"THE INTERGALACTIC EMPIRE OF WAKANDA: THE GATHERING OF MY NAME" Part 2
For years, the Maroons have lain dormant, planning the next stage of their rebellion. At last, it is time to strike - with a treasure hunt for unstable Vibranium! And with the Black Panther once again in their ranks, they're certain of victory. But what will victory cost? When the chips are down, will the Maroons rise to heroism, or are they doomed by the trauma of their past?
Rated T
Coates and Walker are a match made in Aaru. Whereas the previous (and returning) series artist Daniel Acua crafted an beautifully kinetic, ultra-sleek sci-fi opera wrapped in a dreamy haze, Walker endows his pages with smooth, rounded linework that gives the quiet moments a profound emotionality, while the action scenes erupt with powerful, economic precision. Thus far, "The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda" continues to be a beautifully written and drawn storyline that will cement Coates' legacy as one of the most poignant Black Panther tales with the likes of Priest and Hudlin. Highly recommended as always. Read Full Review
Ta-Nehisi Coates and Kev Walker have crafted a near-perfect short story within the larger arc. The way Coates has crafted T'Challa's journey has been brilliant, highlighting both what makes him a hero and a good king " and how, just maybe, those traits don't quite have to be in as much conflict as they were before. Read Full Review
The end result, from the nuanced writing to the gorgeous art, is honestly wonderful. Read Full Review
Kev Walkers art is amazing. The characters are given great depth of emotion on their faces and the issue has some impressive visual details throughout, especially in the backgrounds. Read Full Review
Black Panther #8 is the best issue since #1and I cannot wait to see where the story leads the readers! Read Full Review
This is a quick story with great art and best of all, shows the reader the hero that seemed to be missing a bit from this series. I am still waiting for bigger answers to the overall story before I can be convinced to suggest to others, but this is a good first step. Read Full Review
Great action and drama
This one hit home for me, powerful work.
I really enjoyed this issue. I thought it was really well done and poignant. T'Challa is being the king he is supposed to be: Protecting his people even if it costs him and the rebels in the process. It's another step towards T'Challa finding his identity again, and what better time for that than on a ship filled with people who will soon be mindwiped?
An action vignette shows T'Challa disobeying orders when the opportunity to liberate a shipload of the Empire's latest slaves presents itself. Undeniably short but also undeniably powerful thanks to the intensity and focus of both words and art.
I still like this comic and I am excited for where it’s going. Proud of you, T’Challa.
Add some gameplay between cuts and the dialogue will feel right at home.