Marvel has been creating a buzz around the launch of “Ultimate Black Panther,” a series scripted by Bryan Edward Hill and illustrated by Stefano Casselli. The most recent preview discloses an unexpected twist in T’Challa’s love life, breaking away from the established narrative in the primary Marvel Universe (616). While Storm was previously married to Black Panther in the main continuity, in the Ultimate line, she is portrayed as being paired with Killmonger. Killmonger, traditionally a villain, is reimagined as a freedom-fighting hero opposing Moon Knight.
In the Ultimate Universe, T’Challa is disclosed to be married to Okoye, the Former General of the Dora Milaje, a departure from the MCU where he was associated with Nakia. The unexpected twist in T’Challa’s romantic storyline has sparked intrigue among fans, especially as Marvel chose to reveal this significant plot point in a pre-release preview.
Writer Bryan Hill expressed his excitement about the creative possibilities in an interview, citing influences from Black Panther comics, the films by Ryan Coogler, and Frank Herbert’s worldbuilding in Dune. He promised a storyline that people won’t expect but will appreciate.
“Ultimate Black Panther #1” is set to hit comic book stands on February 7, featuring a bold new take on the character and the nation of Wakanda, confronting the forces of Moon Knight in the aftermath of “Ultimate Invasion.” The creative collaboration between Hill and Casselli promises an epic storytelling experience that diverges from expectations.
