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Who Is Lord Nemo? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Lord Nemo (DC Comics): Leader of the Maritorn, a group of galactic parasites who attacked the water planet Oceanid in a parallel dimension and fought against Aquaman and Mer

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Lord Nemo is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Nemo, with over 3 comic issue appearances. Leader of the Maritorn, a group of galactic parasites who attacked the water planet Oceanid in a parallel dimension and fought against Aquaman and Mera.

Who is Lord Nemo?

Origin The leader of a galactic force that ravages planets in an parallel dimension and stripes them from their water. He was opposed by Aquaman and Mera . Creation Lord Nemo was created by Andy Lanning , Dan Abnett and Jim Calafiore . His first appearance was in Aquaman #47 . Major Story Arcs Aquaman v3 When Aquaman travels through a portal to the parallel dimension of Oceanid, on a request for help from his supposed son A.J. , he is confronted by an invading alien force called the Maritorn and their leader Lord Nemo. They are galactic parasites, invading other planets, like the water planet Oceanid, and steal their water from the oceans with their vast fleet, since theirs is all gone. This led to the water elemental of this world, a version of Naiad to be in the brink of death.

Key facts

Lord Nemo is of alien origin and first appeared in "Shadows on the Water". The character is published by DC Comics. With 3 recorded issue appearances, Lord Nemo ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Lord Nemo?

Leader of the Maritorn, a group of galactic parasites who attacked the water planet Oceanid in a parallel dimension and fought against Aquaman and Mera.

What is Lord Nemo's real name?

Lord Nemo's real identity is Nemo.

When did Lord Nemo first appear?

Lord Nemo first appeared in "Shadows on the Water".

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