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Incredible Hulk (1962) #288
Incredible Hulk (1962) #288
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Incredible Hulk (1962) #288 – M.O.D.O.K., Ross, and Abomination vs. Hulk!
Incredible Hulk (1962) #288 (October 10, 1983), written by Bill Mantlo with pencils by Sal Buscema and inks by Joe Sinnott, is a high-stakes Bronze Age issue. M.O.D.O.K., the diabolical mental mastermind, strikes a sinister deal with General Ross to unleash the Abomination against the Hulk, aiming to destroy him once and for all. The resulting battle is a brutal showdown, pitting the Hulk’s raw power against the Abomination’s savage strength, with Ross and M.O.D.O.K.’s machinations escalating the chaos. Bill Mantlo’s story blends intense action with strategic villainy, while Sal Buscema’s dynamic art, paired with Sinnott’s crisp inks, vividly captures the destructive clash and the Hulk’s resilience.
Highlights
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M.O.D.O.K. and General Ross’ deadly alliance against Hulk.
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Brutal Hulk vs. Abomination showdown.
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Bill Mantlo’s gripping mix of action and villainous schemes.
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Sal Buscema’s powerful art with Joe Sinnott’s polished inks.
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Key Bronze Age chapter in the Hulk saga.
Value & Trends
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Current: $5–$15 (VG/FN), $20–$40 (VF), $50–$80 (NM) on eBay/MyComicShop, with CGC 9.8 copies fetching $100–$150 due to the issue’s major villains and Mantlo’s run. Newsstand editions may see a slight premium for scarcity.
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Trends: Hulk’s popularity, Godzilla vs. Hulk #1 (2025), and Spider-Man 4 (2026) hype, alongside M.O.D.O.K.’s MCU exposure (Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, 2023), could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months. High-grade copies may hit $100–$200 in 2–3 years if Abomination or Ross gain MCU focus (e.g., Avengers: Secret Wars, 2027). Comic-Con 2025 news could boost demand.
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Market: Bronze Age Hulk issues with Mantlo’s writing, Buscema’s art, and key villains like M.O.D.O.K. and Abomination are prized by collectors, especially in NM or slabbed grades.
Key Characters
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Hulk (Bruce Banner): Hero facing a triple threat.
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M.O.D.O.K.: Scheming mastermind allied with Ross.
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General Ross: Military leader plotting Hulk’s downfall.
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Abomination: Savage enforcer battling Hulk.
Why Buy?
This issue’s M.O.D.O.K.-Ross-Abomination conspiracy, epic Hulk battle, and Buscema’s stellar art make it a Bronze Age gem. Mantlo’s intense storytelling thrills Hulk fans and collectors. Grab it in NM condition before Hulk’s cinematic surge or villain revivals spike prices!
This issue’s M.O.D.O.K.-Ross-Abomination conspiracy, epic Hulk battle, and Buscema’s stellar art make it a Bronze Age gem. Mantlo’s intense storytelling thrills Hulk fans and collectors. Grab it in NM condition before Hulk’s cinematic surge or villain revivals spike prices!
Price: $5 (VG) to $80 (NM, raw); $100–$150 (CGC 9.8). High-grade copies hold top future value.
