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Wolverine: Miniseries
Wolverine: Japan's Most Wanted
Wolverine stars in a brand-new adventure from the mind of super-star writer Jason Aaron (WOLVERINE AND THE X-MEN, THOR ) that pits Wolverine against classic villains and a threat unlike any he has ever faced!
158 pages, Hardcover
First published March 19, 2014
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About the author
Jason Aaron
2,358 books1,678 followersJason Aaron grew up in a small town in Alabama. His cousin, Gustav Hasford, who wrote the semi-autobiographical novel The Short-Timers, on which the feature film Full Metal Jacket was based, was a large influence on Aaron. Aaron decided he wanted to write comics as a child, and though his father was skeptical when Aaron informed him of this aspiration, his mother took Aaron to drug stores, where he would purchase books from spinner racks, some of which he still owns today.
Aaron's career in comics began in 2001 when he won a Marvel Comics talent search contest with an eight-page Wolverine back-up story script. The story, which was published in Wolverine #175 (June 2002), gave him the opportunity to pitch subsequent ideas to editors.
In 2006, Aaron made a blind submission to DC/Vertigo, who published his first major work, the Vietnam War story The Other Side which was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best Miniseries, and which Aaron regards as the "second time" he broke into the industry.
Following this, Vertigo asked him to pitch other ideas, which led to the series Scalped, a creator-owned series set on the fictional Prairie Rose Indian Reservation and published by DC/Vertigo.
In 2007, Aaron wrote Ripclaw: Pilot Season for Top Cow Productions. Later that year, Marvel editor Axel Alonso, who was impressed by The Other Side and Scalped, hired Aaron to write issues of Wolverine, Black Panther and eventually, an extended run on Ghost Rider that began in April 2008. His continued work on Black Panther also included a tie-in to the company-wide crossover storyline along with a "Secret Invasion" with David Lapham in 2009.
In January 2008, he signed an exclusive contract with Marvel, though it would not affect his work on Scalped. Later that July, he wrote the Penguin issue of The Joker's Asylum.
After a 4-issue stint on Wolverine in 2007, Aaron returned to the character with the ongoing series Wolverine: Weapon X, launched to coincide with the feature film X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Aaron commented, "With Wolverine: Weapon X we'll be trying to mix things up like that from arc to arc, so the first arc is a typical sort of black ops story but the second arc will jump right into the middle of a completely different genre," In 2010, the series was relaunched once again as simply Wolverine. He followed this with his current run on Thor: God of Thunder.
Aaron's career in comics began in 2001 when he won a Marvel Comics talent search contest with an eight-page Wolverine back-up story script. The story, which was published in Wolverine #175 (June 2002), gave him the opportunity to pitch subsequent ideas to editors.
In 2006, Aaron made a blind submission to DC/Vertigo, who published his first major work, the Vietnam War story The Other Side which was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best Miniseries, and which Aaron regards as the "second time" he broke into the industry.
Following this, Vertigo asked him to pitch other ideas, which led to the series Scalped, a creator-owned series set on the fictional Prairie Rose Indian Reservation and published by DC/Vertigo.
In 2007, Aaron wrote Ripclaw: Pilot Season for Top Cow Productions. Later that year, Marvel editor Axel Alonso, who was impressed by The Other Side and Scalped, hired Aaron to write issues of Wolverine, Black Panther and eventually, an extended run on Ghost Rider that began in April 2008. His continued work on Black Panther also included a tie-in to the company-wide crossover storyline along with a "Secret Invasion" with David Lapham in 2009.
In January 2008, he signed an exclusive contract with Marvel, though it would not affect his work on Scalped. Later that July, he wrote the Penguin issue of The Joker's Asylum.
After a 4-issue stint on Wolverine in 2007, Aaron returned to the character with the ongoing series Wolverine: Weapon X, launched to coincide with the feature film X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Aaron commented, "With Wolverine: Weapon X we'll be trying to mix things up like that from arc to arc, so the first arc is a typical sort of black ops story but the second arc will jump right into the middle of a completely different genre," In 2010, the series was relaunched once again as simply Wolverine. He followed this with his current run on Thor: God of Thunder.
