Even Aquaman Knows Everyone Thinks He's a Joke
Warning: contains spoilers for Aquaman: The Becoming #6!
Despite his great strength and unique powers, Aquaman is viewed by some as a joke—and even he knows it. In Aquaman: The Becoming #6, Aquaman, in a bid to convince his apprentice Jackson Hyde of his own worth, relates a story of his younger days, in the process acknowledging his reputation as “useless” and a “joke.” The issue, the final in the miniseries, is part of the Prelude to Aquamen event and is on sale now in print and digital.
In celebration of Aquaman's 80th anniversary in 2021, DC released a plethora of one-shots and specials, shining lights on the Sea King’s villains (Black Manta) and allies, such as Jackson Hyde. The son of Black Manta, Hyde is being groomed to take Arthur Curry’s place as Aquaman, a role he is not sure he is ready to assume. Meanwhile Queen Mera has brokered a peace treaty between Atlantis and long-time adversary Xebel. However, factions have sabotaged the peace conference, threatening to undermine all Mera and Arthur have worked to achieve. At the conclusion of the previous issue, Jackson heads off into combat, ready to defend the peace—and a better tomorrow for Atlantis and Xebel. The issue is written by Brandon Thomas, illustrated by Serg Acuna and Diego Olortegui, inks by Acuna and Wade von Grawbadger, colored by Adriano Lucas and lettered by Andworld Designs.
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The final issue opens in the thick of the fighting, as Jackson Hyde and his allies fight back against the insurgents. When Jackson attempts to create a hard-water construct to strike an opponent, he flashes back to training under Aquaman a few days prior. Jackson struggles to master his powers, feeling
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