T’Challa vs Killmonger, Round 1“Black Panther” (2018)
When Erik Killmonger arrives in Wakanda, he challenges his cousin T’Challa for rulership of the hidden African nation. Their duel atop a waterfall sees a depowered Black Panther and his estranged family member battle with nothing but their own strength and traditional weaponry.
While T’Challa gives a good account of himself, Killmonger’s gradual cuts make it clear that the killer is more skilled. Even an interruption by Zuri isn’t enough to save Black Panther from a crushing loss. Although the hero may lose the fight, the evocative setting, charged emotions, and the fact that every slash cuts deep made this duel unforgettable.











































































