THE INFERNAL HULK #5 (MARVEL COMICS)
The Hulk is still on the rampage, and the Age of Monsters is in full swing. Now Earth’s Mightiest Warriors are tasked with stopping him. However, the destruction the Hulk has caused hasn’t just hit the heroes but also small-town America.
The Infernal Hulk #5 - Written By Phillip Kennedy Johnson - Pencils By Kev Walker – Inks By Cam Smith - Colors By Matthew Wilson - Letters By Cory Petit - Edited By Jordan D. White - Published By Marvel Comics
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STORY OVERVIEW:
Bruce and Betty are at the funeral for Tommy Watson a soldier that was killed in the initial attack by the Hulk. He was the son of their friend Nattie, and it was a tough realization for both of them. Meanwhile, Iron Man, Captain Marvel, Captain America, and others have shown up Cincinnati, Ohio to cut off the Hulk from destroying yet another city. Just as the heroes go to engage, One Above All swoops in and goes after the Hulk. After a short battle Hulk dispatches of this would be savior. This makes the other heroes decide to retreat and regroup for another day. While this is going on Bruce and Betty go to give their support to Nattie but instead find a horror that they weren’t expecting.
WRITING:
This issue juggles a few different timelines but does it well and without confusion. Phillip Kennedy Johnson taps into the horror of this crazy world and really delivers. The drama of the funeral of Tommy Watson brings a stark reality to what’s going on and pays this off with a real horror scene at the end of the book. Johnson does an amazing job showing the fight between Hulk and One Above All. But the retreating of the other heroes in response to the outcome speaks volumes about how dangerous this version of Hulk truly is.
ARTWORK:
The artwork featured in this issue demonstrates both originality and creativity. The art team skillfully brings the setting to life with elements that subtly evoke a Willy Wonka-inspired atmosphere. Backgrounds incorporate imaginative fantasy objects with a touch of horror, resulting in an environment that provides the Hulk with a distinctive and innovative space. The quality of the landscapes complements the well-executed character designs. Moreover, the effective combination of dark and vibrant colors enhances the overall visual impact of the piece.
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Final Thoughts:
The Infernal Hulk #5 does a great job of bridging the story together thus far. The threat of the Hulk is in full swing and even the bravest heroes must pause at fighting him. The Drama and horror do the most work in this issue and deliver on both genres. This story is steady and consistent which makes for a good read overall.
FINAL GRADE: 8/10
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