Who Is Kordax? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Kordax is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 24 comic issue appearances. Kordax is an ancestor of Aquaman, who was imprisoned for the crimes he had committed. He is the reason his people have a superstitious fear of those born with yellow hair. Kordax was eventually freed by Koryak, the illegitimate son of Aquaman. Kordax was later killed by Aquaman.

Who is Kordax?

Storyline Kordax is still spoken of in hushed tones by the citizens of Atlantis . Born to Queen Cora of Poseidonis but abandoned at birth due to his grotesque green scaled body, Kordax survived in the ocean thanks to his mental control over sea creatures. As an adult he returned to Atlantis leading and army of sharks in a failed bid for the throne. His punishment included the loss of his left hand (replaced with a sword) and banishment. Kordax's legend survived an Atlantean superstition regarding blonde hair, referred to as the "curse of Kordax." Many ages later, Kordax returned when Poseidonian refugees disturbed his exile in the tunnels beneath the city of Tritonis. Defeated by Aquaman , Kordax fell on his own sword rather than live with the shame. Major Story Arcs Deep Dives After Flashpoint and the events derived from it such as the New 52 and Rebirth, this character has reappeared within the pages of Aquaman - Deep Dives . Aquaman, Mera , and the Sea Devils respond to an SOS warning coming from an Atlantean city run by Noble .

Key facts

Kordax is of other origin and first appeared in "Full Scale War". The character is published by DC Comics. With 24 recorded issue appearances, Kordax ranks among the most featured characters in comics.