Issue: #8
Blue Beetle has abandoned his friends, family and home, setting out on a path that brings him to New York City. As Beetle struggles with the curse of the scarab that is the source of his powers, a loathsome threat emerges – a predator who stalks runaway teenagers. Just when he thought his life couldn't get any worse…well, welcome to New York, Blue Beetle!
First appearances: Florence Tan, Wilfredo Sanchez
Creators: Harvey Richards, Paul Renaud, Steve Wands, Tony Bedard, Peter Pantazis, Marcio Takara
Characters: Blue Beetle (Reyes), Brenda Del Vecchio, Bleez, Florence Tan, Stopwatch, Khaji Da, Glomulus, Wilfredo Sanchez, Kyle Rayner, Short-Timer, Paco Testas