Aquaman #27
In "The Rising Sun," Aquaman journeys to Japan seeking justice for the murder of Porm, only to uncover a shocking truth: Captain Tanaka has become the monstrous Demon Gate, and the killing was an act of vengeance. When Japan refuses to surrender the warrior, Aquaman cuts off their access to the sea, declaring war on a nation that once stood as his ally. Written by Peter David and illustrated by Martin Egeland, with inks by Howard M. Shum, colors by Tom McCraw, and letters by Albert DeGuzman, this pivotal issue features a cover by Jim Calafiore and Peter Palmiotti.
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Aquaman goes to Japan to find Porm's murderer and discovers that Captain Tanaka has become Demon Gate and killing Porm was his revenge on Aquaman. When Japan refuses to turn Demon Gate over, Aquaman forbids them to use the ocean and declares war.
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