Who Is Beak? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Beak is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Barnell Bohusk, with over 502 comic issue appearances. Beak's mutation manifested at puberty, developing into a humanoid/avian hybrid much like the physiology found in flightless birds. He is amongst the number of mutants depowered due to the events of M-Day, his body reverting back to human form.

Who is Beak?

Origin Barnell Bohusk had a particularly difficult time in coming to terms with his mutation, the physical aspects finding him shunned and considered grotesque by fellow teenagers who named him "Beak". Originally from the Netherlands , Barnell made his way to Xavier's Institute in the hopes of being accepted amongst other mutants but discovered otherwise. Despite this, Beak found some comfort in a special class taught by Xorn which grouped together similarly marginalized mutants like him. Creation Barnell Boshuk is a Marvel character created by Grant Morrison and Ethan Van Sciver , first appearing in New X-Men #117. Character Evolution Hiding behind beer barrels in the back alleys of Rotterdam, Barnell felt ostracised by society due to his appearance. Living on the streets since running away from home, he welcomed the opportunity to join Xavier's Institute and while there, developed long lasting relationships most notably with fellow mutant Angel Salvador who he created a family with. Despite participating in horrible acts against his will, Barnell's extraordinary ability to create and maintain deep friendships helped many of his team-mates and in one instance, saved an entire worl.

Key facts

Beak is of mutant origin and first appeared in "Danger Rooms". The character is published by Marvel. With 502 recorded issue appearances, Beak ranks among the most featured characters in comics.