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August 12, 2016
Sabretooth’s taken control of the Hand, the most powerful Japanese ninja clan, and Wolverine’s killed one of its members posing as a politician. Now the authorities, along with the new Silver Samurai, are after Wolverine. Snikt ‘em all, bub-san!
Jason Aaron’s name is on this but he only co-plotted the story with his Southern Bastards artist Jason Latour – Latour wrote the script, which is a shame because he’s nowhere near as talented as Aaron. Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted is yet another weak Wolverine solo book though it’s saved somewhat with its innovative format (if you’re reading this digitally that is).
This one’s like every other Wolverine in Japan story: Wolverine fights ninjas, puts on a kimono and uses a katana, honour is mentioned, there’s sushi and even a sequence atop a bullet train kinda like the one in the last Wolverine movie. It’s like there’s a checklist for every time Wolverine visits Japan!
Latour doesn’t give Wolverine a strong narrative voice and the character only seems to exist on the page rather than the reader hearing him in their mind as well. The story is rambling, long-winded and very unfocused. Although Logan’s supposedly on the run he doesn’t do anything to clear his name, nor does he seem that bothered to do so. The new Silver Samurai’s motivations were underwritten and unconvincing and Sabretooth’s plan was pure generic bad-guy stuff. It’s definitely not the strongest of stories.
And yet. This is an Infinite Comic and I read this digitally on a HD screen which is what the Infinite range was designed for. As a result, Paco Diaz’s polished, slick art is perfect for the format, the layouts are stunning and the transitions are wonderful. I always enjoy reading Marvel’s Infinite Comics as they feel like a delightful hybrid between traditional comics and animation. If you’re going to read this one, definitely try to read it digitally with Comixology’s Guided View.
The only downside is Ale Garza’s fill-in art for a couple of chapters. The switch is quite jarring with scratchy lines suddenly everywhere, before thankfully going back to Diaz’s clean lines. And while there is a lot of action that’s detailed and well-drawn, it’s very unexciting – it’s Wolverine, you know that no matter what he’ll be fine thanks to his healing factor.
Japan’s Most Wanted is unfortunately another low quality Wolverine story but I’m bumping up the rating on this one for the swish Infinite Comics experience which made this one helluva smooth read!
Jason Aaron’s name is on this but he only co-plotted the story with his Southern Bastards artist Jason Latour – Latour wrote the script, which is a shame because he’s nowhere near as talented as Aaron. Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted is yet another weak Wolverine solo book though it’s saved somewhat with its innovative format (if you’re reading this digitally that is).
This one’s like every other Wolverine in Japan story: Wolverine fights ninjas, puts on a kimono and uses a katana, honour is mentioned, there’s sushi and even a sequence atop a bullet train kinda like the one in the last Wolverine movie. It’s like there’s a checklist for every time Wolverine visits Japan!
Latour doesn’t give Wolverine a strong narrative voice and the character only seems to exist on the page rather than the reader hearing him in their mind as well. The story is rambling, long-winded and very unfocused. Although Logan’s supposedly on the run he doesn’t do anything to clear his name, nor does he seem that bothered to do so. The new Silver Samurai’s motivations were underwritten and unconvincing and Sabretooth’s plan was pure generic bad-guy stuff. It’s definitely not the strongest of stories.
And yet. This is an Infinite Comic and I read this digitally on a HD screen which is what the Infinite range was designed for. As a result, Paco Diaz’s polished, slick art is perfect for the format, the layouts are stunning and the transitions are wonderful. I always enjoy reading Marvel’s Infinite Comics as they feel like a delightful hybrid between traditional comics and animation. If you’re going to read this one, definitely try to read it digitally with Comixology’s Guided View.
The only downside is Ale Garza’s fill-in art for a couple of chapters. The switch is quite jarring with scratchy lines suddenly everywhere, before thankfully going back to Diaz’s clean lines. And while there is a lot of action that’s detailed and well-drawn, it’s very unexciting – it’s Wolverine, you know that no matter what he’ll be fine thanks to his healing factor.
