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ISSN 2690-3644 (Print) ISSN 2690-3652 (Online) 

Vol. 5, No. 1, 2024 

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Original Paper 

The Hulk’s Unconscious in His Conscious World: A 

Psychoanalytic Critique 

Iqra Kiran1, Farah Kiran1, Ayesha Kiran1 & Dr. Muhammad Arfan Lodhi2* 

1 Department of English, NCBA&E University, Bahawalpur 

2 Department of English, Higher Education Department (Collegiate Wing), Punjab, Pakistan 

* Dr. Muhammad Arfan Lodhi, Department of English, Higher Education Department (Collegiate Wing) 

Punjab, Pakistan 

 

Received: October 17, 2023   Accepted: November 3, 2023   Online Published: November 24, 2023 

doi:10.22158/elsr.v5n1p1         URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.22158/elsr.v5n1p1 

 

Abstract 

This study investigated Bruce Banner’s alter ego, The Hulk, represents the conflict between human 

nature’s conscious and unconscious sides. It explores the Hulk’s inner life, concentrating on how his 

unconscious thinking manifests in his conscious reality. The first goal is to comprehend the 

psychological notion of individual identification. The second goal is to observe the universe through 

the eyes of hulk, and the third goal is to investigate ego, id and super ego in both the mortal and 

immortal (post human) worlds. The qualitative method is chosen to acquire secondary information 

from associated domains in order to fulfill these goals. The first step in this research is to read the 

character closely to understand the direction of humanity. The analysis of terminologies involved in 

human personality and their connections to inner and outer world is the second step. The study of final 

phase is to write findings, which include a review of the interpretation. This research yielded three 

conclusions. To begin with, the interactions between the Hulk and other characters, including allies 

and foes, in his conscious universe are covered in this essay. Secondly, it examines the ways in which 

these encounters reveal the Hulk’s inner conflicts and offer light on his psychological condition.  

Keywords 

psychoanalysis, kids literature, unconscious, identity clash, self-Control 

 

1. Introduction 

Consciousness is mental architecture can be compared to the top layer of a river. It just takes up a tenth 

of entire mental life. The conscious part of minds are the concepts, ideas, and images that humans are 

aware of at any one time in their mental lives. Preconscious is ordinary memory is represented by the 



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preconscious mind, which is a mental entity. When one needs it, one can retrieve and bring this 

knowledge into consciousness even if humans are not consciously aware of it right now. The 

unconscious is located below the preconscious mind. It is the most crucial component of minds. It 

encompasses all the suppressed hopes, aspirations, emotions, motivations, and impulses, many of 

which have sex-aggression-related overtones (Wintermae, 2021). 

Psychoanalysis is a clinical approach to treating psychopathology, and psychoanalytic theory aids in 

understanding of a person’s personality and personality development. The creator of psychoanalytic 

theory was Sigmund Freud. Based on the advancement of the physical science at the time, he created 

this theory. Under the impact of contemporary research, the psychoanalytic hypothesis has since 

undergone numerous improvements. The id, ego, and superego are three crucially conceptualized 

aspects of the human psyche, in Freud’s view. Id functions at the unconscious level and is based on the 

pleasure principle. Eros and Thanatos are two different biological tendencies that make up the id. The 

instinct for life, Eros, guides a person’s efforts to maintain their existence in the world, including 

breathing, eating, and having sex. Libido is the energy that results from life instincts. All people 

possess a set of destructive instincts known as Thanatos, or death instincts. Others as aggressiveness or 

violence can occasionally express this energy. Freud was adamant that Eros was more powerful than 

Thanatos. People can always rely on it for survival (Sibi, 2020). 

Bruce Banner, who represents the Ego, and the Hulk, who represents the Id, are these two identities. 

