The Incredible Hulk #358 (Marvel, 1989)

"Smile for the autopsy!" Ghoul's long, clawed fingers clutch Joe Fixit's face in this grisly close-up, the demon dead set on revenge after blaming the Hulk for his cursed transformation. Fan-favorite Jeff Purves captures every ounce of fury and fear in this taut composition, his trademark focus on expression and texture bringing out Joe's bared teeth, flared nostrils, and simmering rage against a moody airbrushed backdrop. One of only five full Purves covers from his 13-issue run, this piece stands as a masterclass in monstrous intensity, pure Marvel style.