Imperius Rex! Who is Namor, the antagonist in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'?

Namor the Sub-Mariner will be making his long-awaited debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. — Photos: Marvel Comics

The new Black Panther: Wakanda Forever movie opens in cinemas this week, and while most people are eager to see who will be taking over the mantle of Black Panther in the movie, the character I’m most excited for is Namor the Submariner.

Marvel's oldest superhero, Namor makes his debut in the MCU in 'Wakanda Forever', played by Mexican actor Tenoch Huerta – Photo: Walt Disney Studios Malaysia

You see, Namor – played by Mexican actor Tenoch Huerta – may only be making his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but he has been part of the Marvel universe since literally the beginning – he is actually Marvel Comics’ first ever superhero!