At the age of 19, Brandon was a member of a small street gang, along with Harry McDowell, Jolice, Kenny & Nathan. While Harry and Brandon are walking home one night they come across a group of punks who have decided to have some fun at Maria’s expense, until Brandon steps in and saves maria from the attack.
Jolicce, Kenny & Nathan all end up being killed by an assassin by the name of Mad Dog Ladd. Brandon Heat & Harry McDowell are saved by Bear Walken, member of the criminal empire Millenion.