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Real Name: Warren Kenneth Worthington III Current Alias : Archangel Aliases : Angel II, Avenging Angel, Death II, Dark Angel Identity: It is publicly known, but not that he was the being called Death. Alignment : Good Occupation: Adventurer, chairman & principal stockholder of Worthington Industries, former terrorist Affiliation: X-Men, Mutantes Sans Frontières, Hellfire Club, formerly Secret Defenders, X-Factor/X-Terminators, Horsemen of Apocalypse, Defenders, Death's champions, Champions of Los Angeles, X-Force Relatives: Wallace Worthington (Revolutionary War-era ancestor, deceased), Warren K. Worthington, Sr. (paternal grandfather, deceased), Dazzler (Burt Worthington) (paternal uncle), Warren K. Worthington, Jr. (father, deceased), Kathryn Worthington (mother, deceased), Unidentified cousin Universe : Marvel Universe Earth 616 Base Of Operations: The Angel has apartments in New York City and Los Angeles, and has an estate in the New Mexican Rockies. Characteristics Gender : Male Height: 6 Ft. Weight: 150 lbs Eyes: Blue Hair: Blond Unusual Features : A pair of white wings coming out of his back, formerly had blue skin and metal wings. Legal Status: United States citizen with no criminal record Citizenship : United States of America (No Criminal Record) Marital Status: Dating Occupation : Adventurer, Chairman & principal stockholder of Worthington Industries, Multi-Millionaire, Heir, former terrorist Education : College degree from Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters Enhancement : Warren Worthington III is a Mutant, born with the potential for super-human powers which emerged during pueberty. Place of Birth: Centerport, Long Island, New York First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #1 (as Angel II), X-Factor #17 (as Death II), X-Factor #36 (as Dark Angel), X-Factor #38 (as Archangel) Origin : X-Men #54-56 (1969) Significant Issues : Joined X-Men (X-Men #56, 1969); father killed, learned Dazzler was uncle (Ka-Zar #2-3/Marvel Tales #30, 1970/1971); mother died (X-Men: The Hidden Years #15, 2001); founded Champions, revealed identity to public, inherited fortune (Champions #1-5, 1975-1976); joined Defenders (New Defenders #125, 1983); co-founded X-Factor (X-Factor #1, 1986); wings critically damaged (Thor #373-374, 1986); possessed by Darkforce, vs New Warriors (New Warriors #32-34/New Warriors Annual #3, 1993); feathered wings returned (Uncanny X-Men #338, 1996); skin color returned to normal (Uncanny X-Men #411-412, 2002); discovered healing ability (Uncanny X-Men #420, 2003); established Wings over the World (X-Men Unlimited #8, 2005); with Husk, established Mutantes Sans Frontières, vs Weaponeers in Zanzibar (Excalibur #11-13, 2005); post "M-Day," faked losing powers to help capture Ghoul (Generation M #4-5, 2006); return to X-Men (Civil War: X-Men #1, 2006) Origin : Warren Worthington III was attending a private school in his adolescence when wings began to grow from his shoulder blade. The wings reached their full adult size within months, but Worthington kept them a secret by strapping them tightly to his back and concealing them under his clothes. At first he thought himself a freak. However, Worthington learned that he could use his wing to fly, and came to enjoy his new ability. Then, one night there was a fire in his dormitory, and he resolved to use his flying power to rescue the people inside. To conceal his identity, Worthington wore a long blond wig and a long nightshirt, so that he looked like an angel. The rescue was successful, and his identity remained a secret. Shortly thereafter Worthington became a costumed crime fighter in New York City under the name of the Avenging Angel. He was then contacted by the X-Men and agreed to join them. Strength Level: Angel possesses Peak Human Strength due to his body's natural mutation. The Angel possesses greater physical strength than an ordinary human equal to him in body weight and can lift about 500 lbs. Known Superhuman Powers: Wings : Angel has fully feathered wings that span 16' and have a very flexible skeletal structure. He can fly by flapping his wings, and can reach speeds of up to 150 mph. Though he generally flies below the height of clouds at 6,500 feet, Archangel can reach a height of 10,000 feet with little effort. His wings are strong enough to carry aloft at least 200 pounds in addition to his own body weight. Archangel's entire anatomy is adapted for flight, having hollow bones; a body virtually devoid of fat, granting him enhanced proportionate muscle strength; eyes that can withstand high-speed winds; enhanced eyesight enabling him to see at distances far greater than the average human; and a special respiratory membrane that extracts oxygen from the air at extreme velocities and altitudes. Following his secondary mutation, Archangel can heal fatal injuries and cure most known diseases at an accelerated speed by mixing his blood with that of the victims, so long as they have a compatible blood type. Superhuman Stamina: The Angel's musculature produces less fatigue toxins during physical activity than the musculature of an ordinary human. He can physically exert himself at peak capacity for several hours before the build up of fatigue toxins in his blood begins to impair him. His physical stamina while in flight is considerably greater. The Angel can fly non-stop under his own power for a maximum of approximately twelve hours. Contrary to some reports, he couldn't make a transatlantic flight solely on his own power. During his one attempt to do so, he hitched a ride on an airplane for part of the way. Superhuman Durability: The