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Wolverine: One-Shots
Wolverine: The Jungle Adventure (1989) #1 (Wolverine
Logan enters into the jungle in search of something very specific.
49 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 1990
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Walter Simonson
1,263 books174 followersWalt Simonson is an American comic book writer and artist, best known for a run on Marvel Comics' Thor from 1983 to 1987, during which he created the character Beta Ray Bill. He is also known for the creator-owned work Star Slammers, which he inaugurated in 1972 as a Rhode Island School of Design thesis. He has also worked on other Marvel titles such as X-Factor and Fantastic Four, on DC Comics books including Detective Comics, Manhunter, Metal Men and Orion, and on licensed properties such as Star Wars, Alien, Battlestar Galactica and Robocop vs. Terminator.
He is married to comics writer Louise Simonson, with whom he collaborated as penciller on X-Factor from 1988 to 1989, and with whom he made a cameo appearance in the 2011 Thor feature film.
He is married to comics writer Louise Simonson, with whom he collaborated as penciller on X-Factor from 1988 to 1989, and with whom he made a cameo appearance in the 2011 Thor feature film.
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June 16, 2022
Wolverine drops in on the Savage Land where he takes over leadership of a tribe and encounters Apocalypse for the first time. The story is just OK but Mike Mignola's art is great. The battle with Apocalypse is fantastic.
November 21, 2025
Terrible story somewhat redeemed by Mignola’s artwork, although even he’s not at his best here.
November 13, 2020
This review is from 2020. I just pulled this out of my comic collection, having read it back when it was first released.
It's fairly short and unfortunately the story doesn't have much impact except for the very last panel of the very last page. It's a seemingly unused piece of history.
Logan plays Tarzan for a little bit before the baddie is revealed. Having read Weapon X recently, I wonder if this doesn't have a very small connection to that story. Otherwise, there really isn't much to this. The best part is probably Mignolia's art. It isn't quite as refined as his Hellboy stuff and without the heavy, shadowy inks, but it still looks darn good because his style is so unique.
A fun read, but won't change your entire history for Wolverine.
It's fairly short and unfortunately the story doesn't have much impact except for the very last panel of the very last page. It's a seemingly unused piece of history.
Logan plays Tarzan for a little bit before the baddie is revealed. Having read Weapon X recently, I wonder if this doesn't have a very small connection to that story. Otherwise, there really isn't much to this. The best part is probably Mignolia's art. It isn't quite as refined as his Hellboy stuff and without the heavy, shadowy inks, but it still looks darn good because his style is so unique.
A fun read, but won't change your entire history for Wolverine.
July 5, 2015
I really enjoyed the story. I'm always in for some Mike Mignola art. The writing is by Walt Simonson. If you're a Wolverine fan like myself, you can't go wrong with this one.
September 27, 2018
Basic story, fantastic art. Wolverine fights a cyborg T-Rex. Can't ask for much more than that.
Mignola's art is ideally suited for the job at hand, given how his characters are always slightly off the superhero mould (think of how his Hellboy is always slouching), and so of course he's perfect for drawing the diminutive canucklehead and a bunch of cavemen.
Mignola's art is ideally suited for the job at hand, given how his characters are always slightly off the superhero mould (think of how his Hellboy is always slouching), and so of course he's perfect for drawing the diminutive canucklehead and a bunch of cavemen.
October 24, 2017
A ridiculous wolverine story. At least Mignolas art was top notch as always
November 28, 2015
Huh, what did I just read? So ya, this was a little weird. The Story is Wolverine needs to go to an island to find a transmitter signal? I don't know, this book is all kinds of confusing! Wolverine finds some lost tribe, and he likes them so much he becomes there leader??? See what i mean? The artwork is ugly as hell to! The Stories saving grace and giving it on extra star was the fight between Wolverine and Apocalypse, it was awesome! But other then that this sucks!
June 8, 2020
Ah we all know why we picked this up and read it. It's definitely because of Mike Mignola's artwork. If you're not into classic Wolverine stories that inclines a bit towards being bonkers, this ain't definitely for you.
February 8, 2019
Classic pulp story, transcendent art.
May 16, 2020
Good in a Edgar Rice Burroughs sort of way. Some silly twists that do not amount to much, and some great art. Has any writer ever picked up the thread of the baby pictured at the end of this story? I know this is not Dakken's origin story.
