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Shutter-Bird

Shutter-Bird
Publication information
PublisherAfriwood Comics
First appearanceUrenna Amadi: The extraordinary Shutter bird
(November 2022)
Created byUrenna Amadi
In-story information
Full nameUrenna Amadi
Place of originOwerri, Imo State
Abilities
  • Superhuman strength, agility, speed, eagle's eye and durability
  • flash freezing ability
  • super human aperture sensitivity
  • night vision
  • telescopic abilities
  • shooting abilities

Shutter-Bird is the first Nigerian live-action superhero character in Nigerian comic books, created by film director Urenna Amadi. The character is published by Afriwood Comics and owned by Afriwood Motion Pictures Company. Shutter-Bird was created on 27 November 2020 in Owerri, Imo State.[1][2]

Shutter-Bird first appeared in Urenna Amadi: The Extraordinary Shutter-Bird, a comic book released in 2022, which was intended to introduce the character to Nigerian and international audiences. Since then, she has been featured in comic books, television shows, films, video games, magazines, novels, plays and merchandise.[3][4]

Character biography

The story of Shutter-Bird is based on real-life inspiration with fictional elements. The character is portrayed as a young female art student named Urenna Amadi, who is traumatised by the early death of her father. She struggles with depression and abuse but channels her technological and artistic skills to transform her father's camera into a sophisticated, extraterrestrial-inspired device with the ability to freeze objects.

Shutter-Bird possesses flash-freezing powers as well as superhuman aperture sensitivity, night vision, speed and strength, which she uses to fight crime and seek justice for her father's death. The character's narrative combines themes of technology, supernatural abilities and science fiction.[5][6][7]

Powers, skills and equipment

Shutter-Bird derives her abilities from the shutter lens embedded in her body suit. These powers include superhuman strength, speed, reflexes, durability, a healing factor, night vision, aperture sensitivity, acrobatics, stamina, agility, telescopic vision, as well as freezing and projectile abilities. She is presented as an innovative addition to the growing universe of superheroes.[8][9]

The character's costume is primarily blue and yellow. The blue is described as representing masculine energy, symbolising power, speed, courage, swiftness, confidence, depth and stability. The yellow is associated with feminine energy, symbolising happiness, optimism, creativity, intellect, warmth and friendliness.[10]

Comic series

Shutter-Bird was first featured in a comic series titled Urenna Amadi: The Extraordinary Shutter-Bird. The first chapter was released in 2022 and was created by film director and producer Urenna Amadi. The series introduced the characters Urenna Amadi, her grandmother and Uncle Ben.[11][12]

In later chapters, Urenna Amadi rescues a young woman from gangsters. Despite being bullied at school and having her father's bicycle stolen, she remains resilient. Demonstrating her commitment to justice, she assists in the search for a missing girl, helps a friend during a confrontation with a school gang and prevents a robbery at a petrol station.[13]

The central character in the graphic novel is Urenna Amadi, with supporting characters including Grandma, Uncle Ben, John, Idalia, Zazzu, Dennis and Donald.[14]

References

  1. ^ "Afriwood Comics Unveils First Nigerian Superhero Shutter-Bird". THISDAYLIVE. 2 December 2023. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  2. ^ Egodo-Michael, Oghenovo (18 November 2023). "New comic superhero berths in Nigeria". Punch. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  3. ^ Victoria, Ojugbana (28 August 2024). "Urenna Amadi: 'The Incredible Shutter-Bird' Digital, Hard Copy Release Dates Announced". Independent. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  4. ^ "Afriwood Comics set to unveil 'Urenna Amadi, The Incredible Shutter Bird' in digital, hard copy series". The Guardian. Nigeria. 7 August 2024. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  5. ^ Adewoyin, Adeniyi (25 November 2023). "Afriwood is set to release superhero comic, 'Shutter Bird'". The Nation. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  6. ^ Okay, Rita (10 August 2024). "AFRIWOOD COMICS reveals dates for 'Urenna Amadi: The Incredible Shutter-Bird'". Vanguard. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  7. ^ Quingist, Adaku (17 April 2023). "Meet Urenna Amadi The First Nigerian Comic, Movie, Game Super Hero". Quingist Empire. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  8. ^ Ayo, Onikoyi (19 November 2023). "Afriwood Comics berths with new Superhero 'Shutter-Bird'". Vanguard. Archived from the original on 19 November 2023. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  9. ^ "Comic series stress strength, resilience and courage in overcoming challenges". The Nation. 8 August 2024. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  10. ^ Okoye, Rita (25 November 2023). "'Shutter-Bird designed to instill culture of confidence in everyone'". The Sun. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  11. ^ Egodo-Michael, Oghenovo (24 August 2024). "New comic book to tell African stories". Punch. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  12. ^ "Afriwood Comics set to unveil 'Urenna Amadi, The Incredible Shutter Bird' in digital, hard copy series". THISDAYLIVE. 7 August 2024. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  13. ^ Grace, Ihesiulo (16 August 2024). "The Wait is Over: 'Urenna Amadi: The Incredible Shutter-Bird' Digital and Hard Copy Release Dates Announced". Daily Times Nigeria. Archived from the original on 21 August 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  14. ^ Amadi, Urenna (7 November 2022). Urenna Amadi: The Extraordinary Shutter-Bird. Nigeria: Afriwood Comics. ISBN 9770275643202. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: invalid prefix (help)
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