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Reading Incredible Hulk (1962) #177 as part of Marvel's wider catalogue reveals an issue with a clear personality and a surprisingly immediate sense of purpose. The issue was published on 1 July 1974 as part of Incredible Hulk, with Washington DC providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Counter Earth with questions of discovery and technology. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The most persuasive pass

What first stands out about Thor (1966) #177 is not its age or collectable status, but the directness with which it asks the reader to enter the story. The issue was published on 1 June 1970 as part of Thor, with See Asgard providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Odin with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when Thor (1966) #177 allows one decision

There is something inviting about the way Doctor Strange (1968) #177 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 February 1969 as part of Doctor Strange, with Stephen Strange providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Asmodeus with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The storytelling in Doct