Laura Kinney and Gabby take the reins of the future of mutants in Generation X-23, a series full of action, mystery and new faces
Wolverine’s new legacy
On this occasion, Laura Kinneyalso known as Glutton (and recently how Saber teeth in some parallel stories), joins Gabbyits “sister” clone, to form a new generation of Weapon X program subjects. Together, they will lead a team that promises to redefine the legacy of the darkest project in mutant history.
The first issue, simply titled Generation X-23 n. 1will come with a cover of Partha Pratim Sarkar and a premise that points to a return to basics… but with a sinister twist. According to the official synopsis:
“His name is Wolverine. But the legend of
The story begins when Laura and Gabby They meet someone who appears to be a old friend passed awaywhich will lead them to discover a conspiracy that will turn your world upside down. During that journey they will encounter a group of new heroes (and villains) created by the Weapon X project’s experiments.
Fans are already speculating whether these new characters will be tied to other timelines X-Menor even with the cloned versions that appeared in previous sagas such as Fall of X.
The Wolverine who doesn’t ask permission
Since its debut in New York #3 In 2004, Laura Kinney went from being a soulless copy of the Canadian mutant to one of the most beloved figures in the world. X-Men. After taking on the role of Wolverine in 2015, his story focused on the reconstruction of one’s identity and in the bond with Gabby (Honey badger), a younger, more carefree version of herself.
Jody Houser, known for her work Star Wars: Thrawn, Doctor Who Yes Spider Girl– promises to give a new approach to the character, exploring his moral dilemmas a woman who has left violence behind… but can’t escape what created her.
Furthermore, Jacopo Camagniillustrator of X-Men Red Yes Captain Marvelwill bring a dynamic and cinematic tone to the action. Its detailed and expressive style promises to elevate the chemistry between the two protagonists and the new additions to the team.
The mutant future according to Shadows of Tomorrow
Generation X-23 It won’t be a simple spin-off: it’s part of the new narrative axis Shadows of tomorrowwhere mutants must use the knowledge acquired subsequently The age of revelation to avoid one of the darkest futures in the Marvel universe.
In this context, alliances will be fundamental. According to the official statement, the X-Men “They must take bold action, strengthen their alliances and empower the next generation.” Everything indicates that Houser and Camagni’s comic will show Laura as a mentor who is more pragmatic than idealisticmarking a contrast with the leadership of characters like Cyclops or Storm.
In fact, Marvel also announced new series at this event Storm, Rascal, X-Force, Magical Yes Colossusall set in this same time frame. It seems like Shadows of tomorrow It will be more than a simple editorial phase: it will be the new post-Krakoa mutant era.
A future in the shadows, but with claws
The combination of action, drama and ethical dilemmas that promises Generation X-23 places it as one of the most interesting bets of the new mutant cycle. Readers will be reunited with Laura and Gabby in a story where the past cannot be erased and Wolverine’s legacy continues to grow.
With an author accustomed to exploring complex characters and an artist capable of capturing both the brutality and tenderness between cloned sisters, this series has the potential to become a hit among X-Men fans.
