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Black Panther (2016) (Single Issues)
Nation Under Our Feet: Part 5
T'Challa declares war on Tetu's rebels, orchestrates raids on their hideouts, and deals with the aftermath of a leaked counterrevolution council; Shuri's spirit travels through the Djalia with a griot in the form of Ramonda. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.
24 pages, Library Binding
First published August 10, 2016
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Ta-Nehisi Coates
286 books17.3k followersTa-Nehisi Coates is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Between the World and Me, a finalist for the National Book Award. A MacArthur "Genius Grant" fellow, Coates has received the National Magazine Award, the Hillman Prize for Opinion and Analysis Journalism, and the George Polk Award for his Atlantic cover story "The Case for Reparations." He lives in New York with his wife and son.
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August 18, 2016
So, more talk ensues, as Coates has T’Challa meet with a group of advisors on what to do about the rebellion in Wakanda, That’s basically it. His sister spirit journeys through The Djalia, too.
But Coates has a new artist, Chris Sprouse for the second arc—A sword for Lions, which will be about the final days of the kingdom of Wakanda! I like his art better, more vibrant somehow. So let them do something already. Bring it on!
But Coates has a new artist, Chris Sprouse for the second arc—A sword for Lions, which will be about the final days of the kingdom of Wakanda! I like his art better, more vibrant somehow. So let them do something already. Bring it on!
February 5, 2017
T'Challa called in help, in the form of Eden Fessi aka Manifold, to defend against people who were bombing Wakanda.
I said I wouldn't be reading this again in single issues and I thought maybe just maybe I had it wrong so I tried again. It's clear my initial choice was the correct one. We all make mistakes sometimes. In this issue everyone talks incessantly and barely anyone does anything...so it's basically the same as the previous issues.
I said I wouldn't be reading this again in single issues and I thought maybe just maybe I had it wrong so I tried again. It's clear my initial choice was the correct one. We all make mistakes sometimes. In this issue everyone talks incessantly and barely anyone does anything...so it's basically the same as the previous issues.
December 4, 2017
Start of the second mini arc finds Panther reluctantly meeting with the heads of the secret police of various oppressor nations for ways to put down the rebellion in his midst. It's intriguing and leaves the reader wondering how far Panther will go. The middle section of the issue is muddled mysticism featuring Panther's sister Shuri. But the book ends on a strong point by getting back to the "will he/won't he?" question.
September 10, 2016
10 Things I Liked About Black Panther #5
1. "I am Damisa-sakri. And there is no escape. Not for my enemies. Not for my people. Not for my mother. Not for me. So much rage. So much hate. I must master all of it. I must not let it master me."
2. Slight Avenger's crossover. I don't know much about Manifold, but I already like him. T'Challa needs a bro.
3. "These men are Wakandan, even in rebellion. Pride in their nation was everything to them. And when the Golden City fell, they fell with it. Now they fashion their very bodies into living bombs, for they measure their lives in the blood of others. I know what haunts them-- shame, hate, rage. I know what shall save them. The Golden City fell. But Wakanda has not yet died."
4. Kudos to Ta-Nehisi Coates for emphasizing the political side of this stories and comparing T'Challa's kingdom to other more unsavory regimes. I love the council meeting of "counterrevolutionary minds" because it feels so real in a comic book universe. I can image a meeting like this happening.
5. T'Challa's thoughts on ruling: "If he could se me here, S'yan would remind me that the handlers of these men are dictators, despots, and strongmen. That their peace is the peace of the dead. I am a king. And while they derive their power from gun barrels, I derive mine from a god. Some days I wake up actually believing this. And every day I wake up knowing my people must believe this."
6. Shuri's journey. At first I thought this was a dumb plot-line, but I am slowly getting more interested. Plus, that part includes this line: "Either you are a nation , or you are nothing."
7. T'Challa's scene with Kwabena Ware, the prisoner they captured who still had a bombed. I love how this really humanized T'Challa and showed the love and duty he feels towards his people and the weight of the failures he carries. Also, great perspective on the country and terrorism from Kwabena, who has lost and so turned to hate.
8. Tetu and Stane are causing shit again. I should have seen that coming. Also, white people are kind of dumb. This is just an observation based on evidence in a few of the panels here.
9. Midnight Angels! Not enough of them in this issue.
10. The last page is devastating, and I can't wait for the next issue to see what the repercussions actually are.
1. "I am Damisa-sakri. And there is no escape. Not for my enemies. Not for my people. Not for my mother. Not for me. So much rage. So much hate. I must master all of it. I must not let it master me."
2. Slight Avenger's crossover. I don't know much about Manifold, but I already like him. T'Challa needs a bro.
3. "These men are Wakandan, even in rebellion. Pride in their nation was everything to them. And when the Golden City fell, they fell with it. Now they fashion their very bodies into living bombs, for they measure their lives in the blood of others. I know what haunts them-- shame, hate, rage. I know what shall save them. The Golden City fell. But Wakanda has not yet died."
4. Kudos to Ta-Nehisi Coates for emphasizing the political side of this stories and comparing T'Challa's kingdom to other more unsavory regimes. I love the council meeting of "counterrevolutionary minds" because it feels so real in a comic book universe. I can image a meeting like this happening.
5. T'Challa's thoughts on ruling: "If he could se me here, S'yan would remind me that the handlers of these men are dictators, despots, and strongmen. That their peace is the peace of the dead. I am a king. And while they derive their power from gun barrels, I derive mine from a god. Some days I wake up actually believing this. And every day I wake up knowing my people must believe this."