Japan’s Most Wanted is unfortunately another low quality Wolverine story but I’m bumping up the rating on this one for the swish Infinite Comics experience which made this one helluva smooth read!
August 13, 2016
I enjoyed the format of this digital comic. Each slide kind of animates to give a smother animated reading experience which is pretty cool, but at the end of the day it's just a basic ol' bub Wolverine story Darlin'.
June 23, 2015
I enjoyed the story. One big issue was a major mid story art change that was incredibly jarring. Really took away from the enjoyment.
January 3, 2017
While I found this to be a pretty by-the-numbers Wolverine-Goes-To-Japan tale (it's amazing there are so many of those), the presentation and artwork kept me genuinely hooked throughout. I didn't read this in the hardcover format, but rather in the digital Marvel Infinite Comics format, intended for reading on smartphones or tablets. This is the first Infinite Comic I've ever read, and I have to say, if they're all as well-executed as this one, I could really see them being a big deal in the future. The sense of motion and scope and the perfect use of the medium really add a lot to the experience, and make the comic feel much more active than, say, reading a normal comic on Marvel Unlimited. I might be giving this a much higher rating than it deserves solely because of the format, but whatever.
The story is simple. Wolverine gets setup by Sabretooth to kill a man in Tokyo, then the murder is broadcast to the authorities. Now Wolverine's on the run in Japan. It's a lot of runnin' and stabbin' and bullet-train-ridin', almost beat-for-beat mirroring the movie "The Wolverine" from a few years back. But Paco Diaz's artwork is so great that I just didn't care. There's a couple of issues in the middle of the story where Diaz stopped doing the pencils, which was jarring and made me almost want to stop reading it. But then he came back and I was fully on board again. I really can't say enough about the art.
So, I have no idea what it's like to read this story in standard hardcover format. Probably pretty boring! But read it digitally, if you can, and you'll at least have a good time.
The story is simple. Wolverine gets setup by Sabretooth to kill a man in Tokyo, then the murder is broadcast to the authorities. Now Wolverine's on the run in Japan. It's a lot of runnin' and stabbin' and bullet-train-ridin', almost beat-for-beat mirroring the movie "The Wolverine" from a few years back. But Paco Diaz's artwork is so great that I just didn't care. There's a couple of issues in the middle of the story where Diaz stopped doing the pencils, which was jarring and made me almost want to stop reading it. But then he came back and I was fully on board again. I really can't say enough about the art.
So, I have no idea what it's like to read this story in standard hardcover format. Probably pretty boring! But read it digitally, if you can, and you'll at least have a good time.
September 24, 2021
A good story that has Wolverine clear his name of an unprovoked crime. A well written story with plenty of action and great dialog.
I really liked the coloring while the artwork was good but not exceptional.
Although Wolverine has always hunted down "The Hand" in this story he allies himself with the "First Clan" of The Hand to keep Sabertooth (the new leader) from corrupting the organization.
Well worth a read ...
I really liked the coloring while the artwork was good but not exceptional.
Although Wolverine has always hunted down "The Hand" in this story he allies himself with the "First Clan" of The Hand to keep Sabertooth (the new leader) from corrupting the organization.
Well worth a read ...
June 9, 2020
Tells the story of how Logan became Japan's most wanted, the alliance between the new Silver Samurai and Creed, and introduces Osen Ono is the Hon, of the Hand. An OK digital comic book with 100s pf pages!. 5 out of 12.
July 6, 2021
Wolverine goes to Japan to fight Sabretooth who has taken control of the Hand and also he meets Osen Oso whose the sole survivor of the "true hand" basically the hand faction that still worshipped the old ways and teaming with her, Wolverine has to fight the Silver Samurai and the Hand ninjas. But he has been framed for killing and thus becomes wanted and as he goes on a quest he meets the lady and battles Silver Samurai again and again and seeing how far he has gone and Logan having lost his ways must gain his ground once more and learn his teachings and find a way to defeat this kid and regain his honor and save Japan. Also cameos by Sunfire!
