Spécial Strange #45
In "Le clan!", the X-Men arrive in Japan for Wolverine’s wedding, but tensions flare when Rogue joins the team. With the Silver Samurai stalking the shadows and Mariko caught in a web of family secrets, Wolverine and Nightcrawler must protect Yukio while Storm uncovers the truth about Mariko’s father and the dangerous legacy of Clan Yashida. As Viper strikes from the shadows, a desperate rescue mission unfolds — and Wolverine’s resolve hardens when he learns the truth about his bride’s brother. Written by Chris Claremont, illustrated by Paul Smith with inks by Bob Wiacek and colors by Glynis Wein, and featuring a striking cover by Jean Frisano.
Sell my copy
Have this issue — or a whole collection? Get a fair offer from us, skip the marketplace fees and the hassle.
We Buy Collections ▸Cast · 40 characters
Full credits
Full plot ⚠ may contain spoilers
▸ Reveal full plot — may contain spoilers
The X-Men show up in Japan for Wolverine's wedding and Wolvie isn't happy to see newest member, Rogue. Wolverine and Nightcrawler help Yukio battle the Silver Samurai who is lurking about. Wolvie 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, Wolvie decides to go after the Samurai and Rogue asks to tag along.
Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).