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Cooper, Gael Fashingbauer (May 3, 2018). "Did Thanos Kill You in Avengers: Infinity War? Find Out Here". CNET. Archived from the original on May 24, 2022 . Retrieved March 25, 2023.

a b Cavna, Michael (May 4, 2018). "Here's Why Infinity War 's Thanos Is the Most Compelling Marvel Film Villain Yet". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on January 15, 2020 . Retrieved January 15, 2020.

Anderton, Ethan (January 9, 2019). "Cool Stuff: Celebrate 10 Years of Marvel Studios with John Guydo's Heroes and Villains Prints". /Film. Archived from the original on May 10, 2022 . Retrieved May 10, 2022. Critics called Thanos a significant improvement over previous antagonists in the franchise. [65] According to Screen Rant, the MCU struggled to create captivating antagonists throughout its first two phases. However, this changed in Phase Three with well-received villains such as Killmonger and Vulture, culminating in Thanos, whose "repudiation of the MCU's narrative worship of its heroes creates a deep uncertainty in our expectation that follows through each encounter toward the inevitable, horrifying conclusion". [52] George Marston attributed Thanos' success to "the weight behind his character" because the best villains are the ones who see themselves as the hero. As a result, Brolin's performance almost makes Thanos seem likable or reasonable, at least until "the utter horror" of him accomplishing his goal sets in. [54] Similarly, The Washington Post declared Thanos Marvel's most compelling villain due to his "deep, reflective intelligence" as well as his "profound adherence to his belief system". [51]

Infinity Gems: When the Infinity Gauntlet is complete, each stone grants it the following abilities: Chitwood, Adam (March 5, 2021). "How the MCU Was Made: Marvel's The Avengers, Recasting Hulk, and How That Thanos Scene Happened". Collider. Archived from the original on March 10, 2021 . Retrieved July 27, 2022. Brayton, Rebecca. "Top 100 Movie Villains of All Time". WatchMojo. Archived from the original on May 13, 2022 . Retrieved May 13, 2022.Power Gem: Controls all of the power in the universe. It can be used to augment or inhibit any force. [ citation needed] Scott, Ryan (December 24, 2018). "What Happened to Thanos After Infinity War Officially Revealed". MovieWeb. Archived from the original on March 2, 2021 . Retrieved May 6, 2022. There are two Infinity Gauntlets: a right-handed replica held in Odin's Vault and a functional left-handed one used by Thanos. Barron, Matt; Monroe, Justin; Scarano, Ross; Khal, Tara Aquino; Bernucca, Carolyn (January 18, 2022). "The Best Villains in Movie History". Complex. Archived from the original on November 28, 2020 . Retrieved May 5, 2022.

a b Collura, Scott (May 18, 2018). " Avengers: Infinity War Review". IGN. Archived from the original on March 23, 2019 . Retrieved March 23, 2019. Downey, Mason (June 9, 2021). " Loki Episode 1: 15 Easter Eggs and References in the Premiere". GameSpot. Archived from the original on June 12, 2021 . Retrieved May 7, 2022. In an alternate reality, Star-Lord T'Challa convinces Thanos to join the Ravagers by persuading him there are other ways to preserve resources. Thanos participates in their mission against the Collector in 2008 where he fights against Tivan's forces, now the kingpin of the intergalactic underworld. Thanos struggles in the fight, but Nebula helps him, and together they defeat his forces. [16] Other universes [ edit ] Whittaker, Richard (January 7, 2019). "Austin Film Critics Association Announces 2018's Best Films and More". The Austin Chronicle. Archived from the original on January 8, 2019 . Retrieved April 2, 2023.

a b c d e f g h i j Russo, Anthony; Russo, Joe (directors) (April 27, 2018). Avengers: Infinity War (motion picture). Jim Starlin conceived Thanos during a college psychology course and introduced him as a villain in The Invincible Iron Man #55 (February 1973). Thanos was based on the Freudian concept of Thanatos, more commonly referred to as the death drive. Thanatos in Greek mythology was the personification of death and Thanos has been featured pursuing the female personification of Death. [22] [23] In the comics, Thanos is a mutant member of the race of superhumans known as the Titanian Eternals. The character possesses abilities common to the Eternals, and is able to demonstrate invulnerability and superhuman strength, speed, and stamina, among other qualities. [24] Casting and appearances [ edit ] Josh Brolin wielding a model Infinity Gauntlet at the 2014 San Diego Comic-Con Chauncey, Matthew (September 29, 2021). "What If... Ultron Won?". What If...?. Season 1. Episode 8. Disney+.