The Blue Beetle
DC · 2006–2009 · 36 issues
About the series
The 2006–2009 Blue Beetle series from DC Comics follows teenager Jaime Reyes, who bonds with an alien scarab that grants him a powerful armored suit. Anchored by the writing of John Rogers, Keith Giffen, and Matthew Sturges, and brought to life by artists like Rafael Albuquerque, Cully Hamner, and David Baldeón, this 36-issue run redefined the Blue Beetle legacy for a new generation. It matters for its heartfelt, grounded take on a young hero balancing family, friendship, and the immense responsibility of an unpredictable cosmic weapon.