Human Cannonball

Jack Pulver is a skilled acrobat who performed under the name Human Cannonball as a member of the Circus of Crime, a troupe of criminals who used their carnival talents to commit robberies — most notably crossing paths with the Hulk.

Launched from the pages of The Incredible Hulk #3 in 1962, Human Cannonball is a genuine Silver Age original — one of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's early creations at a Marvel Comics that was just beginning to reshape superhero storytelling. A member of both the Circus of Crime and the Avengers, this character occupies a wonderfully eclectic corner of the Marvel Universe, sharing adventures with the likes of Ringmaster, Clown, and Elliot Franklin across decades of colorful storytelling. Most at home in the pages of Thor, Ghost Rider, and Marvel Spectacular, Human Cannonball has racked up three key collector issues over a remarkable 63-year publishing history — a testament to the enduring appeal of Marvel's wilder, big-top side. For fans who love discovering the offbeat characters that give the Marvel Universe its rich texture, this one's a genuine find.