The Flash (1987) (Old Editions) Series by Mark Waid, Geoff Johns, John Rogers, Keith Champagne, Ángel Unzueta, Doug Hazlewood, Grant Morrison, Mark Millar, Paul Ryan

When Wally West, the adolescent nephew of the Flash's fiancée, accidentally gained powers of super speed, he became the Scarlet Speedster's sidekick. Growing up as his hero's protégé, Kid Flash had a childhood of amazing action and adventure. But on the day that the Flash died, Wally's carefree adolescence abruptly ended and his life as an adult began... moreWhen Wally West, the adolescent nephew of the Flash's fiancée, accidentally gained powers of super speed, he became the Scarlet Speedster's sidekick. Growing up as his hero's protégé, Kid Flash had a childhood of amazing action and adventure. But on the day that the Flash died, Wally's carefree adolescence abruptly ended and his life as an adult began. THE FLASH: BORN TO RUN looks back at Wally's earliest days as the Kid Flash and explores the gamut of his emotions and experiences from his first day as a child hero to his succession of Barry Allen as the new Flash. A journey full of humor and drama, this story shows just how much Wally West loves being the fastest man alive. less

/Mark Waid /Greg Larocque, Roy Richardson /and Sal Velluto, illustrators Once Wally West was just Kid Flash, sidekick to his mentor and friend the Flash, a.k.a. Barry Allen. The death of Barry left Wally the fastest man alive--and the new Flash. Now, somehow, Barry has returned--as a violent and paranoid speedster determined to eliminate what h

In FLASH: TERMINAL VELOCITY, the Flash must confront his own humanity and future as he tries to save the life of the woman that he loves and thwart the devious plot of a maniacal madman. After learning that the Speed Force, the source of his powers, is slowly augmenting his abilities while pulling him into another plane of existence, the scarlet speedster must find a way to escape his vision of his impending death... moreIn FLASH: TERMINAL VELOCITY, the Flash must confront his own humanity and future as he tries to save the life of the woman that he loves and thwart the devious plot of a maniacal madman. After learning that the Speed Force, the source of his powers, is slowly augmenting his abilities while pulling him into another plane of existence, the scarlet speedster must find a way to escape his vision of his impending death. But when he is caught in a no-win situation, the fastest man alive sacrifices himself to stop the super-villain Kobra from taking over Keystone City by pushing his powers to the limit and selflessly disappearing into the Speed Force forever. less

Wally West is the Flash -- the fastest man alive. At least, that's what he thought until he met the mysterious Savitar, who commands an army of speedsters dedicated to the destruction of those who would oppose their master. To combat this menace, the Flash must enlist the help of DC Comics heroes Johnny and Jesse Quick, the Golden Age Flash, XS, Max Mercury and Impulse

After a run-in with the mysterious villain Suit, Flash, the fastest man alive, is confined to a wheelchair with broken legs. So while the real Flash is laid up, his stand-in Jay Garrick, Max Mercury, and Impulse tackle the Suit. Will it be enough to protect Keystone City?

collects "The Flash" # 164-169 (2000-2001)Wally in WonderlandThe fastest man alive, The Flash, finds himself on s parallel Earth much like his own, but with one big difference... there is no Speed Force. Without the energy source that fuels all super speedsters, this world where Flash never existed has become dark habitat for anyone who wears a mask. Powerless and hunted by the law, the only way Wally West can survive and escape is to accept help from those he trust the least.. morecollects "The Flash" # 164-169 (2000-2001)Wally in WonderlandThe fastest man alive, The Flash, finds himself on s parallel Earth much like his own, but with one big difference... there is no Speed Force. Without the energy source that fuels all super speedsters, this world where Flash never existed has become dark habitat for anyone who wears a mask. Powerless and hunted by the law, the only way Wally West can survive and escape is to accept help from those he trust the least... his own Rogues Gallery.Wonderland collects the first story arc by writer Geoff Johns, who would go on to write Wally's adventure for another half-decade! It also features the stunning artwork of Angel Unzueta and Doug Hazlewood, as well as covers by comic book legend Briand Bolland. less

The Flash races into adventure in this incredible new edition of a classic trade paperback collecting THE FLASH #170-176, plus stories from THE FLASH SECRET FILES and IRON HEIGHTS, written by Geoff Johns! Featuring art by fan-favorites Ethan Van Sciver (GREEN LANTERN), Scott Kolins (Beyond) and more!

Keystone City is on the brink of destruction again, and only The Flash can save it in THE FLASH: ROGUES, collecting THE FLASH #177-181. But can he handle Captain Cold and the Mirror Master as well? Throw the Plunderer, Gorilla Grod and the Pied Piper into the mix, and it's a recipe for disaster!

Whatever happened to the Flash?It's a question on the minds of Keystone City's inhabitants, including police mechanic Wally West. When a series of incidents show Wally that he's something more than human, he discovers the answer he IS the Flash. He can't remember the details, and has to relearn his powers, but, in doing so, he finds out why the city needs the Fastest Man Alive. Someone is committing crimes and all fingers point to Captain Cold, except he swears he's innocent... moreWhatever happened to the Flash?It's a question on the minds of Keystone City's inhabitants, including police mechanic Wally West. When a series of incidents show Wally that he's something more than human, he discovers the answer he IS the Flash. He can't remember the details, and has to relearn his powers, but, in doing so, he finds out why the city needs the Fastest Man Alive. Someone is committing crimes and all fingers point to Captain Cold, except he swears he's innocent. A bold, new beginning for the Flash is found in this adventure. less

When Wally West learns The Secret of Barry Allen, it turns out to be more than he wanted.After all, the main thing on his mind is why his wife, Linda, has left, apparently a repercussion of the Spectre's attempt to reestablish Wally's secret identity by wiping it from everyone's minds.That also causes problems with the Justice League, who are now wondering why they no longer know who their teammate is... moreWhen Wally West learns The Secret of Barry Allen, it turns out to be more than he wanted.After all, the main thing on his mind is why his wife, Linda, has left, apparently a repercussion of the Spectre's attempt to reestablish Wally's secret identity by wiping it from everyone's minds.That also causes problems with the Justice League, who are now wondering why they no longer know who their teammate is.And that's not even mentioning the rogues' gallery of villains plotting to bring the Flash down.The three-part title story involves a crossover with the famous Identity Crisis story line, and the moral/ethical dilemma surrounding what the League did to Doctor Light proves to be only part of the story.Collects Flash issues 207-211 and 213-217.--David Horiuchi less

The brewing contest between the original rogues gallery and the newest rogues has finally ignited into a conflagration that may result in the destruction of Keystone City and the death of the Scarlet Speedster. The rogues-turned-heroes get their minds readjusted, thanks to the revived villain Top, and when both Zoom and his inspiration, The Reverse-Flash, turn up, things look bleak for the Flash, Jay Garrick and Kid Flash. That is, until Barry Allen--the previous Flash--arrives on the scene

Wally West returns to active duty as the Flash — with the addition of his two children — in this amazing hardover collecting THE FLASH #231-237, guest-starring the Justice League! What's his dark, dark family secret — the one that's helping him keep the peace in Keystone? This volume also includes "The Fast Life," by Mark Waid, John Rogers and Doug Braithwaite — the compelling tale of the West family's life on a Flash-friendly alien world.