Infinity Gauntlet
Creation & Design
Thanos was created by writer Jim Starlin and first appeared in 'The Invincible Iron Man #55'. He was designed as a powerful cosmic villain with a complex personality and motivations.Early Years
Thanos made his debut in the early 1970s and quickly became a significant figure in the Marvel Universe, often clashing with heroes like Iron Man, Captain Marvel, and the Avengers.Character Development
Over the years, Thanos has evolved from a straightforward villain to a complex character with philosophical motivations, particularly regarding death and existence, making him one of Marvel's most iconic antagonists.Cultural Reception
Thanos has received critical acclaim for his depth and complexity, particularly in the context of the Infinity Gauntlet storyline, which is considered one of the greatest comic book stories of all time.Character Details
Real Name:
Thanos
Aliases:
The Mad Titan, The Destroyer
Species:
Eternal
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
The Black Order, Infinity Watch, Thanos' Army
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Telepathy, Energy manipulation, Immortality
Equipment:
Infinity Gauntlet, Cosmic Cube, Various weapons
Weight:
985lbs
Height:
6' 8"
Eye Color:
purple
Hair Color:
bald
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Marvel Premiere #1
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
Rebirth of HIM, renamed Warlock by the High Evolutionary
Debut of Warlock's costume including an unnamed emerald, later revealed to be the Soul Infinity Stone
Rebirth of HIM, renamed Warlock by the High Evolutionary
Debut of Warlock's costume including an unnamed emerald, later revealed to be the Soul Infinity Stone
Warlock #1
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
Origin of Adam Warlock
The emerald from Marvel Premiere #1 is revealed to be the Soul Stone
Origin of Adam Warlock
The emerald from Marvel Premiere #1 is revealed to be the Soul Stone
Captain Marvel #41
Marvel
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1975
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Mind Gem
Marvel Team-Up #55
Marvel
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1977
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Power Gem
1st appearance of the Time Gem
1st appearance of the Gardener, an Elder of the Universe
1st appearance of the Power Gem
1st appearance of the Time Gem
1st appearance of the Gardener, an Elder of the Universe
Avengers Annual #7
Marvel
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1977
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Vol. 1
Death of Warlock
Death of Pip the Troll
Death of Gamora
1st appearance of all six Infinity Gems: Soul, Time, Space, Mind, Reality, Power
First battle of Thanos and Warlock
Death of Warlock
Death of Pip the Troll
Death of Gamora
1st appearance of all six Infinity Gems: Soul, Time, Space, Mind, Reality, Power
First battle of Thanos and Warlock
Spidey Super Stories #39
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 1
Classic story that introduces the 'Thanos-Copter', a helicopter piloted by Thanos with his name decaled on the tail
Cover appearance of Thanos with the Cosmic Cube
Published for younger readers outside of Marvel continuity
Classic story that introduces the 'Thanos-Copter', a helicopter piloted by Thanos with his name decaled on the tail
Cover appearance of Thanos with the Cosmic Cube
Published for younger readers outside of Marvel continuity
Thanos Quest #1
Marvel
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1990
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Vol. 1
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
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
Thanos Quest #2
Marvel
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1990
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Vol. 1
Thanos gathers the Infinity Gems from the Elders of the Universe
Gem 4: Space Gem taken from The Runner
Gem 5: Reality Gem taken from The Collector
Gem 6: Mind Gem taken from The Grandmaster
Thanos gathers the Infinity Gems from the Elders of the Universe
Gem 4: Space Gem taken from The Runner
Gem 5: Reality Gem taken from The Collector
Gem 6: Mind Gem taken from The Grandmaster
Silver Surfer #44
Marvel
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1990
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Vol. 3
Debut of the Infinity Gauntlet
Marvel Age #99
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
Preview of the The Infinity Gauntlet
Seven-page preview that preceded the series by three months
Preview of the The Infinity Gauntlet
Seven-page preview that preceded the series by three months
Infinity Gauntlet #1
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" Part 1
A popular six-issue limited series that effects the entire Marvel Universe
Thanos eliminates half of the world's population using the Infinity Gauntlet to impress the cosmic entity, Death
"Infinity Gauntlet" Part 1
A popular six-issue limited series that effects the entire Marvel Universe
Thanos eliminates half of the world's population using the Infinity Gauntlet to impress the cosmic entity, Death
Infinity Gauntlet #2
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" Part 2
1st appearance of Epoch, a cosmic entity who selects champions to wield the Quantum Bands
"Infinity Gauntlet" Part 2
1st appearance of Epoch, a cosmic entity who selects champions to wield the Quantum Bands
Infinity Gauntlet #3
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 3
1st appearance of Terraxia whom Thanos creates in an attempt to make Death jealous
1st cameo appearance of Master Hate, a cosmic entity and antithesis to Mistress Love
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 3
1st appearance of Terraxia whom Thanos creates in an attempt to make Death jealous
1st cameo appearance of Master Hate, a cosmic entity and antithesis to Mistress Love
Infinity Gauntlet #4
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 4
Death of Captain America, Cyclops, Iron Man, Namor, Quasar, Spider-Man and others
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 4
Death of Captain America, Cyclops, Iron Man, Namor, Quasar, Spider-Man and others
Infinity Gauntlet #5
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 5
Nebula wields the Infinity Gauntlet
1st full appearance of Master Hate aka Sire Hate
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 5
Nebula wields the Infinity Gauntlet
1st full appearance of Master Hate aka Sire Hate
Infinity Gauntlet #6
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 6
Adam Warlock assumes control of the Infinity Gauntlet
"Infinity Gauntlet" part 6
Adam Warlock assumes control of the Infinity Gauntlet
What If...? #49
Marvel
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1993
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Vol. 2
What if..."Silver Surfer Possessed the Infinity Gauntlet"
Avengers #12
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 4
Iron Man wields the Infinity Gauntlet
Red Hulk joins the Avengers, invited by Captain America
Iron Man wields the Infinity Gauntlet
Red Hulk joins the Avengers, invited by Captain America
Reprint of Thanos Quest (1990) issues #1 and #2 , a two-part limited series by Jim Starlin where Thanos obtains the Infinity Gems one-by-one
Reprint of Thanos Quest (1990) issues #1 and #2 , a two-part limited series by Jim Starlin where Thanos obtains the Infinity Gems one-by-one
Ultimate Comics: The Ultimates #25
Marvel
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2013
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Vol. 1
1st full appearance of Kang, Susan Storm
Hulk wields the Infinity Gauntlet
1st full appearance of Kang, Susan Storm
Hulk wields the Infinity Gauntlet
Thor #6
Marvel
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2020
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Vol. 6
Teaser appearance of Thanos wearing a black gauntlet with the Black Infinity Stone on one hand and holding Mjolnir encrusted with Infinity Gems in the other
One-page tribute to Joe Sinnott (1926 - 2020)
Teaser appearance of Thanos wearing a black gauntlet with the Black Infinity Stone on one hand and holding Mjolnir encrusted with Infinity Gems in the other
One-page tribute to Joe Sinnott (1926 - 2020)
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