Atomic Flash

Willem Eobard West, a scientist who gained his super-speed in an experiment for renewable energy with atomic electricity. Unfortunately, the experiment went wrong, and he was infused with the other scientists who had worked on the project.

## Atomic Flash

### Aliases

Willem West
 W.E. West

### Occupation

Scientist
 Superhero
 Time-Traveller
 Trainer

## Quote

> "I do this for you Flash, to show that I am a superior FLASH!"
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## Physical Description

Eobard has short blonde hair, piercing blue eyes, and a distinguished goatee. He is of medium height and build, with a confident and determined demeanour.

At the core of his being is an insatiable curiosity and thirst for knowledge. Willem's omega-level intellect propels him into realms of scientific discovery that most can only dream of. His brilliant mind is a beacon of innovation, constantly probing the boundaries of what is possible. Yet, this brilliance is tempered by a profound sense of responsibility, a drive to utilize his intellect for the betterment of humanity. Willem is acutely aware of the darkness that once consumed him, and he wages an unceasing internal battle against those lingering shadows. This inner conflict manifests as a fierce determination to protect others, a driving force that propels him to utilize his super-speed for the greater good. Despite his remarkable intellect and superhuman abilities, Willem remains remarkably grounded and approachable. He exudes a sense of humility, a reminder of the mistakes of his past that he continually seeks to rectify. His interactions are characterized by empathy and understanding, a testament to his deep-rooted empathy for the struggles of others.

## History

Willem Eobard West grew up as a fan of the Flash (Jay Garrick) and wanted to become just like him. He was born in a middle class family in a Keystone City. Willem lived without worry until he was about 21 years old, but at that point things began to change when he was accepted at Midwestern University. For years, he worked on a project related to renewable energy, with the goal of accessing the speed force. He gained his super-speed in an experiment for renewable energy with atomic electricity. Unfortunately, the experiment went wrong, and he was infused with the other scientists who had worked on the project. Willem then became the Reverse-Flash of this Earth, as he felt that Barry Allen had stolen his thunder. But after Barry Allen’s death by the hands of President Lex Luthor, Eobard was seemingly left purposeless. Barry’s death inspired him to become a sort of hero.

#### ZERO: 20 Years of Darkness

Atomic Flash unsuccessfully tried to convince the other heroes during the Keene-Law to form a team. The only one willing was Shift, who wanted to find his sister's murderer, but **Atomic** Flash rebuked him on being set on revenge and not justice. While Will's girlfriend **Menta** (Holly Dayton) goes off the grid and relocates to Texas.

### Year 1

He finds the right heroes to reform the Justice Lords, in **Black** **Arrow** (Olly Queen), **Huntress** (Helena Wayne), **Artemis** (Sara Queen), **Hawkgirl** (Kiera Saunders), **Blue** **Haunt** (Colin Garret) and **Flameblazer** (Allison Reilly).

### Year 2

At the beginning of Year 2, he goes missing and the team searches for him through the universe, after being freed from the Fearsome Five. He officially hands over command to Sara, who had successfully led the Justice Lords in his absence.

### Year 3

In the conclusion of Year 3, he resigns from active duty. Unlike the other original members, Eobard focuses from now on training new heroes, who want to become members of the Justice Lords.

## Powers

Eobard is a speed force conduit of sorts. As Atomic Flash, he possesses super-speed beyond measure, able to run at incredible speeds, throw lightning, and even travel through time without the need for external devices. His omega-level intellect allows him to process information at lightning-fast speeds, making him a formidable strategist and problem solver. But he has problems of remaining in the present time due to his speed.

## Trivia

He is based on Eobard Thawne, Daniel West and Superior Spider-Man.