Ultimate Black Panther #17 — Stefano Caselli Cover (2025)

Ultimate Black Panther #17 (2025) is part of Marvel's modern Ultimate Universe series, written by Bryan Edward Hill with art by Stefano Caselli and colors by David Curiel. The issue continues the story of Wakanda and its struggle against supernatural and political threats in Earth-6160.

The colorful main cover by Stefano Caselli and David Curiel features Erik Killmonger prominently in the foreground, wearing a blue-and-black mask, fur-trimmed armor, and holding a large curved blade. Okoye stands behind him with her arms extended, dressed in Wakandan-inspired armor and gold neck rings. The characters are positioned against a dramatic natural setting featuring a waterfall, rocky cliffs, and vivid green, yellow, blue, and red tones.

The issue's story is centered on Killmonger versus the Vodu-Khan. With Black Panther absent, T'Challa has deputized Erik Killmonger, but the mysterious Vodu-Khan do not trust him. The issue also explores Queen Okoye's marriage and her mission.