This issue features the first artwork of Jim Lee on Wolverine. The story focuses on Wolverine aiding Alpha Flight to stop a man made mutant. During the comic he reveals his reasons for leaving Canada's Department H and why he joined the X-Men!

Jim Lee’s artwork on X-Men redefined the comic book industry during the 1990’s and continues to have a major influence on comic artists today. His first work for Marvel was in Alpha Flight # 051 and his first work on Wolverine appeared in Alpha Flight # 053.