Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program #2

They’ve escaped and now anything goes from here when they have to fight for their freedom and keep it as Weapon X will take them back dead or alive. Just those three questions asking what will kill them first between their pasts, their strange new powers, or their mysterious connection to the Wolverine is more than enough reason to give this series a shot as much as the rest which are spinning out of the Death of Wolverine.

With issue #2 of Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program, Charles Soule continues to do what he does best when it comes to take characters with potential and doing something creative with them. This is his cup of tea when he is able to take these new characters with new abilities and explore what they are capable of when their backs are against the wall. This issue of Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program further shows how unique some of the escapees powers are while also using what they are capable of as a way to create an identity for them beyond who they once were. In fact where he goes beyond the cliche is avoiding altogether trying to force these characters into a position where the have to know who they were before Weapon X. It’s all about where they are in the here and now with the exception of Sharp.

Character development is a big thing going into Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program. This issue takes more time fleshing out the characters in a way that their personalities are more distinctive than fearful. Now that they had a little bit of breathing room, characters like Junk, Neuron, Endo, and Skel are able to show what makes them tick. Even if they were experimented on, who they are at the core is still intact.

The mystery of Sharp is definitely something we all should want to follow closely as this story progresses. While there is the question of everyone else’s connection to Wolverine, Sharp obviously stands out as the one who has more to him than meets the eye. Especially when he looks like Logan, has some of his memories, and may even have some of his abilities as well. There is much to be revealed about Sharp that’s being hidden from us and the escapees that we should anticipate finding out.

Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program #2 shows that this series has a lot of potential spinning out of the death of a beloved character to many fans. From here one has to wonder what they will do next, what next Weapon X will throw at them, and who they could possibly turn to for help that would better tie these newly created characters to the rest of the Marvel Universe.

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Death of Wolverine: Logan Legacy #4 Review

Yurikio Oyama know as Lady Deathstrike heard the rumblings of Wolverine's Death, and something else. The Yakuza raided a storage place in Tokyo of Logan's containing various items. One item they left with is the Honor Sword of Clan Yashida. Given to logan so he could be the Custodian of the sword. It was given to him years ago by his once fiance Mariko Yashida after logan killed her father the crime lord Singen Harada.

Lady D goes to a Gambling den in which the Yakuza have gambled away the sword in a, game. She challenges the men for the sword who proceed to use the spirit of Iruzumi which lady d reveals is the tattoos of the, yakuza. Demon like spirits come out which are created by nantes in the ink from the tatoos.

She avoided it as best as she could and kills the men. As she reclaims the sword q man comes in with a group if teenage girls ready to sell for the sword. Lady D makes quick work of him and saves the girls gives them money and tells them to go.

She goes to a cemetery of sorts logan built, filled with empty Graves to fallen friends and even enemy's as a place for memories. Lady D places the sword on the stones and vows to be better mat e even better then logan himself. She says his, work is unfinished. And that she will be that presence that his death made a void for.

Art was great this issue, really set the tone. Continuity was mentioned and honoree which is great. I loved how his death had meant to her and how she desides to define herself differently.


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Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program #1 Review

Letterer Cory Petit leads with a strong first impression as he gives readers a two-word phrase repeated twice to open up "Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program" #1. "Wake up," is the command given, and the repetition adds emphasis and urgency as readers are introduced to Sharp, a foggy-minded survivor of the destruction of the Paradise Facility in "Death of Wolverine" #1.

Writer Charles Soule keeps the script light, stepping out of the way so artist Salvador Larroca can choreograph Sharp's escape from the facility. Larroca visually describes Sharp and the other survivors in elaborate detail, more often than not sacrificing setting and background for character. The facility is in the final throes of collapsing and Sharp is trying to lead a crew out to safety, which fosters Larroca's choice to sacrifice the backgrounds. After all, how much rubble and destroyed building needs to be shown to convey that setting? Larroca instead chooses to focus on the shadowy nature of Paradise, making each page darker than the page previous.

There is not much to take away from "Death of Wolverine: The Weapon X Program" #1, as this comic is essentially a quick introduction that kicks a longer story off. There is, however, enough promise in Soule being able to forge something interesting with this ragtag bunch in a firefight that bonds them together. At least for now. After all, there are at least two characters readers still have to meet by name. That and a killer cliffhanger final page seem like more than enough to bring readers back for future installments as Soule investigates the legacy left behind by the Weapon X Program.