When under pressure, Bruce Banner turns into the Hulk and poses a threat to society. The Hulk 

becomes unrestrained and loses contact with his conscious mind in this stage. Because of his difficult 

upbringing, Banner has wrath and rage issues that are deeply ingrained in his unconscious mind. The 

Hulk operates from his Id when under stress and assumes his alternate form, entirely losing the 

connection between his Ego and Superego. Bruce Banner started to change into the Hulk after exposed 

to radiation after being caught in a gamma ray explosion. With anger, he grows bigger and stronger. 

Bruce Banner’s past was incredibly difficult. His drunken father was deeply envious and hated him, 

along with his brilliance as a child and his relationship with his mother. When his father Brian Banner 

drank, he and his mother Rebecca suffered abuse. While Rebecca was trying to flee, Brian shot and 

killed her, scaring Bruce into remaining silent. Bruce experienced trauma and abuse, which made him a 

social pariah and contributed to the development of his psychological problems. 

1.1 Rationale of the Study 

The following study highlights the Hulk’s persona by looking at the psychological and physical 

changes that take place when Dr. Banner turns into his powerful alter ego. This aims to shed light on 

the fundamental causes of this transformation and its tremendous effects on Dr. Banner’s personal 

journey by examining many iterations of the Hulk in comic books, movies, and television adaptations. 

This paper investigates how people confront their id, ego and super-ego, how they control and 

overcome their conscious and unconscious levels. Additionally, the elucidation of the following study 

endeavors to get to the genuine human personality and their fears.  



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1.2 Research Questions 

1) How does the unconsciousness effect The Hulk’s consciousness in the comic book? 

2) What role does ego play in the character The Hulk? 

3) How can science destroy humanity in terms of persona in character The Hulk? 

 

2. Literature Review 

The Immortal Hulk, the most recent comic book to feature Dr. Bruce Banner and his green alter ego, has 

gained a tone of praise from both fans and critics since its release in 2018. The series, which was created 

by Al Ewing and Joe Bennett, focuses on a recent discovery about the hero: Bruce Banner can die, but the 

Hulk cannot, making them, as the title suggests, immortal. With the help of this zombie twist, Ewing and 

Bennett can transform The Hulk into a horror novel that is more akin to Alan Moore’s Swamp Thing or 

vintage EC Comics (Gus, 2021). Ang Lee directs the first movie of The Hulk in 2003. Lee never loses 

sight of the fact that the Hulk is a comic book character, even though he infuses the movie with a lot of 

philosophy and sorrow. He typically uses kinetic camera motions, a broad range of viewpoints, and 

extreme distances in his direction, which is frequently outrageously exaggerated. Additionally, he 

usually employs several split screens, which separate the viewing area into a multi-paneled canvas that 

closely resembles a comic book page. Lee occasionally employs extravagant visual methods, yet they 

seldom cross the line into pretentiousness or annoyance (James, 2003). 

The interconnection demonstrates how humans’ racial divisions overlap to determine how they live their 

lives. When someone explores how distinct elements of a human’s ethnic identity have affected her or his 

lifestyle, identity conflicts emerge. This covers affiliation with clearly identifiable ethnic communities 

centered on tribe, religion, culture, speech, financial rank and sexual orientation, as well as involvement 

in other kinds of activities such as specific location, social class, athletic ability, and relationships. 

Identity is a mental state in which a person realizes their own personality traits, which aids in the 

discovery of where they come from and what they do in comparison to others. The concept of identity is 

frequently depicted in journals, works of fiction, and other literary works in order for the audience to be 

captivated and empathize with the protagonists and their sentiments. It aids viewers in comprehending 

that an individual’s thought process is filled with difficult concerns about what they are doing and where 

people aspire to be. Human beings might struggle as hard as they wish to change their identities.  