tissues of Archangel's body are somewhat harder and more durable than that of an ordinary human, though he is far from invulnerable. While he can be injured in ways comparable to an ordinary human, his body is structured to withstand the friction caused by flying at high speeds. He can also withstand impact forces that would severely injure or kill an ordinary human with only mild to moderate discomfort. Regenerative Healing Factor: The Angel possesses an accelerated healing factor that enables him to repair damaged tissue with much greater speed and efficiency than an ordinary human. He can completely recover from non-fatal injuries such as slash and punctures within a matter of hours and injuries as severe as broken bones within a few days. This ability extends to being transferred by blood, thus he can heal others who come into contact with his blood, provided they have the same blood type. Flight: The Angel's normal cruising speed averages around 70 miles per hour (112 kph), though he is capable of diving swoops that reach up to 180 miles per hour (290 kph). He can fly at 150 miles per hour (240 kph) without the help of a tail wind for up to half an hour at a time before tiring to an appreciable degree. Though he generally flies beneath the height of the clouds ([6,500 feet) (1981 meters)he can reach a height of 10,000 feet (3000 meters)with little effort. With severe strain he can attain the highest recorded altitude of a bird in flight (African geese at 29,000 feet (8840 meters) above sea level), but he could only remain that high for several minutes. Conditionally : Techno-Organic Wings: Angel was given techno-organic wings by Apocalypse as part of his conversion to the Horseman Death. Those wings enabled him to fly approximately at Mach 1 as well as being razor-sharp and able to shield his body by covering up. Its flechettes could be thrown as weapons, some of which were were covered in a neurological agent that could stun a foe. Eventually those wings decayed revealing feathered wings underneath. Later, after his organic wings were lost for a second time, the techno-organic wings regrew and his blue skin color returned. After killing those who took his organic wings, he reverted to his original Angel form. It's since been revealed that under stress his Archangel abilities can return, though he lacks complete control over this more aggressive form. Formerly : Angel temporarily had his wings empowered with 'lifeforce' in a later confrontation with Apocalypse. After healing the former Horseman War I, his wings returned to normal. Abilities : Expert Combatant: Archangel is a skilled combatant, especially in aerial hand-to-hand combat. Skuills : Business Sense: He is also a talented businessman whose wealth ranks him in the lower part of the Fortune 500 list. Weaknesses : beautiful women Paraphernalia Equipment: Image Inducer Transportation: None known. Weapons: None known. Early in his career as The Avenging Angel, Warren cattied a Gas Pellet Gun. Abilities : Archangel is a skilled combatant, especially in aerial hand-to-hand combat. He is also a talented businessman whose wealth ranks him in the lower part of the Fortune 500 list. Weapons : For a short time, Archangel wielded the Soulsword of the Exile Magik. As the Avenging Angel, he carried a gun loaded with knockout gas pellets. Paraphernalia : Archangel often wears a harness to help conceal his wings underneath his clothes. When blue-skinned, Archangel used a holographic image inducer to grant him a normal appearance. For More Info see Archangel, X-Factor, The X-Men and Marvel Slideshow

Original X-Men : Warren Worthington III was the mutant son of the wealthy Warren K Worthington Jr and his wife Kathryn, neither of whom were aware that their son had developed a pair of large feathered wings extending from his back enabling him to fly. He first began his superhero career as the Avenging Angel. He was recruited by Professor X and became a founding member of the X-Men, along with Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Beast, and Iceman. Though Warren was initially attracted to Jean Grey (Marvel Girl), Warren dated Candy Southern during this time.        When the changeling posing as Xavier was killed by Grotesk, the X-Men were ordered to disband by the FBI. Returning to live with his parents, Warren continued to sneak out at night and secretly satisfy his need to fight crime and see Candy. While Warren was out on a date with Candy, his father was killed by men working for the villain Dazzler. Overcome with grief, Warren blamed his own absence for his father's murder. Candy was kidnapped by Dazzler's organization as well, and when Warren went to rescue her, the Dazzler removed Angel's mask and revealed his identity to both the Dazzler and Candy. Dazzler admitted to actually being Warren's own uncle, Burtram Worthington, having only used Worthington Industries for his campaign of diamond smuggling. Burtram was apparently then killed in the following battle from a great fall.        X-Men Reformed : The X-Men reformed, with Xavier returning not long after, explaining his situation of leaving before the Z'Noxx invasion. It was later revealed that Warren's uncle Burtram Worthington had in fact survived the fall, and was intending on stealing away the Worthington family fortune. The X-Men with Candy were able to stop the Dazzler's plot, but not before Warren's mother Kathryn was poisoned by Burtram and died. Not longer after, Warren and the other original X-Men left the fold following an encounter with the island-being Krakoa, leaving Cyclops and Xavier with a brand new team of X-Men.        