The Uncanny X-Men: From the Ashes... #[nn]
In *The Uncanny X-Men: From the Ashes... #1* (1990), Chris Claremont and Paul Smith deliver a sharp, character-driven story as the X-Men arrive in Japan for Wolverine’s wedding—only to find tension simmering beneath the surface. With Wolverine uneasy about Rogue’s presence and the Silver Samurai’s shadow looming, the team must navigate Mariko’s complicated ties to Clan Yashida while fending off a silent betrayal. Art Adams’ dynamic cover captures the moment’s intensity, perfectly framing a story where loyalty is tested and old wounds surface.
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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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