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The Infinity Gauntlet (1991) #1-6 + Extras
The Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition
For the dark Titan, Thanos, the Infinity Gauntlet was the Holy Grail - the ultimate prize to be coveted above all else. With it came omnipotence: the absolute control of all aspects of time, space, power, reality, the mind and the soul. But his gaining of supreme might meant the beginning of a black nightmare for the entire universe. Now, on the edge of Armageddon and led by the mysterious Adam Warlock, Earth's super heroes join in a desperate attempt to thwart this nihilistic god's insane plunge into galactic self-destruction. Should the heroes fail, the astral gods of the universe wait to step into the fray. But in such an awesome cosmic conflict, will anyone prevail? Will anyone survive? The original Infinity epic is collected alongside a Gauntlet-full collection of behind-the-scenes extras!
COLLECTING: Infinity Gauntlet 1-6; Infinity Gauntlet Promo Poster; material from Marvel Age #92, #95-96, #99 (profiles & articles); Hembeck cartoon from Marvel age #99; Marvel: 1991 - The Year in Review - Infinity Gauntlet parody article; Infinity Gauntlet #2-3 original cover art; Infinity Gauntlet #1 & #4 pencils; Infinity Gauntlet #1-6 inks; Infinity Gauntlet TPB (1st print) cover inks; Infinity Gauntlet TPB/MPHC/Omni covers; Infinity Gauntlet trading cards.
COLLECTING: Infinity Gauntlet 1-6; Infinity Gauntlet Promo Poster; material from Marvel Age #92, #95-96, #99 (profiles & articles); Hembeck cartoon from Marvel age #99; Marvel: 1991 - The Year in Review - Infinity Gauntlet parody article; Infinity Gauntlet #2-3 original cover art; Infinity Gauntlet #1 & #4 pencils; Infinity Gauntlet #1-6 inks; Infinity Gauntlet TPB (1st print) cover inks; Infinity Gauntlet TPB/MPHC/Omni covers; Infinity Gauntlet trading cards.
253 pages, Paperback
Published February 19, 2019
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About the author
Jim Starlin
1,334 books443 followersJames P. "Jim" Starlin is an American comic book writer and artist. With a career dating back to the early 1970s, he is best known for "cosmic" tales and space opera; for revamping the Marvel Comics characters Captain Marvel and Adam Warlock; and for creating or co-creating the Marvel characters Thanos and Shang-Chi, Master of Kung Fu. Death and suicide are recurring themes in Starlin's work: Personifications of Death appeared in his Captain Marvel series and in a fill-in story for Ghost Rider; Warlock commits suicide by killing his future self; and suicide is a theme in a story he plotted and drew for The Rampaging Hulk magazine.
In the mid-1970s, Starlin contributed a cache of stories to the independently published science-fiction anthology Star Reach. Here he developed his ideas of God, death, and infinity, free of the restrictions of mainstream comics publishers' self-censorship arm, the Comics Code Authority. Starlin also drew "The Secret of Skull River", inked by frequent collaborator Al Milgrom, for Savage Tales #5 (July 1974).
When Marvel Comics wished to use the name of Captain Marvel for a new, different character,[citation needed] Starlin was given the rare opportunity to produce a one-shot story in which to kill off a main character. The Death of Captain Marvel became the first graphic novel published by the company itself. (
In the late 1980s, Starlin began working more for DC Comics, writing a number of Batman stories, including the four-issue miniseries Batman: The Cult (Aug.-Nov. 1988), and the storyline "Batman: A Death in the Family", in Batman #426-429 (Dec. 1988 – Jan. 1989), in which Jason Todd, the second of Batman's Robin sidekicks, was killed. The death was decided by fans, as DC Comics set up a hotline for readers to vote on as to whether or not Jason Todd should survive a potentially fatal situation. For DC he created Hardcore Station.
