DC Just Fixed the Worst Thing About the Flash (And It’s About Time)
One significant alteration in DC Comics lore, often debated among fans, revolves around the character Barry Allen, who serves as the narrator in “The New History of the DC Universe“. This retcon took place following Allen’s resurrection in “Final Crisis” #2 and was explained in detail through “The Flash: Rebirth“, a work by Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver. The aim of this book was to reinstate Barry Allen as the main Flash after more than two decades, during which his former protege, Wally West, held the role. This retcon redefined the essence of the Speed Force, the energy source powering DC’s speedsters, and is one of the most contentious alterations to The Flash. It was suggested that Barry Allen was instrumental in creating the Speed Force. Now, DC Comics is addressing this controversial change.