BADROCK

Real Name: Thomas John McCall

Current Alias: Badrock

Identity: Public

Alignment: Good

Affiliation: Youngbloogpd (Home Team)

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Overview

Badrock is one of the most iconic and recognizable members of Youngblood, the United States government’s premiere sanctioned superhero team. A typical teenager named Thomas McCall, he underwent a radical physical transformation that turned his body into a massive, granite-like substance. Unlike many “monster” archetypes who view their powers as a curse, Badrock fully embraces his celebrity status and the thrill of superheroics, serving as the youthful, high-energy anchor of the Youngblood Home Team.

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Origin

Thomas McCall is a typical sixteen-year-old —until his life changes forever in his father’s top-secret government laboratory. Thomas’s father was a leading scientist working on mutagenic catalysts. While in the lab, Thomas accidentally ingested a vial of a highly unstable, experimental mutagenic substance.

The chemical reaction was instantaneous and violent, triggering a massive evolutionary leap. His skin hardened into an indestructible organic rock, and his physical stature exploded to a height of eight feet. Despite the frightening nature of the transformation, Thomas retained his personality and intellect. Seeing the potential in his new form, the government immediately recruited him into the Youngblood program under the codename Badrock.

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Creation

Badrock was created by artist and writer Rob Liefeld, first appearing in Youngblood #1 (1992). He was designed to be the “powerhouse” of the original Image Comics era, characterized by a massive, blocky silhouette that prioritized volume and physical presence. Over the years, he became a breakout star, appearing in numerous crossovers and even starring in his own solo limited series and one-shots.

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Character Evolution

Throughout his history, Badrock has evolved from a simple “strongman” into a nuanced leader and a mentor to other young heroes. Despite his intimidating appearance, he is often the moral center of the team, balancing his adolescent enthusiasm with a growing sense of responsibility. His relationships with his teammates—specifically his camaraderie with Shaft and his protective nature toward Vogue—have humanized him beyond his rocky exterior.

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Powers and Abilities

### Superhuman Strength

Badrock possesses Class 100+ strength, allowing him to lift or press well over 100 tons. His physical power is sufficient to trade blows with god-like beings and demolish armored vehicles with ease.

### Near-Invulnerability

His body is composed of a dense, organic rock substance similar to granite. This provides him with incredible durability, making him virtually immune to:

• Small arms fire and high-caliber ballistics.
• Extreme temperatures, ranging from sub-zero environments to the heat of a blast furnace.
• Intense kinetic impact, such as falls from orbital heights or high-speed collisions.

### Enhanced Stamina

Badrock’s rocky physiology produces significantly fewer fatigue toxins than a normal human. He can exert himself at peak physical capacity for several days before exhaustion begins to set in.

### Teenage Intellect & Enthusiasm

While not a technical genius like his father, Thomas possesses a sharp mind and a high level of media savvy. His youthful perspective often allows him to see solutions that more cynical, veteran members of Youngblood might overlook.

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Vital Statistics

Property	Detail
Height	8′ 0″
Weight	1800 lbs.
Eyes	Blue (White in rocky form)
Hair	Brown (None in rocky form)
Skin	Grey Granite