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Topo is the name of several characters appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, notable as a loyal sidekick to Aquaman.
| Topo | |
|---|---|
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | Adventure Comics #229 (October 1956) |
| Created by | Ramona Fradon |
| In-story information | |
| Species | Pre-Crisis Sentient octopus Post-Crisis Anthropomorphic squid New 52 Sea monster |
| Team affiliations | Atlantis |
| Partnerships | Aquaman |
Publication history
editTopo first appeared in Adventure Comics #229 (October 1956), and was created by Ramona Fradon.
As of current continuity, there have been three different versions of the character. The first version is an intelligent octopus who is usually seen babysitting Aquababy in the Pre-Crisis continuity. The second is an anthropomorphic squid and an ally of the second Aquaman. The third is a monstrous squid-crab hybrid who Aquaman can summon using a special conch.
Fictional character history
editSentient octopus version
editThe original Topo is born in or near the undersea continent of Atlantis and is a favored companion of Aquaman. He is highly intelligent and can wield a bow and arrow and play several instruments simultaneously.
Humanoid octopus version
editThe second incarnation of Topo appears in Aquaman: Sword of Atlantis, as part of One Year Later. This version is a humanoid octopus who aids Mera, Tempest, and Cal Durham in returning to Sub Diego. However, the group leaves after learning that Black Manta has taken over the city.
Sea monster version
editIn The New 52, Topo is reintroduced as a sea monster, resembling an octopus-crab hybrid, who Aquaman can summon and control using a special conch.[1]
Other versions
edit- An alternate universe variant of Topo appears in Flashpoint Beyond. This version is a member of the Atlantean army whose family was killed by Wonder Woman.[2]
- Topo appears in DC Super Friends, Tiny Titans, and the Scooby-Doo comics.
In other media
edit- Topo appears in Young Justice, voiced by James Arnold Taylor.[3] This version is a friend of Aqualad and a student of the Conservatory of Sorcery who later becomes prime minister of the Atlantean city-state of Lemuria.
- Topo (Tactical Observation and Pursuit Operative) appears in the DC Extended Universe films Aquaman and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. This version is genetically engineered to possess enhanced intelligence and is skilled in espionage.[4][5][6]
References
edit- ^ Aquaman vol. 7 #19. DC Comics.
- ^ Flashpoint Beyond #1. DC Comics.
- ^ "Topo Voice - Young Justice (TV Show)". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved March 15, 2024. A green check mark indicates that a role has been confirmed using a screenshot (or collage of screenshots) of a title's list of voice actors and their respective characters found in its credits or other reliable sources of information.
- ^ Anderson, Jenna (January 18, 2024). "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Home Video Release Date Announced (Exclusive)". comicbook.com. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
- ^ Vejvoda, Jim (December 21, 2018). "Aquaman Director on That Crazy, Classic DC Comics Character Cameo". IGN. Ziff Davis. Retrieved December 28, 2018.
- ^ Massoto, Erick (December 4, 2023). "Jason Momoa Says Topo the Octopus Adds "A Lot of Comedy" to Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom". Collider. Retrieved March 15, 2024.