Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom

Arthur Curry, now King of Atlantis, navigates a dual life between the surface world and the ocean. He balances his royal duties with family life, living in his father's lighthouse with his wife, Mera, and their son, Arthur Jr.

Despite being a ruler, Arthur feels increasingly disinterested in the political intricacies of Atlantis. The Atlantean council opposes his vision of making contact with the surface world, leading Arthur to feel isolated in his desires.

David Kane, known as Black Manta, arises with a thirst for revenge against Aquaman. He delves into his quest by seeking ancient Atlantean relics, fueled by a personal vendetta.

During his search for relics, Black Manta discovers a powerful black trident buried beneath Arctic ice. The trident promises him the power to resurrect his Atlantean tribe and exact vengeance on Aquaman.

Five months later, the effects of climate change escalate, impacting both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. This situation raises critical questions about the urgency of uniting the surface and underwater worlds to confront the crisis.

Black Manta launches a ruthless assault on Atlantis, stealing valuable orichalcum reserves needed for his machines. His attack leads to injury for Mera, showcasing his potency as a foe.

Reconnecting with his mother, Atlanna, and Mera's father, Nereus, Arthur learns of David's broader plans. These plans are intricately linked to the escalating climate temperatures and threaten both Atlantis and the surface.

To stop Black Manta, Arthur decides to enlist the aid of his half-brother, Orm, currently imprisoned. Despite their differences, Arthur sees Orm as a crucial ally in their fight against their common enemy.

Arthur successfully frees Orm from captivity, and they collaborate with the crime lord Kingfish to pinpoint Black Manta's hidden base. This alliance marks a significant turning point in their mission.

Upon reaching Black Manta's lair, they encounter bizarre mutated creatures, a consequence of the chaos surrounding the orichalcum furnace. The duo must navigate these dangers to achieve their goals.

Orm takes possession of the black trident, experiencing visions of Kordax, a once-sealed brother to Atlantis' founder. This unexpected insight poses a new dimension to their quest against Black Manta.

As the stakes rise, David Manta invades Tom Curry's lighthouse, kidnapping Arthur Jr. This act propels Arthur into a desperate race against time to rescue his son and thwart David's plans.

In an intense battle within the lair of Necrus, Arthur faces Black Manta in a bid to save his son. The duel culminates in a fierce struggle that tests Arthur's strength and determination.

In a critical moment, Orm, wielding the black trident, faces off against David, culminating in Kordax's spirit being severed from David. Magnificently, Arthur manages to destroy the trident, dealing a decisive blow.

In a final act of diplomacy, Arthur reveals Atlantis's existence to the world at the United Nations. This bold move aims to unite the surface and underwater worlds to combat the ongoing climate crisis effectively.