Tad Carter (introduction, origin); Brad Carter; Mr. Filbert; Tobias Messenger (identified in X-Men: the Hidden Years (Marvel, 1999 series) #18)
Synopsis
A boy's early exposure to radiation causes him to develop powers. He is attacked when others learn of his powers, and suddenly is lifted into the sky by another far-off mutant, who contacts his mind and explains that he must live in hiding with other mutants until the world is ready.