Marvel Aims to Conceal the Real Origin Story of Wolverine’s Daughter

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Laura Kinney: Wolverine #1!

In the rich tapestry of the Marvel universe, Laura Kinney stands out as the engineered daughter of the iconic hero Wolverine. As a beloved character, she has taken on the mantle of Wolverine and fought alongside the X-Men. However, the current interpretation of Laura in the series From The Ashes raises a significant question: is she truly who she claims to be? It appears that Marvel is intentionally glossing over pivotal aspects of her character’s journey from the previous Krakoan Era.

This latest iteration of Laura Kinney is not the original creation of Wolverine, but rather a clone resurrected on Krakoa, setting the stage for a profound exploration of identity and legacy.

Marvel Fans Aware: Laura Kinney Isn’t Who She Claims to Be

Laura Kinney's Wolverine standing in front of a blood-covered wall.

Throughout the Krakoan Era, Laura Kinney faced numerous challenges, including a long entrapment in the Children of the Vault, where she assumed the codename Talon. While other X-Men believed her to be deceased, she was ultimately resurrected on Krakoa by a group known as the Five. This resurrection led to a complex situation where two versions of Laura Kinney coexisted: the original as Talon and her clone who adopted the Wolverine persona.

Tragically, the original Laura Kinney’s story met a grim conclusion when she was slain by the High Evolutionary, marking the end of her narrative arc. While the clone continues under the Wolverine name, it is crucial to acknowledge that she is not the original X-23. This new iteration is devoid of the memories belonging to her predecessor. Instead, she possesses a separate origin narrative that distinctly separates her from the original Laura Kinney, much like the current clone of Beast, who openly recognizes the absence of 30 years of original history.

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Marvel’s Intent to Distance from the Krakoa Era

The outcome of the Krakoan Era saw the death of numerous X-Men and mutants. It was generally accepted that those brought back on Krakoa were able to retain their original souls, creating a unique situation for Laura Kinney. Although Laura carries herself as if she is the genuine article, her narrative overlooks a key detail: the original Laura was indeed alive during her resurrection. This discrepancy is crucial, as it highlights the undeniable reality of the original Laura’s demise and positions this newer version of Laura Kinney as a fresh beginning for her character.

The new series Laura Kinney: Wolverine #1 is set to hit the shelves on December 11, 2024, promising an engaging exploration of Laura’s journey and her identity in the evolving Marvel landscape.

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