{"product_id":"the-incredible-hulk-396-1992-nm","title":"The Incredible Hulk # 396 1992 NM-","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Incredible Hulk # 396\u003c\/b\u003e published in August 1992, concludes the \"Frost Bite\" storyline and the broader Las Vegas arc during Peter David's legendary run. The issue features the \"Professor Hulk\" incarnation—a version that combines the Green Hulk’s strength with Bruce Banner’s intellect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\"Frost Bite\" (Part 2 of 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe story revolves around the Hulk seeking justice for the murder of his former employer and friend, Michael Berengetti. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRound 2 with Doctor Octopus: The issue opens at the Coliseum Casino, where Doctor Octopus is on a rampage after being harassed by security. The Hulk intervenes and easily defeats him, knocking him out with a single flick of his finger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Unlikely Team-Up: The Punisher (Frank Castle) arrives disguised as one of Joe Fixit’s men. Although their methods clash—the Hulk refuses to let Castle execute a disarmed Doc Ock—the two join forces with members of the Pantheon and the local police to dismantle the syndicate responsible for Berengetti's death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Sting: The Hulk reveals a double-cross; what appeared to be a drug deal was actually a sting operation coordinated with the Las Vegas Police Department to trap the mobster Sam Striker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBattle with Mr. Frost: The final confrontation centers on Mr. Frost, a cybernetic villain with ice-based powers. During the brutal fight, the Hulk accidentally rips Frost's head off, only to be shocked when the severed head continues to talk. The villain finally explodes in a flurry of snow and ice. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Peter David\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtists: Dale Keown (Penciler) and Mark Farmer (Inker)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eColorist: Glynis Oliver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCover Artist: Dale Keown \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHulk (Bruce Banner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Punisher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDoctor Octopus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePantheon Members (Hector, Paris, Ulysses)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eVillains: Sam Striker and Mr. Frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupporting Cast: Betty Banner, Rick Jones, and Marlo Chandler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47717752209508,"sku":"BJ37","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_01_18_11_44_15_592.jpg?v=1768758352","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/the-incredible-hulk-396-1992-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}