Marvel fans divided over Thanos' surprise return and new look

Thanos’ reign of terror drew to a close in the Marvel Cinematic Universe back in 2019’s Avengers: Endgame, but the big purple fella is still wreaking havoc in the world of Marvel Comics.

If a character dies in the MCU, you’re somewhat unlikely to see them again.

It’s more crucial in cinema that you establish that sense of peril, to allow the audience to invest in the stakes that you’re establishing.

Of course, there is the odd exception where death isn’t final - I’m looking at you Robert Downey Jr. - but it certainly is for the most part.

It’s a different kettle of fish entirely when it comes to Marvel Comics.

As soon as one series draws to a close, whether that ends in death or happy ever after, it’s usually never too long before a new one begins.

As such, if you find yourself yearning for more Thanos, you won’t be disappointed by the number of comics available all centring around the Mad Titan.

In the character’s latest run, he’s sporting an interesting new look that’s got fans talking.

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As reported by ComicBook, The Avengers Annual #1 has now been launched, from writer Derek Landy and artist Salvador Larroca.

The run will see Thanos continue his search for the six Infinity Stones - an endeavour he’s not yet completed in this latest iteration of the tale.

In the preceding series, Thanos by Christopher Cantwell and Luca Pizzari, the stones acquired ‘stone bearers’ after Thanos imprisoned his former love in the Death Stone.

Storyline aside though, it’s Thanos’ drip that I want to focus on.

In previous issues, the character has sported a long-sleeved gold and blue themed outfit - a set of armour most associated with the Infinity Gauntlet, Infinity War, and Infinite Crusade series’ in the early 90s.

In The Avengers Annual #1 though, Thanos’ wears a new sleeveless blue and gold armour which is much more akin to what we saw the character wear in the MCU’s Infinity War and Endgame films.

The thing is that people are split over whether the comics should show this kind of synergy or whether it’s crucial for Marvel Comics to maintain its own identity.

Personally, I don’t see the harm. It’s a great outfit design and it’s nice to see it surface again.