Galactus (/ ɡəˈlæktəs /) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Formerly a mortal man, he is a cosmic entity who consumes planets to sustain …

Galactus is a cosmic being that consumes the life energy found in planets for sustenance. During the previous multiversal cycle, the Sixth Cosmos, he was a mortal Taa-an named Galan of Taa.

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Galactus is the infamous "Devourer of Worlds" in the Marvel Universe. His powers are nearly omnipotent. He has appointed several entities as his Heralds, imbuing them with the Power …

Jul 10, 2025 · Galactus’ origins are a little bit confusing, as they have been retconned so many times. But, currently, Galactus comes from The Sixth Cosmos, which is essentially the …

Jul 25, 2025 · One of Marvel Comics’ most powerful cosmic entities, Galactus was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, and first appeared in Fantastic Four #48 (March 1966). …

Jul 25, 2025 · Well, Galactus has been in Marvel lore since The Fantastic Four #48 in 1966, and his origin story has pretty much remained the same. Originally an explorer named Galan from …

Mar 12, 2025 · Galactus is considered to be one of the most feared beings in all of creation, a ravenous colossus of planetary consumption. Given that reputation, you better believe he’s …

Aug 16, 2024 · From his cosmic origins in the Silver Age – a fertile period for comic book creativity – to his upcoming appearance in the MCU, the evolution of Galactus has been a journey of …

Formerly a mortal man, he is a cosmic entity who consumes planets to sustain his life force, and serves a functional role in the upkeep of the primary Marvel continuity. He was created by …