A review by studaslop
Aquaman: The Becoming by Brandon Thomas

adventurous tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.25

This was really…okay. The story felt  rushed, the conversations were hard to follow, and the character motivations were practically non-existent. It has a strong start but it quickly falls apart. As another reviewer said, the interpersonal relationships are where the comic really shines. It’s these slower, more intimate moments that really work and help us understand and empathize with the characters. Seeing Jackson’s romantic missteps and his relationship to the Teen Titans really help flesh out his personal world. Unfortunately, these sweeter, slower moments also makes the other areas of the story noticeable weaker in comparison. I probably would have rated it a 2, but I quite liked the art—I love when artists show action through multiple poses within the same panel—and the lettering was effective.