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Professor Zoom
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Creation & Design

Professor Zoom was created as a foil to the Flash, embodying the concept of speed as a weapon against the hero.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a time-traveling villain, his character has evolved through various storylines, often focusing on his obsession with the Flash.

Character Development

Over the years, Professor Zoom has transitioned from a simple villain to a complex character with deep motivations, often reflecting themes of obsession and rivalry.

Cultural Reception

Professor Zoom has been well-received as one of the Flash's most iconic villains, often praised for his depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Eobard Thawne
First Appearance:
Flash #139
Aliases:
Reverse-Flash, Zoom
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Rogues, Legion of Doom
Abilities:
Super speed, Time travel, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Speed Force energy, Time travel devices
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Flash #139
DC ⋅ 1963
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Flash #139
 
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1st appearance and origin of Professor Zoom, Eobard Thawne aka Reverse-Flash

Flash #147
DC ⋅ 1964
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Flash #147
 
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2nd appearance of Professor Zoom

Flash #323
DC ⋅ 1983
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Flash #323
 
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Battle of Flash vs Professor Zoom

Flash #324
DC ⋅ 1983
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Flash #324
 
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Death of Professor Zoom

Flash #8
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2011
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Flash #8
 
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Variant cover art by Artgerm

Flash #49
DC ⋅ 2018
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1st appearance of Hunter Zolomon as the Flash

Introduction of the Sage Force and the Strength Force

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