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Character Name: Jaime Reyes | Blue Beetle Character Series: DC Comics (His specific book is Blue Beetle (http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Blue_Beetle_Vol_2)) Background:here we go! (http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Jaime_Reyes_%28New_Earth%29)
Personality: Of the teenage heroes in the DCU, Jaime acts the most down-to-earth. Despite his larger-than-life powers (or perhaps in spite of them), he prefers the lifestyle of a normal easy-going teenager. He goes out of his way to be friendly towards people - he once helped an old enemy of his predecessor, the first Blue Beetle - and he especially tries his hardest to be kind and genuine towards everyone he meets. Even if he dislikes someone, Jaime won't outright demean him in public. In Jaime's world, people who are treated with kindness and respect often pay back that same kindness and respect tenfold.
His opinion distinguishes him from pretty much every other superhero in the DCU. Most of his peers have larger-than-life personalities to match their larger-than-life logos, and it's especially obvious when Jaime teams up with them in battle. While his peers may suggest violence as an answer, Jaime rarely resorts to violence. It'll never be the first thing that comes to his mind; it was pretty obvious to everyone when Jaime's deepest, darkest power fantasy came to life... and Jaime became a dentist.
This power fantasy falls in line with Jaime's love for his family. He only wants enough power to care for his family, and once he can provide for them? He doesn't need any more. Since family matters so much to him, Jaime makes the extra effort to know each and every one of his extended family members, and he regularly attends family reunions even if he doesn't want to. Amusingly enough, Jaime's immediate family has known that Jaime was the Blue Beetle from day one and they even help him out whenever he needs it. This lack of secrecy has been a blessing for Jaime, since it allows him to openly discuss his problems with his parents and kid sister.
He also respects his elders and authority figures. Jaime likes to believe that his mother taught him better and often treats everyone with the respect that they deserve. It takes a lot to lose Jaime's trust, but when someone does, watch out. An angry Jaime will stoop to the lowest level to ensure that the perpetrator receives their just rewards. His biggest berserk button would have to be his friends and family, as they are literally his entire world; he wouldn't think twice to hurt someone who hurt them.
Even though he hates to admit it, Jaime can potentially manipulate people and play the political game. He's incredibly intelligent - and although he prefers pacifistic methods - and can figure out a situation long before his enemy realizes it. He's more sarcastic in costume - it comes with the job - but there's still weak points. Jaime can't speak in public - and he often freezes and acts awkward when put in the spotlight - and he can't bear to see someone in trouble. He's mentally beat himself up dozens of times when he wasn't able to save someone's life---and only Superman and his father were able to snap him out of his funks.
At the end of the day, Jaime's just a normal kid who has his priorities straight and wants to do the right thing, no matter how hard that decision may be.
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Character Name: Jaime Reyes | Blue Beetle
Character Series: DC Comics (His specific book is Blue Beetle (http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Blue_Beetle_Vol_2))
Background: here we go! (http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Jaime_Reyes_%28New_Earth%29)
Personality: Of the teenage heroes in the DCU, Jaime acts the most down-to-earth. Despite his larger-than-life powers (or perhaps in spite of them), he prefers the lifestyle of a normal easy-going teenager. He goes out of his way to be friendly towards people - he once helped an old enemy of his predecessor, the first Blue Beetle - and he especially tries his hardest to be kind and genuine towards everyone he meets. Even if he dislikes someone, Jaime won't outright demean him in public. In Jaime's world, people who are treated with kindness and respect often pay back that same kindness and respect tenfold.
His opinion distinguishes him from pretty much every other superhero in the DCU. Most of his peers have larger-than-life personalities to match their larger-than-life logos, and it's especially obvious when Jaime teams up with them in battle. While his peers may suggest violence as an answer, Jaime rarely resorts to violence. It'll never be the first thing that comes to his mind; it was pretty obvious to everyone when Jaime's deepest, darkest power fantasy came to life... and Jaime became a dentist.
This power fantasy falls in line with Jaime's love for his family. He only wants enough power to care for his family, and once he can provide for them? He doesn't need any more. Since family matters so much to him, Jaime makes the extra effort to know each and every one of his extended family members, and he regularly attends family reunions even if he doesn't want to. Amusingly enough, Jaime's immediate family has known that Jaime was the Blue Beetle from day one and they even help him out whenever he needs it. This lack of secrecy has been a blessing for Jaime, since it allows him to openly discuss his problems with his parents and kid sister.
He also respects his elders and authority figures. Jaime likes to believe that his mother taught him better and often treats everyone with the respect that they deserve. It takes a lot to lose Jaime's trust, but when someone does, watch out. An angry Jaime will stoop to the lowest level to ensure that the perpetrator receives their just rewards. His biggest berserk button would have to be his friends and family, as they are literally his entire world; he wouldn't think twice to hurt someone who hurt them.
Even though he hates to admit it, Jaime can potentially manipulate people and play the political game. He's incredibly intelligent - and although he prefers pacifistic methods - and can figure out a situation long before his enemy realizes it. He's more sarcastic in costume - it comes with the job - but there's still weak points. Jaime can't speak in public - and he often freezes and acts awkward when put in the spotlight - and he can't bear to see someone in trouble. He's mentally beat himself up dozens of times when he wasn't able to save someone's life---and only Superman and his father were able to snap him out of his funks.
At the end of the day, Jaime's just a normal kid who has his priorities straight and wants to do the right thing, no matter how hard that decision may be.
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