Superhero the Incredible Hulk is a made-up character that appears in Marvel Comics comic books. The 

Incredible Hulk #1 (May 1962) featured the first appearance of the Stan Lee and Jack Kirby-created 

character. He is a huge, green, radioactively altered, mutant humanoid monster with superhuman strength 

and an uncontrollable wrath. The Hulk has been described as ruthless and overly aggressive at times and 

as clever, smart, and scheming at other times. He is frequently characterized as an antagonist. The Hulk is 

portrayed, as Dr. Bruce Banner’s reclusive and repressed passionate and impetuous alter ego. Lee 

claimed that a combination of Frankenstein and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde served as the basis for the 

creation of the Hulk. “Hulk is the strongest there is!” is one of his two famous catchphrases, and the more 



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popular “HULK SMASH!” Bruce Banner has the gamma-induced capacity to change into the Hulk, his 

monster alter ego. The circumstances that initially caused the transition to occur have changed. Initially, 

it was dusk when the Hulk gained his form and morning when Banner reverted. Later, a powerful 

adrenaline rush would start the metamorphosis. Based on different aspects of Banner’s nature, he has 

appeared in different, distinct forms, including Banner himself but emotionally restrained. A 

grey-skinned Hulk with Banner’s intelligence but limited morals, a green-skinned Hulk with a balanced 

fusion of all of the above, and a green-skinned Hulk with the mind of a child and driven by rage. In his 

Hulk-like incarnation, Banner has a monster body and face, incredible strength, invulnerability, and 

superhuman regeneration capabilities. 

The Hulk has amazing leaping ability, imitating near-flight skills in terms of sheer distance, thanks to his 

enormous leg muscles. The Hulk’s physiology is powered by adrenaline under extreme stress, therefore 

the longer he battles, the stronger he gets. Banner has demonstrated a variety of additional abilities in 

addition to the Hulk. The effects of gamma radiation, along with the fact that Bruce mistakenly killed his 

father and thought he would return to exact retribution, have given him the capacity to see and touch 

astral beings as if they were real. Additionally, he has homing abilities that are on the edge of being 

magical that enable him to find individuals while tunneling underground or sense the environment they 

are in. It is implied that the Hulk has untapped power yet to be exposed because of the mystical aura 

around him. 

Bruce Banner explores his own psyche using a technology that sends him inside his own thoughts in The 

Incredible Hulk volume 2 #13 (2000). There is a collision of temperaments. It’s a wrestling bout between 

id and ego, with the winner controlling the body and the loser retiring permanently (Jenkins, 2000, p. 7). 

As Bruce discovers, a beast inside of him known as the id fights for control of the body and attempts to 

annihilate everything it meets. Bruce’s ego is formed by the numerous Hulks inside of him, leaving Bruce 

(the super-ego) to control a multiplicity of personalities. The ego (the Hulk) and the id do not have the 

same desires. Here, the Hulk and all his guises stand in for the ego’s conflict with the id. In contrast to his 

inner self, Bruce Banner embodies elegance and civilization. But the Hulk’s different guises display an 

even greater diversity of motives and personalities, suggesting an even greater complexity in terms of 

morality, identity, and decision-making. The several manifestations of the Hulk (the ego) in Bruce 

Banner’s psyche point to a more nuanced relationship between the id, the ego, and the super-ego. The 

Incredible Hulk, which uses the terms id and ego to portray the architecture of the human psyche, is 

blatantly influenced by Freud’s theories. Bruce and his Hulks unmistakably represent a more 

sophisticated image of the conscious in that the ego is more varied and not as docile towards this id. 

Contrary to Freud, Bruce exhibits a multiplicity of personalities, suggesting a higher level of complexity. 

Bruce thus shows a process of his own (Jenkins, 2000). 

