The New Titans #0 (1994) is a pivotal issue released during DC’s Zero Hour: Crisis in Time event. It marks a significant transition for the team, moving away from the "Team Titans" era to a new government-backed lineup led by Arsenal (Roy Harper).
Plot Summary: "The Changing Order"
Following the chronological reset of Zero Hour, this issue establishes a new status quo for the Titans.
- A New Mission: Under the oversight of the government’s Sarge Steel, Arsenal assembles a fresh team for their first field mission—rescuing hostages from the high-tech terrorist group led by the mysterious Crimelord.
- Internal Strife: The issue highlights growing tension within the ranks, particularly with Changeling (Beast Boy), who is depicted as increasingly violent and irritable following his demonic possession by Raven.
- The New Roster: The team is a blend of veteran members and new generational imports, including Arsenal, Changeling, Impulse (Bart Allen), Damage (Grant Emerson), Mirage, and Terra.
- Subplots: The narrative also seeds future conflicts, including a mysterious entity in space targeting Green Lantern and a political assassination carried out by Crimelord's followers.
Creative Team
- Writer: Marv Wolfman.
- Artists: Pencils by Stephen Jones and Tom Raney (cover), with inks by Hector Collazo, Harry Candelario, and Keith Champagne.