October 28, 2012
Of course, Mignola's art is good, but the story is too meandering, and even when we finally get somewhere, it's a little to silly to fit the story. Meh. Medium quality.
July 16, 2016
Again, better than a lot of Wolverine one-shots, but my dislike of both the character and his main adversary in this book, Apocalypse, make me walk away, not really caring by the time I'm done reading.
December 13, 2018
Setting is in the Savage Lands in Antarctica.
I had fun reading this. It was a true and very classic Wolverine tale.
Although, I couldn’t shake the feeling that some of this tale was inspired by the ‘Planet of the Apes’.
I had fun reading this. It was a true and very classic Wolverine tale.
Although, I couldn’t shake the feeling that some of this tale was inspired by the ‘Planet of the Apes’.
August 18, 2010
Mignola + Wolverine = Awesomeness!
March 23, 2018
Great Mignola art, but it doesn’t save the story.
May 24, 2023
The moment I realized there was an exclusive ‘Wolverine’ title drawn entirely by Mike Mignola, I couldn’t help but to immediately grab it, without even knowing what it was going to be about. All I knew was, Walter Simonson is the writer in this, and being a mega-issue, I kind of acquired this solely on the faith I have for these two comic book talents, and of course, being a Wolverine tale, is not like I really needed to give it much of a thought, and I wasn’t disappointed.
The story takes us in current time- for back in 1989-, with Logan arriving at an unknown (although, must likely African) jungle, which later would be revealed as the “Savage Land”, where he’ll met a primitive tribe who’d think of this new visitor as a sort of “fallen God”. Logan will be challenged by the tribe’s greatest warrior, the Chief, and they’ll combat in order for Logan to become the new Chief in the village. With this new range, he’ll be living among these people for a certain amount of time, until Logan realizes there’s a new threat on that land, one that involves one of the X-Men’s greatest foes: Apocalypse.
Imagine my disappointment at realizing the very cover of this mega-issue revealed the twist of the story, which is Apocalypse as the main baddie, although, there’s another twist relating to him, but that one I’ll skip over. Aside from that, this entry in the Wolverine collection was actually pretty good. Nothing excelling, and it is clearly not among the 10 bests solo-titles of the mutant, but fans will be pleased by this; Wolverine living among tribal-jungle people, being considered a demi-god by his people, fighting dinosaurs, having a hand-to-hand combat against the freshly introduced Apocalypse, it hit the proper spots. But the thing is, there isn’t really an outstanding element in this, with the exception of Mignola’s art- which is worth the price of acquisition by itself-, the story doesn’t tell us much about Logan’s character. We already know Logan is a savage, when it comes to fighting, and we already know he does have a certain friendly relationship with Nick Fury, from ‘SHIELD’, but other than that, there’s nothing new.
This was a quick fun reading that uses one of the best characters from Marvel to tell a humble and unambitious story that will entertain, and will please the eye with its art, but won’t go further. I will bet this doesn’t even affect the main storyline in the ‘X-Men’ comic books, which is kind of a shame because its final frame has an important revelation regarding the character’s fate.
It is a nice addition to anyone’s collection, and again, Mignola’s art alone is worth reading, but there’s isn’t much of a substance in this, perhaps this will be a miss for more demanding readers.
The story takes us in current time- for back in 1989-, with Logan arriving at an unknown (although, must likely African) jungle, which later would be revealed as the “Savage Land”, where he’ll met a primitive tribe who’d think of this new visitor as a sort of “fallen God”. Logan will be challenged by the tribe’s greatest warrior, the Chief, and they’ll combat in order for Logan to become the new Chief in the village. With this new range, he’ll be living among these people for a certain amount of time, until Logan realizes there’s a new threat on that land, one that involves one of the X-Men’s greatest foes: Apocalypse.
Imagine my disappointment at realizing the very cover of this mega-issue revealed the twist of the story, which is Apocalypse as the main baddie, although, there’s another twist relating to him, but that one I’ll skip over. Aside from that, this entry in the Wolverine collection was actually pretty good. Nothing excelling, and it is clearly not among the 10 bests solo-titles of the mutant, but fans will be pleased by this; Wolverine living among tribal-jungle people, being considered a demi-god by his people, fighting dinosaurs, having a hand-to-hand combat against the freshly introduced Apocalypse, it hit the proper spots. But the thing is, there isn’t really an outstanding element in this, with the exception of Mignola’s art- which is worth the price of acquisition by itself-, the story doesn’t tell us much about Logan’s character. We already know Logan is a savage, when it comes to fighting, and we already know he does have a certain friendly relationship with Nick Fury, from ‘SHIELD’, but other than that, there’s nothing new.
