Black Panther's New Costume Might Be His Coolest Design of All Time (2024)

With the latest Marvel/Predator crossover, Black Panther is getting an impressive new costume, debuting in Predator vs. Black Panther #1. The suit mirrors many of the hero's past suits, maintaining a very traditional design. However, it has a few stand-out details that elevate it from Black Panther's basic look, adding extra dimension to the iconic hero suit.

Predator vs. Black Panther #1 has the creative team of Benjamin Percy, Chris Allen, and Ken Lashley. The series will mark the first crossover between the titular hero and the Yautja. Given the warrior nature of both primary characters, this match-up could prove to be very suspenseful and intriguing.

20th Century Fox's iconic extraterrestrial hunter has already had the chance to go toe-to-toe with Wolverine in Predator vs. Wolverine (2023). Following the interaction with the X-Men headliner, the Yautja will now face off against one of Marvel's greatest warriors.

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Black Panther Will Be Settling a Family Feud for the Yautja

Predator vs. Black Panther #1 is setting up what could be one of Marvel's biggest comic match-ups of the year. Predators are known for their hunting ability and ferocity, while the Black Panther is a skilled and honorable warrior. Both have impressive histories and lore that have shaped their warrior lifestyles. However, the Yautja are also known for their brutal violence in the hunt, which the Black Panther does not employ. Nonetheless, Wakanda's technology could prove extremely beneficial in the Marvel hero's upcoming fight for survival. The synopsis for the debut issue is as follows:

WAKANDA... IS PREY? You saw the Marvel Universe's most tenacious mutant go up against one of the greatest killing machines in history in PREDATOR VS. WOLVERINE - and survive. Now the planet Earth lives on in Predator lore... a planet full of the most exhilarating prey they could imagine! And the strongest weapons in the Multiverse are in their sights. When a young Predator with something to prove comes for Wakanda's vibranium, the Black Panther faces an enemy whose resources rival those of his great nation. Who will prove stronger? Benjamin Percy teams up with Stormbreaker artist Chris Allen to pit king against king in a bloody new series!

The preview for Predator vs Black Panther #1 reveals the drama within a Yautja family ahead of a hunt, as well as a team of Wakandan warriors during an exercise. It also shows a glimpse of the Black Panther's current look for the series, which is a stand-out costume for the hero. Instead of having a fully modern sleek design for the Wakandan hero, Black Panther will have a slightly older look, featuring a small cape with modern details. The detailing on the claws and mask is also notable, adding visual layers to the classic costume.

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The return of Black Panther's cape is reminiscent of Azzuri's time in the mantle. The grandfather of T'Challa, Azzuri had a long cape during his comic team-up with Captain America. The outfit present in Predator vs. Black Panther, however, has a much shorter cape and also has some potential vibranium upgrades with metallic cuffs and a belt that could give the hero the power-up he needs to successfully fight his titular foe. With Earth now having a reputation among the Predators, some of Earth's mightiest heroes could eventually find themselves as similar targets for the alien warriors. Black Panther's new costume might be critical in defeating the Yautja in their latest hunt.

Predator vs. Black Panther #1 will be available August 21 from Marvel.

Predator vs. Black Panther #1 (2024)
	Writer: Benjamin Percy Artist: Chris Allen Cover Artist: Ken Lashley