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Created by Todd Harris, Eyes of Wakanda, is an animated anthology miniseries that focuses on the Marvel Comics location of Wakanda. The show is about Hatut Zaraze, who are Wakandan warriors and carry out dangerous missions. The show covers a long time period and many centuries and showcases the past history of Wakanda. It features the voices of Winnie Harlow, Cress Williams, and others. The show premiered on Disney+ on August 1, 2025 and has four episodes. The series is part of the sixth phase of MCU and has many easter eggs and references, that make it an emotional watch for fans of the MCU.
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Appearance of Killmonger, reference to Achilles’ feet, and other Eyes of Wakanda moments that will make the MCU fans emotional
1. The Dora Milaje theme
Fans of MCU are passionate and they even know some of the minutest details about the franchise. In Eyes of Wakanda, the first episode features the classic MCU theme song of Dora Milaje in the form of a theme chant, which is heard as part of the show’s background score. Eyes of Wakanda also introduces the character of Noni, who is a former Dora Milaje and therefore, the iconic chant plays in the background. This is an emotional moment for fans of Black Panther as the song was also present in the movie and brings back memories of the fierce women warriors of Wakanda and T’Challa. With Chadwick Boseman’s passing, these small things in the new animated show, will surely reverberate with the viewers and make them feel emotional and tied to the larger MCU. The Dora Milaje are a group of women created by Marvel Comics, which are the special forces for the fictional African nation of Wakanda. These women have also appeared in other MCU movies like Avengers: Infinity War, and more. The new show has made sure that it strictly stays within the universe of MCU and the Marvel Comics that created the world of Wakanda.
2. The presence of Hatut Zeraze
One of the most important aspects in Eyes of Wakanda is the inclusion of Hatut Zeraze, which is also known as the War Dogs and are based on the Marvel Comics. These group of people are formed from elite spies and assassins all over the Wakanda and are then recruited into the secret police called Hatut Zeraze. In Eyes of Wakanda, this is another poignant moment as it brings Black Panther back to mind and ties the show with the world of the comics and the MCU. This cohort works as spies, agents, and security forces and are fiery like Dora Milaje. They are Wakanda’s primary intelligence network and Sterling K. Brown’s N’Jobu was a War Dog in Black Panther. The main premise of the animated show is that these warriors carry out dangerous missions and protect the world of Wakanda over centuries. The presence of Hatut Zaraze is compelling as the new show is a part of the MCU’s “sacred timeline” and the show therefore has greater connections with the franchise’s other movies. Therefore, fans of the tactical and brave secret agency, who saw them in the MCU, can check them out again in the new show.
3. Reference to Achilles’ Feet
Eyes of Wakanda not only makes multiple references to other MCU projects, but it also makes references to Greek mythology. There are instances in the show that follow through the Trojan War and the show also has characters like Achilles, Helen, King Priam, and more. From depicting the Trojan War inside the MCU to showcasing the placing of coins on the eyes “for the ferryman”, the show has many references to Greek myth and legend. As Eyes of Wakanda spans a lot of centuries, the show has therefore covered historical events of the past as well. Another important reference in the show is about the classic Achilles’ heel. During the Trojan War scenes, Achilles is forced to pull back after an assault of arrows are showered. He stops just ahead of these arrows and one lands very close to his foot, which is a reference to the iconic character’s classic death, where Achilles was struck by a poisoned arrows in his heel. Further, the show also animates how B’Kai is forced to kill Achilles by slashing his heel, as he learns Memnon’s true intentions about getting a Wakandan artifact. Therefore, the show makes a reference to the original death in Homer’s Iliad.
4. An Iron Fist monologue
Another important moment in Eyes of Wakanda, where the show makes a reference to other MCU projects is when Jorani delivers an impressive monologue about her title and power as the Immortal Iron Fist. Not only is the monologue fiery and poignant, but it is also similar to the one spoken by Danny Rand in Marvel’s past Iron Fist series. These monologues are a great moment as fans of MCU can relate with both Jorani’s and Rand’s monologue. Interestingly, Rand’s monologue was spoken a lot in the original series and therefore, Eyes of Wakanda makes sure that this iconic monologue is given a new form and included in the animated series. These small easter eggs and references might go by unnoticed for other fans, but fans of the MCU know that these small things matter a lot and make the franchise feel more connected. As the new animated series is the first show as part of the MCU’s sixth phase, the show has made sure that it delivers not only thought-provoking plots and stellar visuals, but also keeps interesting easter eggs present throughout. Therefore, fans of the MCU must definitely check out the new show as the series has a lot of heartfelt references.
5. The presence of Bashenga
Eyes of Wakanda is based on the premise of the fictional African nation protecting its culture from other invaders. Wakanda is not just a part of the MCU, but it has also made many fans emotional as stories of T’Challa and other kings and warriors from the famed land, were portrayed on screen. Therefore, when Eyes of Wakanda presents Basha, who gives Captain Ebo high praise and calls him the Basenga Reborn, the moment is pivotal for the lore of Wakanda and the MCU. Bashenga was the first Black Panther, who united the Five Tribes and made the secret African nation of Wakanda. The moment is surreal and fans of the MCU will no doubt feel it to be a tear-jerking event as they finally delve more into the story behind the first Black Panther. The Black Panther movies in the MCU have become one of the most adored part of the franchise and seeing a callback to the origins of the nation in the new show, feels exciting for die-hard MCU fans. Once again, the show makes sure that it includes important references that tie it to the MCU and make the whole experience more heartfelt for viewers.
6. The appearance of Erik Killmonger
Towards the end of Eyes of Wakanda, there is a shot where Killmonger is seen standing in the Museum of Great Britain. The shot confirms that the axe got to the place, where it was meant to be as it was returned by Tafari and Kuda. Even in the movie, Black Panther, the Dogon Mask Killmonger takes in the movie, can also be seen to the right of the animated shot. Therefore, the animated show ends on a note of direct tying in with the MCU and makes an overt reference to Black Panther, other Wakanda movie, and Eyes of Wakanda. The shot is once again important and surreal as the museum holds the history of the nation of Wakanda and Killmonger watches it on. This ending shot not only ties the animated show to the MCU, but it also ties the show to the real-world and makes it more grounded. After all the fantasy-based adventures that are shown across the four episodes of the show, this ending shot reminds the viewers that all the MCU movies and shows are connected and feels bittersweet. Therefore, fans of the MCU must definitely watch the new animated series.
7. Director Noni’s eye path
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Another reference that Eyes of Wakanda makes with the larger MCU is when returning to Wakanda, B’Kai reports to the Director of the War Dogs, who is ultimately revealed to be an older Noni. Interestingly, Noni is seen wearing an eye patch and this immediately makes fans of the MCU remember about Nick Fury. The position in which Noni stands and the eye patch, does it make it look like the Eyes of Wakanda character is serving a direct homage to Nick Fury. The actor Samuel L. Jackson made the character of Nick Fury iconic. The character is an important part of the MCU and is the director of SHIELD and is the person responsible for assembling a team of superheroes and making them battle a range of threats. As such, the overt reference feels nicely tied in and fans of the MCU will thoroughly enjoy the homage that is paid to Nick Fury through Noni. The scene once again proves that the new show is firmly set within the world of the MCU and is an enjoying watch for the viewers.
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