Jiru

Stepping out of the Bronze Age Marvel universe in Jack Kirby's own Black Panther #8 (1978), Jiru is a rare and intriguing figure whose brief footprint in the catalog makes every appearance count. Kirby was at the height of his creative powers during this celebrated run, and Jiru shares the page with T'Challa himself alongside the likes of Doctor Joshua Itobo, Ishanta, and Zuni — vivid company that speaks to the rich, imaginative world the King of Comics was building. With only three catalog appearances, Jiru is precisely the kind of deep-cut discovery that reminds collectors why digging into Bronze Age Marvel is always rewarding.