T'Challa: The Black Panther Appreciation 2021

[Dariel81]

Any preview pages for bp#24?

[Marvell2100]

Any preview pages for bp#24?

Nothing yet.

[Ekie]

Got a small response from the greatly underappreciated David Liss on tchalla in the MCU via Twitter

Liss: "The Black Panther film was undeniably great, but it only scratched the surface of T'Challa as a character. It seem like the challenge is finding a way to honor the character's depth and Boseman's memory at the same time."

Obviously nothing earth-shattering but imagine the effect all of Tchallas creators expressing his importance together would have even if it was a long term one.

As always David is invited to all the BBqs.

Just need Hudlin and Priest to say something.

[Dboi654]

Davis Liss is a GOAT.

He had to make due with what he had with T'Challa and created a compelling story arc for the character despite the change of environment

[Ekie]

Davis Liss is a GOAT.

Yes he is. He wrote Tchalla in one of the worst possible editorial situations the character has been placed and did so masterfully as far as characterization is concerned.

In Hells kitchen away from wakanda and away from bast filling in for Daredevil of all ppl. He really had to get a sense of who Tchalla was as a man and did his homework then put out some great stories w new characters who were actually interesting. It turned out to be a fantastic run.

[BlackClaw]

This is a random thought, but if Marvel got the confidence to try and bring one of their characters to Broadway again after the disaster that was Spider-Man: Turn off the dark, does anyone think a Black Panther Broadway musical could work? It could easily reach Lion King levels of success if they get the right people on it in my opinion.

[butterflykyss]

Any preview pages for bp#24?

I'm ready for it to drop. we will typically see them the thurs or fri the week before it is due to release.

[Vordan]

This is a random thought, but if Marvel got the confidence to try and bring one of their characters to Broadway again after the disaster that was Spider-Man: Turn off the dark, does anyone think a Black Panther Broadway musical could work? It could easily reach Lion King levels of success if they get the right people on it in my opinion.

I think it could although I also don’t see how to do it in any way that isn’t campy as hell.

[Ezyo1000]

Got a small response from the greatly underappreciated David Liss on tchalla in the MCU via Twitter

Liss: "The Black Panther film was undeniably great, but it only scratched the surface of T'Challa as a character. It seem like the challenge is finding a way to honor the character's depth and Boseman's memory at the same time."

Obviously nothing earth-shattering but imagine the effect all of Tchallas creators expressing his importance together would have even if it was a long term one.

As always David is invited to all the BBqs.

Just need Hudlin and Priest to say something.

bruh that needs to be retweeted amd highlighted like no other. People have had more time to grieve and have settled a little more over the Initial shock an are realizing how much that is a huge mistake to seal away T'Challa. Marvel needs to see that T'CHALLA, not Wakanda is bigger than anything else for the franchise. And I have nothing but respect for the King, Tchadwick, but this isnt what he would want to happen to the character

[chief12d]

Just finished the Tales of Wakanda anthology, I give it a 9.5/10. Outside the N’Yami story I was very impressed with the scope, themes, and characterization of the Black Panther mythos. Unlike Sins of the Father (which only had a handful of moments I really vibed with), this anthology really gave me hope that there are writers out there who understand what makes T’Challa fun and engaging. His stoic paranoia, the measured Utopianism, an undercurrent of arrogance, all brought together with slick writing and a genuine humanity. This isn’t a perfect T’Challa and it’s amazing to have that nuance, we see his flaws and his traumas on full display but what’s important is how he rises above them with wit and a pure kind of heroism. That’s what been missing from the comics, a willingness to embrace that in spite of his issues (like any hero should have), T’Challa should rise to the occasion as a somewhat better person.

And the take on Wakanda as a whole really blew me away. There are some *interesting* choices made with the lore, but overall you could tell everyone wanted to contribute something new while respecting what came before. Lots of concepts and history got introduced that I’d love to see brought into the comics. Same goes for the depiction of the wider cast of Wakanda. We got one of the best Shuri stories of the last few years in this book. I’m happy to say the Dora weren’t a source of annoyance or baseless criticism, but instead badass warriors who elevated rather than deconstructed the mythos. Kasper Cole continues to make the case for being the BP supporting character most in need of a comic resurgence. And we got some great lore on past BPs. A socially relevant set of stories without being too preachy or detracting from the action, plot, and most importantly, the characters. Hope these writers can do more work at Marvel and potentially build some experience in comics because they got the knowledge and the passion.

[Cville]

Just finished the Tales of Wakanda anthology, I give it a 9.5/10. Outside the N’Yami story I was very impressed with the scope, themes, and characterization of the Black Panther mythos. Unlike Sins of the Father (which only had a handful of moments I really vibed with), this anthology really gave me hope that there are writers out there who understand what makes T’Challa fun and engaging. His stoic paranoia, the measured Utopianism, an undercurrent of arrogance, all brought together with slick writing and a genuine humanity. This isn’t a perfect T’Challa and it’s amazing to have that nuance, we see his flaws and his traumas on full display but what’s important is how he rises above them with wit and a pure kind of heroism. That’s what been missing from the comics, a willingness to embrace that in spite of his issues (like any hero should have), T’Challa should rise to the occasion as a somewhat better person.

And the take on Wakanda as a whole really blew me away. There are some *interesting* choices made with the lore, but overall you could tell everyone wanted to contribute something new while respecting what came before. Lots of concepts and history got introduced that I’d love to see brought into the comics. Same goes for the depiction of the wider cast of Wakanda. We got one of the best Shuri stories of the last few years in this book. I’m happy to say the Dora weren’t a source of annoyance or baseless criticism, but instead badass warriors who elevated rather than deconstructed the mythos. Kasper Cole continues to make the case for being the BP supporting character most in need of a comic resurgence. And we got some great lore on past BPs. A socially relevant set of stories without being too preachy or detracting from the action, plot, and most importantly, the characters. Hope these writers can do more work at Marvel and potentially build some experience in comics because they got the knowledge and the passion.

The one thing I hope canonized is the Milton Davis story. It wasn't the best written but, spoilers:

the explanation of them creating an alloy with iron opens so many doors. It explains how it can be considered a versatile element without tuning it into a magic rock. And the trial and error process of how to make it safe dies the same.

end of spoilers
I messaged him and said I'll take a three book series. Lol.

[Anthony Shaw]

Got a small response from the greatly underappreciated David Liss on tchalla in the MCU via Twitter

Liss: "The Black Panther film was undeniably great, but it only scratched the surface of T'Challa as a character. It seem like the challenge is finding a way to honor the character's depth and Boseman's memory at the same time."

Obviously nothing earth-shattering but imagine the effect all of Tchallas creators expressing his importance together would have even if it was a long term one.

As always David is invited to all the BBqs.

Just need Hudlin and Priest to say something.

David Liss...the last great BP writer before RJ, imo. Such a long drought for a character between two writers.

[KingNomarch]

David Liss...the last great BP writer before RJ, imo. Such a long drought for a character between two writers.

How long ago hasn't been since Liss now? 11 years now? Way too long since I last enjoyed a BP series.

[Vordan]

I really hope this month’s solicits will finally tell us who’s next. Tired of waiting.

[Ekie]

I really hope this month’s solicits will finally tell us who’s next. Tired of waiting.

Same. My Panther-tied heart is ready to be happy again