T'Challa's New Power! | Blood Hunt (2024)

Introduction

Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another thrilling episode where we delve into part three of the Black Panther Blood Hunt tie-in. Interestingly, this issue occurs before Blood Hunt Issue 4, even though it was published afterward. This timeline shift adds a layer of intrigue as we now get to understand why T'Challa did what he did. If you're enjoying these deep dives, make sure to drop a like, subscribe if you're new, and hit the notification bell so we can discuss it all together in the comments during the first hour of the video release.

T'Challa and the Atlantean Ruins

We pick up with T'Challa, now a vampire, right after he arrives at the Atlantean ruins with the help of the goddess Anuket. Blade, whose identity as Vet remains hidden then, directed T'Challa to find the Temple of V. Upon returning to Wakanda, T'Challa received assistance from Bast and Anuket to track and destroy this temple—a task that the gods themselves should have taken on eons ago.

However, as T'Challa arrives, he's immediately confronted by Atlantean soldiers. Despite his insistence that his presence doesn't signify aggression, the soldiers remain unyielding. The tension escalates when one of the soldiers puts his hand on T'Challa, who promptly takes them out using his new vampire powers. His powers include producing electricity, controlling water, and swimming with incredible speed—all thanks to drinking Anuket’s blood. After neutralizing the soldiers, T'Challa proceeds to the Temple of V.

Bast and Anuket's Tense Exchange

Meanwhile, Bast is confronted by Anuket, who returns with news of her task being complete, but that task didn't involve destroying Varet's Temple. An irritated Bast learns that Anuket only guided T'Challa and powered him up, believing that T'Challa was Bast's responsibility, not hers. The conversation reveals deeper rifts between the gods, ultimately leading Anuket to suggest that Bast might have to convince T'Challa to explore "uncharted waters" upon his return.

Flashback to Varet's Past

We then dive into a flashback showing the confrontation between Varet and Koku, Marvel's first vampire facing the God of War. The fight isn't even close; Koku decimates Varet. It's a clear message: Varet's plan to become a god is laughably out of reach compared to the actual power of a god. Still, Bast and other gods try to save Varet’s prisoners, many of whom have already turned into vampires. The fight only ends when Esu intervenes, throwing Varet aside and deciding to bury his temple underwater rather than destroying it.

T'Challa's Dilemma

Back in the present, T'Challa enters the Temple of the First Blasphemy, discovering ancient markings he can't decipher. When he accidentally bleeds on one, a voice offers him the chance to come "to the other side," a proposition T'Challa declines. Realizing the potential danger these dark forces hold, T'Challa uses the Impossible City to transport the temple and the darkness within it to Central Park in New York, hoping it'll serve as a weapon against Blade.

Conclusion and Healing

T'Challa's act of defiance comes at a cost, as he collapses, overwhelmed by the dark forces. When he wakes up, he finds himself back in Wakanda with Bast and Anuket, who administer the heart-shaped herb to combat his infection and slowly heal him.

Keywords

Black Panther Blood Hunt
T'Challa
Vampire T'Challa
Atlantean Ruins
Temple of V
Bast
Anuket
Varet
Koku
Esu
Impossible City
Central Park

FAQ

What is the main focus of this issue?

The main focus is on T'Challa, now a vampire, undertaking a mission to destroy the Temple of V with the help of Bast and Anuket.

Why did the Atlantean soldiers confront T'Challa?

They saw T'Challa's presence in Atlantean waters as an act of aggression, despite his insistence otherwise.

What new powers does T'Challa have?

After drinking Anuket’s blood, T'Challa gains abilities to produce electricity, control water, and swim at incredible speeds.

What was Anuket's role in this mission?

Anuket guided T'Challa to the temple and empowered him but did not take further responsibility for the mission.

What happens in the flashback involving Varet and Koku?

Koku, the God of War, swiftly defeats Varet, showing the power gap between gods and vampires.

How does T'Challa deal with the dark forces in the temple?

T'Challa uses the Impossible City to transport the temple and its darkness to Central Park, hoping it will hinder Blade.

What happens to T'Challa at the end of the issue?

T'Challa collapses but is taken back to Wakanda where Bast and Anuket administer the heart-shaped herb to heal him.

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