Wolverine Weapon X #13 (preview)
Writer: Jason Aaron
Pencils: Ron Garney

From Marvel: “The time-bending saga of the all-new Deathlok continues as Wolverine and Captain America fight for their lives against an army of cyborg assassins. Outnumbered and outgunned, our heroes turn to desperate measures but learn the hard way that when you tamper with the time stream, you better be ready to expect the unexpected.”

On sale May 26, 2010.

What do you think of this time-traveling Wolverine saga? Too much of a ‘Terminator’ retread or just the right blend of homage?

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.

X-Force #27 (preview)
Writers: Craig Kyle and Chris Yost
Pencils: Mike Choi

From Marvel: “SECOND COMING, CHAPTER NINE: This is the end of the line. The horror of what the X-Men face is fully revealed, and the reality sets in…every single mutant on the planet is going to die. They cannot hold out any longer. And X-Force goes on their final mission. ”

On sale May 26, 2010.

Share your thoughts on Chapter Nine of the ‘Second Coming’ storyline in the comments below.

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.
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Surprisingly ‘Reckoning’ concludes with ‘Dark Wolverine’ #86 and ‘Wolverine Origins’ #48 coming out in the same week, hence I am combining both titles into one convenient open thread…

Dark Wolverine #86 (preview)
Writers: Daniel Way & Marjorie Liu
Penciler: Stephen Segovia
Inker: Cam Smith

From Marvel: “RECKONING, PART 3 OF 4: For decades, Daken has waited for the moment that has now finally arrived. In one fell swoop, Daken plans to both destroy his father and achieve his destiny. The streets of Ankara run red with blood as Daken faces off against…Romulus!”

In stores May 19, 2010.

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Wolverine Origins #48 (preview)
Writer: Daniel Way
Art: Will Conrad

From Marvel: “RECKONING, CONCLUSION: Revenge. It is what has motivated Wolverine for over a century. But now, with that revenge within reach…is it really what he wants? More importantly, is it really what he needs? A new era begins as Wolverine finally considers his future instead of his blood-stained past.”

In stores May 19, 2010.

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Share your thoughts on the “Reckoning” conclusion in the comments below. Did it meet expectations? Or was it a just a big “huh?”…

Origins of Marvel Comics #1 (preview)
Writer: Fred Van Lente and others
Art: Various

From Marvel: “An all-star lineup of creators brings you the origins of Marvel’s greatest heroes! Short, accessible origin stories, all drawn by a roster of the hottest artists, including John Romita Jr., Leinil Francis Yu, Alan Davis and MORE! From the Avengers to the X-Men! From Iron Man, Thor, the Fantastic Four and Spider-Man to Hulk, Deadpool, Black Widow and the Punisher! They’re all here!”

In stores May 19, 2010.

Interesting single origin story for much of the Marvel Universe, including James Howlett…

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Galacta: Daughter of Galactus #1 (preview)
Writer: Adam Warren
Art: Hector Sevilla Lujan

From Marvel: “Galactus is the terror of the universe, devouring planets and destroying civilizations as he goes—and a father to a growing daughter! Meet GALI, daughter of the infamous planet-eater GALACTUS and the WINNER of last year’s MARVEL ASSISTANT- SIZED SPECTACULAR poll! Unlike her father, Gali has formed an affection for the planet Earth, and does her best to subsist only on invasive alien life-forms…but when her cosmic hunger begins growing out of control, can she hold herself back from a deadly binge? Featuring WOLVERINE, THOR, and the FANTASTIC FOUR, this collects the original Galacta short plus three Marvel Digital Comic Exclusive Galacta stories from writer Adam Warren (Empowered, Gen 13) and with stunning digital paints by artist Hector Sevilla Lujan!”

In stores May 19, 2010.

Should have stayed mostly a reprint. Pretty Wolverine does make an appearance…

X-Men Forever #24 (preview)
Writer: Chris Claremont
Pencils: Tom Grummett
Inks: Cory Hamscher

From Marvel: “DON’T MISS THE EXPLOSIVE CONCLUSION TO THE FIRST VOLUME OF THIS LANDMARK SERIES! The X-Men are up to their ears in the Consortium, the anti-mutant shadow government bent on eradicating all mutantkind. Still reeling from revelations of who is behind the mysterious organization, Cyclops, Jean, Beast, Kitty, Gambit, Lil’ ‘Ro, Rogue, Kurt and Professor X must band together to ensure the survival of all mutants. DON’T MISS A THRILLING MINUTE OF THIS SERIES FROM X-MEN LEGEND CHRIS CLAREMONT!”

