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That is why, fifteen years later, readers still return to World War Hulk . Not for the punches. But because the pain behind them never goes away.

The Hulk is not the victim. He is the weapon—manipulated again. WORLD WAR HULK

The Sorcerer Supreme attempted to stop Hulk by channeling the dark power of the demon Zom, but he was ultimately overwhelmed and defeated. That is why, fifteen years later, readers still

The core conflict features Hulk vs. Iron Man, Doctor Strange, Black Bolt, and the Fantastic Four, but the event eventually draws in the , Ghost Rider, and the The story explores deep emotional betrayal The Hulk is not the victim

The battle cracks continents. The Sentry, a schizophrenic god, offers the Hulk a deal: let him kill the Hulk to end the madness. The Hulk refuses. They fight until both revert to their human forms—Bruce Banner and Robert Reynolds—beaten, bleeding, and broken in the street. The Sentry finally yields, whispering: “I’m tired, Bob.”

The "World War Hulk" storyline results in significant changes to the Marvel Universe. The Hulk's actions lead to the disbandment of the Illuminati and a reevaluation of the world's greatest heroes and their responsibilities.

—and the Hulk is finally subdued by a massive satellite laser. Key Details and Themes Characters Involved: