Shuri
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
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
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2005
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Vol. 4
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
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
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2005
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Vol. 4
2nd appearance of Shuri
Black Panther #5
Marvel
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2005
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Vol. 4
3rd appearance of Shuri
Black Panther Annual #1
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
First in-story cameo appearance of Shuri as the Black Panther, in a futuristic, alternate reality
First in-story cameo appearance of Shuri as the Black Panther, in a futuristic, alternate reality
Marvel Previews #64
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
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
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
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2009
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Vol. 1
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
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
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2009
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Vol. 5
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)
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)
Variant wraparound cover art by Ken Lashley
Variant cover at by J. Scott Campbell
Black Panther #5
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 5
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)
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)
Variant cover art by Ken Lashley
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Variant cover art by Ken Lashley
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Black Panther #12
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 5
Prelude to the six-issue limited series Doomwar
Variant cover art by Stephaie Hans
Black Panther #11
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 5
First battle of Shuri and Namor
Variant cover art by Tula Lotay
Variant cover art by Rahzzah featuring Shuri
Black Panther #167
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
Origin of Wakanda, the history of the land before it was named Wakanda
Origin of Wakanda, the history of the land before it was named Wakanda
Shuri #1
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
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
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
Variant cover art by Travis Charest
Shuri #2
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
Second issue of Shuri's first solo titled series
Variant cover art by Afua Richardson
Variant cover art by Carlos Pacheco
Variant cover art by Skottie Young
Variant movie still cover art
Second printing, gray background
Copies ordered by retailers: 996
Shuri #6
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Collision, a young kid armed with high-tech gloves of unknown capabilities
First meeting of Miles Morales and Shuri
1st appearance of Collision, a young kid armed with high-tech gloves of unknown capabilities
First meeting of Miles Morales and Shuri
Second printing, gray background
Copies ordered by retailers: 788
Shuri #8
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
Shuri resumes the Black Panther mantle
Ironheart #9
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Shuri and Ironheart
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