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Real Name: Dr. Henry Philip "Hank" McCoy
Codename: Beast
Aliases: Dr. M, Mutate 666
Nicknames: Hanko, Magilla Gorilla, Monkey, Monkey Man, Beast Boy, Kreature, Professor Cookie Monster, Wildlife
Status: Active
Reality: Earth-PRN101
Age: 28
Place of Birth: Dundee, Illinois
Citizenship: American
Species: Human; Mutant (Homo superior)
Gender: Male
Height: 5'11 (1.8 m)
Weight: 402 lbs (182.34 kg)
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Blueish black
Relationship Status: Married to Vera Cantor
Occupation: Teacher, Researcher, Biochemist, Licensed Doctor, Instructor at the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning
Education: MD from NYU, PhDs in Physics, Genetics, Chemistry, and Robotics. Nobel laureate.
Relatives: Norton McCoy (father); Edna McCoy (mother); Vera Cantor (wife)
Affiliation: X-Men (founding member)
Base of Operations: Xavier Institute for Higher Learning, 1407 Graymalkin Lane, Salem Center, Westchester County, New York
Mutation Class: Class III (Gamma)
Mutant Abilities: Simian-like physique which grants him increased strength, speed, reflexes, agility, flexibility, coordination, balance and endurance--not superhuman levels, but certainly peak of human condition. Subject is more suited towards acrobatics and gymnastics than long-distance running; indeed, he moves faster on four limbs than two. His feet are also extremely dexterous and when barefoot, he can climb nearly any surface with hand/footholds available. Also possesses a genius level IQ, but does not stem from his mutation.
Creators: Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
First Appearance: The X-Men #1 "X-Men" (September 1963)

Dr. Hank McCoy was born in Dundee, Illinois in a comfortable, middle-class home. Hank's father, Norton McCoy, was a prominent scientist who worked at the local laboratories and his mother, Edna, was a homemaker. His parents often called him their "miracle baby" as he was born to them long after doctors had thought it possible that they might ever have children. After decades of longing the bouncing baby boy was the answer to all his parents' wishes, even if they were mistaken for his grandparents whenever they would take him out in public. Much of Hank's early upbringing centered around the scientific community that was so prominent in the area. As a hotbed for advanced technological research, the young boy was immersed in the world of science and showed an early interest in wonders of the natural world.

Throughout his childhood, his parents nourished his innate curiosity. It wasn't long before Henry showed a profound talent for reason. By the time he was ten, he was scoring genius level results on IQ tests. He skipped several grades and frequently accompanied his father on his research assignments. Around this time, it was noticed by his family and peers that his appearance seemed a bit unusual. He developed a stocky, muscular demeanor that seemed more like an ape. It was subtle at first, but Hank himself quickly determined that he was a mutant. It was his first major discovery and despite the shock of his peers, it expanded his hunger for new knowledge.

Unfortunately, the knowledge he got from his father was cut off when Norton McCoy was fired. His superiors wanted him to start on a new project that involved chemical and biological agents that could potentially be used in war. He refused out of principle and because of this, he was cast out from both the community and the organization he dedicated his life to. This impacted Hank and his family profoundly, not just in terms of money but in ethics as well. His father's morality gave Hank a profound new insight on his world and would use this inspiration later in life.

After losing his job at Dundee, Norton McCoy moved his family to New York City where he accepted a low-paying teaching position. For a time, the McCoys lived meagerly, but Hank used his brilliance to push ahead. He graduated high school early at age 16 and started working odd-jobs to help his family. As he did this he developed his ape-like reflexes. He became more and more physically endowed and at times he appeared to become more ape than man. This caused a fair amount of ridicule and scorn from his peers that threatened his potential. Not wanting to see his son's potential go to waste, Norton McCoy called upon an old college associate in Professor Charles Xavier. He was able to meet with his son and help him manage his animal instincts through psychic training and will-power. Once he had control, Hank was back on track.

