[ He's rather them try to kill him than someone less able to defend themselves. It's why when he's not being "dead" he makes damned sure he can be seen. ]

Yes, exactly. Though Franklin's still young, and like any child, has a perchance for mischief and pranks. Perhaps not helped by the rest of us.

[ Mutants have a sense of humor. They have to. ]

Understandable.

More than most. At least for those from Earth, it seems.