<P> Black Panther is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics . The character was created by writer - editor Stan Lee and writer - artist Jack Kirby , first appearing in Fantastic Four # 52 ( cover - dated July 1966 ) in the Silver Age of Comic Books . Black Panther 's real name is T'Challa , king and protector of the fictional African nation of Wakanda . Along with possessing enhanced abilities achieved through ancient Wakandan rituals of drinking the heart shaped herb , T'Challa also relies on his proficiency in science , rigorous physical training , hand - to - hand combat skills , and access to wealth and advanced technology to combat his enemies . </P>
<P> Black Panther is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics . The character was created by writer - editor Stan Lee and writer - artist Jack Kirby , first appearing in Fantastic Four # 52 ( cover - dated July 1966 ) in the Silver Age of Comic Books . Black Panther 's real name is T'Challa , king and protector of the fictional African nation of Wakanda . Along with possessing enhanced abilities achieved through ancient Wakandan rituals of drinking the heart shaped herb , T'Challa also relies on his proficiency in science , rigorous physical training , hand - to - hand combat skills , and access to wealth and advanced technology to combat his enemies . </P>
when did the original black panther come out
when did the original black panther come out
Fantastic Four # 52 ( cover - dated July 1966 )
Fantastic Four # 52 ( cover - dated July 1966 )