By age 18, he obtained a scholarship from New York University, thanks in large part to Charles Xavier's influence. Once there, he excelled both in the classroom and on the field. Emboldened by his new control, he became a star football player and set several major rushing records. By the time, he graduated NYU with a doctorate, he was one of the youngest and most acclaimed graduates in the school's history. Slowly but surely, he became one of the most well-renowned researchers on mutation alongside Professor Xavier and Dr. Moira MacTaggart. Much of his work along with Xavier's would set the tone for mutant policies as the mutant population continued to grow.

While doing research, Hank was also offered an instructor role at Professor Xavier's new prestigious school in Salem Center, Westchester County: the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning, where he was part of the founding class of X-Men alongside John Proudstar, Sean Cassidy, Kevin Sydney, Scott Summers, Jean Grey, Warren Worthington III, and Bobby Drake, who he all made long-lasting friendships with. While his passion was in genetics, he was also a leader in robotics, and much of the Danger Room and various of the X-Mansion's other high-tech facilities were his doing. He also works as a part-time teacher for various schools in Salem Center, including Bayville Charter High, Westchester College, and Westchester Community College, showing that mutants and humans can co-exist in peace. During this time, he would meet pro-mutant activist and fellow scientist Vera Cantor, and the two hit it off very quickly, with them eventually marrying.

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Beast isn't blue or furry yet. Right now, he lives with his wife Vera in their apartment in North Salem, a town near Salem Center (where the Xavier Institute is located). While he's no longer a full-time member of the X-Men, he's always on call to help his friends in missions that require his scientific expertise.

At first, I just wanted to do him blue and furry and skip his human form, but I decided to do his original form at the last minute. While Hank isn't yet the mutant cookie monster that we all know and love, but he does have blueish-black hair as a slight reference to what's to come. His ponytail hairstyle is based off of his Ultimate counterpart. As for his costume's design, it's heavily inspired by the uniform he wore in X-Men: The Last Stand, but with a few aspects of his red and black seventies look. I also added yellow lab goggles, to make it look like he was in the middle of working on something in his lab.

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Description
Real Name: Dr. Henry Philip "Hank" McCoy
Codename: Beast
Aliases: Dr. M, Mutate 666
Nicknames: Hanko, Magilla Gorilla, Monkey, Monkey Man, Beast Boy, Kreature, Professor Cookie Monster, Wildlife
Status: Active
Reality: Earth-PRN101
Age: 28
Place of Birth: Dundee, Illinois
Citizenship: American
Species: Human; Mutant (Homo superior)
Gender: Male
Height: 5'11 (1.8 m)
Weight: 402 lbs (182.34 kg)
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Blueish black
Relationship Status: Married to Vera Cantor
Occupation: Teacher, Researcher, Biochemist, Licensed Doctor, Instructor at the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning
Education: MD from NYU, PhDs in Physics, Genetics, Chemistry, and Robotics. Nobel laureate.
Relatives: Norton McCoy (father); Edna McCoy (mother); Vera Cantor (wife)
Affiliation: X-Men (founding member)
Base of Operations: Xavier Institute for Higher Learning, 1407 Graymalkin Lane, Salem Center, Westchester County, New York
Mutation Class: Class III (Gamma)
Mutant Abilities: Simian-like physique which grants him increased strength, speed, reflexes, agility, flexibility, coordination, balance and endurance--not superhuman levels, but certainly peak of human condition. Subject is more suited towards acrobatics and gymnastics than long-distance running; indeed, he moves faster on four limbs than two. His feet are also extremely dexterous and when barefoot, he can climb nearly any surface with hand/footholds available. Also possesses a genius level IQ, but does not stem from his mutation.
Creators: Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
First Appearance: The X-Men #1 "X-Men" (September 1963)

Dr. Hank McCoy was born in Dundee, Illinois in a comfortable, middle-class home. Hank's father, Norton McCoy, was a prominent scientist who worked at the local laboratories and his mother, Edna, was a homemaker. His parents often called him their "miracle baby" as he was born to them long after doctors had thought it possible that they might ever have children. After decades of longing the bouncing baby boy was the answer to all his parents' wishes, even if they were mistaken for his grandparents whenever they would take him out in public. Much of Hank's early upbringing centered around the scientific community that was so prominent in the area. As a hotbed for advanced technological research, the young boy was immersed in the world of science and showed an early interest in wonders of the natural world.

