19 Years Ago, Marvel Revealed the Real Secret Behind Wolverine’s Healing Factor
PUBLISHED Tuesday, March 10, 2026 · justin epps
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- ⬤ Marvel revealed that Wolverine's healing factor is not just due to adamantium claws or gamma radiation, but also to a rare genetic condition called accelerative telomerase.
- ⬤ This condition allows his cells to regenerate rapidly and indefinitely, making him virtually immortal.
- ⬤ This explains why Wolverine has been able to survive for decades with no discernible signs of aging.
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