Wolverine: Origin III Explores Marvel's Controversial Prequel Arc

In 2001, the Wolverine: Origin comic book revealed the origins of the enigmatic character Wolverine, who went by the name James Howlett. This groundbreaking story explored the tragic events that led to his tragic past, inspiring the 2009 film X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Now, Marvel is set to continue that controversial saga with Wolverine: Origin III - The Dark Age, written by original Origin writer Paul Jenkins.

Illustrated by CAFU, the first issue features a main cover by Wes Burt and a variant cover by Josemaria Casanovas.

Wolverine: Origin III - The Dark Age deviates from the previous installments by taking place after World War II. After years of fighting in the first two World Wars, Logan finds peace, but his past may still catch up with him. The series promises to introduce new friends and allies, and with the help of an impassioned young doctor, Logan will uncover his true identity.

Jenkins, in a statement, praised Wolverine: Origin as foundational, revealing not only how James Howlett became Wolverine but also his loss of innocence and understanding of a cruel world.

Jenkins expressed his privilege in presenting Wolverine: Origin III - The Dark Age, which delves into what has happened to Logan over the past 25 years. He teased the series' plot, revealing that the answers to his past will not be what readers expect. Wolverine: Origin III - The Dark Age is set to release on December 16. Pre-orders are available at local comic shops.