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Black Panther is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Jack Kirby, first appearing in Fantastic Four #52 (cover-dated July 1966) in the Silver Age of Comic Books. Black Panther's real name is T'Challa, and he is depicted as the king and protector of the fictional African nation of Wakanda. Along with possessing enhanced abilities achieved through ancient Wakandan rituals of drinking the essence of the heart-shaped herb, T'Challa also relies on his proficiency in science, rigorous physical training, hand-to-hand combat skills, and access to wealth and advanced Wakandan technology to combat his enemies. Black Panther is the first superhero of African descent in mainstream American comics, having debuted years before early black superheroes such as Marvel Comics' the Falcon (1969), Luke Cage (1972), and Blade (1973) or DC Comics' John Stewart in the role of Green Lantern (1971). In one comic book storyline, the Black Panther mantle is handled by Kasper Cole, a multiracial New York City police officer. Beginning as an impersonator, Cole would later take on the moniker of White Tiger and become an ally to T'Challa. The role of Black Panther and leadership of Wakanda was also given to T'Challa's sister Shuri for a short time. Black Panther has made numerous appearances in various television shows, animated films and video games. Chadwick Boseman portrayed the character in Phase Three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's films: Captain America: Civil War (2016), Black Panther (2018), Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019), and voiced the character in the first season of the animated series What If...? (2021). In 2011, Black Panther was ranked 51st overall on IGN's "Top 100 Comic Books Heroes" list.
Black Panther (Marvel)
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After a vibranium-rich meteorite fell on its territory, Wakanda became an extremely advanced nation, developing technologies far beyond the imagination of the rest of the world. To protect its secrets, the country lives hidden under the guise of a poor and isolated nation, protected by an invisible barrier that separates it from the outside world. In the present day, King T'Chaka debates with the council the possibility of opening Wakanda's borders to the world, facing resistance from those who wish to preserve the kingdom's traditions. However, the discussion is interrupted when the mercenary and arms dealer Ulysses Klaw invades and assassinates the king. With his father's death, T'Challa is forced to assume the throne sooner than expected. While Klaw is hunted by White Wolf, the king's adopted son, T'Challa must prove his worth as a ruler and warrior, officially becoming the new Black Panther. At the same time, a new threat emerges: M’Baku, leader of the Jabari tribe, who desires to conquer the throne and transform Wakanda into an aggressive military power, breaking with its traditions. After being defeated by T’Challa in the ritual combat for the throne, M’Baku finds Klaw wounded and hiding in the forest. In exchange for help in taking Wakanda, he decides to protect T’Chaka’s assassin. Now, T’Challa will have to fight to defend his kingdom, his beliefs, and his family’s legacy, while discovering what kind of king he wants to be and what the future of Wakanda will be.
