" Fall of the Blue Beetle! " is the eighth episode of the first season of Batman: The Brave and the Bold , originally aired on January 23, 2009. The episode is a pivotal moment for the series, as it explores the legacy of the mantle and the mystery surrounding the death of Jaime Reyes' predecessor, Ted Kord . Plot Summary
(Tim Matheson): The episode's antagonist and Ted's treacherous uncle. [S1E8] Fall of the Blue Beetle!
After a digital search, Jaime locates Ted Kord’s former base of operations in Hub City . He finds "The Bug" (Ted's signature vehicle) and uses its flight logs to travel to Science Island , where he encounters Jarvis Kord , Ted’s uncle, who is posing as the original Blue Beetle. " Fall of the Blue Beetle
(Wil Wheaton): The technology-based predecessor who appears in vital flashback sequences. Plot Summary (Tim Matheson): The episode's antagonist and
Jaime Reyes begins the episode questioning if he was truly "chosen" by the Scarab or if he simply stumbled upon it by luck. Seeking clarity, he tries to interview Batman about the previous Blue Beetle, but Batman avoids the topic.
Jaime realizes he has been tricked by Jarvis into powering up a new robot army. He joins forces with Batman to sabotage the island's reactor. Jaime eventually destroys the facility, and Batman reassures him that while the Scarab chose him when it didn't choose Ted, it is his choice to do good that truly makes him a hero. Key Characters & Cast