Incredible Hulk #168 1973 Key 1st Harpy Betty Ross MODOK Herb Trimpe VG+ 4.5 For Sale

Up for sale is a raw copy of Incredible Hulk #168 (Marvel Comics, October 1973) in Very Good Plus (VG+ 4.5) condition! Written by comic legend Steve Englehart, with cover artwork and interior pencils by definitive Hulk artist Herb Trimpe, interior inks by Jack Abel, color by Stan Goldberg, lettering by Artie Simek, and edited by Roy Thomas.

Key Features:

• Major Early Bronze Age Key Issue: First appearance of The Harpy (Betty Ross transformed)!

• Iconic M.O.D.O.K. Scheme: Feature issue where M.O.D.O.K. mutates Betty Ross into a monstrous gamma-powered Harpy to destroy the Hulk!

• Steve Englehart Script: Written by celebrated Bronze Age master Steve Englehart!

• Definitive Herb Trimpe Art: Dynamic cover artwork and detailed interior pencils illustrated by Herb Trimpe with inks by Jack Abel!

• Roy Thomas Editorial Era: Historic 1973 Marvel key issue edited by Roy Thomas!

• Featured Story: "TheThrice-Cursed Harpy!" — Subjected to M.O.D.O.K.'s gamma-radiation process, Betty Ross is transformed into the deadly, flying Harpy! Fueled by irrational hatred, she attacks the helpless Hulk, defeating him in battle and carrying his body off to M.O.D.O.K.'s floating aerial fortress!

• Key Characters: Incredible Hulk / Bruce Banner, The Harpy (Betty Ross - 1st appearance), M.O.D.O.K. (George Tarleton), Jim Wilson, and General Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross

• Key Creators: Written by Steve Englehart; cover artwork and interior pencils by Herb Trimpe; inks by Jack Abel; color by Stan Goldberg; lettering by Artie Simek; edited by Roy Thomas

CONDITION ASSESSMENT:Grade is an estimated VG+ 4.5 (Very Good Plus). Complete raw copy showing moderate spine stress, light cover creasing, or minor handling wear consistent with a 4.5 grade, remaining complete, intact, and structurally sound throughout. Please inspect the high-resolution photos closely to assess cover condition, spine integrity, and corners for yourself before purchasing. The exact book pictured is the one you will receive.

SHIPPING & HANDLING:All comics are packed securely with care (bagged and boarded) and shipped in a dedicated, rigid comic mailer to ensure safe arrival. We offer combined shipping discounts for multiple purchases!