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Black Panther: The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda
Lost to time, space, and legend, Wakanda’s rightful king must answer the call of rebellion in this thrilling adaptation of Ta-Nehisi Coates’s acclaimed Black Panther run.
On Earth, Wakanda is a beacon of prosperity and a bastion of freedom. But across the expanse of space, thousands of lightyears away, lies another Wakanda. One that has grown to hold five galaxies in its iron grip. One that steals the memories of those it enslaves. One that has abandoned the values of its forebearers and seeks only the glory and power of empire.
Lost amongst unfamiliar stars, a man finds himself as the property of Emperor N’Jadaka. He knows not how he got there, who he is, or even his name. The only thing he does know, in his bones, is that he must fight the oppression that surrounds him. That drive for liberation leads him to the Maroons, a band of rebels determined to shatter the empire and restore the memories of the Nameless. When the man quickly proves his worth with an unparalleled skill for battle, the Maroons bestow on him a title of hope, promise, and responsibility: T’Challa.
As T’Challa’s reputation among the rebels and ordinary citizens spreads, whispers of hope begin to swirl. Could this be the true T’Challa of old, the Avenger? The One Who Put the Knife Where It Belonged? When all eyes turn to him, T’Challa must decide if he will embrace a future of responsibility as their savior or pursue the mystery of his true past.
On Earth, Wakanda is a beacon of prosperity and a bastion of freedom. But across the expanse of space, thousands of lightyears away, lies another Wakanda. One that has grown to hold five galaxies in its iron grip. One that steals the memories of those it enslaves. One that has abandoned the values of its forebearers and seeks only the glory and power of empire.
Lost amongst unfamiliar stars, a man finds himself as the property of Emperor N’Jadaka. He knows not how he got there, who he is, or even his name. The only thing he does know, in his bones, is that he must fight the oppression that surrounds him. That drive for liberation leads him to the Maroons, a band of rebels determined to shatter the empire and restore the memories of the Nameless. When the man quickly proves his worth with an unparalleled skill for battle, the Maroons bestow on him a title of hope, promise, and responsibility: T’Challa.
As T’Challa’s reputation among the rebels and ordinary citizens spreads, whispers of hope begin to swirl. Could this be the true T’Challa of old, the Avenger? The One Who Put the Knife Where It Belonged? When all eyes turn to him, T’Challa must decide if he will embrace a future of responsibility as their savior or pursue the mystery of his true past.
- GenresScience FictionComics
336 pages, Hardcover
First published April 29, 2025
About the author
Suyi Davies Okungbowa
31 books790 followersAlso known as Suyi Davies
Suyi Davies Okungbowa is an award-winning author of fantasy, science fiction and general speculative work. His latest books include Lost Ark Dreaming and The Nameless Republic epic fantasy trilogy ( Son of the Storm and Warrior of the Wind ). His debut godpunk novel David Mogo, Godhunter won the 2020 Nommo Award for Best Novel. His shorter works have appeared in various periodicals and anthologies and have been nominated for various awards. He also writes for younger audiences as Suyi Davies. He earned his MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona, and is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa.
Suyi Davies Okungbowa is an award-winning author of fantasy, science fiction and general speculative work. His latest books include Lost Ark Dreaming and The Nameless Republic epic fantasy trilogy ( Son of the Storm and Warrior of the Wind ). His debut godpunk novel David Mogo, Godhunter won the 2020 Nommo Award for Best Novel. His shorter works have appeared in various periodicals and anthologies and have been nominated for various awards. He also writes for younger audiences as Suyi Davies. He earned his MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona, and is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa.
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February 22, 2026
The first half of this book: absolutely excellent. The second half: not so much. I read somewhere that the comic series this book is based on was kind of the same; great intro, incredibly compelling plot, fun reimagining of beloved characters... for the story to then become just a bit overcomplicated. I'm not mad about it, though, I just don't think it fully stuck the landing. But The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda is such a cool setting. It felt like a fusion between Black Panther and Star Wars in a really good way. I do hope for more to come.
May 30, 2025
I need this story fully illustrated and continued with at least 3-5 more entries.
June 14, 2025
Having heard Suyi on Mike Burton’s Genuine Chit Chat Podcast, I knew I was going to be all in on this book. The book is amazing Highly recommend the book and the conversation. https://youtu.be/Bjf-H9CSHpk?feature=...
August 3, 2025
It's always fun to return to these Marvel worlds and characters in between films and to get more insight into the multiverse. A great read if you love the world of Wakanda.
September 17, 2025
I didn’t know what was going on most of the time, though that’s probably my own fault.
September 20, 2025
A great spin on the tail of wakanda
A really great book great Characters This book was really well written great characters Wakanda in space what could be better
A really great book great Characters This book was really well written great characters Wakanda in space what could be better
November 1, 2025
The cover is so amazing.
February 26, 2026
3.5 stars rounded
I had a good time with this one. i found it to be interesting even as the pacing fell off towards the middle, the storyline was still compelling enough to keep me invested.
I had a good time with this one. i found it to be interesting even as the pacing fell off towards the middle, the storyline was still compelling enough to keep me invested.
Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews