Is the Immortal Hulk One of the Weakest Versions of the Character?

The question of whether the Immortal Hulk is one of the weakest iterations of the character is often debated among comic book enthusiasts and fans. However, when examining the Immortal Hulk's abilities and powers, it becomes clear that the answer isn't as straightforward as it may seem.

Defining 'Strength'

First, it's important to define what we mean by 'strength.' In the context of the Hulk, strength can be broken down into two primary categories: physical strength and overall power levels. Physical strength refers to the brute force and resistance to damage, while overall power levels encompass a range of abilities, from regeneration and immortality to intelligences and strategic thinking.

The Immortal Hulk's Strength and Powers

In terms of power levels, the Immortal Hulk is not considered to be one of the weakest iterations of the character. Instead, he embodies a different kind of strength that emphasizes psychological horror and existential themes. His powers include:

Regeneration and Immortality: The Immortal Hulk can come back from death, making him extremely difficult to defeat permanently. Strength Amplification: His strength increases with his rage, potentially surpassing other versions of the Hulk. Intelligence: Unlike many previous versions, the Immortal Hulk retains a higher level of intelligence and strategic thinking.

Physical Toughness and Vulnerabilities

When it comes to physical toughness, the Immortal Hulk is often considered one of the least tough Hulks created so far. His skin can be penetrated by nearly anything at certain times, such as when Sasquatch easily cuts into Hulk’s face, and can be cut through by adamantium, as shown when The Abomination slices through his face with his claws.

Comparative Analysis

However, if we consider physical strength in isolation, the Immortal Hulk's capabilities still place him among the top Hulks. While he is not the one with the highest physical strength (being third, behind World Breaker Hulk and Savage Hulk), his feats are still impressive. For example, he fractured Thor's skull and managed to punch the new monstrous She-Hulk two miles away with a single strike.

While these feats are not at the level of the World Breaker Hulk (capable of destroying an entire dimension repeatedly) or the Savage Hulk (capable of shaking infinite dimensions with a single punch), they are still significant and should not be dismissed lightly.

Comparing Power Levels

The most powerful version of Hulk, according to many comic book enthusiasts, is the Immortal Hulk. In terms of gamma release, his power can be comparable to that of destroying an entire mountain, as shown in the comic Doctor Strange: The Best Defense. Additionally, his healing factor is off the charts, which can be seen in his impressive feat of killing Franklin Richards, Galactus, and other cosmic entities. However, this was likely influenced by the presence of The One Below All (TOBA), as it is debatable whether this was Hulk's feat independently.

Despite these impressive feats, the Immortal Hulk does not have the physical strength to compete with the World Breaker Hulk or the Savage Hulk. The World Breaker Hulk, for instance, has repeatedly destroyed Umar's Dark Dimension, while the Savage Hulk has broken time barriers and destroyed dimensions on accident.

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

To sum up, while the Immortal Hulk is not the weakest version of the character and is generally considered one of the toughest in terms of overall power levels, his physical toughness is often questioned. However, if we are discussing the most powerful version of the Hulk, the Immortal Hulk does stand out as one of the strongest, though the honor of being the weakest iteration still falls to the Grey Hulk.