Comic Book Series: Old Man Logan

Introduction
"Old Man Logan" is a comic book series released in 2008, composed by Mark Millar, with artwork by Steve McNiven. It is embeded in an alternate universe within the Marvel Comics universe (Earth-807128), happening 50 years in the future, where supervillains have actually taken control of the United States and the majority of the superheroes have actually been killed. The story follows an aged Wolverine, who has actually forgone his superhero alter ego and now goes by the name of Logan, as he embarks on a journey throughout the dystopian landscape.

Setting
The America of "Old Man Logan" is divided into different areas ruled by numerous supervillains. President Red Skull has turned the White House into his fortress, Doctor Doom rules the area called "Doom's Lair", Magneto (later on exposed to be a new Kingpin) manages an area known as "The Kingdom of the Kingpin", and the Abomination, who has actually married the She-Hulk, governs "The Hulklands". The majority of the heroes are either dead or in hiding, and the world has actually ended up being a desolate, lawless wasteland.

Characters
The main character, Logan, has actually quit violence and refuses to utilize his claws. He now lives with his other half, Maureen, and their 2 kids, Scotty and Jade, in a territory ruled by the Hulk's inbred household. Hulk's hillbilly grandchildren, the Banner clan, frequently obtain Logan and his household for rent.

Other significant characters consist of Hawkeye, who has ended up being blind in his aging, however maintains his sharpness as an archer. Emma Frost and Black Bolt, who reside in disguise as farmers while hiding out from the villainous routine. The Red Skull, who rules America as the president. The new Kingpin, who has taken over Magneto's territory after defeating him in fight. And, finally, Bruce Banner-- the initial Hulk-- who has actually become a psychopathic, power-hungry ruler of The Hulklands.

Plot
Reeling from a terrible occasion where Logan incorrectly eliminated all the X-Men under the influence of Mysterio's illusions, he has actually ended up being a pacifist and sworn never ever to use his claws once again. The story starts with Logan having a hard time to make ends fulfill and offer his family, hence agreeing to accompany a now-blind Hawkeye on a hazardous road trip throughout America. This journey is Hawkeye's attempt to deliver a bundle to New Babylon, previously known as Washington D.C. In return for assisting Hawkeye, Logan wants to earn adequate money to settle his family's financial obligation to the Banner clan.

Their journey takes them through different areas, experiencing old pals and enemies along the way, consisting of coming across a black market run by the Kingpin. Throughout the experience, Logan's pacifism is constantly tested, and his inability to turn to violence often puts them in dangerous scenarios.

As the duo reaches New Babylon, they discover that their mission was a setup by the Red Skull and a group of supervillains to bring powerful heroes to one area to remove them. In the ensuing confrontation with the Red Skull, Logan finally breaks his pacifist vow and utilizes his claws to eliminate the Red Skull and his minions.

Conclusion
After making it through the trap, Logan and Hawkeye find a message from Captain America's spirit for a brand-new group of young heroes to increase versus the supervillain routine. Motivated by this message, Logan goes back to his home to protect his family and defeat the Hulk's grandchildren. Despite his victory, Logan discovers that, in his lack, his household has actually already been eliminated by the Banner clan.

Seeking revenge, Logan faces Bruce Banner and kills him after an intense battle. Logan then embraces infant Bruce Jr., the only remaining member of the Banner family, pledging to raise him as his own.

"Old Man Logan" is a dark and gritty story that ultimately deals with themes of redemption and hope. It paints a bleak image of a world where evil has triumphed, but ultimately recommends that heroes will increase again to restore justice and balance.