Aquaman #39

Despite a couple minor concerns, this was a fun, action-packed issue. Im looking forward to seeing how the world, either, accepts or rejects the newly risen Atlantis. But before that, Im excited to see the team that Aquaman puts together to counter the Suicide Squad which continues in Suicide Squad #46. Read Full Review

All in all, this was an enjoyable book that mixes the fun of a crossover with the epic change that Atlantis is going through in a very organic way, thanks to the storytelling of Abnett and Williams. Read Full Review

I have to say, I really am enjoying this run so far. Although we're only two issues into it, I can see it being a real hit the fans. It's got conflict in places you wouldn't think there'd be any. There's action at every turn. The writing is spectacular, as is the artwork. It is just genuinely a pleasure to read. Read Full Review

Were halfway through this small-scale crossover thats been better than I imagined. Abnett and Bennett hold court strongly as they serve it back to Suicide Squad for the next installment. Read Full Review

This remains a more compelling plot overall than either of the involved books have had in awhile. Read Full Review

With Aquaman about to become mainstream (pardon the pun) you should definitely get back into the comic books. This new arc, while not quite as great as Underworld, The Crown Comes Down or The Kingslayer, continues Dan Abnetts great run on Aquaman and gives the character the respect that the (former) King of the Atlantis truly deserves. Read Full Review

This is an cxcellent comic written by the duo of Dan Abnett and Rob Williams, (very) good art by Joe Bennett, the inks of Vicente Cifuentes and the colors of Adriano Lucas leaves us with a good feeling and eager to know what will happen now under the sea. Read Full Review

With a possible underwater suicide squad vs suicide squad about to happen, I am very excited for the coming issues, and I also want to see Mera develop more as a Queen. Though she commands power in her panels, we need more ruling Atlantis to understand what makes her better than Arthur at being King. Read Full Review

This arc has been quite enjoyable so far with a premise that is quite exciting. If the script can improve a little it could be quite the sign-off for Abnett on Aquaman beforeKelly Sue DeConnick takes over. Read Full Review

So far, this crossover has been a good read. There are a few continuity inconsistencies between this and Suicide Squad #45, but if you can overlook those, the rest of the comic is well worth your time if you are into extended brawls and don't mind offbeat quips and banter. Read Full Review

Aquaman #39 is a solid if unexciting continuation to the tales of Mera and Arthur Curry. I do look forward to more battling with the Suicide Squad, but the comic struggles against its two goals of reestablishing the Aquaman canon while fulfilling its duties as a crossover. That said, it still earns a recommendation. Check it out. Read Full Review

Joe Bennett has been working at DC Comics for years and has filled many gaps. This is not a good thing. I feel like his talent is used to fix problematic series because he can deliver on time and work on any kind of series. Here, there is an attempt to reconstruct the loose illustrative style used recently in Aquaman and it does not work. Bennett needs a strong inker, not soft shades. The comic looks odd and does not play to Bennetts strengths even though he is usually a serviceable and solid illustrator. Read Full Review

The story is a little predictable, but the characters make Aquaman #39 a fun installment in DC's latest crossover event. Read Full Review

This crossover event plods on incrementally as we wait for the climax to happen. I figure it's got to be just around the bend, by rights. Read Full Review

All in all the issue is enjoyable, just not everything it could be. Read Full Review

It serves well enough, however, but this is hardly the best this title has to offer. Read Full Review

drdrot

Aug 15, 2018

fun cross over and good to see Aquaman and Mera appearing in other DC books besides JLA. Hopefully, this will help to show that Aquaman and Mera can be just as versatile as land-based characters.

Comix4fever

Aug 16, 2018

Good to see most of us enjoyed this.

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Herushalaim - Sep 6, 2018

No, it seems you read a version that was good. We must've gotten ripped off.

The-MJP - Sep 18, 2018

John’s run was so much better And I only read the first trade of the Johns run

Comix4fever - Sep 18, 2018

Need I remind you, that Mera was sexually harassed by grocery store manger and he is NEVER punished.

The-MJP - Sep 18, 2018

I’m pretty sure mera used her water powers to beat him up or was that a different incident Also you’re implying one moment is indicative of an entire run That’s like me saying Mark Waid is a horrible after reading one issue of the champions and nothing else he’s written

Comix4fever - Sep 18, 2018

John's run is ok but Peter David & Dan Abnett are my favorites.

Comix4fever - Sep 18, 2018

By the way is your profile pic from Kamen Rider?

The-MJP - Sep 18, 2018

Why yes yes it is Specifically, Drive If you had not watched it yet goo watch owl retry much anything except decade and ghost and go from there

The-MJP - Sep 19, 2018

Ok more specifically I recommend the first two series after decade, W and OOO if you want something a bit lighter go with Fourze, if you want something a little more series go with Gaim or Build, I’d recommend drive as well but it’s characters are not for everyone

myconius - Sep 19, 2018

this isn't a review. it's bullying.

The-MJP - Sep 22, 2018

questioning why two reviewers gave a diffrent score than everyone else isn't bullying

Herushalaim - Sep 22, 2018

I don't think it's bullying, but that's a fun joke. Part of me wishes that someone took it seriously, that would've given me my jollies.

myconius - Sep 22, 2018

it's passive aggressive bullying of the condescending variety. ...but regardless, it is not a review.

Herushalaim - Sep 22, 2018

Comix4fever has a serious issue with condescension and I think he needs to quit reviewing. That's MY advice. Since clearly he's not enjoying himself. Right? That's always a good option. Quitting.

daddyT

Aug 15, 2018

not bad at all. while I'm as sick of the "America versus Atlantis" storyline as everyone else in the world, it looks like we might finally get a different take on it at least. Mera forming a "black ops" team to strike back with seems awesome. Sadly I'm betting Aquaman doesn't go as far as she'd want him to.

WhistleBlower

Aug 15, 2018

Crossover's been okay. Decent enough, nothing special.

Briton

Oct 04, 2018

I hate cross overs and refused to buy the linked titles. It doesn't seem to matter here as the story is weak, and the artwork poor.

ohhaimark

Aug 15, 2018

A very weak crossover issue in my opinion. Very bland, nothing makes it stand out. Not even the art, which is okay, but far, far from the best art I've seen from Joe Bennett, a very hit or miss artist. The characters have no personality, except for those that do, which end up coming across annoying (cough cough Harley Quinn cough). Very unoriginal, cliched storytelling. I don't know how many comics, I'm going to read, with oh no, a magical bomb that will sink Atlantis, sigh. All in all, I have really, nothing good to say about the issue. I will forget it in a single hour and the best part was the five page sneak preview of Batman Damned. Unfortunately Aquaman is yet another good series ruined by a terrible crossover.

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Comix4fever - Sep 6, 2018

If you hate this than you will probably hate the Justice League/Aquaman crossover.

ohhaimark - Sep 9, 2018

Say it ain't so.

Comix4fever - Sep 11, 2018

http://dccomicsnews.com/2018/08/22/dcs-drowned-earth-pits-justice-league-against-ancient-atlantis/

Spacey Medicine

Mar 05, 2019

Ugh no thanks. We don't even have good art anymore.