In stores May 19, 2010.

Wolverine appears on the cover and in a dream…

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Don’t forget to add your thoughts in the comments below on any other Wolverine appearances from the week that we may have missed…

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Finally, here are the previews for probable/possible Wolverine appearances of the upcoming week (5/26/10)…

–Dark Wolverine #86 (preview): Penultimate Chapter of ‘Dark Reckoning’…
–Doomwar #4 (preview): Vibranium Doombots…
–Wolverine Origins #48 (preview): ‘Dark Reckoning’ Finale in the same week?!?
–Wolverine Weapon X #13 (preview): Deathlok storyline continues…
–X-Force #27 (preview): Second Coming, Chapter Nine…

Avengers #1 (preview)
Writer: Brian Michael Bendis
Pencils: John Romita, Jr.
Inks: Klaus Janson

From Marvel: “THE HEROIC AGE IS HERE! There came a day! A day unlike any other…where two of Marvel’s top creators teamed up for the very first time to create a bombastic new monthly Marvel comic that not only ushers in the Heroic Age of Marvel Comics but unleashes onto the world the most blockbuster Avengers team ever! Who will answer the call? And will they assemble just in time…because Kang the Conqueror is here from the future. And wait till you find out why…! Bonus back up feature: the oral history of the Avengers, part one. A brand new illustrated look at the Avengers in a way you have never seen before by series writer Brian Michael Bendis.

On sale May 19, 2010.

What did you think of the first steps of the Heroic Age? Let your thoughts be heard in the comments below.

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.

X-Men Legacy #236 (preview)
Writer: Mike Carey
Pencils: Greg Land
Inks: Jay Leisten

From Marvel: “SECOND COMING, CHAPTER EIGHT: Bastion’s plan comes to fruition as an impenetrable dome makes the Bay Area a prison. It’s bad enough for the millions of humans, but it’s even worse for the 98% of the world’s mutants who live there.”

On sale May 19, 2010.

Share your thoughts on Chapter Eight of the ‘Second Coming’ storyline in the comments below.

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.
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Earlier today, Marvel unveiled their complete August Solicitations, and as usual, we bring you the Wolverine Highlights…

WOLVERINE WEAPON X #16
Written by JASON AARON
Penciled by TBD
During the shocking events of SECOND COMING, Logan lost one of his dearest friends: Nightcrawler. Now with the reading of Nightcrawler’s will, Logan learns that his friend had one last request, something Logan can not refuse, no matter how much it might pain him. Don’t miss this stirring series finale that helps pave the way for next month’s WOLVERINE #1.

X-FORCE: SEX AND VIOLENCE #2 (of 3)
Written by CRAIG KYLE & CHRISTOPHER YOST
Art by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
WARNING: This issue lives up to the title. Not for the squeamish or easily embarrassed, wink wink. Wolverine finds out why the Assassins Guild is after Domino, and it’s a funny story. Well, Domino thinks it is. But Logan is grumpy and does’t see the humor in it, probably due to the fact that Dom’s actions have put a half dozen of the worlds deadliest assassins on their trail. And then things get complicated. Ahhh, romance.

X-MEN #2
Written by VICTOR GISCHLER
Penciled by PACO MEDINA
“CURSE OF THE MUTANTS,” PART 2
Upon discovering that San Francisco has been invaded by Dracula and his vampire army, the X-Men set out to find the evil and destroy it. But when Blade the Vampire Slayer shows up and drops a bombshell, the X-Men realize all of their assumptions have been wrong. Their only chance to survive hinges on a desperate plan which might prove their undoing.

NEW AVENGERS #3
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils by STUART IMMONEN
Who is the true master of the mystic arts? Well, it ain’t Doctor Strange and it ain’t Doctor Voodoo. The bad news is he’s here and he is in charge. And he is gleefully ripping this dimension apart, piece by piece, in his search for relics of power. How are the legacies of Iron Fist, Doctor Strange and Wolverine connected? Find out here in this brand new eye-popper from Bendis and Immonen!

