In issue #8 of Wolverine, not only does it mark the 400th solo comic for this character, but Marvel has pulled out all the stops to make it a significant event. Written by Saladin Ahmed, Martin Cocolo, and Daniel Warren Johnson, this issue concludes the ongoing Adamantine storyline while introducing a new adversary for Wolverine. Additionally, Wolverine is currently dealing with his latest sidekick, a teenager named Leonard who has transformed into the Wendigo. The tale concludes unexpectedly for Wolverine as he encounters a shock he never anticipated. In a hotel room filled with beer, Wolverine receives an unwelcome surprise when a knock at the door reveals a letter from someone who was presumed dead – none other than Elizabeth Howlett, Wolverine’s mother.
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View Urgent Forecast2000’s “Origin” novel unveiled Wolverine’s mother, Elizabeth, to readers, chronicling the early life of James Howlett, who would later become Logan. Her tale in the narrative is undeniably one of the saddest aspects of a story steeped in sorrow. The return of Elizabeth in the Wolverine comic books may not have been what fans anticipated, but it could potentially open up some intriguing possibilities for the character we know as Wolverine.
Elizabeth Howlett Is the First Major Tragedy of Wolverine’s Life
The story of “Origin” unfolds in the Howlett Estate, home to the affluent but secretive Howlett family. James Sr., who was negligent and unaware, discovered his wife Elizabeth’s infidelity with groundskeeper Thomas Logan. This illicit relationship resulted in the birth of young James and possibly John Howlett, a frail child often cared for by a governess. The initial introduction to the Logan family took place in Uncanny Avengers (Vol. 1) #6, showcasing another member who bore a striking resemblance to both Thomas and James in later years. A pivotal moment occurred when James Jr. stumbled upon his mother dressing, witnessing the gruesome scars left by his true father, Thomas. On a fateful night, Thomas and his son Dog intended to murder James Sr. and Jr., kidnap Elizabeth, and rob the estate. This incident triggered James Jr.’s mutant abilities, causing him to enter a violent rage that led to the deaths of Thomas and the scarring of both Dog and Elizabeth. Horrified by her son’s claws, Elizabeth was driven mad and banished them from the estate along with their nurse Rose. Following their departure, Elizabeth took her own life using Thomas’s gun. However, as it turned out, this was not the whole truth…
In Wolverine #8, it’s shown that Elizabeth’s letter hints at her desire to explain how she managed to survive, but this revelation would come later when they meet. There are two plausible scenarios for Elizabeth’s survival. The first one is based on the events of the Krakoa Era, where it’s known that Wolverine’s healing factor can be transferred through blood transfusions if donated to someone with the same blood type. In Moira MacTaggert’s sixth life, she was able to live for a thousand years thanks to these transfusions. Considering Thomas and Elizabeth might share the same blood type, Wolverine’s leaking blood could have saved her and temporarily granted her his healing factor.
Another possibility is reminiscent of an older series, Wolverine: The End, from the mid ’00s. In this storyline, the White Ghost revealed that Elizabeth was the source of Wolverine’s mutant genes. Perhaps Elizabeth had the healing factor within her all along, which allowed her to survive. This theory aligns with the fact that Thomas’s son Dog never possessed a healing factor. Notably, Paul Jenkins, who wrote the Origin series, was also the writer for Wolverine: The End, adding credibility to this scenario.
Elizabeth’s Survival Changes Everything for Wolverine
The ongoing Wolverine series is currently average, with some promising concepts falling short. The Adamantium concept was decent, but it mainly resurrected several Wolverine enemies, such as the unimpressive Romulus, and introduced a new god-like antagonist for Wolverine. The Wendigo sidekick angle was intriguing, but it concluded in issue #8. To revitalize this comic, a fresh element might be required, and perhaps the return of Elizabeth Howlett could provide that needed boost.
As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I must admit, it’s perplexing to predict Elizabeth’s role. It seems likely they’ll unveil her as a mutant or endowed with superpowers, but beyond that, the mystery remains. However, one thing is certain – this revelation packs quite a punch! No Wolverine fan ever saw her comeback coming, and this twist could steer the Wolverine narrative into uncharted territories. But then again, it might be another storyline that fails to live up to expectations, a pitfall Wolverine has faced in the past.
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