Old Man Logan #2 (2016)
Genre
đȘ Superhero, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Action-Adventure
Blending gritty post-apocalyptic themes with classic superhero action, this issue continues the saga of a hardened Wolverine fighting to rewrite destiny.
Main Characters
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Old Man Logan đș — A war-weary version of Wolverine from a devastated future, driven by vengeance and trauma.
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Amadeus Cho (The Totally Awesome Hulk) đ„ — A young genius turned Hulk, embodying power and optimism in stark contrast to Logan's darkness.
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Maureen (Logan’s late wife) đ„ — Although not physically present, her memory haunts Logan and motivates his current actions.
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Hillbilly Hulks (Referenced) — Brutal, inbred descendants of Bruce Banner from Logan's timeline, symbols of a future he wants to prevent.
Writer
✍️ Jeff Lemire
Renowned for his emotionally driven narratives, Lemire explores themes of regret, justice, and destiny with razor-sharp dialogue and deeply layered character work.
Artist
đš Andrea Sorrentino
Sorrentino's cinematic layouts and moody panel transitions complement the bleak tone, offering a unique visual storytelling style that's bold and evocative.
Editor Details
đ Mark Paniccia (Editor)
Paniccia’s guidance ensures narrative consistency and continuity within the Marvel Universe, anchoring the tale within the broader context of ongoing events.
Publisher and Brand
đą Marvel Comics | All-New, All-Different Marvel
Part of Marvel’s post-Secret Wars relaunch, the series reintroduces fan-favorite characters with new dimensions and moral complexity.
Release Year
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2016
Published during a time of bold experimentation in Marvel’s publishing line, capitalizing on the success of the original Old Man Logan storyline by Mark Millar.
Brief Plot Summary
Transported mysteriously from his ravaged future to the present-day Marvel Universe, Logan is on a personal mission to prevent the horrors he once lived through. In Old Man Logan #2, his target is none other than Amadeus Cho—the new Hulk. Believing that Cho’s existence may lead to the rise of the twisted Hulk family in the future, Logan takes drastic action. But is Cho truly a threat—or is Logan blinded by grief and paranoia? The line between protector and aggressor begins to blur as Logan’s brutal instincts clash with reality. đ„⏳
Notable Arcs or Storylines
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"Berserker Protocol" – Logan’s self-imposed quest to eliminate future threats in the present-day timeline.
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"The Kill List Begins" – This issue marks the start of Logan's calculated, morally ambiguous plan to change history—one target at a time.
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"Amadeus Encounter" – A significant turning point in both characters' arcs as youthful hope meets aged rage.
Fan Theories or Interpretations
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"Predestination Paradox" – Some fans speculate Logan’s actions might cause the very future he’s trying to prevent, raising questions about time loops and causality.
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"Cho as a Catalyst" – Others believe that Cho’s survival is essential for avoiding the dystopian outcome, implying that Logan's path could lead to worse consequences.
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"Ghosts of the Wasteland" – Interpretations also suggest that Logan’s hallucinations of his past life are more than trauma—they could be echoes from a fractured timeline.
Review Summary
⭐ Art: Visually arresting, Sorrentino’s use of shadow, jagged paneling, and dramatic splash pages captures the inner turmoil of Logan and the kinetic energy of his battles.
đ Story: Lemire keeps the tension high with morally complex storytelling. Rather than a simple revenge tale, this issue explores guilt, PTSD, and fatalism.
đ§♂️ Character Depth: Logan is depicted not just as a fighter, but as a broken man trying to make sense of a world that no longer matches his memories. Cho serves as a youthful foil, injecting the narrative with humor and heart.
đ„ Old Man Logan #2 is a masterful continuation of a legacy redefined—brutal, introspective, and emotionally raw. For fans of Wolverine and dystopian storytelling alike, it’s a must-read.
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