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Creation & Design

Godspeed was created by writer Joshua Williamson and artist Carmine Di Giandomenico, introduced as a new speedster in the Flash mythos.

Early Years

August Heart was a former police officer and a close friend of Barry Allen, who became a speedster after a tragic event led him to seek vengeance.

Character Development

Godspeed's character evolves from a friend of Barry Allen to a complex anti-hero, grappling with his motivations and the consequences of his powers.

Cultural Reception

Godspeed has been well-received by fans for his unique take on the speedster archetype and his moral ambiguity.

Character Details

Real Name:
August Heart
First Appearance:
Flash Rebirth #1
Aliases:
Godspeed
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Flash, Speed Force
Abilities:
Super speed, Time travel, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Speed Force connection
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Flash Rebirth #1
DC ⋅ 2016
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1st cameo appearance of Godspeed, seen briefly in a vision

Flash #1
DC ⋅ 2016
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1st appearance of August Heart and origin of Godspeed - in Flash Rebirth #1 (2016), Godspeed is foreshadowed in one panel but his identity is not revealed as August Heart does not receive powers until this issue

Partial cover appearance of Godspeed

1st team appearance of Black Hole, a terrorist organization with intentions to exploit the Speed Force

Flash #3
DC ⋅ 2016
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2nd cameo appearance of Godspeed, in costume and named, final panel

1st appearance of Fast Track

1st appearance of Avery Ho

Flash #5
DC ⋅ 2016
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1st full appearance of Godspeed

Flash #6
DC ⋅ 2016
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1st full cover appearance of Godspeed - partial cover appearance Flash #1 (2016)

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