Jason Aaron, the acclaimed writer of Scalped, is taking on Wolverine in this new monthly series.  This book is off to a great start.

Often Wolverine is presented one dimensionally, but Aaron weaves together a multi-layered, interesting Logan.  Wolverine is a lethal killing machine; Aaron conveys this with authority.  Logan has a rich, compelling history that is handled tightly by a good author.  Wolverine is a tortured man who has depth; Aaron shows us this side of Logan without it turning into a soap opera.

We see the return of Maverick, a fellow soldier of the Weapon X project.  Wolverine gets drawn back into the darkness of his past and the powers behind his transformation into an indestructible weapon.  It’s not a recycled journey of self-discovery for Logan, but a good story that pulls Wolverine and the reader along.

Ron Garney’s art, which he both pencils and inks, is as tight as the story.  His panel progression moves the action along well. He’s gifted at balancing light and shadow to create a dark tone for the title.

This issue is really just a tease of things to come.  All I can say is “I want more.”  That’s always a good thing for a first issue.

4 out of 5

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