Marvel's X-Babies: Created By: The X-Babies were created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Arthur Adams. They first appeared in "Uncanny X-Men Annual" #12 in 1988. First Appearances: The X-Babies made their debut in "Uncanny X-Men Annual" #12, in a story titled "Revenge of the Baby-Sitters." Major Comic Book Story Appearances: The X-Babies have appeared in various comic book stories, often in humorous and light-hearted contexts. Notable appearances include "X-Babies: Murderama" and "X-Men Annual" #33. Full Bio: The X-Babies are pint-sized, childlike versions of the X-Men, created through magical means. Their existence is a result of a plot by the villain Mojo, a dimension-crossing being obsessed with entertainment. Mojo created the X-Babies as a parody of the adult X-Men for his own twisted entertainment purposes. The X-Babies' adventures often involve them navigating a world designed for adults, complete with dangers and challenges scaled down to their size. Despite their childlike appearances, each X-Baby retains a miniature version of the powers and personalities of their adult counterparts. In "X-Babies: Murderama," the X-Babies found themselves in a world designed as a television studio, facing challenges and battles that were part of Mojo's sadistic entertainment programming. The storyline highlighted the contrast between the innocence of childhood and the harsh realities of Mojo's manufactured world. While the X-Babies are often portrayed in humorous and playful situations, their existence raises questions about the ethical implications of Mojo's manipulations and the nature of reality in the Marvel Multiverse. Power Set: The powers of the X-Babies mirror those of their adult counterparts, albeit in miniature form. For example: Mini-Cyclops: Possesses optic blasts. Mini-Wolverine: Has retractable claws and a healing factor. Mini-Storm: Controls weather on a smaller scale. Each X-Baby showcases a playful and exaggerated version of the powers exhibited by the adult X-Men, adding a whimsical touch to their adventures. Friends and Allies in the Comics: The X-Babies are often depicted in standalone stories or crossovers that bring them into contact with various characters from the Marvel Universe. Their interactions with Mojo and other dimension-crossing entities provide a unique perspective on the Marvel Multiverse. Given their childlike innocence, the X-Babies are not embroiled in the complex relationships and alliances that characterise the adult X-Men's world. Instead, they navigate their adventures with a sense of wonder and playfulness.