DARK WOLVERINE #89
Written by DANIEL WAY & MARJORIE LIU
Penciled by STEPHEN SEGOVIA
“PUNISHMENT,” part 3
Daken barely survived his encounter with Frank Castle, but that only makes him more dangerous than ever — especially when Wolverine shows up to save the day. Killing two birds with one stone has never been more appealing…

DARK WOLVERINE #90
Written by DANIEL WAY & MARJORIE LIU
Penciled by MIRCO PIERFEDERICCI
THE SERIES CONCLUSION!
The end of one journey marks the beginning of another, as Daken contemplates the road less traveled… a road of truth, desire… and empires.

For the full list of Marvel’s August Solicitations, please visit Comic Book Resources (details)…

Black Widow #2 (preview)
Writer: Marjorie Liu
Art: Daniel Acuna

From Marvel: “THE HEROIC AGE IS HERE! The deadliest hero from IRON MAN 2, INVINCIBLE IRON MAN and CAPTAIN AMERICA fights for her life! Somebody wants the super-spy codenamed the Black Widow dead…and they came damn close! Now Natasha Romanoff, recovering and angry, chases the trail with fatal skill! What do her friends Iron Man, Wolverine and Daredevil know about her would-be killer…and why won’t they help her?!”

In stores May 12, 2010.

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Super Hero Squad #5 (preview)
Writers: Todd Dezago
Art: Leonel Castellani

From Marvel: “As Gamma Rays permeate the Marvel Universe, the SUPER HERO SQUAD find that they are not immune to the phenomenon when an anomalous Fractal puts the Hulk on everyone within it’s range! Plus–Hulked-Out Super Hero Squad ANT-MAN and Hulked-Out Super Squad THOR meets Hulked-Out FIN FANG FOOM! Don’t make them angry..You won’t like any of the Squaddies if you make them angry!”

In stores May 12, 2010.

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Don’t forget to add your thoughts in the comments below on any other Wolverine appearances from the week that we may have missed…

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Finally, here are the previews for probable/possible Wolverine appearances of the upcoming week (5/19/10)…

–Avengers #1 (preview): Next Avengers…
–Galacta: Daughter of Galactus #1 (preview): Featuring Wolverine. Oh the agony…
–Origins of Marvel Comics #1 (preview): Cover appearance…
–X-Men Forever #24 (preview): Another cover appearance…
–X-Men Legacy #236 (preview): Second Coming, Chapter Eight…

Wolverine #900 (preview)
Plot: C.B. Cebulski and David Finch
Script: James Asmus
Pencils: David Finch
Inks: Danny Miki

“The Curse of the Yellow Claw”
Writer: Dean Motter
Artist: Greg Scott

“Desperate Measures”
Writer: Todd Dezago
Art: Jason Craig

From Marvel: “X-Man. Avenger. Soldier. And that’s just the HALF of it. In this atomic-sized special, superstar David Finch leads a platoon of comic’s most talented creators in giving the Canadian killer a 21-gun salute. Ninjas, bar-room brawls, Morlocks and pirates (yes, PIRATES!): this issue sees the most marvelous mutant of all put through the paces. And if five-all new tales of Snikt-tastic action wasn’t enough, there’s classic reprints featuring some of Logan’s greatest hits!”

On sale May 12, 2010.

Three new tales, three digital comic exclusive reprints and two backup story reprints. All in all, a pretty good deal for $4.99…

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.

Astonishing X-Men: Xenogenesis #1 (preview)
Writer: Warren Ellis
Art: Kaare Andrews

From Marvel: “THE HEROIC AGE IS HERE! The superstar team of Warren Ellis and Kaare Andrews (SPIDER-MAN: REIGN) take X-Men into the Heroic Age! Something’s happening in the tiny East African city of Mbangwi. Something that requires immediate investigation. A newborn sprouts metal electrodes and explodes, taking out an entire hospital. Is this the first wave of mutant rebirth that the X-Men have been praying for…or something very, very different? Something sinister?”

On sale May 12, 2010.

Share your thoughts on the brand-new Astonishing X-Men storyline, complete with Emma Frost’s incredibly lumpy butt…

And if you haven’t picked up the issue, make sure to read the preview, linked next the series title above.