Black Panther

Black Panther is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Fantastic Four #52 in July 1966. Black Panther's real name is T'Challa, and he is the king and protector of Wakanda, a fictional technologically advanced African nation that possesses the rare metal vibranium. T'Challa is not only a brilliant leader with expertise in science and technology, but also a highly trained warrior with enhanced fighting abilities. He relies on Wakanda's advanced technology, including his vibranium suit, as well as his superhuman abilities gained through ritualistic means, to combat his enemies. In the Marvel Universe, Black Panther has been a member of the Avengers. The character is the first Black superhero in mainstream American comics and an early example of the Afrofuturist aesthetic. He has appeared in various television shows, animated films, and video games. Actor Chadwick Boseman portrayed Black Panther in several films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including Captain America: Civil War, Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame. Following his death, Letitia Wright took on the mantle of Black Panther in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.