Feral (Mutant X)

In the television show "Mutant X", Genomex created four classes of new mutants: feral, elemental, molecular and psionic. Feral New Mutants have had their DNA spliced with animal DNA resulting in either physical or mental characteristics of the animal. They are usually athletic.

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"(listed in order from the most common)"

Feline: Typically possessing the DNA of the lion, tiger, panther, leopard, cheetah or other feline species, these ferals often display inhuman speed and agility, enhanced senses (particularly eyesight, smell and hearing) and greatly augmented physical strength (although not as strong as an ursine feral). Feline ferals often display great sociability and are extremely territorial.

Ursines: Possessing the DNA of bear species such as grizzly, black, brown and polar, ursine ferals are superior to all other ferals with regard to physical strength. The have above human hearing, smell and superior speed as well. Ursine ferals are often quite solitary, which often disagrees with their human side, which craves human interaction. Like felines and canines, they are fiercely territorial as well.

Canines:Typically possess the DNA of a specific family of dog such as the wolf (Lupine), fox, coyote or other canine species, these ferals have the keenest sense of smell of all ferals, acute hearing and eyesight. Like feline ferals, they have extreme physical strength, speed and agility. They are the most social of all ferals and but are easily provoked and quick to anger.

Reptus:: Possessing the DNA of reptilian species such as snake and lizard (including alligator and crocodile), these ferals display both enhanced physical skills and exotic physical features. These features can include additional membranes (e.g., eyes) and concealed venom sacs, while enhanced skills include reptilian reaction and reflexes as well as augmented strength (if the applicable DNA is alligator, crocodile or a larger lizard such as the komodo dragon). In addition, most reptilian ferals crave external heat as they display the features of cold-blooded organisms. Reptilian ferals are also immune to most forms of hypnosis and mind-control.

Porcine & Bovine: While porcine ferals possess pig, hog and boar DNA, bovines typically have the DNA of domestic cattle, buffalo, bison and yak. Due to the similarity of the two classes of animal, some of these ferals may possess DNA of both. Above human strength and hearing are essentially the only advantageous traits among these breeds, however their strength coupled with charging speed can create a devastating attack. They also tend to be quick to anger.

Cervine: Possessing the DNA of deer species, which also includes similar species such as moose, antelope or gazelle, cervine ferals display speed, agility and grace unparallel, even in feline ferals. Their sense of hearing is heightened to inhuman extremes, yet their other senses are only slightly enhanced beyond those of normal humans. Cervine ferals have an inner sense that warns them of impending danger and have the remarkable ability to remain completely motionless. Some cervine ferals may even display physical mutations such as antler and elongated limbs.

Amphibians: Typically possessing the DNA of amphibious animals such as frog, toad, newt or salamander, amphibious ferals, like reptilian ferals, display both enhanced physical skills and the exotic physical features. These ferals, depending on the nature of the associated DNA, have incredibly strong legs and are able to jump incredible heights and possess additional membranes for underwater activity. Most if not all amphibious ferals are adaptable in water and their agility increases while in water. They are able to hold their breath for considerably longer than a normal human being.

Piscis: Typically possessing the DNA of any of the non-mammalian aquatic vertebrate breeds, including the lamprey, shark or other fish breeds, these ferals possess many common characteristics of the aquatic breeds such as functional organs (e.g., gills, swim bladders, webbing, additional membranes) and enhanced skills including superior agility and speed underwater and perhaps most important of all the ability to breath underwater. They feel an intense urge to be in water although they are functional on land. Some pisces ferals may also possess extendable spines with poisonous or paralyzing effects.

Insectum: Typically possessing the DNA of any of various arachnid breeds, including scorpion or spider, these extremely rare ferals may possess functional organs such as extendable stingers, spinnerets, antennae, venom sacs, pheromone ducts and exoskeletal structures. These ferals may also possess greatly enhanced physical skills, particularly speed and agility. They can be prone to acts of violence as their mammalian and insect physiology constantly rejects the other.

Aves: Possessing the DNA of any of various species of bird, including eagle, hawk, falcon or owl, this rare feral breed possesses many common characteristics of birds including functional organs such as enhanced respiratory and skeletal systems as well as an enhanced ocular system and organs. However, functional wings are rare if at all possible. In addition, other varieties of DNA may be infused for additional desirable characteristics such as penguin DNA for cold resistance.