Thanos' legacy in the MCU has been nothing short of iconic. From his intimidating introduction inAvengers' end credits to his epic downfall inEndgame, he remains one of Marvel’s most memorable antagonists. His complex motivations and raw power left a lasting impact, while also opening up avenues of mockery - liketheLokiEaster Eggshowing his ill-advised ‘Thanos Copter’ from the comics and a hilarious death over inWhat If…?With these gags welcomed by fans,it’s hard not to wonder why the MCU has yet to address his most ridiculous moment.
Despite the ever-expanding multiverse of stories being told in the MCU, the fact thatit hasn’t addressed the ridiculousness ofThanos' initial comic book appearanceis a massive mistake.Due to a coloring error, his initial reveal was a bit more revealing than intended, with Thanos sporting a codpiece and ankle boots, but little in the way of pants.
This flamboyant design doesn’t exactly gel withThanos’s intimidating presence in the MCU, but now that the movies have passed far beyond the Infinity War saga, it seems like the perfect opportunity to let him show off his thicc thighs and provide a deep cut gag for longtime fans.
Due to a coloring error, his pants were the same color as his skin…
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Thanos' Codpiece Look Needs to Hit the MCU
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When Thanos debuted inIron Man #55(by Jim Starlin and Mike Friedrich), Marvel made an unfortunate artistic error that was corrected in all subsequent appearances. His costume featured a strange design choice that caused both confusion and amusement over the years. The massive god-like villain was first introduced wearing what appeared to be a tunic and little else.Due to a coloring error, his pants were the same color as his skin, making it seem like he was boldly showcasing his limber lavender legs.
This error essentially turned the bottom of the Mad Titan’s outfit into bikini bottoms, leaving little else to the imagination. The design choice, whether intentional or not, created a bizarre look that found a spot in many fans' hearts, and yet it wasn’t addressed in the MCU. The Multiverse Saga certainly hasn’t been shy about bringing Thanos back,meaningthere have been a plethora of opportunities for his space speedo to make a cameo. References like this are whatmade Deadpool and Wolverine such a treatfor fans, so bringing this look into movie canon could give the purple patriarch some much-needed charm.
The Multiverse Can Make It Happen
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With the Multiverse Saga in full swing,there are endless possibilities for Thanos’ skin pants to make an appearance.The multiverse has already provided a wealth of opportunities to introduce different versions of Thanos, and one of these could easily reference his embarrassing debut. It would be the perfect moment for the MCU to poke fun at the character’s past, giving audiences a break from the usual tension and drama associated with the Mad Titan. The irony could add a fun layer to his character, which would be a refreshing reinvention for the retired villain.
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Hopefully, the MCU will seize this opportunity soon, as it’s exactly the kind of deep-cut comic acknowledgment that fans love. Eventually,Thanos will be too far in the pastfor continued cameo references to work, so here’s hoping Marvel acts fast. Marvel can add a layer of levity to its multiversal adventures by making fun ofThanos' unfortunate first look.