 

 

 



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3. Research Methodology 

Research is stated as “a practice that comprises learning that didn’t know in a much or least structured 

approach” (Walliman & Walliman, 2011, p. 7). “Methodology is the “intellectual paradigm or premise 

within which study is undertaken” (Brown, 2006). The present study shows the ‘interface’ that links all 

the categories. A structure uses to explore all-important points. This study addresses research questions 

with valid justification. The present study uses explanatory method. This type of research explains 

strategy and choice of subjects. Moreover, the present study is a qualitative exploration. In research 

jargon, the population is clarified as a substantial collection of students, instructors, objects, and so on 

who reflect similar traits, which arouse an expert’s concern. The inherent qualities of clusters 

distinguish individuals from other people, educational institutions, items, and so forth.  

For present research, the Hulk’s development into a strong and uncontrollable force serves as an 

example of the link between suppressed rage and its negative effects. Strong feelings of anger or fury 

that have been suppressed or inhibited are referred to as repressed anger. Due to traumatic events, a fear 

of losing control, or a desire to keep a calm and collected demeanor, Bruce Banner, the Hulk’s alter ego, 

conceals his wrath. Over time, this repression causes anger to become internally stored. The Hulk is 

created when Bruce Banner’s suppressed fury reaches a breaking point and causes a bodily 

metamorphosis. The Hulk is a huge, green-skinned, super-strong entity with seemingly infinite strength. 

This transformation is a direct outcome of the pent-up rage needing a release, as if it explodes out of 

control. The Hulk represents unbridled fury and violence when he first appears. The Hulk acts 

destructively and stirs up trouble wherever he goes because of the previously suppressed fury being 

released. The Hulk’s destructive power is amplified by his lack of restraint and inability to control his 

emotions, causing collateral damage and putting innocent lives in peril. We may comprehend the 

significance of admitting and dealing with our emotions when we consider the cause and effect 

relationship between suppressed rage and the Hulk’s metamorphosis. The Hulk acts as a warning, 

reminding us of the possible repercussions that may result from concealing or failing to adequately 

control anger. It emphasizes how important it is to find appropriate outlets for emotions, seek 

counselling or assistance, and promote emotional wellness to stop the progression of harmful behavior. 

Data has been collected by qualitative research method. The present work has different new ideas. This 

work justifies the value of conscious and unconscious mind in human’s life and different changes that 

occur in whole universe. The data of this research paper collected from two sources namely; primary 

and secondary. This research paper is descriptive in nature and different articles, critical analysis, 

observations and categories are the source of data collection as well as tools of data collection. Other 

tools are literary books and journals. There is no questionnaire in this study. Data collection is the 

technique of acquiring details about a cultural situation and predicting figures on elements of concern 

in an organized, logical and systematic format that seeks to identify to stated hypotheses, evaluate 

arguments, and evaluate outputs. Data Analysis is the interaction of carefully use precise and consistent 

ways to show and represent, collect and summarize, and evaluate data. Various optimization 



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frameworks “provide a means of extracting intuitive interpretations using data and distinguishing the 

indicator (the marvel of concern) from the noise (observable shifts) included in the data” (Shamoo & 

Resnik, 2003). 

3.1 Framework of Analysis 

The data is analyzed in three different contents i.e. Character Disclosure, Personality and Redemption 

and Heroism. These three categories are further divided into sub-categories. The foundation of the 

character in the comic books centers on Bruce Banner, a brilliant scientist who becomes the Hulk, a 

huge, green-skinned, superhumanly strong being with almost limitless strength and regenerative 

powers. The Hulk’s narrative addresses themes of rage, dualism, and Banner’s conflict with his 

terrifying alter ego. The character of Hulk has two different personalities. During his transformation 

into Hulk what he does states in his conscious; but when he returns into his human features he does not 

remember anything. All the memories of Hulk states in Dr. Banner’s preconscious. The framework also 

elaborates the themes of destruction, loneliness, anger, emotion, self-control, isolation and identity. 

 

Table 1. Framework of Analysis 

Categories Subcategories 

Character Disclosure  Conscious 

Unconscious 

Preconscious 

Personality ID 

Ego 

Super-Ego 

Redemption and Heroism Identity and Self-Control 

Anger and Emotion 

Loneliness and Isolation 

 

4. Analysis and Discussions 

The artwork is also graphic in a manner that a superhero comic is frequently not. Both Banner and the 

Hulk sustain severe wounds that are described in detail. Banner reflects on how he attempts to enjoy his 

senses while he has them under control, hinting to the readers that these sensory experiences serve as 

both his release and his confinement. The Hulk is shown as being enormous, terrifying, and destructive. 

He almost becomes a natural force, and an earthquake is often used to compare him. Something more 

complicated but equally unsettling goes with the visceral body horror. The Hulk is motivated by 

retribution. Because earthquakes do not occur as punishment, he is not like one. However, The Hulk is 

a vindictive force, harming those he believes deserve it, especially when gamma radiation is present. 

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Hyde are specifically mentioned to emphasize this split and a recurring motif of mirrors and reflection 

supports this division of thoughts and motivations.  

The Hulk’s ability to sniff falsehoods and his piercing gaze cause him to make criminals confess before 

punishing them, which has religious overtones and seems to encroach on Ghost Rider’s turf. The Hulk 

is frequently referred to as the devil, and everyone who has been exposed to Gamma radiation has 

experienced the identical vision of a green door, which at least one character speculates is the entrance 

to Hell. These features add a cryptic, inexplicable layer of unease to a work that is already filled with 

horror-related motifs. A wonderful book to read is The Immortal Hulk. Longtime Hulk fans will enjoy 

this book’s fresh perspective on the character, while newcomers will value how the focus is on the Hulk 

right away without needing to be familiar with the character’s lengthy past. These Hulk tales surely 

come up to their promise of being a wild and extraordinary experience (Tomko, 2022). 

Freud offered a three-part model of the psyche as part of his psyche theories. In his explanation of the 

first two, he claimed, “The ego represents what we call reason and sanity, in contrast to the id, which 

contains the passions.” He maintained that the psyche was made up of the ego, the id, and the super-ego 

(Freud, 2010, p. 24). In contrast, the super-ego was the part of the ego that dealt with the 

punishment-based regulation of the ego’s decisions. Freud also proposed that people have two intrinsic 

impulses, the destructive drive and the Eros drive, both of which were rooted in desires like eating, sex, 

and aggressiveness. These drives, according to Freud, are manifested in the id’s wants. The super-ego’s 

regulation of the id’s passions, according to Freud’s model of the psyche in relation to civilization, is a 

method of control used by civilization “to inhibit the aggression it faces, to render it harmless and 

possibly eliminate it?” (Freud, 2014, p. 87) According to his theory, the super-ego suppresses the id’s 

aggressiveness, which is then “interjected, internalized, and actually sent back to where it came from” 

and “directed against the individual’s own ego.” There, a part of the ego takes over and positions itself 

as the super-ego in opposition to the others. This part of the ego is now ready, as the ‘aware’ one, to use 

the same level of severe hostility against the other parts of the ego that it would have like to do (Freud, 

2014, p. 88). 

In this version of The Last Man on Earth with green skin, Bruce Banner tells himself, “I am the weak 

piston in that engine,” while he suffers Prometheus’ torture. Hulk has at last discovered the solitude he 

has been searching for since humanity long since vanished. The specifics of man’s extinction are never 

revealed; we are just told that the world’s super heroes failed to save man from his greatest enemy, 

himself. The Hulk’s unstoppable metabolism has somehow prevented Banner from dying for almost 

two centuries while also slowing his ageing (Doherty, 2006). 

When Bruce Banner comes back from the grave and discovers himself a victim of his own life, he is as 

shocked as anyone is. Every morning he awakens nude and poor because every night he transforms into 

the Hulk, who has his own goal and is invisible to Banner. He primarily appears to be following other 

gamma radiation exposed individuals, many of whom have been seeing the identical vision of an open 

green door. Arizona Herald reporter Jackie McGee is following the Hulk’s route of devastation. 



