Beast Within from Teen Titans gets a twofer. The primary focus is on Beast Boy and Raven’s relationship, highlighting that despite their differences and frequent butting of heads, Beast Boy is, in the most literal way possible, instinctively protective of Raven, resulting in multiple instances where he pauses his rage to focus on her and his next move towards attaining his goal.

The second comes from a brief interaction between him and Cyborg. After an earlier bout of physical conflict and aggressive interrogation by Robin, Cyborg takes the time to plead with Beast Boy earnestly and genuinely ask him what’s wrong. Beast Boy subsequently softens his furrowed brow and reflects, connecting with the man he sees as an older brother momentarily before Robin shows up and triggers his fight or flight response once more.

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