The Incredible Hulk Annual #9

This 1980 King-Size Annual finds the Hulk at the center of a chaotic brawl, cover-penciled by Steve Ditko and inked by Al Milgrom, as the green goliath throws down against an array of armored, mechanized opponents whose massive gauntleted fists fill the frame — with a suited figure watching tensely in the background. The cover's bold "Checkmate!" tagline ties neatly to the interior story, "A Game of Monsters and Kings," hinting at a conflict where brute strength meets calculated strategy. It's a satisfying annual package with Doug Moench writing and art contributions from Steve Ditko and Al Milgrom, making this an appealing slice of Marvel's early 1980s action storytelling.