VIXEN’s Megalyn Echikunwoke on Mari’s Journey: ‘This is Her Moment of Discovery’

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DC Comics’ latest TV offering is a bit different than what is currently airing in that genre: not only is VIXEN a CW Seed (AKA online/app) exclusive, but the series is also animated. But because it exists in the current DC universe, some familiar characters (and their portrayers’ voices) will pop up in the first six installments of VIXEN.

As for the title superhero, when the show finds Mari/Vixen, she’s just starting to use the powers she’s gained from her inherited Tantu Totem. “Mari’s power is super cool, and it’s super cool how she uses the spirits of animals,” Megalyn Echikunwoke (Mari/Vixen) teased. “It’s a really cool superhero power.”

I spoke with Echikunwoke about joining the DC universe, Vixen’s journey, and more… Read more