The Uncanny X-Men #172

Name: The Uncanny X-Men #172
Brand: Marvel
Availability: InStock

Aug 1983 · Marvel · 0.60 USD; 0.25 GBP; 0.75 CAD

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“Scarlet in Glory”

In "Scarlet in Glory," the X-Men arrive in Japan for Wolverine's wedding, only to find themselves entangled in a web of intrigue when the Silver Samurai emerges to confront Yukio. With tensions rising and Viper lurking in the shadows, Wolverine grapples with his past as Storm and Yukio race to protect Mariko, who faces her half-brother in a tense meeting. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Paul Smith, with inks by Bob Wiacek and colors by Glynis Wein, this issue blends high-stakes drama with the emotional weight of Wolverine’s personal journey. The cover by Paul Smith captures the clash of steel and shadow, setting the tone for a story where loyalty and legacy collide.

writer Chris Claremont · artist Paul Smith · inker Bob Wiacek · colorist Glynis Wein · letterer Tom Orzechowski · cover Paul Smith

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Cast · 15 characters

Alex Summers Ariel Colossus Cyclops Jason Wyngarde Kenuichio Harada Kitty Pryde Kurt Wagner Lockheed Mariko Yashida Ophelia Sarkissian Rogue Storm Wolverine Yukio

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writer Chris Claremont

artist Paul Smith

inker Bob Wiacek

colorist Glynis Wein

letterer Tom Orzechowski

cover pencils, inks Paul Smith

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The X-Men show up in Japan for Wolverine's wedding and Wolverine isn't happy to see 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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