Welcome back, Mark Waid! The definitive writer of the adventures of Wally West, and the inventor of the Speed Force itself, has picked up his pen to write an issue of THE FLASH once again, this time teamed with Christopher Cantwell on the script. How long will they stay on the title? Don’t know – could be as short as the tie-in issues for DC KO. But, for however long this lasts, we find ourselves in a new era for THE FLASH, and this reviewer could not be happier. This issue is a terrific jumping-on point for new fans, and a welcome return for long-time fans as well. Wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!
SOME SPOILERS AHEAD!
Ever wondered what would have happened if Barry Allen’s mother had lived? No, I’m not talking about FLASHPOINT. This is the Absolute Universe, and we are seeing everything in a new light. This issue shows us how Barry ended up at Fort Fox – and so much more. This excellent series keeps delivering amazing stories – wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!
Ever read a comic where you go back and think, “I really wish they had just a couple more pages to work with?” The pressures of publishing can contribute to a page count that doesn’t always allow everything to show up in the story. Still, the overall story is great. It’s just that nagging feeling about one little bit of plot you wish had shown up in print. That’s where I am with this issue. It’s still a great story, and frankly, the best FLASH title in print today. But, I am getting ahead of myself just a bit. Wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!
Eclipso is more powerful than at any time in his history. Nothing the Flash family has been able to throw his way has stopped him. An army of Wallys has done nothing but feed cannon fodder to Eclipso. Is there anything that can stop him? Wally is finally beginning to realize what he needs to do, but is it too late? Wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!
ABSOLUTE FLASH takes a step back this issue, to bring you an origin story of sorts…for the Rogues in the Absolute Universe. How did they get here? What made them take on the job of tracking Wally? And, how did they get so powerful? This issue clears up a lot of those questions. Wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!
This series is just getting better by the issue. ABSOLUTE FLASH takes familiar names and places, and turns the entire old narrative on its ear. Long-time FLASH fans can enjoy all the Easter Eggs as they appear, and new fans have a fantastic story to follow. Wally has found his way to Iron Heights, but don’t worry. It’s not the Iron Heights you remember. And before this issue is over, you’ll find some more familiar names showing up in new and unusual ways. Wanna know more? Follow us after the jump!