6. Shuri's journey. At first I thought this was a dumb plot-line, but I am slowly getting more interested. Plus, that part includes this line: "Either you are a nation , or you are nothing."
7. T'Challa's scene with Kwabena Ware, the prisoner they captured who still had a bombed. I love how this really humanized T'Challa and showed the love and duty he feels towards his people and the weight of the failures he carries. Also, great perspective on the country and terrorism from Kwabena, who has lost and so turned to hate.
8. Tetu and Stane are causing shit again. I should have seen that coming. Also, white people are kind of dumb. This is just an observation based on evidence in a few of the panels here.
9. Midnight Angels! Not enough of them in this issue.
10. The last page is devastating, and I can't wait for the next issue to see what the repercussions actually are.
September 10, 2016
This was the strongest issue of the series so far for me. Coates has openly admitted his Black Panther is thin on the fights and action. Coates is also a work in progess with pacing of a comic book, but he is such a talented writer, I knew he'd figure it out. Anyway, plots started to coalesce for me, and the writing which has always been strong, really really resonated this issue.
September 18, 2016
I just cannot get into this thing. It's bizarre because I really like what Aquaman is doing with politics, but can't get into this when I know it's more complex. Perhaps it's the wordiness or the fact that every issue seems to repeat the same points. Giving it one more.
August 18, 2016
getting into the nitty gritty details now. not that much action, but the story is starting to move towards the climax.
August 22, 2016
"Either you are a nation, or you are nothing."
February 1, 2017
So brilliant and wonderful. This series keeps getting better and better!
November 15, 2016
when the white Man screw up everything you build.. ugh.. so this twist was unexpected
November 16, 2016
Awesome sauce ('^')
February 14, 2017
Always one of my favorites, glad he's finally getting some shine!
March 9, 2017
This is some good story telling. I find myself enthralled in the story. There are plenty of thought provoking scenes that made me want to google some things. I'm looking forward to reading more.
November 8, 2020
The heartbreak of civil war.
Good color artwork. One of three hundred comics marvel gave out on national read a book day, Sept six. This would be easier to review if it was 32 pages. T'challa must harden his heart during this civil war, he always wanted to be a hero, not a king. He must rule the people, or watch Wakanda die. Tetu, zenzi and stane are gathering strength by promoting destruction.
Good color artwork. One of three hundred comics marvel gave out on national read a book day, Sept six. This would be easier to review if it was 32 pages. T'challa must harden his heart during this civil war, he always wanted to be a hero, not a king. He must rule the people, or watch Wakanda die. Tetu, zenzi and stane are gathering strength by promoting destruction.
September 17, 2020
Good Read
This is a good story and the best issue thus far. I found myself all into the story, its getting better and better. Storyline moving right along, so on to the next issue. Good job Ta-Nehisi Coates.
This is a good story and the best issue thus far. I found myself all into the story, its getting better and better. Storyline moving right along, so on to the next issue. Good job Ta-Nehisi Coates.
July 28, 2017
It was much better than the first one in the series.
September 5, 2018
I have all ready revised this story line. Let's just say. Please go read all about wakanda and the adventures of this super hero!
September 6, 2018
A great edition to the Black Panther comic series.
September 26, 2019
It was a very descriptive visual novel i really enjoyed it
September 25, 2021
I guess with Coates' take, you have to get used to there being a lot of talking. Some of it is pretty important, but I can understand why it's tough for some to get into the series.
April 3, 2022
I’m really loving this series rn and can’t wait to see where it goes.
Low 9.8
Low 9.8
February 4, 2017
3.5 stars. i find this story is still kinda confusing?! but this issue was much more clear than the others have been!!
February 7, 2017
Reviews Issues #1-7
In issues one through seven and we see things get seriously, seriously awesome, tense, and so politically complicated.
I've often said it's very challenging to properly write a character like T’Challa. As both a hero to the world and ruler of a country, it’s hard to write a character that as a leader can put his country above all, while simultaneously championing for the world.
In this story arc, T’Challa is now in Wakanda and he is facing a lot of social upheaval. The country that was once impenetrable and conflict proof is facing some homegrown problems that with some outside help are attempting to overthrow the peace that Wakanda strives to continue to enjoy.
Combining a great story and coupling it with incredible art make Black Panther a must read.
Rating 4.5 out of 5
Read@Book
In issues one through seven and we see things get seriously, seriously awesome, tense, and so politically complicated.
I've often said it's very challenging to properly write a character like T’Challa. As both a hero to the world and ruler of a country, it’s hard to write a character that as a leader can put his country above all, while simultaneously championing for the world.
In this story arc, T’Challa is now in Wakanda and he is facing a lot of social upheaval. The country that was once impenetrable and conflict proof is facing some homegrown problems that with some outside help are attempting to overthrow the peace that Wakanda strives to continue to enjoy.
Combining a great story and coupling it with incredible art make Black Panther a must read.
Rating 4.5 out of 5
Read@Book
Read
April 20, 2018really enjoying this series. the writing is absolutely beautiful and so is the art. t'challa's balancing act of private and political/public/kingdom is fascinating to read, and I do enjoy the spiritual elements too. I love the queen mother's prominent role. love her.
Read
September 4, 2018This was not the finest issue in this Black Panther series.
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