10 DC Characters Who Could Handle the Infinity Gauntlet’s Power

The Infinity Gauntlet is incredibly powerful, ranking among the most formidable objects in Marvel history. When combined with the Infinity Stones (originally called Gems), it grants the user god-like power. The original comic book series, Infinity Gauntlet, was a massive success, and the concept has become hugely popular in recent years thanks to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While the movie version is well-known, the comic book Gauntlet is even more powerful and can be wielded by anyone, regardless of their strength. Over the years, many heroes and villains have sought to possess it, making it one of the most desired items in the universe.

DC Comics is full of powerful items, but few compare to the incredible strength of the Infinity Gauntlet. Still, there are several heroes and villains who could easily control its immense energy. Here are ten DC characters capable of wielding the Infinity Gauntlet and using its power to get what they want.

10) Vandal Savage

Vandal Savage is a major enemy of the Justice League, and over the millennia, he’s amassed incredible power. Having lived for over a hundred thousand years, he’s collected many powerful artifacts – including something called the Totality – so the Gauntlet would be just another addition to his collection. Savage is incredibly strong-willed and believes he deserves to be a god. In fact, achieving godhood through the Gauntlet would feel natural to him, as he’s always considered himself divine. If he obtained ultimate power, he would reshape the universe with himself as its ruthless ruler.

9) Brainiac

Brainiac, one of Superman’s greatest foes, would be exceptionally dangerous with the Infinity Gauntlet. It would fundamentally alter his approach to achieving his goals. Brainiac is driven by an insatiable need to collect knowledge, and usually does so through widespread destruction. The Gauntlet would give him instant access to all knowledge, removing the need for destruction. He could then fulfill his purpose and travel the universe with godlike power. Because of his logical nature, he’d wield this power carefully, building a perfectly ordered—and terrifying—universe with himself in complete control.

8) The Joker

It might be surprising, but the Joker would likely adapt to having godlike power. While it would cause immense suffering initially, he’s demonstrated the ability to wield such power effectively – consistently enacting terrible acts when given the opportunity. The Gauntlet, with its Mind Stone, could be particularly interesting for him. We’ve seen him gain immense power before, like with the Worlogog, and even stop when confronted with the consequences of his actions – as happened when Martian Manhunter connected him to the people he was harming. Because the Gauntlet’s Mind Stone would immediately expose him to the suffering of everyone, there’s a real possibility it could actually reform the Joker, potentially turning him into a genuinely good and benevolent god.

7) Lex Luthor

Lex Luthor is DC’s most brilliant and unpredictable mind, and surprisingly, his goals align with what it would take to wield the Infinity Gauntlet. It makes sense – Luthor constantly seeks greater power, and the Gauntlet would be a perfect fit. He’s dealt with immense, god-like power before – like when he possessed the Totality and the Worlogog – so he’s proven he could handle it. While he’d undoubtedly become a ruthless tyrant – likely turning humanity into an unstoppable, Kryptonian-level army for conquest – he’d be incredibly effective at achieving his aims with the Gauntlet’s power.

6) Darkseid

As a Darkseid fan, let me tell you, he’s always been a god-level being, and total control is kind of his thing. He’s actually possessed the Anti-Life Equation before, which basically meant he could control anyone! So, the idea of him with the Infinity Gauntlet? Honestly, it’s terrifying, but not entirely surprising. He could reshape reality to his will. The funny thing is, he’s had the Gauntlet before, tossed it aside because it didn’t work outside its own universe, and it wouldn’t really change much for him. He already has near-absolute control over everything, so the Gauntlet would just be a bit of extra power for a being who already has almost all of it.

5) Barry Allen

Barry Allen, also known as The Flash, is a genuinely good person who consistently tries to do what’s right. While he did make a serious mistake altering the timeline to save his mother, his heart is in the right place. That’s why he’d be a great choice to wield the Infinity Gauntlet. He’s already demonstrated he can manage incredible power, and he would use it to protect the universe, correcting mistakes and safeguarding reality with its immense capabilities.

4) Zatanna

Zatanna is a master of magic, considered the most powerful sorcerer in her world. Trained by her father, she’s continually expanded her magical knowledge and abilities. Because she’s fundamentally a good person, she would wield the incredible power of the Infinity Gauntlet responsibly and for the benefit of others. As someone already capable of altering reality through magic, she’d quickly adapt to the Gauntlet’s power and would become a truly benevolent and effective cosmic being, using her abilities to help those in need.

3) Batman

If Batman ever got his hands on the Infinity Gauntlet, he’d be overwhelmed by its power, but he’d ultimately be able to control it. He’s proven he can handle immense power before – he once sat on Metron’s Moebius Chair and gained complete knowledge, using it effectively. He’d do the same with the Gauntlet, and he’d eagerly use it to eliminate crime entirely, even bringing back anyone he’d failed to save. This would lead him to create a perfectly ordered world, maintained through his typically harsh methods. Essentially, he’d become unbeatable, capable of overcoming any challenge, unless he chose to lose.

2) Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is uniquely suited to wield the Infinity Gauntlet. As the most skilled Amazonian warrior and a naturally compassionate person, she’s an ideal candidate. Believing strongly in peace and protection, she could quickly use the Gauntlet’s power to achieve her goals – reshaping the universe into a better, more beautiful place and improving the lives of everyone. She’d be an overwhelmingly powerful force for good.

1) Superman

Superman is widely considered DC’s most iconic hero, consistently fighting for what’s right and inspiring others. Combining his powers with the Infinity Gauntlet seems like a perfect fit, although there’s a catch. Superman has handled immense power before, as seen in DC K.O., so the Gauntlet wouldn’t overwhelm him. However, he likely wouldn’t keep that power indefinitely. He’d use it to improve the universe and then find a way to remove its influence, preventing villains from exploiting it. Despite this, he might decide to hold onto it, becoming an all-powerful force for good and ensuring its safety.

2026-05-11 18:16