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Creation & Design

The In-Betweener was created by Roy Thomas and Jim Starlin, appearing first in Strange Tales #178. He was designed as a cosmic entity representing the balance between good and evil.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a servant of the Living Tribunal, the In-Betweener played a role in cosmic battles involving powerful beings like Thanos and Adam Warlock.

Character Development

Over the years, the In-Betweener has evolved from a mere servant of cosmic balance to a more complex character, often caught in the struggles between good and evil, reflecting the moral ambiguities of the universe.

Cultural Reception

The In-Betweener has received mixed reviews, often seen as a lesser-known character in the vast Marvel cosmic landscape.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Warlock #9
Aliases:
The In-Betweener
Species:
Cosmic Entity
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Living Tribunal, Thanos
Abilities:
Reality Manipulation, Cosmic Awareness, Telepathy
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Unknown
Hair Color:
Unknown

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Warlock #9
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Warlock #9
 
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Origin of Magus, the future dark version of Warlock

1st cameo appearance of the In-Betweener

First meeting of Thanos and Adam Warlock

Warlock #10
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Warlock #10
 
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Origin of Thanos and Gamora

Battle of Thanos vs Magus

2nd cameo appearance of the In-Betweener

Introduction of Sanctuary, Thanos' Citadel

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Recap of Thanos, an interlude hosted by Captain Marvel that explains the character

Warlock #11
Marvel ⋅ 1976
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Warlock #11
 
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1st full appearance of the In-Betweener

Death of Magus

Thanos Quest #1
Marvel ⋅ 1990
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Thanos Quest #1
 
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Thanos gathers the Infinity Gems from the Elders of the Universe

Gem 1: Soul Gem taken from The In-Betweener

Gem 2: Power Gem taken from The Champion of the Universe

Gem 3: Time Gem taken from The Gardener

Ultimates 2 #3
Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Ultimates 2 #3
 
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1st appearance of Logos, the combination of Chaos and Order fused via the In-Betweener

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