Wizard Ace Edition: The Incredible Hulk #1 #[nn]

May 2003 · Marvel; Wizard · [none]

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In "Part 1: The Coming of the Hulk," Stan Lee and Jack Kirby reunite for a thrilling tale that kicks off with the Hulk and Rick Jones captured and spirited behind the Iron Curtain. With Andy Kubert’s dynamic cover setting the tone, this 2003 Wizard Ace Edition delivers a classic origin twist, as the Gargoyle—haunted by his monstrous form—seeks redemption and a chance at humanity.

Contains 5 stories

Part 1: The Coming of the Hulk

6 pp · Superhero

In this gripping origin tale, scientist Bruce Banner risks everything to save a young boy from a catastrophic nuclear explosion—only to be engulfed by deadly gamma radiation. Now, by day he’s a brilliant mind, but as the sun sets, he awakens as a towering, unstoppable force known as the Hulk.

Part 2: The Hulk Strikes!

5 pp · Superhero

Part 3: The Search for the Hulk

3 pp · Superhero

Part 4: Enter... the Gargoyle!

5 pp · Superhero

Part 5: The Hulk Triumphant!

5 pp · Superhero

Hulk [Bruce Banner]Rick JonesBetty RossThunderbolt RossIgorGargoyle [Yuri Topolov] (death)

In "Part 5: The Hulk Triumphant!", the Hulk and Rick Jones are captured by the Gargoyle and taken behind the Iron Curtain, where a desperate plea for redemption unfolds. With the Gargoyle yearning to be human again, Banner offers a chance at cure—leading to a tense alliance that could mean freedom or betrayal.