Wednesday, April 13, 2016

K is for…Kid Flash

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Flash has had several versions out there in the comic-book/TV/Movie universe. He can be a bit of a madcap: a happy, lighthearted, joke-telling, flirtatious sort of fellow. He's always got a good heart, and a lot of love and loyalty. One of my favorite incarnations has been Kid Flash from Young Justice, AKA Wally West.

On Young Justice, Wally is making his first foray out there into hero-dom on his own, having been a sidekick for a while. Despite his joking nature, he wanted to be taken seriously for what he could do.

What I love about Wally is that humor. A lot of superhero stories are dark, about tortured souls and ugly temptations. You see a lot of the theme that power corrupts, or that massive self control and denial is the only way to deal with superpowers. But Wally is full of joy and fun. He delights in his own skill and in making a difference in the world.

And, while he loves to flirt, I don't know what he would do if anyone took him up on it, besides stammer and blush. He's adorable.
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13 comments:

  1. Sarah FosterApril 13, 2016 at 10:06 AM

    He sounds like a fun superhero! I love adorable characters :)

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  2. M.J. FifieldApril 13, 2016 at 11:01 AM

    I'm unfamiliar with Kid Flash, but I do know that on the TV series starring Grant Gustin, there is a Wally West character. Perhaps there will be a Kid Flash sighting in the near future?

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    1. Samantha BryantApril 13, 2016 at 11:31 AM

      Oooh! I hope so! I've watched most of Season One of that show and plan to go back for more.

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  3. Rosa Temple WritesApril 13, 2016 at 11:52 AM

    This is an education! I'd only ever heard of Flash before.
    Rosa
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  4. Stephen TrempApril 13, 2016 at 12:13 PM

    There is also a Kid Flash on an episode of Teen Titans that's a really good episode.

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    1. Samantha BryantApril 13, 2016 at 1:19 PM

      I like that show, but don't think I've seen that one. Will have to look!

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  5. UnknownApril 13, 2016 at 1:15 PM

    He's my son's favorite.

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    1. Samantha BryantApril 13, 2016 at 1:20 PM

      We used to call our daughter Kid Flash because she's so fast.

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  6. Yolanda RenéeApril 13, 2016 at 6:15 PM

    Although I'd heard of and watched Flash on TV and the comics, I hadn't heard of Kid Flash, but I don't watch cartoons, anymore. LOL This is one trait I'd love to have when it comes time for housework and laundry. To speed through that, what a blessing! :)

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  7. Ronel Janse van VuurenApril 14, 2016 at 1:56 AM

    He sounds adorable. I hope he makes an appearance in the new Flash with Grant Gustin :-) Good luck with the rest of the AtoZchallenge.

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  8. AnonymousApril 14, 2016 at 7:59 AM

    That's why The Flash is my favourite superhero - beside Batman (because, I can't decide - cmon!) ^^

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  9. Tasha Duncan-DrakeApril 14, 2016 at 10:11 AM

    Awww - I haven't seen this Flash - he does sound adorable :)
    Tasha
    Tasha's Thinkings | Wittegen Press | FB3X (AC)

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  10. Timothy S. BrannanApril 21, 2016 at 7:13 AM

    Wally is a great character. His ...run...as The Flash in the Justice League and Justice League Animated series was great.

    I am also enjoying the new Wally on the The Flash TV series on the CW. Though I think the kid needs to loosen up a bit. Be a little more like the Wally in the comics.

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