A Marvel surprised fans by announcing a new addition to its cinematic universe: the animated series ‘Eyes of Wakanda’.
After the resounding success of two films dedicated to King T’Challa, which together grossed $2.2 billion at the box office, the studio decided to expand the borders of Wakanda with an exclusive project for the streaming service. Disney+.
The reveal of this new series happened in an unusual way during the preview of the second season of the animation ‘What If…?’ on December 11, as reported by the website ComicBook.
The title, ‘Eyes of Wakanda’, had not been mentioned in Marvel’s previously released release schedule, which added an element of surprise to the news.
Animation will tell the story of different warriors from Wakanda in search of vibranium – Image: Marvel/Reproduction
The official description for the series, shared by Disney, offers a glimpse into the plot that awaits viewers:
“Throughout Wakanda’s history, brave warriors have been tasked with traveling the world to recover dangerous vibranium artifacts. This is their story.”
Familiar Characters and the World of Wakanda
The narrative suggests a deep immersion in the lives of Wakanda’s warriors, challenged with the mission of recovering vital vibranium artifacts.
The possibility of well-known characters, such as Nakia (played by Lupita Nyong’o) and Zuri (played by Forest Whitaker), playing prominent roles in the plot, raises fans’ expectations.
They are both spies of Wakandaspread across the world, this adds fascinating layers to the narrative.
However, Marvel is keeping the veil of mystery about the talents behind the production. No information has been revealed about the writers, directors or voice actors involved in this Black Panther spin-off.
The curiosity surrounding these details adds an extra element of anticipation to the wait for the series. Set to premiere in 2024, ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ promises to be an epic journey, as well as expanding the rich universe of Wakanda.
Fans eagerly await to learn more about these forgotten warriors, their missions across the globe and how their stories intertwine with the legacy established by ‘Black Panther.’
While the future of the franchise without T’Challa has been uncertain, ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ will offer a unique and captivating vision, exploring not only the epic aspects of Wakanda’s mythology, but also the personal stories of its courageous defenders.
The world of Wakanda is about to expand, and audiences’ eyes are fixed on this new animated journey that will uncover long-kept secrets.
