Hank Pym

Scientist Supreme

Scientist and superhero who developed the superpower drug Pym Particles, granting the ability to freely control size. Active as a central member of the Avengers under aliases such as Ant-Man, Giant-Man, Yellowjacket, etc.

Quotes

  • Science is the light of hope.
  • Shrinking or enlarging is one thing, but keeping the heart strong is the most difficult.
  • Research and fight for family.
  • My research must never be misused.
  • People can change; I'll prove it.

Trivia

  • Pym Particles are known as one of the premier SF concepts in Marvel Comics.
  • MCU appearance with Michael Douglas's casting drew massive attention in live-action.
  • Initial member of the Avengers and key scientist role.
  • Many episodes depict mental instability, portraying complex humanity.
  • After wife Janet's death, passed on Wasp activities to the new Wasp.
  • In MCU, conflict and reconciliation with daughter Hope is a major theme.

Alternate names

Henry Jonathan Pym Ant-Man Giant-Man Goliath Yellowjacket Wasp

Tags

Ant-Man Avengers Scientist Pym Particles Giant-Man Yellowjacket Marvel Comics Wasp Superhero MCU

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man. Serious appearance with glasses befitting a scientist; during combat, wears various suits such as Ant-Man, Giant-Man, Yellowjacket, etc.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Glasses
  • Clean, scientist-like appearance
  • Age-appropriate graying hair
Iconic items
  • Pym Particle Suit
  • Ant-Man's Helmet
  • Yellowjacket Suit
  • Cybernetic Helmet
  • Scientist's Lab Coat

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Genius
Detailed personality
Possesses extremely high intelligence, but is short-tempered and stubborn with difficulties in human relationships; however, also has a passionate heart that deeply loves and protects family and disciples. Has experienced periods of mental instability, making for a quirky character.
Keywords
  • Genius
  • Short-tempered
  • Stubborn
  • Family-oriented
  • Scientist
  • Overprotective
  • Hot-blooded
  • Psychological complexity
  • Technical prowess
Motto
Change the future with science and family love
Talents
  • Biochemistry
  • Physics
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Robotics
  • Cybernetics
  • Entomology
  • Artificial Intelligence
Skills
  • Pym Particle applications
  • Size manipulation combat techniques
  • Advanced invention design
  • Purgatory strategies
  • Scientific instruction
Motivation
Maintaining peace with Pym Particles and ensuring the safety of family and comrades.
Habits
Short-tempered and prone to tantrums, but kind and caring. Obsessive about details.
Favorite foods
Coffee, Classic cuisine, Cheese, Honey, Vegetable-based meals
Hobbies
Experiments, Exploration, Repairs, Insect observation, Inventions
Favorite colors
Blue, White, Black
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Incompetent actions, Misuse, Family crises, Irresponsible attitudes

History

Backstory
Henry Pym discovered the rare subatomic particle 'Pym Particles' as a scientist. Using them, he gained the ability to shrink his body to insect size and began hero activities as 'Ant-Man.' Collaborated with his wife Janet (Wasp), involved in founding the Avengers, and holds diverse hero identities. Through mental issues and incidents, built a career as a scientist and teamwork, while in the MCU depicted with a past as an S.H.I.E.L.D. agent and complex relationships with his daughter and disciples.
Debut date
January 1, 1962
Work title
Tales to Astonish #27
Media type
Manga

First appearance as Ant-Man

Significant event
First appearance as Ant-Man
Description
Used Pym Particles to begin superhero activities as Ant-Man.

Avengers formation

Significant event
Avengers formation
Description
Joined as an initial member of the team as Ant-Man and Wasp.

Transformation to Giant-Man

Significant event
Transformation to Giant-Man
Description
Utilizing size-changing ability, transforms into Giant-Man at 12 feet.

Mental illness and Yellowjacket transformation

Significant event
Mental illness and Yellowjacket transformation
Description
Due to onset of schizophrenia, develops second personality Yellowjacket and experiences conflict.

MCU movie debut

Significant event
MCU movie debut
Description
Appears in the movie 'Ant-Man' played by Michael Douglas, gaining significant attention.

Relationships

Janet van Dyne

Spouse

Long-time partner and hero comrade. Married and also experienced divorce.

Hope van Dyne

Child

Daughter. Complicated parent-child relationship but deeply loves her.

Scott Lang

Mentor

Entrusts suit as successor Ant-Man and trains him.

Tony Stark

Rival

As technicians, clash with each other but cooperate.

Avengers

Avengers: leader

West Coast Avengers

West Coast Avengers: strategist

Mighty Avengers

Mighty Avengers: co-founder

Secret Avengers

Secret Avengers: member

Media appearances

Tales to Astonish

Manga / Protagonist

Appears from 1962

Marvel Super Heroes

Anime / Supporting

2010s

Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes

Anime / Protagonist

Voiced by Wally Wingert

Ant-Man (MCU)

Movie / Protagonist

2015

Ant-Man & the Wasp (MCU)

Movie / Protagonist

2018

Avengers: Endgame

Movie / Supporting

2019

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2

Game / Boss

2009

Voice cast and creators

Kouki Miyutomo

Voice actor
Kouki Miyutomo
Language
Japanese
Version or series
MCU Japanese dub

Michael Douglas

Voice actor
Michael Douglas
Language
English
Version or series
MCU movies
Notes
Original Hank Pym role

Wally Wingert

Voice actor
Wally Wingert
Language
English
Version or series
Anime series

Stan Lee

Creator name
Stan Lee
Role
Original author

Larry Lieber

Creator name
Larry Lieber
Role
Writer

Jack Kirby

Creator name
Jack Kirby
Role
Character designer

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Category
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Availability
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Category
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Availability
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