Cover: Rich Buckler & Dick Giordano

The Flash #266

Oct 1978 · DC · 0.50 USD

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“Heat Wave Plays It Cool!”

In "Heat Wave Plays It Cool!", the Flash faces a surprisingly chill challenge as a new foe uses temperature manipulation in ways that defy expectations. Written by a team known for their dynamic pacing and detailed storytelling, this 1978 issue marks a standout moment in the series with its clever take on a classic superhero dilemma. The cover by Rich Buckler and Dick Giordano captures the tension perfectly, while Curt Swan’s art and Vince Colletta’s inks bring the speed and suspense to life.

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writer Cary Bates · artist Irv Novick · inker Frank McLaughlin · colorist Gene D'Angelo · letterer Ben Oda · cover Rich Buckler, Dick Giordano

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Cast · 16 characters

Barry Allen Batman Billy Batson Commissioner James Gordon Deadman Dick Grayson Iris West Allen Mick Rory Ragman Rory Regan Spider-Man Superman The Joker Vixen Wally West Wonder Woman

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writer Cary Bates

artist Irv Novick

inker Frank McLaughlin

colorist Gene D'Angelo

letterer Ben Oda

cover pencils Rich Buckler

cover inks Dick Giordano

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The Corsair is holding Commissioner Gordon and Officer O'Hara for ransom but is foiled by Batman and Robin when they distract his crew with Hostess Fruit Pies.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).