Superman and Batman head to Atlantis for another spectacular look at DC's world.
, superhero fans have known that Mark Waid had something special on his hands. Taking a look to the past of both the Dark Knight and the Man of Steel, the team-up book is one that not only highlights what makes Clark and Bruce work so well but the DC Universe at large as well. While artist Dan Mora might have moved onto “bigger” things in the DCU, this hasn’t stoppedfrom continuing its momentum as it does so here by seeing Supes and Bats make their way to the briny deep.
To start off this review, I must state that I’m not a big fan of Arthur Curry. Granted, I’ve read about him plenty when he makes appearances in Justice League appearances and DC comic book crossovers, but in terms of stories strictly focused on the DC deep, I’m at a loss. In, Waid and his artistic cohort for the issue, Adrian Gutierrez, are able to present quite the engaging take on Atlantis and Arthur’s place within it.
It’s in this quagmire that we are able to see Curry at his finest, attempting to explain to his people that his role as a member of the Justice League ultimately benefits them as well. Saving the world inherently means that Aquaman is saving Atlantis but its a rationale that falls on deaf ears here. Honestly, there are a lot of moving pieces to this take on the underwater civilization and it makes me want to pick up an Aquaman solo book to see if things play out similarly.
Of course, Batman, Robin, and Superman are still a part of this story, which Waid does not forget here. Once again calling on the antics of DC Comics’ Silver Age, the writer brings back Lori Lemaris, one of Clark’s first girlfriends who just so happens to be a mermaid. Her presence here makes for a solid connection between Kent and Atlantis as she can break down the current problems of the day facing her people to Superman.
Of course, it takes a village to create a hit story and Waid finds a solid partner here in Gutierrez. Standing in the giant shadow of Dan Mora is no easy feat, but Adrian does his job here and the some. Where the artist most shines is in his action scenes, capturing energetic panels in a way not often seen in superhero comics. Direction is such a key component for any comic book, superhero or otherwise, and Gutierrez has an unbelievably strong eye for this.
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