In the mid-1970s, Starlin contributed a cache of stories to the independently published science-fiction anthology Star Reach. Here he developed his ideas of God, death, and infinity, free of the restrictions of mainstream comics publishers' self-censorship arm, the Comics Code Authority. Starlin also drew "The Secret of Skull River", inked by frequent collaborator Al Milgrom, for Savage Tales #5 (July 1974).
When Marvel Comics wished to use the name of Captain Marvel for a new, different character,[citation needed] Starlin was given the rare opportunity to produce a one-shot story in which to kill off a main character. The Death of Captain Marvel became the first graphic novel published by the company itself. (
In the late 1980s, Starlin began working more for DC Comics, writing a number of Batman stories, including the four-issue miniseries Batman: The Cult (Aug.-Nov. 1988), and the storyline "Batman: A Death in the Family", in Batman #426-429 (Dec. 1988 – Jan. 1989), in which Jason Todd, the second of Batman's Robin sidekicks, was killed. The death was decided by fans, as DC Comics set up a hotline for readers to vote on as to whether or not Jason Todd should survive a potentially fatal situation. For DC he created Hardcore Station.
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December 20, 2020
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In this classic cosmic event, Thanos has in his possession the Infinity Gauntlet and the six gems needed to give him omnipotent power. He starts by building his love, Mistress Death, a beautiful castle, but she is dissatisfied with it and everything else he does. He realizes this is because he has not done what she asked, and wipes out half of the Galaxy. Meanwhile, Adam Warlock gathers Earth’s heroes and cosmic giants to battle the mad Titan and wrest the gauntlet from him.
It might be a little hard to go back to these older style comics after reading so much of the newer comics. The coloring is very different, there might be more errors in lettering, and storyline-altering events that would now be several page-spreads are relegated to tiny corner boxes. However, these big cosmic events are always fun to read because of the long-standing impact they have on storylines for years to come. In cosmic events, you also get so many characters all working together, or clashing (as is the case here with Hulk and Drax). I also like to stock my library with any books that were the inspiration for modern movies because readers do enjoy looking at the source material and comparing it to the movie, just like with other books. While some readers might be disappointed with how different this is from the movies, I'm sure they will appreciate some of the nuances that Marvel laid out over 10 years of films that pull from this six-issue storyline.
Sara's Rating: 8/10
Suitability Level: Grades 8-12
In this classic cosmic event, Thanos has in his possession the Infinity Gauntlet and the six gems needed to give him omnipotent power. He starts by building his love, Mistress Death, a beautiful castle, but she is dissatisfied with it and everything else he does. He realizes this is because he has not done what she asked, and wipes out half of the Galaxy. Meanwhile, Adam Warlock gathers Earth’s heroes and cosmic giants to battle the mad Titan and wrest the gauntlet from him.
It might be a little hard to go back to these older style comics after reading so much of the newer comics. The coloring is very different, there might be more errors in lettering, and storyline-altering events that would now be several page-spreads are relegated to tiny corner boxes. However, these big cosmic events are always fun to read because of the long-standing impact they have on storylines for years to come. In cosmic events, you also get so many characters all working together, or clashing (as is the case here with Hulk and Drax). I also like to stock my library with any books that were the inspiration for modern movies because readers do enjoy looking at the source material and comparing it to the movie, just like with other books. While some readers might be disappointed with how different this is from the movies, I'm sure they will appreciate some of the nuances that Marvel laid out over 10 years of films that pull from this six-issue storyline.
Sara's Rating: 8/10
Suitability Level: Grades 8-12
March 11, 2019
Infinity Gauntlet is already one of my favorite story lines and will always be 5 starts to me. I love it so much that I'm double dipping by already having the Infinity Gauntlet Omnibus and the Infinity Gauntlet Box set (which has the Gauntlet, War and Crusade story lines). I guess with this additional copy, I'm triple dipping! I have a strict rule against double dipping with my collection so I guess it goes to show how much I enjoyed this.
I got this 'deluxe' edition paperback specifically for the extras not previously collected. Nice to page through especially some of Perez's pencil work.
I got this 'deluxe' edition paperback specifically for the extras not previously collected. Nice to page through especially some of Perez's pencil work.
