Who Is Man-Ape? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Man-Ape is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of M'Baku, with over 125 comic issue appearances. M'Baku is a worshipper of the sacred White Gorilla who was exiled from Wakanda because of his actions in leading the cult and betraying The Black Panther. A sacred ritual gives him apelike strength, agility and stamina, earning him the name Man-Ape.

Who is Man-Ape?

Origin M'Baku was once one of Wakanda's greatest warriors. The Black Panther entrusted him to watch over Wakanda while he was with the Avengers. When T'Challa returned he found his throne was overthrown by M'Baku. The two men clashed and have been enemies ever since. M'Baku has joined the Lethal Legion twice and the Masters of Evil once. He holds a extreme hatred for western civilization, technological advancement and the Black Panther. Creation Man-Ape was created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema in 1969 and first appeared in Avengers # 62. Major Story Arcs M'Baku was a member of the Jabari Tribe , was one of the greatest warriors of the African nation Wakanda , second only to T'Challa, the Black Panther himself.

Key facts

Man-Ape is of human origin and first appeared in "The Monarch And The Man-Ape!". The character is published by Marvel. With 125 recorded issue appearances, Man-Ape ranks among the most featured characters in comics.