Marvel Comics Presents #85

Marvel Comics Presents #85 was published in September 1991 as part of an anthology series that served as a platform for experimental storytelling and secondary character spotlights. This specific issue is historically significant for featuring the first installment of the Weapon X story arc, written and illustrated by Barry Windsor-Smith. The arc is widely regarded as a definitive origin story for Wolverine, stripping away the mystery surrounding the character's past to reveal the brutal scientific process behind his adamantium skeleton.

Barry Windsor-Smith's contribution to the issue is noted for its departure from traditional superhero house styles, utilizing a gritty, intricate aesthetic that underscored the psychological and physical trauma of the Weapon X program. The artistic direction was intended to evoke a cold, clinical atmosphere, contrasting sharply with the bombastic tone typical of 1990s Marvel titles. The story was received with considerable acclaim, eventually becoming a cornerstone of Marvel's lore and influencing subsequent adaptations of the character across various media.