Khaji-Da

*"It's called the Scarab. It was given to my dad, when I was a kid. It's some kind of world destroying weapon."*

―Jenny Kord[src]
**Khaji-Da**, also known as **The Scarab**, is an ancient relic of alien biotechnology which, after choosing Jaime Reyes as host, turns him into the superhero Blue Beetle.

## Appearances

### Appears in

Blue Beetle (Film)
Blue Beetle 2 (unreleased)

## Capabilities

*"Whatever you can imagine, I can create."*
―Khaji-Da to Jaime Reyes[src]
* **Artificial intelligence**: *Khaji Da possesses a high-level AI system, greater than most current human technology.*
* **Symbiotic synaptic interface**: As part of it’s symbiotic bond, the scarab's nervous system is bonded to Jaime's, letting the two share their thoughts and emotions. The scarab communicates with Jaime as a voice in his mind, and no-one else can hear it. When armored, it acts as a HUD display, allowing Jaime to scan his surroundings and assess situations.

* **Transformation**: The scarab can create a blue suit of armor in response to Jaime's thoughts, or when it deems use of the armor necessary to protect its host, with the transformation usually burning off whatever Jaime is wearing. Once the scarab dispels the armor, it retracts back into Jaime's body.
	+ **Super strength:** The armor enhances Jamie's strength by a large degree, allowing him to easily flip an adult and kick them into a wall with great force.
	+ **Super agility:** The scarab has super reactive ability as shown when Jaime prevents OMAC from striking Jenny Kord.
	+ **Construct creation**: The scarab has the ability to construct any kind of tool or weapon imagined by its' host, such as scythes or blasters.
	+ **Flight**: The armor can create a pair of translucent plasma wings, enabling Jaime to fly and hover. They can also double as shields, should the need arise.
		- **Jet propulsion**: When in flight, the armor can manifest a 'jet engine', enabling Jaime to fly at greater speed.
	+ **Energy blasts**: The scarab can shape and manipulate the energy it stores for a variety of effects, including firing energy blasts.

## Relationships

* Ted Kord
* Jenny Kord
* Jaime Reyes/Blue Beetle - host
* Rudy Reyes
* Alberto Reyes †
* Rocio Reyes
* Milagro Reyes
* Nana Reyes
* José Morales † - former enemy turned savior
* Conrad Carapax/Indestructible Man † - former enemy turned rescuee

## Trivia

* In the comics, Khaji Da, also known as Blue Beetle Scarab, is an alien technology and artificial intelligence created by the Reach, which turns its host in the superhero Blue Beetle.
* In the opening credits of *Blue Beetle*, a green light is seen impacting Khaji-Da. Director Angel Manuel Soto confirmed this was a Green Lantern. *"At the beginning of the title sequence, for those of you guys that follow the Blue Beetle comics, there's a green light that hits this character, and that's a Green Lantern,"* Soto explained.

## Behind the scenes

* Voice actor Inka Magnaye voiced the character exclusively for the Philippine theatrical release of the *Blue Beetle* film.

## References

1. ↑ Becky G Joins DC Movie ‘Blue Beetle’ in Key Voice Role
2. ↑ Blue Beetle Easter Egg Sneakily Teases a Justice League Member (comicbook.com)
3. ↑ Blue Beetle: Inka Magnaye is the Voice of the Scarab in the Philippine Release of the Film