Great story and it just shows Wolverine in a new situation in a foreign country losing and then bouncing back and teaming with another awesome lady. Great to see the character development of Shin and his animosity towards Logan and the way they become enemies is awesome. And Sabretooth continues to evolve.
Its an okayish story continuing Aaron's run and has a good opening, decent middle and end and since I read in the Infinite digital thing it reads so much better and the art is enhanced and each fight a relish to hold and it reads very quickly thanks to it. The art was the best part easily. Loved this one!
Great story and it just shows Wolverine in a new situation in a foreign country losing and then bouncing back and teaming with another awesome lady. Great to see the character development of Shin and his animosity towards Logan and the way they become enemies is awesome. And Sabretooth continues to evolve.
Its an okayish story continuing Aaron's run and has a good opening, decent middle and end and since I read in the Infinite digital thing it reads so much better and the art is enhanced and each fight a relish to hold and it reads very quickly thanks to it. The art was the best part easily. Loved this one!
December 24, 2021
I enjoyed the whole "motion comic" format of this, but not as much as I did the Captain America Infinite Comic.
Wolverine ends up in Japan framed by Sabretooth and his new Hand for a murder. Wolverine ends up battling the son of the Silver Samurai in order to prevent Sabretooth's version of the Hand from taking over the original Hand. I suppose this is a case of the "the devil you know."
The format made this comic more interesting than a print comic probably would have been, which may explain some of the lower ratings from readers of the traditional print format.
So overall this was a good but not great Wolverine graphic novel.
Wolverine ends up in Japan framed by Sabretooth and his new Hand for a murder. Wolverine ends up battling the son of the Silver Samurai in order to prevent Sabretooth's version of the Hand from taking over the original Hand. I suppose this is a case of the "the devil you know."
The format made this comic more interesting than a print comic probably would have been, which may explain some of the lower ratings from readers of the traditional print format.
So overall this was a good but not great Wolverine graphic novel.
September 23, 2014
I was trying to figure out why I didn't like this more. With some distance, I realized I wasn't that fond of the artwork or the lettering. Wolverine is such an intense fellow, and his story is visceral and real. I like the art to reflect this. While bright colors don't come amiss to this art lover, I felt that the style of artwork was too cartoonish. Is that a thing when it comes to graphic novels? I guess it is, because it felt that way when I was reading this.
I am such an unbelievable sucker for anything martial arts and swordplay, and I have this bizarre obsession with the movie "The Wolverine". I've watched it quite a bit. I wonder if that movie was loosely (and I do mean loosely) based on this graphic novel, or does this go back to the older Wolverine series? Anyway, I saw some scenes that seemed echoed in the movie. I would have loved to see the movie mirror this story a bit more, but with the artwork that is so endearing to me in the X-Force run by Craig Kyle. I would have been blown away by this if it had that sort of visual style. Because the story itself was pretty good.
One of my favorite parts in this was when Logan gets in touch with his inner samurai. I really ate that part up. As of late, I have become quite the Wolverine fan. And my friend who is a Wolverine acolyte isn't even returning my calls, so he doesn't know how much his obsession has rubbed off on me. (*heavy sigh*)
At any rate, I feel myself rambling. Let's get back on point. That Sabertooth is so revolting to me in every way. I think this book really captures that about his character, and how he's like a bad case of retroviral latent infection. He always comes back, often worse than ever. Poor Logan. At times, it seems a mercy that his memory is spotty in great parts.
I picked this up because it's really hard to figure out where to dive in to start reading Wolverine's series. I did read Weapon X back in the day. It's been a while. And because this is set in Japan. I figure I couldn't go wrong. Overall, it was okay. Not a bad start. I am looking forward to reading more Wolverine in the near future.
I am such an unbelievable sucker for anything martial arts and swordplay, and I have this bizarre obsession with the movie "The Wolverine". I've watched it quite a bit. I wonder if that movie was loosely (and I do mean loosely) based on this graphic novel, or does this go back to the older Wolverine series? Anyway, I saw some scenes that seemed echoed in the movie. I would have loved to see the movie mirror this story a bit more, but with the artwork that is so endearing to me in the X-Force run by Craig Kyle. I would have been blown away by this if it had that sort of visual style. Because the story itself was pretty good.
