The former master of the Silver Surfer, Galactus is the devourer of worlds. Directing his herald, Silver Surfer, Galactus travels throughout the universe consuming planets and feeding his never-ending hunger. Galactus remained unchallenged until the Surfer was sent to Earth, where he turned against his master in order to save the people and their planet. Banishing the Surfer and swearing a lifelong vendetta against him, Galactus created a new herald. His quest to satisfy his hunger continues throughout the galaxies. This endless quest leads him into continual conflict with the sentinel of the spaceways, the Silver Surfer.