May 4, 2019
Granted, I have never read the recommended titles of Avengers vs. Thanos and Silver Surfer: Rebirth of Thanos but just on the basis on the dialogues and character history, I'm still rating this as a 4-star rating.
I'll update this once more after I read the above 2 graphic novels.
I'll update this once more after I read the above 2 graphic novels.
August 17, 2020
When your phone breaks and you need to kill two hours while the shop fixes it and you find the closest book store is a comic store, grab a graphic novel and sit in your car for two hours. Definitely some gems in here, infinity or otherwise. I actually have never read a Marvel comic before and didn't know where to start. Being able to just read this as a standalone work, and understanding that backstories exist, it was still fine to come in pretty cold. Also fun to see what the movie left in and what they took out. Overall, good stuff.
February 25, 2020
After reading this wish the movie had followed this story line. Loved it!
January 8, 2025
I’ll go 3.5 stars. Thanos gets the Infinity Gauntlet, complete with the Infinity Stones, and unleashes chaos and mayhem and death to impress Death. He fails, the Marvel heroes save the universe, everything goes back to normal.
So, uh, what happened to Dr. Doom? And how many times does Dr. Doom have to double-cross someone before they want nothing to do with him. And what about the Eternals and the other god-like beings? I guess everything was ok with them too. Oh well.
Typical with the backbone book of an epic cross-over event, anything involving individual characters is left to those specific books.
So, uh, what happened to Dr. Doom? And how many times does Dr. Doom have to double-cross someone before they want nothing to do with him. And what about the Eternals and the other god-like beings? I guess everything was ok with them too. Oh well.
Typical with the backbone book of an epic cross-over event, anything involving individual characters is left to those specific books.
September 1, 2024
Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition
Infinity Gauntlet Deluxe Edition calificación 3/5 estrellas
Tratan de hacer creer que es muy inteligente Thanos que el solo puede controlar el guantalete, pero demostraron lo contrario con su infantil motivación, cuando pretendía ridículamente provocándole celos a la Mistress Death, la cual no tiene ni un poco de interés en este ridículo advenedizo, con eso quedo arruinado este plagio de Darkseid.
En esta serie no hubo realmente consecuencias trancedentes posteriormente. Las muertes nunca existieron realmente.
Infinity Gauntlet Deluxe Edition calificación 3/5 estrellas
Tratan de hacer creer que es muy inteligente Thanos que el solo puede controlar el guantalete, pero demostraron lo contrario con su infantil motivación, cuando pretendía ridículamente provocándole celos a la Mistress Death, la cual no tiene ni un poco de interés en este ridículo advenedizo, con eso quedo arruinado este plagio de Darkseid.
En esta serie no hubo realmente consecuencias trancedentes posteriormente. Las muertes nunca existieron realmente.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 13, 2024
A must read for true marvel fans. Harks back to the cosmic stories of the past. The art and writing are top notch, in a classic comic book sense.
November 10, 2024
Hulk calls wolverine "shorty" ... nuff said
June 17, 2020
Full Disclosure: first time reading this, ever, but knew a few minor details. The MCU version of this story is nothing short of epic, after such buildup and mastery of storytelling.
Now, to see what the source material was all about. It did not disappoint! I appreciate that the MCU takes lines and moments from this and made it their own in the movie! [Especially that Maw opening line!] The amount of characters in this story was amazing, but the very beginning is ironically the end of the movie version. We take the time to see several different reactions to what's going on.
Then to Thanos. I knew he was completely different from the MCU because of simply one Lady Death. It was strange seeing how hard he tried to impress her, inflicting chaos on all just to not even get a reaction. He literally drove himself MAD [wink wink].
The powers of the Infinity Stones was something to see, and drawn spectacularly. And the participating parties in the war was just WOW! I was stunned by the Cosmic Entities! I had only heard of about half of them, but wow! Are they impressive, to say the least! Need to read more on them!
Adam Warlock is a standout, of course, I had heard he was a huge part of this series, now I know why! Strangely, the MCU did PHENOMENAL adapting this story without him!