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Because she broke the story of the Hulk’s return, she persuaded her editors to grant her a lot more 

latitude. She is pursuing him for personal reasons as well, including a childhood encounter with the 

Hulk. Due to his personal past with Banner, Sasquatch, another Gamma-powered superhero from Alpha 

Flight, is also on the quest for Banner. Nobody can predict, however, whether the passionate 

destruction of the Hulk or the logical Bruce Banner will triumph when his or her paths intersect. This 

comic is both a superhero comic and a horror comic. Although Banner is aware that every night he will 

transform into the Hulk, he does not want to. As a result, he is unable to lead anything approximating a 

normal life and is therefore at the Hulk’s mercy. It turns out that he must survive. Early on, readers 

learn that while Bruce Banner can pass away, the Hulk cannot. The Hulk takes control of Bruce 

Banner’s corpse one night while it is on a coroner’s table, resurrecting the dead flesh in a manner 

reminiscent of Frankenstein’s monster. Because the Hulk is so fearsome, the art frequently uses framing 

from horror films as inspiration. This anxiety is fuelled in part by physical horror. With good reason, 

Banner is terrified of what his body can do and become. In this magnificent, invincible body, Banner is 

a prisoner to the Hulk’s demands. The transformation into the Hulk is depicted as a traumatic and gory 

procedure, comparable to a werewolf metamorphosis. 

 

5. Justification of Research Questions 

5.1 How Does the Unconsciousness Effect The Hulk’s Consciousness in the Comic Book? 

The relationship between Bruce Banner and the Hulk is complex and has evolved over time. When it 

comes to the unconsciousness of Bruce Banner, it often serves as a trigger for the emergence of the 

Hulk. Usually, the Hulk takes over after Banner is knocked out or nods off. Extreme emotions, danger, 

or physical trauma is just a few examples of the many things that might start this transition. When 

Banner is unconscious, the Hulk’s awareness emerges, giving him the ability to act on his own. The 

Hulk is frequently portrayed as a distinct personality with his own thoughts, aspirations, and driving 

forces inside Banner’s psyche. The Hulk is incredibly strong and resilient, but he is also motivated by 

strong emotions, especially fury. Compared to Banner’s, The Hulk’s consciousness is frequently 

portrayed as being more primitive and less logical. When Banner loses consciousness, the Hulk takes 

over his body and uses his own emotions and instincts to drive his actions. Unpredictable behavior and 

destructive tendencies may come from this. The Hulk’s consciousness is frequently less constrained by 

moral and societal expectations, which frequently results in careless and violent behavior. 

It is vital to remember that the specifics of the bond between Banner and the Hulk might change 

depending on the comic book storyline. They are sometimes depicted as separate entities, with the Hulk 

possessing a separate consciousness from Banner’s that coexists with it. When this occurs, Banner and 

the Hulk could argue inside or try to maintain control over their shared body. According to some 

theories, Banner’s suppressed emotions or a disjointed portion of his own psyche are represented by the 

Hulk. In these instances, the Hulk stands in for the aspects of Banner that he finds difficult to control or 

reconcile, and his appearance is frequently brought on by trauma or mental stress. Depending on the 



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creative team and the plot being investigated, the Hulk’s consciousness in connection to Banner’s 

unconsciousness may be depicted differently. The character has become more complex over time 

because of the various ways that authors and artists have interpreted this dynamic. 

