00:07We just got some really exciting news about a series featuring Bashenga.
00:12The upcoming animated series, Eyes of Wakanda, will explore various eras of this fictional
00:17African kingdom, adding a fresh twist to the franchise.
00:21It'll stick to the MCU's timeline in Earth-616, so every new piece of info about Wakanda's
00:27history will likely tie back to the live-action movies and shows.
00:31One storyline they might dive into is the origin of Bashenga, the first Black Panther, essentially
00:37the man from Wakanda who started it all, the Alpha Panther.
00:41While T'Challa's role as the Black Panther was heavily explored in the MCU, there were
00:46several Black Panthers before him who ruled over Wakanda.
00:50One of these was Bashenga.
00:52Olumo Bashenga was a Wakandan warrior shaman born into the Panther tribe during the Bronze
00:58Age.
00:58He foresaw a catastrophic eruption of cosmic energy that Mena Nigayip picked up on its
01:04way to Earth from the Vega system.
01:07To combat this, he crafted two vibranium weapons, Skybreaker and the Spear of Bashenga, designed
01:13to absorb the incoming energies.
01:15After standing atop a mound and using the weapons to harness the cosmic energy, he threw
01:20them far into western Wakanda, where they embedded in the ground, leading to the establishment
01:26of the city of Bernin-Bashenga.
01:29Bashenga united the tribes of Wakanda, becoming the first king of Wakanda and the second Black
01:34Panther, following Mosey from 1 million BC.
01:38In his role, he received secret knowledge from Bast and became the guardian of the Vibranium
01:43Mound, eventually founding the Black Panther cult.
01:46The Spear of Bashenga later became a symbol of Wakandan royalty, and Bashenga is often referred
01:52to as the father of Wakanda.
01:55His spirit now resides in the Jaliya, the plane of Wakandan memory where he occasionally advises
02:01T'Challa.
02:02Now, did Bashenga have the usual Black Panther superpowers after consuming the heart-shaped
02:07herb?
02:08Yes!
02:09His physical abilities were significantly enhanced, granting him various powers.
02:14He had improved strength and speed, surpassing most humans and even some supernatural beings.
02:20His body was extremely durable, making it difficult for opponents to injure him.
02:25Bashenga also possessed enhanced agility and stamina, with his body producing fewer fatigue
02:31toxins.
02:31This allowed him to keep fighting longer without getting tired.
02:35He had excellent dexterity and flexibility, along with reflexes that were superior to most
02:41trained athletes.
02:43Additionally, he had a regenerative healing factor, enabling him to recover quickly from
02:48injuries.
02:49A master of martial arts, Bashenga was one of Wakanda's finest warriors, using a spear made
02:55from vibranium during the war between the five tribes.
02:58Beyond his combat skills, he was a great ruler and had significant influence over the Wakandans.
03:04He successfully reunited the four tribes, forming an alliance that lasted for thousands of years,
03:10showcasing his impressive leadership skills.
03:14Bashenga made an appearance in the fifth season of the Avengers Assemble animated series in 2019,
03:20specifically in the 18th episode titled, Bashenga.
03:23Bashenga.
03:23This episode focuses on T'Challa as he uncovers secrets about his ancestor.
03:29The story begins with T'Challa and Shuri facing an enemy force, hoping that insights about Bashenga
03:35will help them.
03:36While T'Challa seeks to connect with Bashenga's spirit for guidance, he is pulled back in time
03:42to witness his ancestors' history firsthand, set around 10,000 years ago.
03:46During this period, Wakanda is under constant attack from Atlantean forces.
03:53Bashenga and his sister Basque find themselves cornered by two Atlanteans.
03:57When Bashenga distracts the attackers to allow Basque to escape, she refuses to leave him behind.
04:04Their struggle to fend off the attackers leads them to discover a cave filled with vibranium ore.
04:10Basque realizes the ore's potential for weapon making, but she is drawn to a different, burning
04:16red metal core in the cave, which she believes will aid them against the Atlanteans.
04:22Despite Bashenga's concerns about its safety, Basque touches the core, losing control in the
04:27process.
04:28The narrative alternates between the past and present, with T'Challa processing the revelation
04:33of Bashenga's twin sister and their adventures.
04:37As the story unfolds, Basque's insistence on using the core in battle ultimately leads
04:43to a conflict with Bashenga, showcasing her transformation into a powerful, monstrous figure as she attempts
04:50to utilize the core's energy against their enemies.
04:54Captain America intervenes to rescue T'Challa as the past merges with the present, ultimately
05:00tying back to the burial site of the Wakandan kings.
05:04The recent concept art focusing on Bashenga has sparked considerable excitement among fans
05:10following the success of Black Panther Wakanda Forever.
05:13Many fans are eager for a new Black Panther project that delves into the history and origins
05:19of Wakanda and Bashenga.
05:21There's a growing interest in a spin-off, with fans actively reaching out to director Ryan
05:26Kugler for more details.
05:28Artist Sean Harrison has created impressive, AI-generated concept designs for a Black Panther
05:35prequel that highlights Bashenga's story and the struggles among the five tribes of Wakanda
05:39over vibranium resources.
05:42His artwork provides a detailed vision of what ancient Wakanda may have looked like, beautifully
05:47capturing the essence of its culture and lifestyle.
05:50Although Kugler is rumored to be involved in a third Black Panther movie, producer Nate
05:55Moore mentioned that a spin-off is not currently at the top of the agenda.
05:59Still, the buzz surrounding Harrison's concept art has fans hopeful for the project's future.
06:06To sum it up, Bashenga stands out as one of Wakanda's most formidable rulers, dedicated to
06:12uniting the tribes and serving his people.
06:14His legacy as the Black Panther is significant, and fans are optimistic about a potential spin-off
06:20that would bring his story to the MCU.
06:23Now the debate about who truly holds the title of the first Black Panther in Wakandan history
06:28is a nuanced one.
06:30While many might point to Bashenga as the original Black Panther, they are only partially correct.
06:36Mosey, from Earth-616, played a crucial role in the legacy of the Black Panther.
06:41Though not the very first Wakandan to consume the heart-shaped herb, he became the first
06:46individual to be favored by the panther spirit Bast around 1 million BC.
06:52His unique connection with the spirit, aided by animal avatars, allowed him to survive the
06:57transformative process and earn the title of the first Black Panther.
07:02He discovered an energy frequency that could cancel out the altar's powers, which became known
07:08as the Negus Cadence.
07:09His reign was not without challenges.
07:12Negus faced a significant conflict when he did not invite the Jabari to the Tefa Nagao,
07:18which led to them kidnapping him.
07:20This left his daughter Turkana to take on the responsibilities of leadership in his absence.
07:26After months of tension, she bravely traveled to the Jabari lands to negotiate her father's
07:31release.
07:32Despite his contributions to Wakandan culture, Negus does not hold the title of the first Black
07:37Panther.
07:38Instead, he is remembered as an influential king who made important cultural advancements
07:43and supported the lineage of leadership that would continue to evolve in Wakanda.
07:48Among the former Black Panthers who provided counsel to T'Challa, he stands out as the oldest,
07:54reflecting his long-standing influence within Wakandan history.
07:58Well, that's it!
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