Life After the X-Men : Planning to start a college career in Los Angeles, both Warren and Iceman started the group called the Champions of Los Angeles with the vast amounts of wealth Warren had inherited from his mother's death. The group was volatile, however, and disbanded after a brief stint. Warren and Candy moved away to Colorado for some time before going back to New York. Following Jean Grey's apparent death, Cyclops left the X-Men for a time, so Angel rejoined the team so that they were not shorthanded. Warren eventually left the X-Men again due to constant conflict with fellow team member Wolverine. Warren was later kidnapped by the underground Morlocks. He was released after the X-Man Storm defeated the Morlock's leader Callisto in a duel for leadership of the Morlocks.        X-Factor : Warren joined the other founding X-Men to form X-Factor, an organization that intended to seek out and aid other mutants under the pretense of hunting down those perceived menaces to society. During a mission to save the Morlocks from being massacred by the Marauders, Warren's wings were pinned to the wall by the Marauder Harpoon. His wings were severely injured to the point that amputation was necessary for him to live. Distraught by this experience, Warren attempted suicide, and was believed dead, although he was actually rescued by Apocalypse. Warren agreed to serve Apocalypse in return for his new cybernetic wings. Apocalypse warped his body and mind into his own "Angel of Death," and placed him into his team of Horsemen. As Death, Warren fought the rest of X-Factor, but was soon brought out of his brainwashing and rejoined his team as the somber and brooding "Archangel."        Archangel : At this point, Warren was often the target of attack by his friend-turned-traitor, Cameron Hodge. Hodge eventually killed Candy Southern, and Worthington apparently killed Hodge in retaliation. Continually fighting an inward battle to fight his killer instincts, Warren eventually won over Apocalypse's influence.        Returning to the X-Men : The original X-Factor became a part of the X-Men fold again, and Warren often adventured with the X-Men's "Gold Team." Soon, he became romantically involved with fellow X-man Psylocke. When fighting the mutant Sabretooth, both he and Psylocke were gravely injured. Warren helped his friend Wolverine search for a cure for Psylocke, and eventually revived her with help from the Crimson Dawn. A short time later, he regained his original, feathered wings when his cybernetic ones "molted" away. Soon, he was left with two wings akin to his original feathered ones, although he retained his blue features. Warren left the X-Men with Psylocke to recuperate.        Apocalypse's Horsemen of Death : Warren joined a splinter X-Men group to assist the Mannites in their battle with the latest bearer of the name Death. When Worthington returned home, he was attacked by an alien doppelganger of the X-Man Wolverine. This prompted him and Psylocke to rejoin the X-Men, and they became involved in stopping the latest plan of the villain Apocalypse to gain ultimate power. During a fight with the brainwashed Wolverine, Angel became more and more ruthless, until he was overcome by a transformation that left him with glowing wings and hair as well as psionic abilities. He used these abilities to track down the first Horseman known as War, who had somehow once again become a paraplegic, and healed him. Warren explained that he had become the embodiment of hope, and then he used his newfound psionic powers to heal War.        Warren then divided his time between running his fortune, Worthington Industries, and working with the X-Men. Over time, his new abilities disappeared and his relationship with Psylocke drifted apart.        X-Men : Eventually, Warren returned to the X-Men full-time. He helped the X-Men defeat the threats of the X-Corps and the Vanisher's mutant drug cartel. Warren became the leader of the X-Men's active away team, and even took the opportunity to address a European summit about mutant rights. This move and the cause that he promoted have helped turn the X-Men from an outlaw band of heroes to a recognized global rights group.        Transformation : During this time, in a battle with the plant-being Black Tom Cassidy, Worthington was entrapped in Black Tom's life-draining vines and began to enter cardiac arrest. He was saved by his teammates, whereupon his blue skin reverted to its former color. (This was later pointed to as a signal that his healing abilities had begun to manifest themselves more strongly.)        Maximus Lobo : Warren was forced to confront his cavalier attitude toward his fortune when he discovered Lobo Technology, a division of Worthington Industries, had been taken over by Maximus Lobo and a community of mutant werewolves. Maximus Lobo fought the X-Men and nearly killed Worthington and the junior X-Men member Husk. The two barely escaped and only survived from the brink of death with the help of Worthington's healing powers. Maximus Lobo revealed that he was involved in the murder of Worthington's father, in part so that he could create a dominate subspecies of mutant werewolves operating out of Lobo Tech. Maximus Lobo ultimately defeated himself by allowing Lobo Tech to explode rather than concede defeat to the X-Men.        Husk : Warren and Husk developed a romantic relationship after their ordeal, but it started off uneasy and continued in fits and starts. They committed themselves to each other when the X-Men helped Husk's brother Jay deal with mutant bigotry in his hometown. Shortly after this, Warren left active duty and his subsequent activities remain unrevealed. www.dragonhero.com