Black Panther: The Client

In 2001, Marvel launched Black Panther: The Client, a single-issue prestige format comic by writer Christopher Priest and artist Mark Texeira, with Joe Quesada also contributing to the writing. This story spotlights T'Challa, the Black Panther, as he navigates a complex legal and political thriller in the heart of New York City. The issue stands as a key moment in Priest's acclaimed run, showcasing the king of Wakanda's strategic mind and regal presence in a grounded, noir-infused setting.