Absolute Flash: The Complete Origin Story

Today we’re breaking down the entire origin of Absolute Wally West – the Absolute Flash – from issues #1–6 of DC’s Absolute Universe. From the tragedy in Barry Allen’s lab to Wally’s terrifying new powers, the weaponized Rogues, and his unlikely friendship with Absolute Grodd, this is the full story in one video. On top of that, we break down all the deep-cut lore teases – Mirror Master, Blue Trinity, Jay Garrick, and the bigger Absolute Universe speedster mysteries – and talk about where Absolute Flash fits among Absolute Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. If you’re into darker Elseworld-style takes, military black-ops, and emotionally broken Wally West stories, this one is for you. Load up your holiday git bag at Variant's Whatnot Shop! We have a ton of Comics, toys, and even rare collectibles available in limited quantity, so don't miss it! Use our invite link to get a $15 credit toward your first purchase - https://www.whatnot.com/invite/variantcomics Timestamps (suggested): 0:00 Intro – Why Absolute Flash Is Different 0:26 - Wally West Gets His Powers 6:17 The Lab Accident & Death of Barry Allen 7:49 Absolute Flash on the Run 13:07 Grodd & Wally’s Telepathic Bond 19:38 Colonel West Questions Elenore Thawne 23:35 Absolute Flash vs Heat Wave 25:08 Origin of the Absolute Rogues 27:00 Mirror Master, Blue Trinity & Future Teases 32:09 Final Thoughts & Where Absolute Flash Ranks Let me know down in the comments: 👉 Where does Absolute Flash rank among your favorite Absolute Universe characters so far? 👉 Which Absolute title do you want us to cover next? If you enjoyed this breakdown, hit like, subscribe, and ring the bell so you don’t miss our next Absolute Universe deep dive when we talk about all things comics! Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com FOLLOW VARIANT TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@variantcomics Twitter: https://twitter.com/variantcomics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Variant_official/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/variantcomics/ SUBSCRIBE TO VARIANT THE PODCAST: YT - http://bit.ly/VariantPodcast iTunes - http://bit.ly/VariantThePodcast Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2JBCTcV Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2N0fTGh #AbsoluteFlash, #WallyWest, #TheFlash, #AbsoluteUniverse, #DCComics, #ComicBreakdown, #OriginStory, #VariantComics, #Superheroes, #GeekCulture, #ComicBookYoutube, #FlashFans, #DCUniverse