This was a quick fun reading that uses one of the best characters from Marvel to tell a humble and unambitious story that will entertain, and will please the eye with its art, but won’t go further. I will bet this doesn’t even affect the main storyline in the ‘X-Men’ comic books, which is kind of a shame because its final frame has an important revelation regarding the character’s fate.
It is a nice addition to anyone’s collection, and again, Mignola’s art alone is worth reading, but there’s isn’t much of a substance in this, perhaps this will be a miss for more demanding readers.
June 1, 2023
This tale by Simonson and Mignola hits all the sweet spots. Wolverine finds himself in the Savage Lands and wins a spot in a primitive tribe by defeating their masked and armored (in animal skins) champion. He, therefore, gains the chief position in the tribe and the cavern and belongings of the defeated champion, Gahck.
Later Wolverine discovers that Gahck is a female when she comes to his new cavern. (On a side note, Wolverine should have known this already due to his keen smell, unless perhaps her scent was disguised by the layers of animal skins she wore).
Wolverine is worshiped as a god because he came in an ultralight, but his popularity is short-lived because a t-rex is picking off villagers and they view this as a sign that he might not be a god after all (not that he ever claimed to be one).
They track down the t-rex but the creature appears to be invulnerable to spears, and Wolverine is chomped and gobbled up by the beast. When he emerges from the belly of the beast by dint of his adamantium claws, he discovers that the creature is a robot meant to capture tribespeople. They are being taken away for experimentation.
Wolverine finds and defeats the culprit and flies away on his ultralight leaving behind Gahk, who is later shown with a baby. The implications are, of course, that Wolverine has fathered a child with Gahk--providing some interesting fodder for future tales. I am curious if this dangling plot thread was ever picked up and used by Marvel later.
Later Wolverine discovers that Gahck is a female when she comes to his new cavern. (On a side note, Wolverine should have known this already due to his keen smell, unless perhaps her scent was disguised by the layers of animal skins she wore).
Wolverine is worshiped as a god because he came in an ultralight, but his popularity is short-lived because a t-rex is picking off villagers and they view this as a sign that he might not be a god after all (not that he ever claimed to be one).
They track down the t-rex but the creature appears to be invulnerable to spears, and Wolverine is chomped and gobbled up by the beast. When he emerges from the belly of the beast by dint of his adamantium claws, he discovers that the creature is a robot meant to capture tribespeople. They are being taken away for experimentation.
Wolverine finds and defeats the culprit and flies away on his ultralight leaving behind Gahk, who is later shown with a baby. The implications are, of course, that Wolverine has fathered a child with Gahk--providing some interesting fodder for future tales. I am curious if this dangling plot thread was ever picked up and used by Marvel later.
March 29, 2024
Almost total gibberish. I know Walt Simonson is one of the hallowed names in superhero comics, but I don’t have a lot of experience with his work. He was always more of a Marvel creator, and, well, I have always been more of a DC reader. His story here (Walt, as far as I can tell, is most closely associated with Thor) is broad strokes with Wolverine among a primitive tribe that instantly thinks he’s a god and he still somehow integrates himself as more of a destined tribal leader, until Apocalypse sort of randomly shows up and then it’s a showdown with Apocalypse, and because Wolverine is a character Marvel lets do stories Marvel doesn’t normally do with its superheroes this all kind of just happens…Anyway, it’s also early Mike Mignola, so you can see his distinctive style emerging. But what a waste! Wants to be classic, I don’t know, Tarzan, stranger in a strange land, pulp fiction, but never really knows what to do with Wolverine, how to make it relevant to him…It’s the big difference between Marvel and DC, for me. DC obsessively contextualizes. If it does a prestige format one-shot, there’s some kind of point.
…Anyway, this is to say I’m a DC guy, and it’s never very difficult to see why.
…Anyway, this is to say I’m a DC guy, and it’s never very difficult to see why.
