Man-Ape
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Man-Ape is a fictional supervillain character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. His real name is M'Baku, and he is traditionally depicted as a warrior and antagonist to the superhero Black Panther. M'Baku hails from the fictional African nation of Wakanda and is a member of the Gorilla-Man tribe, known for their strength, combat skills, and reverence for the gorilla deity, Hanuman.
Publication history
[change | change source]Created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema, the character first appeared in The Avengers #62 (March 1969).
Fictional character biography
[change | change source]M'Baku is a tribal leader and warrior who challenges T'Challa / Black Panther for the throne of Wakanda. He adopts the moniker "Man-Ape" and dons a costume resembling a gorilla.
Power and abilities
[change | change source]He possesses enhanced strength, agility, and endurance; skilled in hand-to-hand combat; leadership qualities.
Role in comics
[change | change source]Often portrayed as a villain, but has also been depicted as an antihero or ally at times, especially in later story arcs.
Notable traits
[change | change source]Deeply rooted in Wakandan tradition, M'Baku often seeks to restore his tribe's prominence and respect.
In other media
[change | change source]M'Baku has appeared in various adaptations, including Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe films such as Black Panther (2018), where he is portrayed by Winston Duke. In the films, he is depicted as a rival and later ally to T'Challa.