This is a list of prominent cosmic or mystic beings appearing in the fictional Marvel Universe, as defined by status and/or god-like power level. Licensed or creator-owned characters (G.I. Joe, Groo the Wanderer, RoboCop, Star Trek, Star Wars, etc.) shouldn't be included. Neither do temporary power-ups through outside sources (e.g. the Red Skull possessing a cosmic cube, etc.). Marvel Universe characters who exist in other dimensions, timelines, or times (such as Conan the Barbarian, Dormammu, or Kang the Conqueror) are included. Company owned characters below are also included with reference. Marvel has periodically published guides to their characters under the title Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe, a Marvel Comics Presents series and a series of Marvel Universe Cards. Epic Comics, Marvel UK, Marvel Knights, Marvel 2099, Razorline, and Ultraverse are a trademark of Marvel Publications.