5.2 What Role Does Ego Play in the Character The Hulk? 

In terms of psychology, the ego is the area of a person’s psyche that deals with self-awareness, 

self-esteem, and the need for approval and fulfilment. It is linked to one’s sense of self-importance and 

identity. Due to the character’s change and its connection to Bruce Banner’s psyche, The Hulk’s ego 

assumes a special significance. Bruce Banner’s transformation into The Hulk symbolizes the discharge 

of his suppressed emotions as well as the display of his ego in its most unadulterated state. The Hulk acts 

instinctively and unrestrainedly on his immediate impulses and emotions. He is not constrained by 

cultural expectations, laws, or repercussions, which allows his ego to govern. Unrestrained might and 

Dominance: The Hulk’s enormous size, might, and invulnerability support his egocentric actions. He 

feels superior to and in control of others thanks to his physical abilities. The Hulk frequently does violent 

acts or makes strong physical declarations to prove that he is the most powerful being in any 

circumstance. His ego yearns for approval and insists that people recognize his dominance. Anger is a 

fundamental emotion that causes The Hulk to appear, and emotional triggers such as stress and anxiety 

are the main factors that cause The Hulk to transform. The relationship between The Hulk’s ego and his 

rage emphasizes how important ego is for controlling and expressing strong emotions. The Hulk’s ego 

grows stronger and more dominating the more furious Bruce Banner becomes. 

Bruce Banner battles with The Hulk’s destructive ego to keep it under control. This internal struggle is an 

illustration of the struggle between rational thought and instinctual behavior, or between the need for 

control and the outburst of emotions. Bruce, who is aware of the potential damage The Hulk may do, tries 

to control his transformation out of concern for what would happen if he let his ego run wild. The persona 

of The Hulk can be interpreted as a parable for the effects of an unbridled ego and the perils of 

unregulated power. It conveys the idea that allowing the ego to run amok can result in chaos, devastation, 

and harm to both oneself and other people. The Hulk’s ongoing effort to manage his egotistical impulses 

and sensible side emphasizes the importance of balance and self-control. 

5.3 How Can Science Destroy Humanity in Terms of Persona in Character The Hulk? 

Bruce Banner is a leading expert in nuclear physics and other related fields thanks to his intelligence, but 

these traits are normally lost when Bruce Banner transforms into the monstrous Hulk, who exists as a 

physical manifestation of his repressed rage and mental instability. The Hulk’s power continues to be the 

greatest of all super humans on Earth and grows exponentially stronger as his rage intensifies. Along with 

giving him an advantage with his upper body, this strength also enables him to make long leaps without 

suffering any injuries. In this scenario, genetic research is being conducted to improve human capabilities 

or qualities. They could change certain genes or add unfamiliar genetic material to the human DNA. 

Nevertheless, a calculating error has unexpected repercussions that lead to a transformation akin to the 

Hulk. The experiment might involve changing genes involved in hormone regulation, muscle growth, or 



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the arousal of anger. Making people who are stronger, faster, or more resilient may be the targeted 

outcome. The victims undergo a severe physical alteration due to the unpredictable mutations caused by 

the altered genetic code. They grow bigger, stronger, and have an unending wrath that gives them their 

incredible strength. 

These Hulk-like individuals would become irrational and lose control of their activities, wreaking havoc 

and endangering humanity. They might embark on violent rampages while being unable to discern 

between friends and enemies that causing chaos and destruction everywhere they go. In this hypothetical 

situation, scientists conduct unethical human enhancement operations to develop super soldiers or 

improve physical capabilities beyond what is possible naturally. They create a serum or treatment that 

boosts aggression, stamina, or strength. They fail to account for the negative repercussions and long-term 

effects of their inventions. The experimental medicines can entail administering strong medications, gene 

therapies, or even cybernetic improvements. Making powerful and highly effective people is the intended 

outcome. However, unforeseen outcomes of the treatments include drastic personality changes and 

uncontrollable violence, akin to the Hulk. Those who received the upgrades would change physically, 

growing bigger, more muscular, and exhibiting an unquenchable fury. They would act violently and 

destructively when they lost control of themselves. The upgraded people might pose a threat to humanity 

by unleashing their uncontrollable rage and strength on gullible populations. 

