The Flash #9

In "Case Two: The Road to Flashpoint, Part One," Barry Allen digs into the strange death of the Elongated Kid when a masked speedster on a motorcycle suddenly appears in Central City—only to reveal himself as a future version of Barry himself. Written by Geoff Johns and brought to life with dynamic art by Francis Manapul, this pivotal issue sets a haunting tone with its layered mystery and time-bending tension, all wrapped in Manapul’s striking cover.