X-23

Marvel’s 2018–2019 X-23 series, written by Mariko Tamaki with art by Diego Olortegui and Juann Cabal, is a tight two-issue story that zeroes in on Laura Kinney as she grapples with the weight of her violent origins and her place among the X-Men. This brief but impactful run distills the character’s core conflict—humanity versus her Weapon X programming—into a focused, emotionally charged narrative. It matters as a poignant character study that honors Laura’s legacy while pushing her toward a new chapter.