Megalyn Echikunwoke, who voiced Vixen in the CW Seed animated series of the same name, will reprise her role in live-action on Arrow for this season’s 15th episode, TV Insider have reported.
“We’re not only thrilled to be further expanding our DC television universe by bringing in the live-action incarnation of the CW Seed hit, Vixen, we’re immensely excited that Megalyn will be revisiting her role as Mari McCabe,” said executive producer Marc Guggenheim.
Vixen has the power to mimic the abilities of animals thanks to an amulet that was passed down through her family. Her animated series marked The CW’s first black female superhero, as well as one of the first to lead her own show.
Vixen is due to appear in the 15th episode of the current season of Arrow, set to air on February 24, 2016.