April 9, 2022
Wolverine+Mike Mignola is something you have to check out if/when you see it. Oh and Walter Simonson on story, but honestly Mike's artwork is the one and only attraction that is worth picking this up for haha. I felt like Simonson's writing in this one was a bit corny - and not in the way where it works cause its comics, but like he7 really didn't care for the story. It wasn't anything too terrible but you for sure aren't coming and staying for the writing. I've stated in the past how much I love Mignola's work and how much I like the character of Wolverine so there's honestly nothing more you can ask for when you get those two together! 'Nuff Said!
October 25, 2022
Simpatična i kratka pustolovina, taman da Simonson ne uspije upropastit priču dodatnim kompliciranjem. Malo pati, doduše, od vremena u kojima je pisana - kada je Apocalypse bio popularni negativac, ali nedovoljno definiran, a o Loganovoj se prošlosti jako malo znalo (ako išta) pa su neke stvari koje se dogode u albumu zapravo nepotrebne, ali s obzirom kakvi su mi bili drugi Simonsonovi stripovi, ovaj je stvarno mila majka. Ocjena više zbog predivnog Mignolinog crteža!
April 26, 2023
A nice standalone graphic novel featuring a couple of my comic book creator heroes and the Wolverine at home in the Savage Land.
This is Mike Mignola just before he came into his own with Hellboy. The main cover and the back cover illustration already show that signature style more associated with his Hellboy stories. However, the interior art is overwhelmed by the inker and is a more standard superhero style.
Still, a nice and enjoyable adventure story to be had.
This is Mike Mignola just before he came into his own with Hellboy. The main cover and the back cover illustration already show that signature style more associated with his Hellboy stories. However, the interior art is overwhelmed by the inker and is a more standard superhero style.
Still, a nice and enjoyable adventure story to be had.
April 29, 2025
Wolverine peleando contra dinosaurios.
¿Necesitas más para leer esto? Bien.
Dibujado por Mignola.
¿No basta?
Mignola homenajeando a Frazzetta, dibujando mujeres semi desnudas y ¡Pies!
¿Leíste lo que escribí? MIKE MIGNOLA DIBUJANDO PIES.
¿La historia? ¿Quién necesita historia cuando hay pterodáctilos?
¿Necesitas más para leer esto? Bien.
Dibujado por Mignola.
¿No basta?
Mignola homenajeando a Frazzetta, dibujando mujeres semi desnudas y ¡Pies!
¿Leíste lo que escribí? MIKE MIGNOLA DIBUJANDO PIES.
¿La historia? ¿Quién necesita historia cuando hay pterodáctilos?
January 12, 2018
As an art piece, intriguing. Mignola’s geometrical take on organic form is a lesson in composition and structure.
But as a story, the cryptic en medias res plot and the choppily guttural dialogue from the half-men make the read an off-putting chore.
But as a story, the cryptic en medias res plot and the choppily guttural dialogue from the half-men make the read an off-putting chore.
March 16, 2020
What a trip this book is! In my daydreams I am wolverine, and I am hunting mechanized dinosaurs on Savage Island. Mignola art is superb, and the script is decent. The plot was kind of thin, but that was totally fine by me. I felt so at home reading this classic.
March 8, 2023
Classic Wolverine tale detailing an early encounter with Apocalypse. The plot is fraying with time, but the climactic elements were a big deal when this was published. The Mike Mignola Art alone makes this a must read, and must have for all Wolverine fans.
November 6, 2024
3.5 stars
Mignola’s Wolverine art is a pleasure to look at. The savage lane covert mission plot is kinda dated in its scope and focus, plus the eye-rolling fuzzy thong-wearing warrior queen, but still mostly a short entertaining comic from the very early 90s.
Mignola’s Wolverine art is a pleasure to look at. The savage lane covert mission plot is kinda dated in its scope and focus, plus the eye-rolling fuzzy thong-wearing warrior queen, but still mostly a short entertaining comic from the very early 90s.
January 11, 2025
This takes the otherwise over-exposed and over-complicated character of Wolverine and does something fun with him. The story runs on art and vibes more than on continuity, which makes it a standout story for the era.
March 17, 2025
Walter Simonsons storytelling is a product of its time with some bloated dialouge that does little to advance the story. My rating is mostly in regards to Mike Mignolas art. Always enjoy seeing his interpretation of popular characters.
September 21, 2018
A fun little romp with our favorite bub through the Savage Land. It's wacky and a little silly, but that's why we like it! Plus: Simonson AND Mignola? Yes, please!
February 10, 2019
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