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Creation & Design

Shuri was created by writer Reginald Hudlin and artist John Romita Jr. and first appeared in 'Black Panther' in 2005. She was designed to be a strong female character who could stand alongside her brother, T'Challa.

Early Years

Shuri was introduced as the younger sister of T'Challa, the Black Panther, and quickly became a fan-favorite character known for her intelligence and combat skills.

Character Development

Over the years, Shuri has evolved from a supporting character to a central figure in the Marvel Universe, known for her intelligence, strength, and leadership qualities.

Cultural Reception

Shuri has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her intelligence and representation as a strong female character in the Marvel Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Shuri
First Appearance:
Black Panther #2
Aliases:
Princess of Wakanda, Black Panther
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Avengers, Wakandan Royal Family, Dora Milaje
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert martial artist, Master tactician, Enhanced agility
Equipment:
Vibranium technology, Black Panther suit
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Black Panther #2
Marvel ⋅ 2005
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Black Panther #2
 
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1st appearance of Shuri, T'Challa's sister and future Black Panther

1st appearance of S'yan, the uncle of T'Challa who held the throne after T'Chaka's assassination

Black Panther #4
Marvel ⋅ 2005
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Black Panther #4
 
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2nd appearance of Shuri

Black Panther #5
Marvel ⋅ 2005
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Black Panther #5
 
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3rd appearance of Shuri

Black Panther Annual #1
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Black Panther Annual #1
 
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First in-story cameo appearance of Shuri as the Black Panther, in a futuristic, alternate reality

Marvel Previews #64
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Marvel Previews #64
 
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Back cover preview of Shuri as the Black Panther, predating the 2009 Black Panther series

Marvel Previews is a solicitation catalog of upcoming comic books that retailers used to create their weekly orders. Some still do but the process has mostly moved online

New Avengers #49
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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New Avengers #49
 
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Partial appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn (Iron Patriot), Noh-Varr (Captain Marvel), Daken (Wolverine), Moonstone (Ms. Marvel), Ares, Sentry and Bullseye (Hawkeye)

Dark Avengers appear briefly on television

Six-page preview of Black Panther #1 (2009) with J. Scott Campbell cover of Shuri in the Black Panther costume - preview art also appeared in Preview Catalog #64 and Young Guns Sketchbook '09

Black Panther #1
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Black Panther #1
 
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1st cover appearance of Shuri as the Black Panther

Shuri does not fully appear in the interior pages until Black Panther #5 (2009) but she does appear as Black Panther in cameo in an alternate reality in Black Panther Annual #1 (2008)

Black Panther #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Variant wraparound cover art by Ken Lashley

Black Panther #1
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Variant cover at by J. Scott Campbell

Black Panther #5
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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1st appearance of Shuri as the Black Panther, in-story

Previously appeared in the Black Panther costume on the cover of Black Panther #1 (2009)

Black Panther #7
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Black Panther #7
 
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Variant cover art by Ken Lashley

70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame

Black Panther #12
Marvel ⋅ 2010
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Black Panther #12
 
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Prelude to the six-issue limited series Doomwar

Klaws of the Panther #1
1:10 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2010
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Variant cover art by Stephaie Hans

Black Panther #11
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Black Panther #11
 
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First battle of Shuri and Namor

Captain America: Sam Wilson #12
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Captain America: Sam Wilson #12
 
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Variant cover art by Tula Lotay

A-Force #8
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2016
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A-Force #8
 
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Variant cover art by Rahzzah featuring Shuri

Black Panther #167
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Origin of Wakanda, the history of the land before it was named Wakanda

Shuri #1
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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First solo titled series featuring Shuri

There is a 2010 four-issue limited series titled Klaws of the Panther that features Shuri as the Black Panther vs Klaw (hence the name of the title) which is different than this issue as the first 'Shuri' titled series

Shuri #1
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Variant cover art by Travis Charest

Shuri #2
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Second issue of Shuri's first solo titled series

Shuri #2
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Variant cover art by Afua Richardson

Shuri #1
1:10 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Variant cover art by Carlos Pacheco

Shuri #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Variant cover art by Skottie Young

Shuri #2
Photo Cover ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Variant movie still cover art

Shuri #2
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Second printing, gray background

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Shuri #6
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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1st appearance of Collision, a young kid armed with high-tech gloves of unknown capabilities

First meeting of Miles Morales and Shuri

Shuri #3
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Second printing, gray background

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Shuri #8
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Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Shuri resumes the Black Panther mantle

Ironheart #9
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Ironheart #9
 
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First meeting of Shuri and Ironheart

Black Panther #1
Store Exclusive ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2021
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Black Panther #1
 
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Variant cover art by David Nakayama

Black Panther #4
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Black Panther #4
 
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Variant cover art by Stephanie Hans

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