Meet the Creator
Meet the Heroes
A New Era of Anime Superheroes Begins
A former kindergarten teacher, Hotep’s career as an independent creative entrepreneur spans 30 years and includes: music, film, books, graphic novels, videogames and animation. He is the creator, writer, director, editor and designer of the Black Lion and Cubs brand.
Hotep is also a consultant to K-12 schools across the US. His profound
work has earned him nominations for the Presidential Citizen’s Award
and as a CNN Hero.
Finally — a anime brand where Black heroes lead with
courage, creativity, and heart.
With Black Lion and Cubs, you will experience a universe
filled with positive role models, high-energy action, and
uplifting values — without the violence and negativity
foundin many modern comics.
Perfect for ages 7–17.
Great for classrooms, homeschool,
youth programs, and collectors.
The majority of the animations can be watched in full HERE
Watch the Animation Series
Black Lion and Cubs has several animated series. They can be found
on many popular streaming platforms including Black Education Station
and Amazon Prime.
Limited First Edition Releases
Our graphic novels are part of a limited print run.
Once sold out, collectors must wait for the reprint wave.
✔ High-quality print
✔ Premium paper
✔ Vibrant color art
About
Family-friendly. Action-packed. Representation that inspires.
Black Lion & Cubs is a family friendly, retro-styled anime brand consisting of: cartoons, comics, video games and more! It has been compared to a mix between Dragonball Z & Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
The story takes place in a distant future where all AI technology is outlawed. A retired Nubian general teaches his 2 young sons how to navigate the new world. Along the way, they learn valuable life lessons, meet interesting new characters and battle sinister enemies, as they attempt to settle an ongoing feud between 2 neighboring Egyptian pharaohs and a queen who is caught in the middle.