One of my favorite parts in this was when Logan gets in touch with his inner samurai. I really ate that part up. As of late, I have become quite the Wolverine fan. And my friend who is a Wolverine acolyte isn't even returning my calls, so he doesn't know how much his obsession has rubbed off on me. (*heavy sigh*)
At any rate, I feel myself rambling. Let's get back on point. That Sabertooth is so revolting to me in every way. I think this book really captures that about his character, and how he's like a bad case of retroviral latent infection. He always comes back, often worse than ever. Poor Logan. At times, it seems a mercy that his memory is spotty in great parts.
I picked this up because it's really hard to figure out where to dive in to start reading Wolverine's series. I did read Weapon X back in the day. It's been a while. And because this is set in Japan. I figure I couldn't go wrong. Overall, it was okay. Not a bad start. I am looking forward to reading more Wolverine in the near future.
June 5, 2014
Wolverine is probably one of Marvel's top selling comic book characters. I mean the X-men books sell almost entirely at times because he is in them. Unfortunately for some odd reason he doesn't always have great success in solo stories. It is not like there has been great Wolverine stories in the past. I think the thing that makes Logan aka Wolverine a great character is that in the past there was a mystery and lone wandering warrior quality to the best stories.
Wolverine: Japan's Most Wanted is a stand alone comic series that I feel was a pretty good story. It is always great to see Wolverine in Japan. Let's face it Wolverine versus Ninjas just kicks butt.
The positive elements here are the incredible panels and spreads of artwork created by Paco Diaz & Ale Garza. The artwork is spectacular and action scenes are very detailed and well paced. Jason Aaron does okay with this story and getting inside Logan's head. The negatives with story is that the first time readers may need more back knowledge on the ageless feud between Wolverine and the Hand. Also I wished that there would have been a few flashback scenes to some of Logan's encounter with the Silver Samurai & The Hand. My biggest gripe is that I was hoping for a grand showdown with Sabretooth. After all Sabretooth is probably Wolverine's biggest rival. It just seems like Marvel currently teases the idea of a battle between these clawed wonders but we never truly get it.
In conclusion I thought this was a pretty good graphic novel. It you love Wolverine you will probably really love this book. I liked the book but it does have few flaws. I definitely think this book is worth a read. By way I have been reading Jason Aaron's other Wolverine stories and they are good as well.
Wolverine: Japan's Most Wanted is a stand alone comic series that I feel was a pretty good story. It is always great to see Wolverine in Japan. Let's face it Wolverine versus Ninjas just kicks butt.
The positive elements here are the incredible panels and spreads of artwork created by Paco Diaz & Ale Garza. The artwork is spectacular and action scenes are very detailed and well paced. Jason Aaron does okay with this story and getting inside Logan's head. The negatives with story is that the first time readers may need more back knowledge on the ageless feud between Wolverine and the Hand. Also I wished that there would have been a few flashback scenes to some of Logan's encounter with the Silver Samurai & The Hand. My biggest gripe is that I was hoping for a grand showdown with Sabretooth. After all Sabretooth is probably Wolverine's biggest rival. It just seems like Marvel currently teases the idea of a battle between these clawed wonders but we never truly get it.
In conclusion I thought this was a pretty good graphic novel. It you love Wolverine you will probably really love this book. I liked the book but it does have few flaws. I definitely think this book is worth a read. By way I have been reading Jason Aaron's other Wolverine stories and they are good as well.
September 5, 2015
Meh 2.5 stars
The was a lot of action; yet it never really came off as exciting. The story couldn't keep me interested enough and the art was just acceptable. This is an easy to skip entry.
The was a lot of action; yet it never really came off as exciting. The story couldn't keep me interested enough and the art was just acceptable. This is an easy to skip entry.
