Tetu is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He was created by writer Ta-Nehisi Coates and artist Brian Stelfreeze, and first appeared in Black Panther (vol. 6) #1 (April 2016).

Tetu
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceBlack Panther Vol. 6 #1 (April 2016)
Created byTa-Nehisi Coates
Brian Stelfreeze
In-story information
Place of originEarth
AbilitiesNature manipulation
Teleportation

Fictional character biography

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Tetu is a former student of the Wakandan school Hekima Shulē who left to seek higher knowledge, becoming a shaman, ally of Zenzi, and co-leader of the rebel group known as the People. They later attempt to overthrow T'Challa as king of Wakanda before being defeated, but soon escape and form an alliance with Hydra.[1]

Powers and abilities

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Tetu is a magician with the ability to manipulate nature and create portals across time and space. He possesses control over various elements, including plants, earth, and electricity.

Reception

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  • In 2020, Comic Book Resources (CBR) ranked Tetu 6th in their "Marvel: Ranking Black Panther's Rogues Gallery" list.[2]
  • In 2022, Screen Rant included Tetu in their "15 Most Powerful Black Panther Villains" list.[3]
  • In 2022, CBR ranked Tetu 7th in their "10 Most Iconic Black Panther Villains" list.[4]

References

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  1. ^ Black Panther Vol. 6 #1. DC Comics.
  2. ^ Epps, De'Angelo (December 7, 2020). "Marvel: Ranking Black Panther's Rogues Gallery". CBR. Retrieved October 16, 2022.
  3. ^ Harn, Darby (September 25, 2021). "15 Most Powerful Black Panther Villains". ScreenRant. Retrieved October 16, 2022.
  4. ^ Eckhardt, Peter (November 30, 2022). "10 Most Iconic Black Panther Villains". CBR. Retrieved January 3, 2023.