Incredible Hulk, The (1968 series) #366

In this third installment of the Countdown story, Doc Samson speaks with a General regarding the attack by the Abomination and a possible sighting of the Hulk. Suddenly, a large troop transport is hurled toward them. Samson catches the truck with ease, but the General, believing the Hulk is attacking, rushes off to confront him.

The Hulk emerges from the wreckage and captures an officer, forcing him to reveal the location of the Abomination. Meanwhile, Madman assaults a guard and continues his plot against the Hulk. The Leader observes Madman’s actions from afar.

A few miles away, Hulk and his captive reach a convoy transporting the Abomination. The Army attempts to defend their cargo, but Hulk brushes them aside. He then interrogates Abomination, threatening to break his fingers if he doesn’t reveal who hired him to attack the plant. Just as Abomination is about to talk, Hulk is confronted again by soldiers—then suddenly transported to Freehold.

Upon arrival, Hulk lashes out at the Leader, who quickly subdues him with a mind blast. On the streets of Freehold, Hulk is attacked by Rock and Redeemer, both presumed dead. After breaking free, he is snared by Jailbait and blasted by Hotshot. Hulk escapes Jailbait’s cage and slams the ground, causing his attackers to fall.

No sooner does Hulk rise than he is struck by Ogress, another member of the Riot Squad. The Leader halts the assault and gives Hulk a tour of Freehold, offering a deal: end the threat of Madman in exchange for the location of Betty Banner.