May 21, 2024
A ripping good yarn. Sabertooth is in charge of Japan’s largest and most deadly ninja syndicate. Great boss fight right off the bat. Wolvy can slice thru ninjas all day long, but he always looks puny when he has to fight Sabertooth. Anyhoo, Wolverine gets recorded killing a prominent man on camera and ends up, like the title says, natch. Logan has a memorable brush with Sunfire, Japan’s greatest Avenger. Then he absconds with The Hon, a honey of a dame covered shoulder to toe in elaborate kanji tattoos, the story of her ninja people. Will Logan get a chance to read the secret texts imprinted in her nubile flesh? A gentleman tells no tales.
The artwork is gorgeous, the story is great. Wolverine kicks all sorts of ninja ass and finds a worthy adversary in the Silver Samurai. Great series. I feel lucky to have found this at my local library.
The artwork is gorgeous, the story is great. Wolverine kicks all sorts of ninja ass and finds a worthy adversary in the Silver Samurai. Great series. I feel lucky to have found this at my local library.
April 20, 2025
Decent wolverine story though a little generic “wolverine fighting in Japan vs the hand/silver samurai”
The art however is simply unbelievable. I read this on an iPad Pro 13” and it was a truly incredible experience. One of the greatest guided view experiences I have had - absolutely stunning.
Worth reading just to experience the art - it really is top drawer.
The art however is simply unbelievable. I read this on an iPad Pro 13” and it was a truly incredible experience. One of the greatest guided view experiences I have had - absolutely stunning.
Worth reading just to experience the art - it really is top drawer.
July 23, 2017
Ninjas, armored samurais, laser swords... now what can possibly go wrong? A terrible plot that fails to develop.
August 25, 2021
Osef/20
September 5, 2021
Great storyline, good drawings but then Garza takes over the penciling.
Garza go and draw some Miffy stories or something, don't touch Wolverine ever again.
Garza go and draw some Miffy stories or something, don't touch Wolverine ever again.
October 4, 2021
Interesting read, always fun to see Wolverine vs Ninjas. Art is hit and miss, though.
June 3, 2023
This was a pretty good sort Wolverine story. Wasn’t my favorite and I probably wouldn’t read it again, but it was not the worst I have ever read
May 9, 2019
I don’t see why this has low reviews at all this book was awesome!!
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February 14, 2017awesome book
August 24, 2015
as a general rule, I don't really care about Wolverine's adventures in Japan. they tend to be kind of grossly Orientalist and sexist and really tied up in ~honor.~
But I saw this on the recently-returned cart and thought, "I like Jason Aaron, maaybe I'll check this out."
it's like, less offensive than Wolverine's old timey Japanese adventures but also I still don't really care about it at all.
also there is a scene where they are in a sushi restaurant and a ninja throws a live octopus on Wolverine's face, minus a million stars
But I saw this on the recently-returned cart and thought, "I like Jason Aaron, maaybe I'll check this out."
it's like, less offensive than Wolverine's old timey Japanese adventures but also I still don't really care about it at all.
also there is a scene where they are in a sushi restaurant and a ninja throws a live octopus on Wolverine's face, minus a million stars
March 21, 2017
Wolverine in Japan. Again. Killing lots of ninjas. Sabretooth. Not a lot of thought. Not a lot of heart. Lots of pointless violence. The Hun was pretty cool. The First Tribe of the ninja couldn't have been cooler. With adequate art except around Logan when it was just barely adequate. The book could have been a lot worse. But Logan in Japan, always has the potential for a whole lot better.
December 7, 2016
Lots of action and dramatic speeches, but not much substance beneath the flash. Some cool fight scenes, though.
December 31, 2014
I love the art of those digital comics but the story is nothing special.
April 4, 2017
English (but not so good) / Italiano
Victor Creed, the savage Sabretooth, to head of the Hand ninja! Ok, ok… but where is him? And who are these Power Rangers?
Young and arrogant, Silver Samurai 2.0 (lol) with his tech toys is only a puppet hired by the enemy of Wolverine. The old and the new Hand are both a disappointment, while about the nemesis of the hero there’s only the echo of the name to arouse chaos.
Logan undertone in a story too commercial and without mordant, drawings not help.
