Hank McCoy, was born with a genius-level IQ, but it is for his super-strength and inhuman agility that he is known as the bounding Beast! Though his exaggerated hands and feet give him a less than human appearance, McCoy's incredible intellect far surpasses those of his fellow classmates at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. Despite the fact that he is known for his eloquence, Beast would be at a loss for words if asked which thrilled him more-science or saving the world!