The Infinity Gauntlet

Published in 1991 by Marvel Comics, 'The Infinity Gauntlet' was a six-issue crossover event written by Jim Starlin with art by George Pérez and Ron Lim. The story centers around the Mad Titan Thanos, who has acquired all six Infinity Gems, granting him god-like power. With a snap of his fingers, he wipes out half of all life in the universe to impress Mistress Death. The remaining heroes of the Marvel Universe, including the Avengers, X-Men, and cosmic entities, band together to stop Thanos. Key characters include Adam Warlock, Silver Surfer, Doctor Strange, and the cosmic entities Eternity and Galactus. The series explores themes of power, responsibility, and sacrifice. 'The Infinity Gauntlet' had a significant impact on the Marvel Universe, leading to sequels such as 'Infinity War' and 'Infinity Crusade'. It is considered a classic and essential reading for Marvel fans, influencing various media adaptations, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The series was critically acclaimed for its ambitious storytelling and artwork.