Aquaman # 23.2: Ocean Master # 1 3-D Lenticular Motion Cover 2013 NM

Aquaman #23.2: Ocean Master #1 (2013) is a special tie-in issue titled "New Fish". Released in September 2013, this comic book was part of DC Comics' company-wide "Villains Month" event during The New 52 relaunch. Rather than advancing Arthur Curry's storyline, this standalone issue highlights his half-brother, Orm Marius (Ocean Master), mapping out his complex moral perspective and his survival instincts in the immediate wake of the Forever Evil breakout.

Key Storyline Points

• The Belle Reve Breakout: Following his war with the surface world in the "Throne of Atlantis" arc, Orm is awaiting trial inside Belle Reve prison. When the Crime Syndicate destroys the prison gates, a mass breakout ensues.
• Rejecting the Secret Society: While escaping alongside other inmates, Orm is approached by the Secret Society of Super-Villains. They offer him power if he joins their cause, but Orm fiercely declines—stating he wants absolutely no part in surface world politics and only desires to return home to the oceans.
• A Harsh Surface Journey: To get back to the sea, Orm is forced to travel across the dry surface world on foot. He views humans with intense disdain but finds himself continually entangled in their problems as he navigates the lawless, blackout-ridden landscape.
• An Unexpected Choice: During his trek, Orm witnesses a helpless human family—a mother and her young son, Tommy—being threatened by a brutal gang of surface scavengers. Despite his vocal hatred of humanity, Orm's royal code of honor drives him to intervene, ruthlessly slaughtering the attackers to protect the innocent.
• Stranded on Land: The issue ends on a bittersweet, localized note. Realizing that the oceans are currently blocked or heavily monitored due to the ongoing Crime Syndicate invasion, Orm chooses to temporarily stay on land to protect the vulnerable family, delaying his return to Atlantis.

Creative Team

• Writers: Co-written by superstar architect Geoff Johns and [Tony Bedard].
• Artist: Illustrated by Geraldo Borges, featuring additional ink support from Ruy José.
• Colorist: Visuals colored by Rod Reis.
• Cover Artists: Main artwork and the highly collectible 3D lenticular motion variant cover were illustrated by [Paul Pelletier] and [Sean Parsons].