About Aquaman
DC Comics film which centers on the titular character's origins in which he learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis. It is the sixth installment in the DC Extended Universe.
Achievement of Aquaman
The character of Aquaman had already been featured in the two previous DC films Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League.
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