Being poor really sucked. Since he was an orphan who grew up in a small town, off the federal radar, he never really had a formal education. Thus it was pretty much impossible For Jason to get a job. All he had on him were some ratty clothes, his ring, and his Power Battery. His last meal had been a can of beans a few days ago, and he was feeling the familiar sting of hunger. 'Geez. I really hope I don't have to go hunting again' he mentally complained

As he walked through the streets of New York City, he suddenly saw a wave of people running in the opposite direction. 'Oh boy, that's not good' he grimaced. Running a thumb over his ring, he thought to himself 'there's other hero's that operate here. I'm...I'm sure they can handle it' however the sight of people fleeing in fear for their lives quickly eroded his will 'ah hell, I would make a crappy Green Lantern.' Ducking into an alleyway, he called upon the power of his ring to transform him into Star Adam. His outfit now on, he flew off in search of the source of the disturbance