

He would also mentor the other iterations, lend them advice or help battle criminals when needed.įor more information, see: Flash (Jay Garrick) Barry AllenĪ forensic scientist in Central City, Bartholomew Allen was given his powers when struck with a bolt of lightning and doused in chemicals. Dubbed "the Flash", Jay would settle down in Keystone City and battle various criminal organizations. However, after saving one of his friends from an assassination attempt, he decided to use his powers to fight crime and protect others. Gaining the ability to run at super-speeds, he originally used these powers to gain attention at college.

Originating from Earth-2, Jason Garrick was a chemistry student when he first received his powers during an accident in his lab. However, the most popular iterations are Jay Garrick, Barry Allen and Wally West. There have been a number of characters who have taken on the identity of the Flash.
