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Kid Flash (Wally West)
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Creation & Design

Wally West was created by writer John Broome and artist Carmine Infantino as a sidekick to Barry Allen, the Flash. He was introduced as Kid Flash in The Flash #110.

Early Years

Initially, Wally West was a teenager who idolized Barry Allen and gained super-speed powers after an accident involving chemicals and lightning, similar to Barry's origin.

Character Development

Over the years, Wally West has evolved from a sidekick to a prominent hero in his own right, taking on the mantle of the Flash and becoming a key member of the Justice League and the Flash Family.

Cultural Reception

Wally West has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his character development and relatability.

Character Details

Real Name:
Wally West
First Appearance:
Flash #110
Aliases:
Kid Flash, Flash, The Flash
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Justice League, Flash Family
Abilities:
Super speed, Enhanced reflexes, Time travel
Equipment:
Speed Force, Costume
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
red

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Flash #110
DC ⋅ 1959
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Flash #110
 
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1st appearance of Kid Flash, Wally West

1st appearance of Weather Wizard

Flash #120
DC ⋅ 1961
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Flash #120
 
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First team-up of Kid Flash and Flash

Flash #135
DC ⋅ 1963
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Flash #135
 
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Debut of Kid Flash's yellow costume

Flash Annual #1
DC ⋅ 1963
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Flash Annual #1
 
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Collected reprints of early key issues

Brave and the Bold, The #54
DC ⋅ 1964
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Brave and the Bold, The #54
 
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1st team appearance of the Teen Titans: Aqualad, Kid Flash, Robin

The team name Teen Titans isn't coined until Brave and the Bold #60

1st appearance of Mr. Twister, possesses a stick that controls the weather

DC Comics Presents #26
DC ⋅ 1980
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DC Comics Presents #26
 
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1st team appearance of the new Teen Titans: Robin, Wonder Girl, Kid Flash, Cyborg, Raven, Beast Boy, Starfire

1st appearance of Raven

1st appearance of Cyborg

1st appearance of Starfire

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Beast Boy becomes Changeling

New Teen Titans #1
DC ⋅ 1980
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New Teen Titans #1
 
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1st appearance of Grant Wilson aka Ravager, Deathstroke's son, not in costume

2nd team appearance and origin of the New Teen Titans: Beast Boy, Cyborg, Kid Flash, Raven, Robin, Starfire and Wonder Girl

2nd appearance of Starfire

2nd appearance of Cyborg

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2nd appearance of Raven

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