Drax the Destroyer is a fictional character from the Marvel Comics universe, first appearing in 1973. He was originally created as a human named Arthur Douglas, who was transformed into a powerful warrior by the cosmic entity Mentor to seek revenge against Thanos, the Mad Titan. Drax possesses superhuman strength, durability, and the ability to fly, making him a formidable opponent. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Drax is portrayed by actor Dave Bautista. He is a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy, a group of intergalactic misfits who band together to protect the universe. Drax is known for his literal interpretation of language and his quest for vengeance against Ronin the Accuser, who killed his family.