A bad trip in Japan and is the first time that I give only 1 star to a book, but we’re talking about Wolverine and I’m sure that with his healing factor he will survive even to this.
Italiano
Victor Creed, il feroce Sabretooth, a capo dei ninja della Mano! Ok, ok… ma dov’è lui? E chi sono questi Power Rangers?
Giovane e arrogante, Silver Samurai 2.0 (lol) con i suoi giocattoli tecnologici non è altro che un burattino ingaggiato dal nemico di Wolverine. La vecchia e la nuova Mano sono entrambe una delusione, mentre della nemesi del protagonista non c’è che l’eco del nome a suscitare scompiglio.
Logan sottotono in una storia troppo commerciale e priva di mordente, i disegni non la aiutano.
Un brutto viaggio in Giappone ed è la prima volta che do 1 sola stella ad un libro, ma stiamo parlando di Wolverine e sono sicuro che con il suo fattore di guarigione sopravviverà anche a questo.
Victor Creed, the savage Sabretooth, to head of the Hand ninja! Ok, ok… but where is him? And who are these Power Rangers?
Young and arrogant, Silver Samurai 2.0 (lol) with his tech toys is only a puppet hired by the enemy of Wolverine. The old and the new Hand are both a disappointment, while about the nemesis of the hero there’s only the echo of the name to arouse chaos.
Logan undertone in a story too commercial and without mordant, drawings not help.
A bad trip in Japan and is the first time that I give only 1 star to a book, but we’re talking about Wolverine and I’m sure that with his healing factor he will survive even to this.
Italiano
Victor Creed, il feroce Sabretooth, a capo dei ninja della Mano! Ok, ok… ma dov’è lui? E chi sono questi Power Rangers?
Giovane e arrogante, Silver Samurai 2.0 (lol) con i suoi giocattoli tecnologici non è altro che un burattino ingaggiato dal nemico di Wolverine. La vecchia e la nuova Mano sono entrambe una delusione, mentre della nemesi del protagonista non c’è che l’eco del nome a suscitare scompiglio.
Logan sottotono in una storia troppo commerciale e priva di mordente, i disegni non la aiutano.
Un brutto viaggio in Giappone ed è la prima volta che do 1 sola stella ad un libro, ma stiamo parlando di Wolverine e sono sicuro che con il suo fattore di guarigione sopravviverà anche a questo.
April 7, 2017
Adoro quando una storia finisce per venire ambientata in Giappone e amo il profondo legame che corre fra Logan e questo Paese. Ciò non vuol dire che questo volume mi abbia fatto impazzire. L'ambientazione giapponese è stata probabilmente il più grande motivo delle mie tre stelle ma anche la debolezza principale di questo volume.
Molte scene - soprattutto verso la fine - sapevano di aggiunta inutile, troppi personaggi (in special modo l'Hon ma più ancora il nuovo Silver Samurai) erano abbozzati e figli dei soliti quattro stereotipi. Lo stesso Logan era un po' la solita riciclatura del nostro in versione divisa fra il suo lato umano e quello bestiale.
I lati più interessanti sono stati tutta la trama di intrallazzi politici della Mano, da un lato, e soprattutto un inedito Sabertooth, lui sì riscritto per risultare DAVVERO una piacevole novità - bestiale, sì, ma in maniera intelligente, cruda e calcolata. In ogni caso ho apprezzato sia i disegni che l'ambientazione.
Molte scene - soprattutto verso la fine - sapevano di aggiunta inutile, troppi personaggi (in special modo l'Hon ma più ancora il nuovo Silver Samurai) erano abbozzati e figli dei soliti quattro stereotipi. Lo stesso Logan era un po' la solita riciclatura del nostro in versione divisa fra il suo lato umano e quello bestiale.
I lati più interessanti sono stati tutta la trama di intrallazzi politici della Mano, da un lato, e soprattutto un inedito Sabertooth, lui sì riscritto per risultare DAVVERO una piacevole novità - bestiale, sì, ma in maniera intelligente, cruda e calcolata. In ogni caso ho apprezzato sia i disegni che l'ambientazione.
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