Wally West Proves Why He’s the Flash Fans Actually Want—Sorry, Barry Allen!
Certainly, DC chose to reintroduce Barry Allen in the 2000s, during a period when they were heavily embracing the nostalgia of Silver/Bronze Age comics. Yet, this decision sparked protests from Flash fans who yearned for Wally West’s return. As Barry regained popularity and headlined a successful CW series, so did the clamor for Wally and the waning interest in Barry stories lead to the comeback of the undisputed greatest Flash character. While Barry Allen is indeed captivating at times, it’s hard to argue against Wally West being the best Flash – a fact that remains indisputable.