What if Donald Duck Became Wolverine…the question I never asked, but never knew I wanted. Now, Marvel and Disney give us just that, a new one-shot featuring a story by Luca Barbieri with illustrations by Giada Perissinotto.

In the most unexpected mashup of our time, we travel to the near future where chaos rules as Pete-Skull has turned Duckburg into a super-hero-less wasteland. Only Old Duck Donald can turn the tide but he’s given up his battling’ days and prefers naps and Grandma’s apple pie over fighting villains. But when Mickey-Hawkeye comes knocking at the door with Goofy-Hulk at his side, Wolverine-Donald has to make a choice! Will a trip down memory lane change his mind to save the world or will the lure of the backyard hammock and a long nap keep him from popping his claws one last time? Featuring some of Donald-Wolverine’s greatest moments!

The perfect matchup of characters like Donald Duck as Wolverine and Goofy as Hulk sets the tone for a wonderful story by Luca Barbieri. The creative choice to blend these classic Disney characters, headlined by Donald Duck for his 90th anniversary, with iconic Marvel superheroes adds a unique twist to the world of comics. It’s refreshing to see familiar faces new roles, bringing a sense of nostalgia while introducing something fresh and exciting. This unique take on a classic characters is truly out there, but was worth the journey.

In addition to the wonderful story, the artwork is paired extremely well. Giada Perissinotto captures the essence of both the Disney and Marvel universes with the amazing cartoon flair. Perissinotto brings to life a new rendition of classic characters in a mashup that is jarring, but fun. The attention to detail in each panel to blend these universes is masterfully done.

While the What if Donald Duck Became Wolverine is not groundbreaking or overly complex, it doesn’t need to be, it lies perfectly in the middle grade readers wheelhouse. I just appreciated the fun and adventurous spirit of Donald Duck as Wolverine, along with the other character mashups. The feel was lighthearted and playful to make an enjoyable read that is different than most on the market right now. The book doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Marvel & Disney: What if Donald Duck Became Wolverine is a delightful read that combines beloved characters from both Disney and Marvel in an imaginative way. The writing is not groundbreaking, but captures the essence of both universes while providing an entertaining story that appeals to most ages. The artwork is amazing with amazing renditions of classic mashups. This book might not be award-winning, but it was a fun escape from the world and truly did answer the what if question.

Marvel & Disney: What If Donald Duck Became Wolverine #1 hit local comic shops on July 31, 2024 from Marvel Comics.