Black Manta is a major villain in Injustice 2, serving as one of the game’s playable fighters and a recurring enemy tied to Aquaman’s storyline. He is a ruthless, technologically advanced mercenary and pirate who hates Aquaman and seeks revenge for the death of his father. Wearing his iconic black armored suit and helmet, he uses deadly energy weapons and underwater combat skills. In the narrative, he acts as a dangerous antagonist aligned with the game’s broader conflict and villain factions.