Mera (comics) facts for kids
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Textless cover of Mera: Queen of Atlantis trade paperback (December 2018).
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| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | Aquaman #11 (September 1963) |
| Created by | Jack Miller Nick Cardy |
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| Team affiliations | Justice League Justice League United Red Lantern Corps The Others Aquaman Family |
| Partnerships | Aquaman |
| Notable aliases | Aquawoman Dead Water Princess of Xebel Queen of Atlantis |
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Mera is a strong superhero from the DC Comics universe. She is known as the Queen of the Sea. Mera first appeared in the Aquaman comic book in September 1963. She was created by Jack Miller and Nick Cardy.
Mera is often seen as the partner of Aquaman. She is a powerful hero who fights for justice. She has also joined other superhero teams like the Justice League.
American actress Amber Heard plays Mera in live-action movies. She appeared as Mera in Justice League. She also returned in the Aquaman movie.
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Who is Mera?
Mera comes from an underwater kingdom. In some stories, she is from a place called Dimension Aqua. In newer comics, she is from Xebel. Xebel is another hidden underwater city. She is a princess of Xebel, which makes her a royal.
Mera is not just a princess; she becomes the Queen of Atlantis. This happens when she marries Aquaman, who is the King of Atlantis. She is a very important leader in the underwater world.
Mera's Amazing Powers
Mera has many special abilities because of where she comes from. These powers make her a formidable hero.
Underwater Abilities
- Breathing underwater: Mera can breathe easily underwater. She does not need any special equipment.
- Super strength: She is much stronger than a normal human. This helps her in battles.
- Super durability: Mera can withstand strong impacts. She is very tough and hard to hurt.
- Enhanced senses: Her senses are sharper than humans. She can see, hear, and feel things better underwater.
- Super speed swimming: Mera can swim incredibly fast. She can move through the water at amazing speeds.
Hydrokinesis
Mera's most famous power is hydrokinesis. This means she can control water with her mind. She can:
- Make water into hard shapes, like weapons or shields.
- Create powerful waves or currents.
- Take water out of things, like a person's body.
- Form "hard water" objects that can be used for fighting or defense.
Fighting Skills
Mera is also a skilled fighter. She is an expert in hand-to-hand combat. She knows many special fighting styles from Atlantis. This makes her a very dangerous opponent in a fight. She is also good at politics, which means she understands how to lead and govern.
Mera's Alliances
Mera works with many other heroes and groups.
- Aquaman: She is Aquaman's main partner and wife. They often fight together.
- Justice League: Mera has been a member of the Justice League. This is a team of Earth's greatest heroes.
- Justice League United: She has also joined this version of the Justice League.
- Red Lantern Corps: At one point, Mera gained the power of a Red Lantern. This gave her new, fiery abilities.
- The Others: This is a team of heroes who work with Aquaman. They protect powerful ancient artifacts.
- Aquaman Family: This group includes Aquaman, Mera, and other heroes connected to Atlantis.
Images for kids
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Red Lantern Mera attacking Wonder Woman. Art by Nicola Scott.
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Ivan Reis's rendition of Mera from Aquaman (vol. 7) #12 (2011)
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Mera using her hydrokinetic powers in the cover ofAquaman vol 7 #6. Art by Ivan Reis.
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Amber Heard as Mera in the film Justice League.
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See also
In Spanish: Mera (DC Comics) para niños