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Death of Wolverine: Life After Logan #1 Review

The Death of Wolverine is behind us, and now it’s time to get used to Life After Logan. This first issue is divided up into three stories by various creators and they all have various levels of success. So far, this book seems to be a good way to explore how various characters are dealing with the recent death, though these stories may only interest you depending on the characters involved.

“You” by writer Jeff Loveness artist Mario Del Pennino is the first story to start things off. Starring Cyclops, this tale is probably the most interesting one of all considering the fact that he and Wolverine had a rocky relationship at best. The story sums up their relationship very briefly and gives has Cyclops honor Wolverine is a humorously appropriate way. “In His Honor” by writer Joshua Hale Fialkov and artist Iban Coello focus on Nightcrawler and Colossus teaming up to pay their respects, though perhaps the fact that Nightcrawler has just recently returned makes their pain difficult to deal with as he serves as a vivid reminder of the impermanence of death in comics. “A Little Piece of You” by writer Rex Ogle and artist Patrick Scherberger is a tale that is possible the most heartwarming of the three, but those unfamiliar with these characters may have trouble following along.

The artists of these three stories all have very different styles, but since the stories are all their own the natural breaks between them help to keep the different styles from being a distraction. Scherberger has probably the most success of them all with a slightly indie take on the various X-allies and villains seen in the story, while Del Pennino’s pencils come off feeling off-model and a bit rushed.

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Wolverine and the X-Men #11

The X-Men mourn as one of their own is finally put to rest.

• As a reporter digs further in Wolverine’s past, what will be uncovered as the X-Men retell their favorite personal adventures and Wolverine stories

• Some of the industry’s best and brightest lend a hand to say farewell in these two jam-packed issues: Robbi Rodriguez, Jason Latour, Jim Rugg, James Harren & more.

Death Of Wolverine: Deadpool & Captain America #1 Review

While ‘Death Of Wolverine: Deadpool & Captain America’ #1 is labeled as a first issue, as you read through it I quite expect this to be a completely stand alone title. In it we’re given a very simple premise: With Wolverine dead, we see that Captain America wants to make sure that no trace of him is left behind for anyone to find a way to resurrect the man who was the best at what he was. While most of the follow up books have been of a more serious nature full or morning, this issue gives us action with a huge level of crazy thanks to everyone’s favorite Merc with the Mouth.

Deadpool and Captain America are an unlikely team up. Gerry Duggan writes them together perfectly. He gives us the serious side of Cap with a little bit of him letting humor shine through while Deadpool is, well, Deadpool. With Beast taking care of anything left over at the Xavier Mansion, it was up to Deadpool and Captain America to eradicate any hair fibers or other remains where Logan bunked down with The Avengers. Of course, Deadpool knows that can’t be the only reason he’s there and it isn’t.

For as fun as the issue was, we see it come to a close on a more serious note. Wade has a decision to make and it is going to be an important one. So important that he actually takes the time to step back from just going forward headstrong and in a rare moment is introspective about the decision he has ahead of him. Will he make Wolverine proud with his actions or will he end up showing what many believe to be his true colors?

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Death of Wolverine: The Logan Legacy #3 Review

Death of Wolverine: The Logan Legacy may have gotten off to a rather poor start, but it certainly turned that around with it’s second issue. Things just keep getting better, with Sabretooth’s entry into this aftermath series being enticingly gripping. Giving a very symbolic look into how Sabretooth is dealing with the death of his greatest foe, the issue shows just how much the villainous character relied on his bitter feud.

Scripting this issue is former Nightwing writer and current C.O.W.L. co-writer Kyle Higgins. Giving a deep, motivated script, the writer shows just what life without Logan means to Creed, and how there’s no one worthy enough for him to kill. It is however the way that Higgins shows Creed’s solution that really grabs my attention, as though we got a glimpse in the first issue, we are given so much more depth here. The setting of this issue also feels appropriate, with the desert like terrain of Somalia being perfect for Creed’s rage.

Death of Wolverine: The Logan Legacy #3 is easily the best in the series to date, with the look into how Sabretooth is handling the death of his longest foe. Having great depth, and wonderful symbolism this is a tale that I can read time and time again. Highly recommended.

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