[short summary] In the heart of New York City, Elmer Porter, once a promising student at New York University, now harbors a vendetta against the institution that expelled him. Adopting the persona of Shooting Star, he uses fear-inducing technology provided by Hydra to terrorize the campus. His first target is a student named Emily, who is paralyzed by her fear of dolls. As chaos ensues, Rocket-Man, a hero equipped with advanced technology, intervenes to stop Elmer's reign of terror. Despite Elmer's attempts to unleash fear, Rocket-Man resists and confronts him, ultimately leading to Elmer's capture. Elmer is taken to Ravencroft Institute, where he continues to rave about fear's power. Meanwhile, Rocket-Man reflects on the ongoing battle against fear and the need to remain vigilant. The story ends with a sense of anticipation for future confrontations.