 

6. Conclusion 

Marvel Comics’ fictional creation The Hulk has a complicated and nuanced personality. The Hulk has 

been portrayed in a variety of ways over the years in comic books, television series, and films, allowing 

for the exploration of various facets of his psyche. However, several recurring characteristics and 

inferences can be made regarding the personality of the Hulk. The Incredible Hulk is primarily famous 

for his superhuman strength and unyielding fury. Bruce Banner becomes the Hulk, one of the most 

powerful characters in the Marvel Universe, as he undergoes an exponential rise in physical strength. 

Anger is a distinguishing quality of The Hulk and is frequently brought on by irritation, injustice, or 

threat. This wrath may result in violent outbursts and destructive behavior. The Hulk is frequently 

portrayed as being naive and immature, lacking Bruce Banner’s mental and emotional maturity. He 

reacts to events impulsively because he relies on intuition and unprocessed emotions to function. 

Others may feel pity and compassion for him since they can see the fragile person hiding behind the 

huge exterior thanks to this infantile component of his personality.  

The ongoing internal conflict between Bruce Banner and the Hulk persona shapes the Hulk’s nature. 

The Hulk personifies Bruce Banner’s repressed emotions and trauma, while the brilliant scientist Bruce 

Banner represents the rational and intellectual side. Because of this duality, the character experiences 

conflict as both sides struggle for power and influence over their shared existence. This internal 

struggle gives the Hulk more personality depth and complexity, presenting him as a tragic character 

seeking equilibrium and acceptance. From being, a straightforward brute force persona to a more 



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psychologically nuanced one, the Hulk has changed over time. His psychological makeup has been 

examined by writers, who have focused on issues like trauma, identity, and the nature of power. Despite 

his superhuman abilities, the Hulk is now more relatable and human thanks to this investigation into his 

character. 

His struggle for control is one of the fundamental facets of the Hulk’s personality. Frequently brought 

on by strong emotions or danger, Bruce Banner’s transformation into the Hulk happens without his 

consent. The difficulty of controlling and directing strong emotions is explored through the core issue 

of the protagonist’s loss of control over his own change. Being the Hulk brings some catharsis because 

he stands for the unleashing of suppressed feelings. Bruce Banner may try to hold back his rage and 

frustration, but those feelings eventually express physically as the Hulk. Bruce can temporarily feel 

unfettered and set free from society restraints thanks to the Hulk. The Hulk’s participation in superhero 

teams like the Avengers gives his character an intriguing dynamic. Tensions and disputes frequently 

arise because of the other team members’ inability to comprehend and manage the Hulk. These 

interactions offer chances for character growth and the examination of concepts like faith, acceptance, 

and the importance of diversity in a group. Over time, there has been a substantial evolution in The 

Hulk’s persona. He was largely portrayed as a mindless brute in earlier depictions, but subsequent 

interpretations added a more cerebral form known as “Professor Hulk.” This development demonstrates 

that even the Hulk can adapt and changing as part of the character is continuing study of his or her 

depth. 

Despite the Hulk’s destructive instincts, he frequently seizes chances for atonement and performs brave 

acts. He may use his tremendous might for good, defending the defenseless and taking on powerful 

adversaries. This contrast demonstrates the possibility of change and people’s ability to conquer their 

personal problems and become heroes. The Hulk’s existence frequently causes feelings of solitude and 

loneliness. Bruce Banner’s condition makes him unique since it is challenging him to retain friendships 

and a sense of belonging when he transforms into the Hulk. The Hulk’s imposing physicality serves as 

a barrier to intimacy and connection, which exacerbates feelings of loneliness. The impact of feeling 

like an outsider is examined in this facet of the character along with the urge for acceptance and 

connection that all people have. It clarifies the difficulties associated with locating one’s position in the 

world when one’s nature makes them unique. In conclusion, this study identifies the gap of The Hulk’s 

character disclosure, personality and redemption stages such as heroism, identity, self-control, anger, 

emotion, loneliness and isolation. 

 

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