Blue Beetle #12
1987
- Series
- Blue Beetle
- Issue
- 12
- Cover date
- May 1, 1987
- Story title
- Man In The Middle
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Blue Beetle #12 was published by DC Comics in 2007 as part of the post-Infinite Crisis revival of the character Jaime Reyes. This series was critically acclaimed for modernizing the legacy of the Blue Beetle mantle, shifting the focus to a teenage protagonist navigating both high school life and the discovery of a powerful, sentient alien scarab. The narrative, steered by writers John Rogers and Keith Giffen with artwork by Cully Hamner, sought to ground the cosmic stakes of the character in a relatable, urban setting.
The issue contributes to the series' broader effort to distinguish Reyes from his predecessors, Dan Garrett and Ted Kord. The creative team leaned into a distinct visual identity characterized by dynamic, energetic panels that emphasize the mechanical interface between the suit and the host. Upon its release, the run was praised by critics and long-time fans for its humor and emotional core, solidifying Jaime Reyes as a permanent and significant fixture in the DC Universe.
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