Black Panther #2 "Who is the Black Panther?" pt. 2 (of 6)

Marvel Comics
Black Panther #2 "Who is the Black Panther?" pt. 2 (of 6)
By Kevin Scott
April 11, 2005 - 20:55

Marvel Comics
Writer(s): Reginald Hudlin
Penciller(s): John Romita Jr
Inker(s): Klaus Janson
Cover Artist(s): John Romita Jr
32 pp., color, $2.99

Black Panther #2

The N.S.A seem to have a problem……Wakanda……what’s the deal with “No Fly Zone” and secrecy!?! But while their putting a plan together, a contest is underway in the warrior kingdom.

The question you sometimes wonder with a new creative team is was the first issue a fluke. Well, after reading issue #2, the answer is a resounding HELL NO!!! As with #1 we get to take a look at Wakanda and this time, the focus is The Ritual! This is where anyone can try and become the new Black Panther. Hudlin ties this in real nicely with the White House scenes from the beginning and the transition throughout is done well. Klaw seems to be up to something and I’m definitely intrigued to find out who his friend is. Oh, did I mention we get a new B…. P…… :)

Everyone knows what a talent Romita Jr is, so he doesn’t have to prove himself, but with this book he’s really showing why he’s heralded as a superstar artist! The way he depicts the fights of the trial is fantastic. They have a fluidity that makes the reader feel the action and the flava runs through the whole issue. I can’t not mention the cover. I’ve said it before, but Essad Ribic is truly a superstar that no one knows about yet. It’s truly impressive, imagery & colour in perfect sync.

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