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Creation & Design

Aqualad was created by writer Geoff Johns and artist Mike McKone, first appearing in the Teen Titans series as a member of the team.

Early Years

Kaldur'ahm was raised in Atlantis and trained in the ways of the Atlantean warriors, eventually becoming a key member of the Teen Titans.

Character Development

Throughout his journey, Aqualad evolves from a sidekick to a leader, grappling with his identity and responsibilities as both an Atlantean and a hero.

Cultural Reception

Aqualad has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for his depth and representation of diverse characters in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kaldur'ahm
First Appearance:
Adventure Comics #269
Aliases:
Aquaman, Kaldur
Species:
Atlantean
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Justice League, Young Justice
Abilities:
Hydrokinesis, Superhuman strength, Underwater breathing
Equipment:
Water-bearer, Trident
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Adventure Comics #269
DC ⋅ 1960
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Adventure Comics #269
 
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1st appearance of Aqualad, later becomes Tempest

Adventure Comics #270
DC ⋅ 1960
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Adventure Comics #270
 
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2nd appearance of Aqualad

1st appearance of the Aquacave

Brave and the Bold, The #54
DC ⋅ 1964
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Brave and the Bold, The #54
 
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1st team appearance of the Teen Titans: Aqualad, Kid Flash, Robin

The team name Teen Titans isn't coined until Brave and the Bold #60

1st appearance of Mr. Twister, possesses a stick that controls the weather

Showcase #79
DC ⋅ 1968
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Showcase #79
 
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1st appearance of Dolphin

[May 2022 - unconfirmed speculation Dolphin will debut in Aquaman 2]

Origin of Aqualad

Tempest #2
DC ⋅ 1996
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Tempest #2
 
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1st appearance of Tempest, formerly Aqualad aka Garth

Brightest Day #9
DC ⋅ 2010
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Brightest Day #9
 
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Jackson Hyde revealed to have water elemental powers, hinted at in issue #7

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