DC Retroactive: Flash - The '70s #1
"Son of Grodd" kicks off DC Retroactive: Flash – The '70s with a time-twisting tale that pits the Flash against a desperate alien refugee from the 25th century, Iylar, who seeks to prevent an ancient war before it begins. Written by Martin Pasko and brought to life by José Luis García-López’s dynamic art, this issue explores the far-reaching consequences of altering history, with Superman playing a quiet but pivotal role in shaping Earth’s destiny. The cover by Benito Gallego and Sal Buscema captures the clash of timelines in bold, classic style.
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In the 25th century, Superman secretly helps Flash deal with Professor Zoom, before the two head off again across time after Iylar, who is trying to reach the past and end an alien civil war before it began. Flash wants to make sure Iylar makes it through time, so that the Zelkot do not destroy Earth. Superman wants to ensure the war begins so that the Volkir visit Earth in the past and seed life on it. After a number of stops across time, Superman and Flash catch up to Iylar, stop him from preventing the war, and neutralize the aliens' threat against the Earth in the present.
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