Hulk #24
In the year 3000, a desperate mission sends an unemployed pilot on a one-way journey to the edge of the universe, chosen not for skill but for a quiet resignation that makes him the perfect candidate. Written by Stan Lee and Hartmut Huff, with art by Steve Ditko and colors by Stan Goldberg, Hulk #24 explores the haunting aftermath when the ship returns—and the pilot, forever changed, can only whisper, “I know!”—leaving scientists to grapple with the cost of cosmic revelation. The cover, by Hans-Joachim Lührs, captures the eerie stillness of a mind that has seen too much.
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In the year 3000 a spaceship is developed to take man to the very end of the universe. Since the scientists think the chances of returning are slim, they choose an unemployed pilot with an unhappy life who doesn't really care as long as he learns the secret of the universe. The ship actually does return to Earth, but when they bring out the pilot all he can repeat over and over is "I know!" The scientists realize they must abandon their quest since the pilot's mind has snapped with his realization, but observe that at least he has finally gained some measure of happiness.
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