Shocking Plot Twist: Black Manta's Deadly Act Sends Shockwaves Through Aquaman's World

Summary

Black Manta's vow to kill Aquaman's family in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has DC fans worried about the fate of Aquaman's son.

The trailer unveils that Black Manta's power has amplified as a result of possessing the Black Trident. The potentially alarming scenario of Aquaman's son being murdered by Black Manta in the film is reminiscent of the comics.

DC fans are expressing concern that Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom may feature Black Manta killing Arthur Curry's son, mirroring a significant moment from the comic books. The upcoming film, led by the returning Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry, follows the King of the Seas on an epic adventure alongside his estranged brother, Patrick Wilson's Orm. As the story unfolds, the duo will confront their nemesis, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's Black Manta.

Recently, the highly anticipated trailer for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom was released, leaving only three months until the movie hits theaters. The trailer provides a glimpse into Black Manta's increased power with his Black Trident, surpassing the previous film. Driven by a thirst for vengeance against Aquaman, Black Manta is determined to avenge his father's death, leading some fans to worry about the safety of Aquaman's young son, as the villain committed this act in the comics. Here are some reactions from fans:

@Sinestros_Myte humorously suggests that Black Manta fans would rejoice upon learning that Aquaman's son will feature in the film.

@GranAutism0, upon comprehending the situation, simply expresses exasperation by stating, "Oh brother."

@tyreebriggs1 believes that the DC Universe is planning to depict the tragic demise of Aquaman's son.

@rblaz_art expresses astonishment at the possibility of Aquaman's son's comparatively less known death being adapted into a film, even prior to the well-known demise of Jason Todd.

@4eyedRaven points out all of Black Manta's threats to Aquaman's family in the new trailer.

@originaldcuguy is actually excited for Aquaman's son's death to be adapted.

@Impulse785 poses the question if fans believe DC will allow Black Manta to kill Aquaman's son.

Will Aquaman 2 Adapt Black Manta Killing Aquaman's Son?

After the movie's trailer was released, Black Manta's agenda in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has become crystal clear. The antagonist repeatedly expressed his objective throughout the trailer, vowing to ensure that Arthur Curry endures immense suffering. He menacingly declared, "Aquaman will meet his demise, and everything he treasures will be obliterated," alongside a direct mention of the hero's loved ones, stating, "I shall execute his family and reduce his kingdom to smoldering ruins."

It's hard to fathom that, despite Black Manta's intense desire to kill Aquaman's family in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, he would spare Aquaman's son from his wrath. After all, the two characters have a shared history in the comics, where Black Manta was responsible for the death of Aquaman's son, Arthur Curry Jr., known as Aquababy. In the comics, the villain suffocated the young Aquaman by trapping him inside a sphere that slowly filled with air, as Atlanteans can only survive for a limited time out of the water.

The trailer for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom showcased contrasting moments of light and darkness, hinting that the film might not shy away from depicting such a tragic event as the death of Aquaman's son. If Momoa's Aquaman were to grapple with the loss of his son at the hands of his greatest enemy, it would deliver a shocking conclusion to the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), particularly since Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is slated to be the universe's final film. Therefore, the possibility of this storyline unfolding cannot be discounted.

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