Screen Rant

  • Thanos is a Marvel icon thanks to his role in the Avengers movies... 1 / 11

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  • But his comic book debut wasn't quite as flawless - and memorable for a different reason. 2 / 11

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  • Believe it or not, Thanos first appeared in a small role opposing Iron Man. 3 / 11

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  • In Iron Man #55, Tony is randomly recruited by Drax, in his mission to kill Thanos. 4 / 11

    Iron Man 55 Comic Vertical

  • Since Tony's a hero, he accepts, but has no idea who or what Thanos actually is. 5 / 11

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  • Until Thanos make his surprise debut. Truly shocking, for his choice of clothes... 6 / 11

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  • Giving Iron Man an up-close look at his bottomless armor (and codpiece). 7 / 11

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  • Writer and Artist Jim Starlin did get the helmet of Thanos just about right... 8 / 11

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  • But his clothing is a far cry from the armor he would eventually wear... 9 / 11

    Thanos Armor (Guardians of the Galaxy) - Hot Toys Sideshow Collectibles

  • With the coloring corrected to make it clear Thanos is clothed, not showing skin. 10 / 11

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  • At least, fans have to assume it was just a coloring mistake... 11 / 11

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