DC decided to reboot their comic book universe, so I decided to blog along with it!
Aquaman #1
Geoff Johns: Writer
Ivan Reis: Penciller
Joe Prado: Inker
Don't laugh, it's just Aquaman.
Seriously. That's the whole book. With Aquaman showing early signs of Daddy Issues and wanting to sneak away from all responsibility.
But he's really a badass. And he has a trident.
This issue just reads like how Geoff Johns has been writing lately, very unimpressive. Very little substance is given with the story. It just feels like it is dragging down. There isn't very much said. This book was one of the quicker reads that I've had with the reboot. Mostly because there isn't much there at all.
This is Geoff Johns going into decompressed story mode. He is taking his time with everything, and it just feels like I am moving like a slug through syrup. The story covers a somewhat origin story (see Daddy Issues above) and you get the sense that no one takes Aquaman seriously. And really, who should? Will Johns be able to work his magic at revitalizing characters and bringing new meaning to that character's place in the DC universe? I hope he succeed, because I don't see this story lasting past the three issue try for me.
The art is great. Reis gave more background to look at then the usual artists that work with Johns. This is a very good, because otherwise there would be a lot of blank space shown in this issue. I just need something more than the pretty pictures in the story to hook me. (Fish Joke). Its actually kinda bad that I enjoyed the art much more than I enjoyed the story.
To keep up with my other reviews, yes, this is the first time I have even considered buying an Aquaman book. It may be the only time in my lifetime that I do so.
Aw well, maybe next issue will be better!
Words: 6/10
Pictures: 7/10
Recommend: This might be better to wait for the trade. Even a brand new reader wouldn't get any new information about Aquaman that they wouldn't already know.
Buy Next Issue: 3 Issue try, then die.
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