If you havent been picking up the Flash, this story arc is a great jumping on point. Especially, considering how much of a fresh start Williamson seems to be giving Barry Allen, and how much he is doing to catch readers up to all of the fun, new additions he has been making to the Flash lore lately. Under Williamson, this book is experiencing a revival that can only be likened to the days of Johns and Waid. If you were a fan of those runs, now is the time to catch back up with an old favorite Read Full Review

The story here is tops. The art is fantastic as well. I love reading this month in and month out. I am excited beyond belief as to where this is going. I can't wait to see where the creative team takes us from this point on. Read Full Review

The Flash always keeps its foot on the gas as Williamson raises the stakes for the Death of the Speed Force arc. Read Full Review

Williamson does a great job with this issue. Everything works in it from the plot to the pace. The dialogue is great and everything in this story moves in a pace that allows the reader to be both shocked and excited by what happens on the final page. It's an unexpected moment and opens the door for some interesting storytelling to come. Read Full Review

Flash #80 delves deeper into Hunter's past than any run since Johns introduced the character, and the choice of Scott Kolins as artist " same as he was when Hunter was introduced " is a very smart idea. Read Full Review

Though perhaps zigging where it should have zagged by adding Zoom to the already-packed "Death and the Speed Force,"Flash #80 nonetheless remains an engaging read. For those who have been pining for a return to greatness for the title character, this has been an arc well worth getting in on! Read Full Review

I always comment that each Flash comic is unique and this is no exception, in particular this issue left me shocked, now I have to wait for the next issue to know what happens with our heroes and just can't wait!!! Read Full Review

This issue is definitely elevated by the inclusion of Scott Kolins artwork, the penciller during arguably one of the most popular runs of the scarlet speedster with Geoff Johns' original adventures of Wally West. Read Full Review

Scott Kolins artwork looks as amazing as ever, but I think Luis Guerrero's colors are a bit bright for this story. The comic looks washed-out at times, despite Kolins' inks being thicker than usual this time around and the shading of the finished artwork looking amazing. Unfortunately, the artwork can't help the fact that this issue is largely inaccessible to new readers, despite being the first part of a new storyline. Still, fans of Williamson's run onThe Flash will love it. Read Full Review

Flash takes a step in the right direction but we need a couple more big strides in order to get this book where we want it. We are progressing but not quickly enough for this issue. Even though plenty of things happen, most of them just feel empty. Add into this issue an art style that doesn't feel like it really fits yet and while I'm usually a fan of Kolins, I did not enjoy his art this issue. Hopefully the next issue will take several steps towards making this book as entertaining as it can be. Read Full Review

As the plot races towards its conclusion, the large assortment of Flash villains muddies it despite a few glimpses of intrigue. Read Full Review

Flash is almost at a dead stop. It takes a very slow step forward. Read Full Review

That was great, is this book finally back on the correct track again? I really doubt the twist at the end will stick for more than an issue, but it did add some nice shock value.

Prelude:
Recently Williamson's Flash has been improving but with the reintroduction of Hunter Zolomon this book is back on rocky ground. Let's hope Williamson proves me wrong.

The Good:
There's still that level of dread which I've been loving.

Hunter was quite interesting and has a lot of potential going forward.

I actually enjoy Kolins artwork and this issue was no exception.

The Bad:
Forever Force... Yeah, not feeling it.

Goddamnit Barry.

Conclusion:
It's definitely a shift from the last few issues but I believe it works. But it's at the end that this issue starts to lose its momentum.

It's obviously a fake out, right?

"Barry, what have you done?!"

Another good and very enjoyable issue. I'm really getting into this story. One question though.

Why, why Scott Kolins? Why? Rafa Sandoval was doing such a terrific job. I just can't help it. Kolins' art is ugly to me.

You misunderstand, Barry. I miss my wife. I miss my mentor. The life that was stolen because of death. But i gave up chasing the past a lot time ago. It's part of what makes me a better hero than you--than Wally. Because i still believe that what doesn't kill make you STRONGER. "
- ZOOM

Some of the art being alright, rest is just pretty good. Dialogue is the same, so felt odd. But other than that, from point we see Avery and Wally spying on the rogue, book is awesome! Definitely has my interest on that part and really curious on more of Hunters past.

Oh no, this book is still boring.

“The Rogues?! They look...” “Stupider? Yeah.”

Despite being on the cover and teased for the last 5 issues, the rogues are yet to actually make any sort of play. The year of the villain tie in is gratuitous at this point and serves no point.

Not to mention, this book is so convoluted jumping from black flash to zoom to the sidekicks to the year of the villain. Not very impressive.