Overall, I can see why this is one of the most popular of Marvel's INFINITE collection [I'm sorry, no more puns], and now on to the sequel! Highly recommended!
Now, to see what the source material was all about. It did not disappoint! I appreciate that the MCU takes lines and moments from this and made it their own in the movie! [Especially that Maw opening line!] The amount of characters in this story was amazing, but the very beginning is ironically the end of the movie version. We take the time to see several different reactions to what's going on.
Then to Thanos. I knew he was completely different from the MCU because of simply one Lady Death. It was strange seeing how hard he tried to impress her, inflicting chaos on all just to not even get a reaction. He literally drove himself MAD [wink wink].
The powers of the Infinity Stones was something to see, and drawn spectacularly. And the participating parties in the war was just WOW! I was stunned by the Cosmic Entities! I had only heard of about half of them, but wow! Are they impressive, to say the least! Need to read more on them!
Adam Warlock is a standout, of course, I had heard he was a huge part of this series, now I know why! Strangely, the MCU did PHENOMENAL adapting this story without him!
Overall, I can see why this is one of the most popular of Marvel's INFINITE collection [I'm sorry, no more puns], and now on to the sequel! Highly recommended!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 4, 2023
Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition is a very good book. Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition is the original story of Thanos and the Infinity Gauntlet, written back in 1991. The story follows Thanos after he has collected all 6 Infinity Stones. Thanos becomes an almost omnipotent being. Adam Warlock goes to Earth to find the greatest heroes in order to stop Thanos from snapping half the universe away. That is everything I can say without spoiling the story.
One thing I liked about this book was the plot. This was the very first time Thanos had the Infinity Gauntlet and collected all six stones, so it was brand new, unique, and original. Obviously, if a writer wrote about Thanos and the Infinity Gauntlet today, it would be considered just another Thanos comic since it has been done so many times.
It isn’t easy to find something I disliked about the book, but it would be the artwork if I had to say something. The original comic was created in 1991, so the artwork is a little old and that great by today’s standards. I know some people enjoy the old art style, but personally, I prefer the more modern designs.
Overall, I would give Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition an 8/10. It is the first time Thanos collects all 6 Infinity Stones, so it’s interesting to see how Thanos has evolved over the years. I would recommend Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition to any Marvel fans, as it is quite a staple in the modern Marvel franchise. With all that said, thank you for reading my review.
One thing I liked about this book was the plot. This was the very first time Thanos had the Infinity Gauntlet and collected all six stones, so it was brand new, unique, and original. Obviously, if a writer wrote about Thanos and the Infinity Gauntlet today, it would be considered just another Thanos comic since it has been done so many times.
It isn’t easy to find something I disliked about the book, but it would be the artwork if I had to say something. The original comic was created in 1991, so the artwork is a little old and that great by today’s standards. I know some people enjoy the old art style, but personally, I prefer the more modern designs.
Overall, I would give Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition an 8/10. It is the first time Thanos collects all 6 Infinity Stones, so it’s interesting to see how Thanos has evolved over the years. I would recommend Infinity Gauntlet: Deluxe Edition to any Marvel fans, as it is quite a staple in the modern Marvel franchise. With all that said, thank you for reading my review.
August 14, 2023
Obviously it’s hard not to compare what the MCU did with adapting this (considering most of the characters involved in the comic form don’t/didn’t exist in the MCU), but I still enjoyed this as the Infinity Saga’s inspiration. It’s completely action packed and engaging with (unsurprisingly) stunning art that sucks you into the story. Definitely want to go back and read the stories that lead up to this epic battle.
August 1, 2019
I liked the movie better.
May 12, 2020
Infinity gauntlet is the definition of epic
This is the inspiration for the MCUs "infinity war" and "end game". An exciting edge of your seat thrill ride.
This is the inspiration for the MCUs "infinity war" and "end game". An exciting edge of your seat thrill ride.
October 14, 2021
Good story and some aspects from the movie in here, but so much missing in the movie.
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