Marvel have released a new book all about the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it could shed some light on elements inBlack Panther 2. The book, titledThe Wakanda Files: A Technological Exploration of the Avengers, details what T’Challa’s sister, Shuri, has been up to since the events ofAvengers: Endgame, revealing that she has been attempting to recreate the powers of Wakanda’s mysterious Heart-Shaped Herb.
For those who may have forgotten, the Heart-Shaped Herb is what is given to whoever takes on the duties ofBlack Pantherand gifts them with super-human powers similar to that ofCaptain America, including increased speed, agility and strength. Sadly, ErikKillmongerdestroys the entire supply of the herb during the events of the 2018 record-breaking movie, meaning that no one else can acquire the powers needed to defend Wakanda.
Well, it sounds likeShurihas decided to take matters into her own hands and has begun studying the properties of the Heart-Shaped Herb in an attempt to create a synthetic version and thereby continue theBlack Pantherlegacy. The book goes on to reveal that Shuri is even considering adding vibranium, the same indestructible metal thatBlack Panther’ssuit and Cap’s shield are made of, to her synthetic creation as well. Recreating the power of the herb, as well as adding vibranium into the mix, sounds like a daunting task, but, if anyone can do it, it’s Shuri.
While we don’t know for sure, it is possible that Shuri’s research will be used in the upcomingBlack Panther 2in order for someone else to take on the mantle following the tragic loss of actor and star Chadwick Boseman.
Chadwick Boseman tragically passed awayon August 28 at the age of 43. The star of such movies as42andDa 5 Bloodshad been secretly battling colon cancer for the last four years and died surrounded by his wife and family.
Of course, progress on the Marvel sequel has stalled so that the cast and crew can mourn Boseman’s passing, with Letitia Wright, who plays Shuri on screen, recently asked about the status ofBlack Panther 2. “We’re juststill mourningChad, so it’s not something I even want to think about,” she said. “The thought of doing it without him is kinda strange. We’re just grieving at the moment, so it’s trying to find the light in the midst of it.”
Ryan Coogler will return to write and directBlack Panther 2, with the director planning for the sequel to show T’Challa growing as a king, since his reign only began recently. Following Chadwick Boseman’s death, Coogler stated that he had been unaware of the actor’s struggle, and that he had “spent the last year preparing, imagining and writing words for him to say [in the sequel], that we weren’t destined to see”.
Many fans believe that, much like the comic book, Letitia Wright’s hyper-intelligent Shuri will take over the responsibility ofBlack Panther, though currently it is unclear whether or not this will be the case.Black Panther 2is currently scheduled to be released on July 10, 2025. This comes to us courtesy ofSyFy.
