Red Hulk
Creation & Design
Red Hulk was created by writer Jeph Loeb and artist Ed McGuinness, first appearing in 2008 as a new incarnation of the Hulk character, with a unique twist on the traditional Hulk lore.Early Years
Initially introduced as a villain to the Hulk, Thaddeus Ross's transformation into Red Hulk was part of a larger narrative exploring the consequences of gamma radiation and the Hulk's legacy.Character Development
Over the years, Red Hulk has evolved from a villain to a complex anti-hero, grappling with his identity and the consequences of his actions, ultimately seeking redemption and understanding.Cultural Reception
Red Hulk has received mixed to positive reviews, with some fans appreciating the character's depth and others criticizing the changes to the Hulk mythos.Character Details
Real Name:
Thaddeus E. Ross
Aliases:
Rulk, Thunderbolt Ross
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Thunderbolts, Avengers, Gamma Corps
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Durability, Regenerative healing
Equipment:
Gamma radiation, Advanced military technology
Weight:
400lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
gray
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Marvel Previews #51
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 1
First consumer-facing cover image of the Red Hulk
Previews is a catalog used by comic shops and collectors to order new comics
First consumer-facing cover image of the Red Hulk
Previews is a catalog used by comic shops and collectors to order new comics
Daily Bugle #18
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 2
Preview of the Red Hulk
Preview image of Red Hulk
Value unknown
Hulk #1
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 2
1st cover appearance of the Red Hulk, General 'Thunderbolt' Ross
Death of Abomination, initially suspected to have been shot to death by the Hulk but later revealed to be murdered by the Red Hulk
1st team appearance of a new Winter Guard roster: Red Guardian, Ursa Major, Crimson Dynamo, Darkstar
⚠️ Debatable Firsts: the interior story is about a murder perpetrated by, who is believed to be the Hulk, Bruce Banner. Doc Samson as an investigator is piecing together what occurred and the panels depict a recreation of events from his point-of-view with the belief that it is Bruce Banner, the green Hulk who is the killer
1st cover appearance of the Red Hulk, General 'Thunderbolt' Ross
Death of Abomination, initially suspected to have been shot to death by the Hulk but later revealed to be murdered by the Red Hulk
1st team appearance of a new Winter Guard roster: Red Guardian, Ursa Major, Crimson Dynamo, Darkstar
⚠️ Debatable Firsts: the interior story is about a murder perpetrated by, who is believed to be the Hulk, Bruce Banner. Doc Samson as an investigator is piecing together what occurred and the panels depict a recreation of events from his point-of-view with the belief that it is Bruce Banner, the green Hulk who is the killer
Variant cover art by Daniel Acuna
Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness
Cover art inspired by The Incredible Hulk #1 (1962)
There are two variants with identical cover art but the edition that is
Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness
Cover art inspired by The Incredible Hulk #1 (1962)
There are two variants with identical cover art but the edition that is
Variant cover art by Michael Turner
Wizard World Los Angeles 2008 convention exclusive
Variant cover art by Michael Turner
Wizard World Los Angeles 2008 convention exclusive
Variant cover art by Dale Keown
Dynamic Forces edition
Variant cover art by Ed McGuiness
Different from the 1:50 retailer incentive by the Atomic Comics logo above the Hulk title and a Hero Initiative logo under the corner box
Although this edition regularly sells for higher than the 1:50, there are approximately 3x more copies registered to the census than the 1:50
Variant cover art by Ed McGuiness
Different from the 1:50 retailer incentive by the Atomic Comics logo above the Hulk title and a Hero Initiative logo under the corner box
Although this edition regularly sells for higher than the 1:50, there are approximately 3x more copies registered to the census than the 1:50
Hulk #2
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 2
1st appearance of the Red Hulk, in-story, appeared only on the cover of Hulk #1 (2008)
1st appearance of A-Bomb, later revealed to be Rick Jones
1st appearance of the Red Hulk, in-story, appeared only on the cover of Hulk #1 (2008)
1st appearance of A-Bomb, later revealed to be Rick Jones
