WithCaptain America: Civil War, the revered comic book character has finally made his cinematic debut.

T’Challa isn’t just a fascinating character, he’s a culturally important one.

He was a hit.

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But if being compared to Batman is a compliment, it actually undersells Black Panther.

For one thing, he’s way richer.

And unlike Bruce Wayne, he has superpowers, including enhanced agility, speed, strength, and endurance.

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ScreenwritersChristopher MarkusandStephen McFeelyembedded his origin story in the film’s greater story.

WithBlack Pantheralso comes Wakanda, the fascinating fictional North African nation that T’Challa rules as king.

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