Jim Starlin

Jim Starlin is widely recognized for his cosmic sagas in Marvel Comics, particularly for creating or significantly developing characters like Thanos, Drax the Destroyer, and Gamora. His work on the Infinity Gauntlet storyline is considered a landmark event in comic book history.

For readers new to Jim Starlin's work, a good starting point is often his 'Infinity Gauntlet' storyline, which is a pivotal event in the Marvel Universe. Alternatively, his earlier work on 'Captain Marvel' or 'Warlock' established many of the cosmic themes he later explored.

Jim Starlin has indeed contributed significantly to both Marvel and DC Comics. While he is most famous for his Marvel cosmic epics, he also had notable runs on DC titles such as 'Batman' and 'Cosmic Odyssey'.

Many of Jim Starlin's creations and storylines, particularly those involving Thanos and the Infinity Saga, have been adapted into major motion pictures within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Characters he developed, like Gamora and Drax, are central figures in the Guardians of the Galaxy films.