Hulk is a fictional superhero created by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1 in 1962. Hulk is the alter ego of Dr. Bruce Banner, a brilliant scientist who was exposed to gamma rays while saving the life of Rick Jones, a young man who wandered into a test site.
The gamma radiation altered Banner’s DNA and caused him to transform into a green-skinned, muscular giant with incredible strength and durability whenever he is angry or stressed.
The Hulk is often hunted by the military, led by General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, who is the father of Banner’s love interest, Betty Ross. The Hulk also has many enemies, such as the Leader, the Abomination, and the Red Skull.
The Hulk’s origin story was influenced by the Cold War era, as well as the literary works of Frankenstein and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The Hulk also explored themes such as identity, trauma, rage, and morality.
Some of his most famous stories are Planet Hulk, World War Hulk, and Immortal Hulk. The Hulk has also appeared in various media adaptations, such as animated series, video games, and live-action films.
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