The Flash #164

Published by DC Comics in September 1966, The Flash #164 emerged during the Silver Age of comic books, a period defined by the modernization of classic archetypes and an embrace of increasingly imaginative science-fiction concepts. This specific issue is well-regarded for featuring a narrative script by John Broome and iconic cover art by Carmine Infantino, whose sleek, dynamic style became synonymous with the visual identity of the Scarlet Speedster during this era.

The issue is particularly noted for its inclusion of the classic Flash rogues, maintaining the series' focus on inventive, puzzle-like conflicts that prioritized scientific pseudo-babble and high-concept obstacles. As part of the long-running Flash title, the book served as a representative example of the balanced, lighthearted storytelling that characterized editor Julius Schwartz’s approach to superhero comics, solidifying the character’s place as a staple of the DC Universe throughout the mid-sixties.