Variant black and white sketch art by Ed McGuinness
Variant cover art by Marko Djurdjevic
Variant second printing wraparound cover art by Ed McGuinness
1st in-story appearance of Red Hulk, interior art used for cover
Variant second printing wraparound cover art by Ed McGuinness
1st in-story appearance of Red Hulk, interior art used for cover
Variant cover art by David Finch
King-Size Hulk #1
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Red Hulk, in-story
First battle of She-Hulk and Red Hulk - in Hulk #2 (2008), She-Hulk is grabbed by the Red Hulk in one panel and in the next, shown to be unconscious
Origin of Abomination, recap
Includes full reprints of Hulk #180 and #181, first cameo and full appearance of Wolverine
Full reprint of Avengers #83, first appearance of Enchantress as Valkyrie
2nd appearance of Red Hulk, in-story
First battle of She-Hulk and Red Hulk - in Hulk #2 (2008), She-Hulk is grabbed by the Red Hulk in one panel and in the next, shown to be unconscious
Origin of Abomination, recap
Includes full reprints of Hulk #180 and #181, first cameo and full appearance of Wolverine
Full reprint of Avengers #83, first appearance of Enchantress as Valkyrie
King-Size Hulk #1
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Red Hulk, in-story
First battle of She-Hulk and Red Hulk - in Hulk #2 (2008), She-Hulk is grabbed by the Red Hulk in one panel and in the next, shown to be unconscious
Origin of Abomination, recap
Includes full reprints of Hulk #180 and #181, first cameo and full appearance of Wolverine
Full reprint of Avengers #83, first appearance of Enchantress as Valkyrie
2nd appearance of Red Hulk, in-story
First battle of She-Hulk and Red Hulk - in Hulk #2 (2008), She-Hulk is grabbed by the Red Hulk in one panel and in the next, shown to be unconscious
Origin of Abomination, recap
Includes full reprints of Hulk #180 and #181, first cameo and full appearance of Wolverine
Full reprint of Avengers #83, first appearance of Enchantress as Valkyrie
Hulk #4
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 2
First battle of Green Hulk (Banner) versus Red Hulk (Ross)
Cover A connects with cover B
First battle of Green Hulk (Banner) versus Red Hulk (Ross)
Cover A connects with cover B
Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness, cover A connects with cover B
Second printing, interior art
Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness
Variant second printing cover art by Ian Churchill, interior splash page
Variant second printing cover art by Ian Churchill, interior splash page
Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness
Hulk #27
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 2
First meeting and battle of Red Hulk and Namor
Marvel's Greatest Comics: Hulk #1
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 1
Reprint of Hulk #1 (2008), first cover appearance of the Red Hulk
Copies ordered by retailers: 10,910
Reprint of Hulk #1 (2008), first cover appearance of the Red Hulk
Copies ordered by retailers: 10,910
Hulk #22
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 2
Red Hulk revealed to be General 'Thunderbolt' Ross
Hulk #23
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 2
Origin of the Red Hulk, General Thunderbolt Ross
Avengers #12
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 4
Iron Man wields the Infinity Gauntlet
Red Hulk joins the Avengers, invited by Captain America
Iron Man wields the Infinity Gauntlet
Red Hulk joins the Avengers, invited by Captain America
Variant cover art by Patrick Zircher
Cover art inspired by Thor #337 (1983)
Variant cover art by Patrick Zircher
Cover art inspired by Thor #337 (1983)
Variant cover art by Art Adams
Thunderbolts #1
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 2
General Ross aka Red Hulk recruits a Thunderbolts team: Punisher, Elektra, Deadpool, Venom/Flash Thompson
General Ross aka Red Hulk recruits a Thunderbolts team: Punisher, Elektra, Deadpool, Venom/Flash Thompson
Variant connecting cover art by Billy Tan, issues #1-#5 1:50 variants
Variant connecting cover art by Billy Tan, issues #1-#5 1:50 variants
Variant cover art by InHyuk Lee
Avengers, The #685
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
Debut of Iron Hulk Armor
Immortal Hulk #9
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the third Red Hulk, Carl Creel the Absorbing Man (briefly)
Circulation: 41,938
1st appearance of the third Red Hulk, Carl Creel the Absorbing Man (briefly)
Circulation: 41,938
Variant cover art by InHyuk Lee
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