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STARFOXEROS OF TITAN
The charming Eternal from Titan and brother of Thanos, Eros possesses the unique ability to stimulate pleasure centers in others' brains. A longtime Avenger with a complicated history, Starfox brings cosmic connections and controversial storylines to the Marvel Universe.
CARD
#008
DEBUT
1973
FIRST
IM #55
DEMAND
RISING
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2025 TOPPS MARVEL MINT
This premium trading card is part of the 2025 Topps Marvel Mint collection. Each card showcases Marvel's greatest heroes and villains with exceptional artwork and collectible value.
The Eternal Hedonist: Origins of Starfox
Eros first appeared in Iron Man #55 (February 1973), the same issue that introduced his brother Thanos. Created by Jim Starlin, Eros was conceived as the polar opposite of the Mad Titan. While Thanos was obsessed with death and destruction, Eros embraced life, pleasure, and love. This fundamental contrast between the brothers has defined both characters for decades.
Born on Titan, a moon of Saturn, Eros is one of the Eternals, an offshoot of humanity created by the Celestials millions of years ago. Unlike his brother, who was born with the Deviant Syndrome that gave him his distinctive appearance, Eros was considered handsome and charming from birth. He spent centuries pursuing pleasure across the cosmos before eventually joining Earth's Avengers.
The name "Starfox" was given to him by Janet Van Dyne (the Wasp) when he joined the Avengers, as she felt his birth name "Eros" was too suggestive for a superhero. His time with the Avengers was marked by both heroism and controversy, as his powers raised ethical questions that would later become central to his character.
Eternal Physiology and Unique Abilities
ETERNAL POWERS
- Superhuman strength, speed, and durability
- Flight capability through mental manipulation
- Virtual immortality and regenerative healing
PLEASURE STIMULATION
- Psychic ability to stimulate pleasure centers
- Can influence emotions and create euphoria
- Requires physical proximity to function
MCU Investment Thesis: Eternals Connection
Starfox made his MCU debut in the post-credits scene of "Eternals" (2021), portrayed by Harry Styles. This casting generated massive buzz and positioned the character for significant future development. His connection to Thanos—one of the MCU's most iconic villains—provides natural storytelling opportunities.
The character's appearance alongside Pip the Troll (voiced by Patton Oswalt) suggests Marvel has plans for cosmic adventures featuring Starfox. With the Eternals franchise established and the multiverse saga expanding, Starfox could play a role in future Avengers films or cosmic storylines.
INVESTMENT ALERT: The Harry Styles casting created significant collector interest. Starfox cards spiked after the Eternals post-credits reveal and remain elevated. Future MCU appearances could drive additional appreciation.
Team Affiliations and Key Storylines
AVENGERS
Full member during the 1980s, served alongside She-Hulk and Captain Marvel
ETERNALS OF TITAN
Born into the Titan colony, brother of Thanos
DARK GUARDIANS
Joined cosmic team to hunt Gamora
2025 Marvel Mint Collector Analysis
Card #008 Starfox benefits from the character's MCU introduction and celebrity casting. While historically a B-list character, the Harry Styles connection has elevated collector interest significantly. The Bronze tier placement offers accessible entry for speculators betting on future MCU development.
For collectors building an Eternals or cosmic-themed subset, Starfox pairs naturally with Thanos (#077), the Collector (#021), and other cosmic characters. His connection to the Infinity Saga through his brother adds historical significance to the card.
PARALLEL CHASE
Gold and Red parallels complement the character's aesthetic
INVESTMENT RATING
MODERATE-HIGH - MCU debut with celebrity casting