Wolverine #66
(Near Mint)
X-MEN DIVIDED WE STAND TIE IN
"Wolverine #66," released in June 2008, marks the beginning of the "Old Man Logan" storyline, one of the most distinctive and celebrated arcs in the Wolverine saga. Written by Mark Millar with art by Steve McNiven, this story is set in a dystopian future where super-villains have conquered the United States and divided it among themselves, leaving it a barren wasteland.
In this issue, readers are introduced to an aged Logan who has abandoned his Wolverine persona following a traumatic event in his past that is initially hinted at but not fully disclosed. Logan has settled down with a family and vowed never to use his claws again, trying to live a peaceful life as a farmer in a territory controlled by the descendants of the Hulk.
The story begins to unfold when Logan is visited by a blind Hawkeye. The former Avenger proposes a dangerous delivery job that promises to pay enough to help Logan pay off the rent to the local landlords, the Hulk Gang, and save his family from further persecution. Reluctantly, Logan agrees, setting the stage for a road trip through the villain-ruled territories of what was once America.
"Old Man Logan" is renowned for its gritty and visceral depiction of a fallen world and the struggle of a man who is trying to escape the violence of his past. The artwork by Steve McNiven is critically acclaimed for its detailed and impactful style, perfectly capturing the bleak, oppressive atmosphere of the story's setting. This issue lays the groundwork for a saga that is both a journey across a dystopian landscape and a deep dive into the soul of one of Marvel's most complex characters.
