Why Black Panther Doesn't Want To Be King of Wakanda
Warning: contains spoilers for Black Panther #7!
Marvel's Black Panther may rule over Wakanda with a benevolent reign, but the King no longer has the desire to sit upon the throne. Wakanda is an absolute monarchy and has been for generations — and while such dedication to an old system of government is admirable, it is also a sign that the country's main weakness (aside from their over-reliance on the precious metal vibranium) is stagnation in the face of a changing world. Now in Black Panther #7, in the midst of Wakanda slowly becoming a democracy, Black Panther has decided he no longer wishes to rule the country that is his birthright.
While T'Challa was always destined to rule (being the firstborn son of King T'Chaka), the mantle of king was thrust upon him earlier than expected. A man named Ulysses Klaw, in search of Wakanda's precious vibranium, invaded and eventually assassinated King T'Chaka, meaning T'Challa inherited his duties before his time. T'Challa was supremely educated by the greatest teachers in both Wakanda and outside countries, and while he always has his homeland's best interests at heart, he has nevertheless made plenty of mistakes.
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In Black Panther #7, written by John Ridley with art by Stefano Landini, Black Panther's allies meet to discuss exactly how he will take back the throne from the most recent coup. All assembled, including Storm of the X-Men and Princess Shuri, ask T'Challa exactly how he will restore order — and how this time will be different. «Because I'm not asking you to restore me to the throne,» T'Challa responds.«Whatever the final outcome of this battle, I will never again claim to be your King. I do not
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