The Arrowverse’s Most Tragic Death Didn’t Stick (But Maybe It Should’ve)

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One couldn’t help but think the Arrowverse is more about vibrant joy than anything else, considering the scenes from this universe that often trend widely online feature things like a gigantic teddy bear battling demons and a band of heroes donning outlandish costumes working together, a setup that suspiciously resembles Vancouver. However, beneath all the camp, there lies a deep darkness that could potentially engulf everyone it reaches. The story begins with Oliver Queen, who witnesses his father commit suicide and then spends five years on an island in the North China Sea, transforming into a ruthless assassin himself. But Oliver Queen isn’t the only Arrowverse character grappling with pain – these heroes also have their share of hardships.

In “The Flash,” young Barry Allen experiences the heart-wrenching loss of his mother. For the following decade, he dedicates himself to uncovering the secrets surrounding her death on that fateful night. This quest leads him towards a mysterious speedster who seems suspiciously well-informed about Barry and his associates. Remarkably, this villain manages to gain an advantage over Team Flash, momentarily incapacitating one of its members.

Cisco Ramon Gets on the Reverse-Flash’s Bad Side in The Flash

Following a lightning strike during the particle accelerator blast, Barry finds himself in S.T.A.R. Labs, surrounded by unfamiliar faces. Upon examination, scientists determine that his body has undergone changes, necessitating close monitoring. Cisco Ramon, Caitlin Snow, and Harrison Wells then commence teaching Barry how to harness his newfound speed and safeguard Central City from the other metahumans born of the incident. However, Barry’s powers also reveal a truth he had been unaware of – they prove that his father didn’t kill his mother, and an evil speedster lurks somewhere. As Team Flash delves into this mystery, suspicions arise about Wells’ involvement. Yet, Cisco is eager to dig deeper for more answers.

In the fifteenth episode of Season 1 of The Flash, titled “Out of Time,” Caitlin keeps Wells occupied while Cisco examines a hologram from one of their encounters with the Reverse-Flash. However, before he can fully comprehend what he’s seeing, Wells suddenly appears behind him and discloses his true identity – he is the Reverse-Flash and the person who murdered Barry’s mother. To add to Cisco’s confusion, Wells expresses how much importance Cisco holds for him. Regrettably, Cisco doesn’t receive any clarification on the situation because his mentor ends his life by piercing through his heart. This scene is quite shocking as it seems Cisco will be a permanent character. However, The Flash miraculously reverses the death shortly after it occurs when the main character travels back in time for the first time. This development brings joy to Cisco but might have had negative consequences for the show in the long term.

The Flash Loses Its Fastball in Later Seasons

In the debut season of The Flash, while it’s uncertain if Cisco will return, other significant characters do meet their untimely ends. During the climactic battle against Reverse-Flash, Eddie Thawne – Iris West’s fiancé – takes his life to erase his relative from the timeline. This loss deeply affects everyone, and in Season 2, another villainous speedster named Zoom claims yet another life: Barry Allen’s father, Henry, shortly after he is released from prison. These heart-wrenching events mark some of the most memorable moments in The Flash, but as the series progresses through subsequent seasons, the stakes gradually diminish. H.R. Wells gives up his life to save Iris in Season 3, only for another Wells to step into his shoes soon after. Furthermore, Caitlin, despite temporarily losing control of her body to a new identity known as Khione, manages to regain it before the series finale concludes.

In a more simplified and conversational manner: Cisco never faced any life-threatening situations beyond his role as Vibe and discovering love. However, it’s implied that he doesn’t belong in Central City and departs from Team Flash. It could have been more impactful for the storyline if The Flash had killed him off earlier, creating a stronger emotional response when other characters faced peril.

The Flash is streaming on Netflix.

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2025-08-27 21:15