Throughout his childhood, his parents nourished his innate curiosity. It wasn't long before Henry showed a profound talent for reason. By the time he was ten, he was scoring genius level results on IQ tests. He skipped several grades and frequently accompanied his father on his research assignments. Around this time, it was noticed by his family and peers that his appearance seemed a bit unusual. He developed a stocky, muscular demeanor that seemed more like an ape. It was subtle at first, but Hank himself quickly determined that he was a mutant. It was his first major discovery and despite the shock of his peers, it expanded his hunger for new knowledge.

Unfortunately, the knowledge he got from his father was cut off when Norton McCoy was fired. His superiors wanted him to start on a new project that involved chemical and biological agents that could potentially be used in war. He refused out of principle and because of this, he was cast out from both the community and the organization he dedicated his life to. This impacted Hank and his family profoundly, not just in terms of money but in ethics as well. His father's morality gave Hank a profound new insight on his world and would use this inspiration later in life.

After losing his job at Dundee, Norton McCoy moved his family to New York City where he accepted a low-paying teaching position. For a time, the McCoys lived meagerly, but Hank used his brilliance to push ahead. He graduated high school early at age 16 and started working odd-jobs to help his family. As he did this he developed his ape-like reflexes. He became more and more physically endowed and at times he appeared to become more ape than man. This caused a fair amount of ridicule and scorn from his peers that threatened his potential. Not wanting to see his son's potential go to waste, Norton McCoy called upon an old college associate in Professor Charles Xavier. He was able to meet with his son and help him manage his animal instincts through psychic training and will-power. Once he had control, Hank was back on track.

By age 18, he obtained a scholarship from New York University, thanks in large part to Charles Xavier's influence. Once there, he excelled both in the classroom and on the field. Emboldened by his new control, he became a star football player and set several major rushing records. By the time, he graduated NYU with a doctorate, he was one of the youngest and most acclaimed graduates in the school's history. Slowly but surely, he became one of the most well-renowned researchers on mutation alongside Professor Xavier and Dr. Moira MacTaggart. Much of his work along with Xavier's would set the tone for mutant policies as the mutant population continued to grow.

While doing research, Hank was also offered an instructor role at Professor Xavier's new prestigious school in Salem Center, Westchester County: the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning, where he was part of the founding class of X-Men alongside John Proudstar, Sean Cassidy, Kevin Sydney, Scott Summers, Jean Grey, Warren Worthington III, and Bobby Drake, who he all made long-lasting friendships with. While his passion was in genetics, he was also a leader in robotics, and much of the Danger Room and various of the X-Mansion's other high-tech facilities were his doing. He also works as a part-time teacher for various schools in Salem Center, including Bayville Charter High, Westchester College, and Westchester Community College, showing that mutants and humans can co-exist in peace. During this time, he would meet pro-mutant activist and fellow scientist Vera Cantor, and the two hit it off very quickly, with them eventually marrying.

XXXXXX

Beast isn't blue or furry yet. Right now, he lives with his wife Vera in their apartment in North Salem, a town near Salem Center (where the Xavier Institute is located). While he's no longer a full-time member of the X-Men, he's always on call to help his friends in missions that require his scientific expertise.

At first, I just wanted to do him blue and furry and skip his human form, but I decided to do his original form at the last minute. While Hank isn't yet the mutant cookie monster that we all know and love, but he does have blueish-black hair as a slight reference to what's to come. His ponytail hairstyle is based off of his Ultimate counterpart. As for his costume's design, it's heavily inspired by the uniform he wore in X-Men: The Last Stand, but with a few aspects of his red and black seventies look. I also added yellow lab goggles, to make it look like he was in the middle of working on something in his lab.

X-Men © Marvel Comics