Marvel Black Panther Rules!

Follow the Black Panther's challenges to become a warrior king and one of Earth's mightiest heroes.

What does it take to rule a great nation? How does King T'Challa, the Black Panther, become the strongest and swiftest man in all Wakanda? And why does he join the mighty Avengers, fighting alongside Captain America, Iron Man, the Hulk, Thor, Spider-Man and Captain Marvel? Well, Black Panther Rules! spills the beans on all this and more.

Featuring fun doodles, gorgeous art from the Black Panther and Avengers style guides, and lively, humorous text, Black Panther Rules! will enthrall even the most reluctant young reader. Learn how the Black Panther gains his amazing powers from a terrible-tasting herb. Discover the tough challenges he must face to become King of Wakanda. Marvel at the incredible inventions his annoyingly super-smart sister Shuri creates to protect them and their people. Find out how an alien meteor made the kingdom of Wakanda one of the most powerful and secretive nations in the world.

The perfect gift for young fans of Marvel Comics and Super Heroes, Marvel: Black Panther Rules! is an exciting, playful and fact-filled journey into the wondrous world of the Black Panther - and shows you what it takes to be a hero!

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs