Hulk
The Hulk is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1 (May 1962). Here are some key details about the character:
Character Background
- Real Name: Dr. Robert Bruce Banner
- Alter Ego: The Hulk
- Origin: Banner was exposed to high levels of gamma radiation while saving a young man during the detonation of an experimental bomb, leading to his transformation into the Hulk.
- Abilities: When transformed, Hulk possesses superhuman strength that grows with his anger, near-invulnerability, accelerated healing, and occasionally superhuman leaping abilities.
Personality
The Hulk's personality varies significantly between different versions and incarnations:
- Savage Hulk: Childlike, angry, and destructive, with limited speech capabilities.
- Professor Hulk: An amalgamation of Banner's intellect with Hulk's strength, more controlled and articulate.
- Green Scar: A more intelligent, strategic, and vengeful version from the "Planet Hulk" storyline.
Publication History
The Hulk has had several series and incarnations:
- His initial series ran from 1962 to 1963.
- A new series, The Incredible Hulk, began in 1968 and became one of Marvel's longest-running titles, lasting until 1999.
- The character has been featured in various limited series, one-shots, and ongoing titles.
Other Media
Social Impact
The character of the Hulk has been interpreted as a metaphor for many issues, including:
- Inner conflict and rage management
- Nuclear fear during the Cold War
- Identity and transformation
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