Suit Up: Belly Wop The Waves With Aquaman

It's that time of the year when many of us head for the beach to enjoy ocean fun and games, so what better way to celebrate the surf than with multiple goodies from the King of the Sea: Aquaman!

Yes, we're all riding a way of euphoria because of the Aquaman movie that's headed to the silver screen this December. But before you stand in line to get your tickets, soda, and popcorn, check out the five Aquaman items you can pre-order from the August issue of the PREVIEWS catalog!

Aquaman #41

The next big story arc for the King of the Sea starts in Aquaman #41 (AUG180475), in which "Drowned Earth" shows how Arthur has been imprisoned by Black Manta. The ramifications for such imprisoment? Well, the citizens of Earth have had it better, to say the least. Much better. In fact, it's safe to say that with Arthur tied up the planet has gone to Hell. Who's left holding the bag? Mera, of course. Check out the cover to this issue. Does it look like she's having fun in the sun? Nope. Truth is, she's Queen Mera is has to deal with the arrival of an alien armada aiming to punish the Earth for the sins of Atlantis! Worse, she's in the fight of her life because a flood has unleashed new horrors of the deep! See how Mera and Arthur fare in the mouth of this latest water cyclone by checking out Aquaman #41 in the pages of August's DC PREVIEWS!

Aquaman: The Search For Mera Deluxe Edition HC

Time for a history lesson, folks. You know Aquaman has been in comic books since they used to be bought for 12¢ each, but how well versed are you in Aquaman history? Every era has its favorite storylines. For Superman, some collectors like to call out when he changed his traditional suit for lighting white and blue duds. When it comes to Aquamn, many fans like to call out the work of writer Steve Skeates and artist Jim Aparo, particularly when they began their acclaimed run on Aquaman which spawned an epic tale of Mera's disappearance and Arthur's quest to to get her back. For those of you who dont' have a lot of luck at the back issue bins to complete this run of books, check out the Aquaman: The Search For Mera Deluxe Edition HC (AUG180586) which collects the Silver Age issues of Aquaman #40-48. Originally published in 1968, this story line pits the King against a politician named Narkran and his archnemesis Black Manta. Check it out in August's DC PREVIEWS!

Aquaman Movie Gallery: Aquaman PVC Figure

Nothing beats the classics. True. For many of us, the clean-cut Aquaman in the bright orange and green spandex is the classic image of the character that will never go out of style. But when you can put someone like Jason Momoa in the suit, you want to update things a little bit. Just enough to make and update rather than a makeover. The Aquaman Movie Gallery: Aquaman PVC Figure (AUG182575) shows the perfect balance of classic Aquaman duds and the slick new design that compliments the hero for his upcoming appearance in the 2019 theatrical film. Touting  detailed sculpting by Rocco Tartamella based on designs by Mark Wong, each PVC figure features actor likeness of Jason Momoa, and fine paintwork that compares with a typical high-end resin statue. Look for this top shelf collectible from Diamond Select Toys in the August issue of the PREVIEWS comic shop catalog!

Aquaman Movie: Aquaman Vinimate

Well, if it's a Diamond Select Toys release, you know it's going to be on everyone's wish list come the holidays. That's a given. We don't expect this to change, either, once toy collectors get a look at the Aquaman Movie: Aquaman Vinimate (AUG182575). This particular DC collectible is bound to take the ocean by storm (pun intended). It's a 4-inch vinyl figure that highlights the majesty of the King of Seas himself, whose job it is to claim the throne of Atlantis so as to prevent the undersea world from clashing with the surface dwellers. This Vinimate comes with a signature blockish style, striking a dynamic poses inspired by the film. Aquaman, Black Manta and Ocean Master comprise the first figures released for a first wave of Vinimates based on the Aquaman film. Each of the Vinimates are in scale to all other DC Vinimates. Put this figure on your wish list, and look for it in the Diamond Select Toys section of the August PREVIEWS catalog!

Bath Time With Aquaman Bath Book

For the little ones, bath time is special. We teach the little tykes how to interact with water, and there's nothing to be afraid of so long as they don't drink the water. After all, they're not fish. But you can introduce them to someone who can talk to the fishes, and will show them how he can police all the annoying sea creatures who might want to interrupt tub time! For the young one in your family, there is no better perfect waterproof book to introduce to your little reader that the super hero who rules the seas in Bath Time With Aquaman Bath Book (AUG181838). Let your little one take a bath with DC's favorite aquatic super hero that will help them learn how he can breathe underwater, communicate with animals, and keep people safe. Great for trips to the pool and the beach, too! Look for it from Downtown Bookworks in the Comics/Graphic Novels/Print section of the August PREVIEWS catalog!