{"product_id":"the-incredible-hulk-vol-1-276a-marvel-comics-1982-direct-edition","title":"The Incredible Hulk, Vol. 1 #276A (Marvel Comics 1982) Direct Edition","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Incredible Hulk, Vol. 1, #276A (Marvel Comics, 1982) Direct Edition is a Bronze Age standout that combines high-stakes gamma science with the emotional tension of Banner, Hulk, and Betty. This issue delivers a compact, character-driven arc wrapped in dynamic artwork and a pivotal confrontation that still feels fresh for collectors and new readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCover by Al Milgrom anchors a story written by Bill Mantlo, with pencils by Sal Buscema and inks by Joe Sinnott. The plot centers on Bruce Banner using gamma devices to pull gamma energy out of Rick Jones’ body, a daring move that saves Rick’s life while demonstrating how Banner can, for a moment, control the transformations that define the Hulk’s struggle. Rick’s relief contrasts with Betty Ross’s fear—she loves Banner, not the Hulk, and this chapter pushes the question of what life with the Hulk really means for everyone involved.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey creators\u003c\/strong\u003e: Al Milgrom (cover), Bill Mantlo (writer), Sal Buscema (artist), Joe Sinnott (inker) — a team renowned for delivering clean linework and expressive action that anchors the story’s emotional beats.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStory highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e: The return of the U-Foes test Bruce Banner’s control over the Hulk; Banner, wielding gamma power with precision, gains the upper hand—only for X-Ray to force a dramatic shift back to Banner and lead to Bruce’s capture. The tension between Banner and the Hulk is front and center, with Betty’s perspective adding a sharp emotional counterpoint.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat details\u003c\/strong\u003e: 36 pages, full color, direct edition. Original cover price listed as $0.60, making it an affordable Bronze Age key for your collection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters to collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: This issue captures a critical moment where science, power, and personal relationships collide, offering a snapshot of Marvel’s character-driven storytelling during the early 1980s. It’s a strong entry point for readers building a Hulk run that blends action with psychological depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a devoted Hulk aficionado, a Bronze to Bronze-Modern curious collector, or someone seeking a standalone tale that showcases how far Bruce Banner will go to protect those he cares about, this issue delivers. It’s an authentic piece of Marvel history that highlights the symbiotic relationship between Banner and the Hulk, the perilous balance of power, and the human stakes at the heart of the monster’s legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ugly Monkey Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51334430064918,"sku":"UG-5379-THE-UGL-DEF","price":9.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/4301\/3142\/files\/06FCF666-4FE0-4D54-90C6-37F1735E9F80.jpg?v=1779488449","url":"https:\/\/uglymonkeycomics.com\/products\/the-incredible-hulk-vol-1-276a-marvel-comics-1982-direct-edition","provider":"Ugly Monkey Comics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}