Essential X-Men #4
In "Beyond the Farthest Star," the X-Men arrive in Japan for Wolverine’s wedding, where tensions rise as the newly arrived Rogue stirs unease. With the Silver Samurai stalking the shadows and Viper slipping through the ranks, Wolverine must confront both his past and Mariko’s dangerous ties to Clan Yashida—while Storm, Yukio, and a reluctant Rogue race to protect her from a deadly trap. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Paul Smith, with inks by Bob Wiacek and letters by Tom Orzechowski, this issue features a cover by Paul Smith that captures the storm of secrets and steel.
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The X-Men show up in Japan for Wolverine's wedding and Wolverine isn't happy to see the newest member, Rogue. Wolverine and Nightcrawler help Yukio battle the Silver Samurai who is lurking about. Wolverine explains to Storm that Mariko's father was deeply involved in organized crime and he plans on cleaning up Clan Yashida. Viper sneaks in and poisons the X-Men. Mariko has a meeting with Silver Samurai who turns out to be her half-brother. Storm and Yukio rescue her from the Samurai and Viper. Hearing of the attack, Wolverine decides to go after the Samurai and Rogue asks to tag along.
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