This first issue introduces Andrew Van Horn, a reluctant heir to a munitions empire, who has recently gained the power to manipulate kinetic energy and turn objects into explosive projectiles, effectively becoming "Gunfire." The story picks up after his father's death during the "Bloodlines" alien invasion, where Andrew acquired his powers. He's quickly thrust into danger as he's targeted by those seeking his father's mysterious "project," leading to a deadly confrontation and forcing him to embrace his new, dangerous abilities to protect himself and others.