Who Is Neutron Bum? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Neutron Bum is a Marvel comic book character, with over 2 comic issue appearances. The Neutron Bum was a nuclear-powered vagrant who went on a rampage through Manhattan, looking for respect and a cup of coffee.

Who is Neutron Bum?

Origin Very little is known about the Neutron Bum, save that he was homeless and living in New York City . Creation The Neutron Bum was created by James Fry III and Len Kaminski . He made his first appearance in Slapstick #3 . Major Story Arcs The Fury of the Neutron Bum In an abandoned storage facility somewhere under New York a power surge in a defective junction box interacts with the barrels of radioactive waste on which the bum is sitting. Somehow, the nameless hobo survives the explosion and makes his way up to street level. Once out on the street, he accosts a passing pedestrian, begging for fifty cents for a cup of coffee. Outraged by his victim's refusal, the Bum grabs the man by the shoulder, only to watch the rude man explode. With his newfound power, the Neutron Bum begins to make his way through downtown Manhattan, demanding ever increasing amounts of money for a cup of coffee.

Key facts

Neutron Bum is of radiation origin and first appeared in "Sweeney Toddler". The character is published by Marvel. With 2 recorded issue appearances, Neutron Bum ranks among the most featured characters in comics.