Leonus

 is a fictional genetically altered being and a minor recurring character featured in comic book titles published by Marvel Comics. He is part of the mainstream Marvel Universe and first appeared in Hulk King-Size Special #1 in October, 1968.

Biography
was a member of the genetically augmented race known as the Inhumans. He underwent terrigenesis by exposing himself to the Terrigen Mist, which granted him superhuman abilities. was a resident of the Great Refuge and fell under the influence of Maximus the Mad, who persistently engaged in a scheme to the take the throne of leadership from his brother, Black Bolt.

Abilities

 * Unique physiology: Having undergone terrigenesis, Leonus has the physical characteristics of a lion, but in a humanoid frame.
 * Enhanced speed: Leonus has great dexterity and agility and swiftness.
 * Enhanced durability: Leonus has tremendous physical endurance.
 * Enhanced stamina: Leonus has increased stamina on a superhuman level and can operate at peak efficiency for an extended period of time.
 * Enhanced strength: Leonus has superhuman stress and is capable of lifting and/or pressing in excess of ten tons.

Equipment

 * Claws: Leonus wears metal gauntlet gloves on each hand as well as both feet that include razor tip fingers and toes.

Appearances

 * Amazing Adventures Vol 2 1
 * Amazing Adventures Vol 2 2
 * Fantastic Four 83
 * Fantastic Four 401
 * Fantastic Four Unlimited 2
 * Fantastic Four: Atlantis Rising 1
 * FF 11
 * Incredible Hulk Vol 2 119
 * Incredible Hulk Vol 2 120
 * Incredible Hulk Vol 2 Special 1
 * Inhumans 1
 * Inhumans 2
 * Inhumans 4
 * Inhumans 5
 * Inhumans 6
 * Silver Surfer 18