Planet Earth. Planet Mars. Planet... Hulk? You read that right, folks. Bruce Banner, aka The Incredible Hulk, went gladiator during the popular "Planet Hulk" storyline that debuted in 2006. In the story arc, The Hulk is jettisoned to the cosmos and lands on the planet Sakaar, where he is forced to take part in gladiator battles.
The Hulk is a natural fit for a storyline like this, which came courtesy of Marvel Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada and writer Greg Pak. The Hulk's gladiatorial look -- with his armor, shield and weaponry -- made an already savage character appear that much more so. Here are some incredible Planet Hulk collectibles.
Incredible Hulk #92, Marvel Comics (2006)
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| Incredible Hulk #92 by Marvel Comics |
The Planet Hulk saga launched with this key issue in 2006. The comic has been steadily rising in value since its publication and goes for about $75-$100 on the secondary market, depending on grade.
Marvel Legends Planet Hulk figure, Hasbro (2006)
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| Marvel Legends Planet Hulk figure by Hasbro |
This impressive 6" Marvel Legends figure was released in 2006 as part of the Annihilus build-a-figure series (Hercules, Emma Frost and others were also part of the series). A bit tough to find carded and can fetch upwards of $80 on eBay or at a convention.
Planet Hulk statue, Bowen Designs (2010)
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| Planet Hulk statue by Bowen Designs |
Bowen strikes again with this mammoth Planet Hulk statue. The sculpture stands over 17" tall and is limited to a run of just 1,200. You can track one down on the secondary market for the $500-$700 range. Also keep an eye out for the Planet Hulk bust by Bowen Designs ($100-$150) and the Sideshow Collectibles Planet Hulk Premium Format Figure ($800).
Check back with us tomorrow for more tidbits from the CollecTwins.
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