The Black Panther is a title held by the king of the African nation of Wakanda. This nation is a hidden kingdom with advanced technology that could benefit mankind. But it is up to the king, who must be tested to be worthy, to protect the land and its resources.The current Black Panther is T'Challa, who inherited the title from his father T'Chaka. T'Challa decided to turn his attention to superhero activities, believing he can do more good for his people this way.