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Thanos originally had a larger role in the first Guardians of the Galaxy. 1 / 8

Former head of visual development for Marvel Studios Charlie Wen revealed this during an interview. 2 / 8

The villain would have a larger relationship with his adopted daughters Gamora and Nebula. 3 / 8

But after Thanos was made into a bigger MCU threat, he was cut from the film. 4 / 8

Ronan received a much heavier presence in the narrative. 5 / 8

Thanos was restored to the film at the last minute in a minor role. 6 / 8

The plot thread about his "children" received more focus in Infinity War and Endgame. 7 / 8

Wen remembered the last minute decision, saying "designing [Thanos] and his throne was pretty rushed." 8 / 8