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Creation & Design

Maestro was created by Peter David and George Pérez, first appearing in 'The Incredible Hulk' #401 in 1992. The character is an alternate future version of the Hulk, representing a darker and more tyrannical side of Bruce Banner.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain in the 'Future Imperfect' storyline, Maestro quickly became a significant character in the Hulk mythos, showcasing a dystopian future where he rules with an iron fist.

Character Development

Over the years, Maestro has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character representing the darker aspects of the Hulk's psyche. His stories often explore themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of one's actions.

Cultural Reception

Maestro has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his depth and the moral questions his character raises.

Character Details

Real Name:
Bruce Banner
First Appearance:
Incredible Hulk: Future Imperfect, The #1
Aliases:
Hulk, The Green King
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Pantheon, The Hulk Family
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Intelligence
Weight:
1000lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Incredible Hulk: Future Imperfect, The #1
Marvel ⋅ 1992
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1st appearance of Maestro, a future version of the Hulk

Incredible Hulk: Future Imperfect, The #2
Marvel ⋅ 1993
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1st cover appearance of Maestro

Secret Wars #1
Sketch ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2015
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Secret Wars #1
 
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Variant black and white sketch cover art by Mike Deodato

Old Man Logan #25
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Second printing, no title text

Old Man Logan #25
1:10 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Variant cover art by Tom Grummett

Cover homage to Incredible Hulk #181

Marvel Tales: Maestro - Future Imperfect #1
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Marvel ⋅ 2020
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One-shot reprint of Future Imperfect, the two-part series that introduced Maestro

Marvel Tales: Maestro - Future Imperfect #1
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Variant virgin cover art by InHyuk Lee

Maestro #1
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Origin of Maestro, the Hulk 100 years in the future

Maestro #1
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Variant cover art by George Perez

Maestro #1
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Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness

Maestro #1
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Variant virgin cover art by Clayton Crain

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Maestro #1
Store Exclusive ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Variant cover art by Clayton Crain

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