marvel universe black panther version 2 diorama

Marvel Universe Black Panther (Version 2) Diorama Statue

How hot is your Marvel Universe gallery? The Black Panther braves the flames to become the newest Black Panther (Version 2) Diorama Statue in the Marvel gallery line! Vaulting over the flaming wreckage of a car chase gone bad, T’Challa is sculpted and cast in opaque and translucent plastic for a realistic flame effect and featuring detailed sculpting and paint details. Black Panther is a fictional character and superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee with artist-coplotter Jack Kirby. The character first appeared 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.

T’Challa aka the Black Panther is the head of state for the African nation of Wakanda, the most technologically advanced country on Earth. In this role, he was the King/Chieftain, religious leader, and commander-in-chief all rolled into one. He was also considered among the top intellects in the world. Using Wakanda’s advanced Vibranium technology and his own abilities and fortune, he pledged his life to the service of all humankind. He would go on to become a prominent member of the Avengers, and eventually become leader of the team. 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 while he was in a coma 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 alternate versions of 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. Marvel Universe Black Panther (Version 2) Diorama Statue measures: 6 inches / 15 cm x 5 inches / 13 cm x 7 inches / 18 cm.