Robert "Bobby" Drake is an omega-level mutant from New York with ice-based powers. When his powers first manifested, Bobby accidentally froze his bully in a moment of rage and was hunted by his neighbors. He was later approached by Scott Summers, who offered him a chance to join Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. Bobby agreed and became the youngest member of the original X-Men. After he left, Professor X manipulated memories of Bobby's parents and friends to forget about his powers, though he eventually revealed his superhero identity to them again.