Oct 1, 1965 CE
First Appearance in The Flash #140
Heat Wave debuts as a professional arsonist and pyromaniac, using a handheld flamethrower to battle the Flash. #DCComics #villains )
Chronological Storyline (44 Milestones)
Nov 1, 1965 CE
Origin Story Revealed
In The Flash #141, Heat Wave's origin is revealed: Mick Rory becomes obsessed with fire after nearly dying in a fire as a child, leading him to become a fire-themed criminal. #origin #comics )
Mar 1, 1966 CE
First Team-Up with Captain Cold
Heat Wave and Captain Cold form an uneasy alliance in The Flash #148, beginning their long-running partnership as members of the Rogues. #Rogues #Flash )
Sep 1, 1966 CE
Joins the Rogues
Heat Wave becomes a founding member of the Rogues, a group of Flash villains who adhere to a no-kill code, in The Flash #155. #Rogues #villainteam )
1978 CE
First Appearance in The Flash #140 (Reprint)
Heat Wave's debut issue is reprinted in Famous First Editions, solidifying his status as a classic Flash villain. #classic #Flash )
1985 CE
Crisis on Infinite Earths Appearance
Heat Wave appears in the Crisis on Infinite Earths event, fighting alongside other villains against the Anti-Monitor. #Crisis #DCevent
1986 CE
Post-Crisis Reboot in The Flash (vol. 2) #1
After Crisis, Heat Wave's continuity is rebooted, and he is reintroduced as a more complex arsonist with a psychological obsession with fire. #reboot #Flash )
1990 CE
Underworld Unleashed: Rogues Reforged
Heat Wave is among the villains who make deals with the demon Neron in Underworld Unleashed, gaining enhanced powers but later breaking free. #UnderworldUnleashed #Rogues
1991 CE
Appearance in The Flash Annual #5
Heat Wave stars in a solo story exploring his childhood trauma and his addiction to fire, adding depth to his character. #characterstudy #Flash )
1995 CE
The Flash (vol. 2) Annual #8: Heat Wave's Past
A story focusing on Heat Wave's childhood and his first kill, adding psychological depth. #backstory #Flash )
1999 CE
Part of the Flash: The Fastest Man Alive Series
Heat Wave appears in the Flash: The Fastest Man Alive series, continuing his role as a recurring antagonist to Wally West. #Flash #WallyWest )
2003 CE
Identity Crisis: Retired Rogues
Heat Wave is one of the Rogues who retires temporarily after the events of Identity Crisis. #IdentityCrisis #retirement )
2005 CE
Rogue War Storyline
Heat Wave plays a major role in the 'Rogue War' storyline in The Flash (vol. 2) #220-225, where he and the Rogues face off against a new group of villains. #RogueWar #Flash )
2006 CE
Infinite Crisis Crossover
Heat Wave appears in the Infinite Crisis event, fighting alongside the Secret Society of Super Villains. #InfiniteCrisis #DCevent
2008 CE
Final Crisis: Rogues' Revenge
In this miniseries, Heat Wave and the Rogues attempt to retire but are forced back into action by Inertia and Libra. #RoguesRevenge #FinalCrisis
Aug 1, 2009 CE
Blackest Night: Heat Wave as Black Lantern
During Blackest Night, Heat Wave is temporarily resurrected as a Black Lantern before being defeated. #BlackestNight #BlackLantern
2010 CE
Flashpoint: Alternate Heat Wave
In the Flashpoint timeline, Heat Wave is a member of the Resistance, fighting against Aquaman and Wonder Woman. #Flashpoint #alternatetimeline )
2010 CE
The Flash (vol. 3) #1: New 52
Heat Wave is reintroduced in the New 52 reboot, with a updated costume and origin in The Flash (vol. 3) #1. #New52 #Flash )
2010 CE
The Flash: Rebirth #1
Heat Wave appears in The Flash: Rebirth, where Barry Allen returns and the Rogues are re-established. #FlashRebirth #DC
Sep 1, 2011 CE
Forever Evil: Rogues Rebellion
Heat Wave joins the Rogues in their own miniseries during Forever Evil, where they fight against the Crime Syndicate. #ForeverEvil #Rogues
2014 CE
DC Comics Bombshells Alternate Universe Appearance
Heat Wave appears in the alternate universe series DC Comics Bombshells as a female version of the character. #Bombshells #alternateuniverse
Sep 1, 2015 CE
Convergence: Flashpoint Tie-in
Heat Wave appears in the Convergence event, representing the Flashpoint timeline. #Convergence #DCevent )
2015 CE
DC's Legends of Tomorrow TV Debut
Heat Wave appears in the first season of Legends of Tomorrow, portrayed by Dominic Purcell. #LegendsofTomorrow #TV )
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2015 CE
Joined the Legends of Tomorrow
In DC's Legends of Tomorrow TV series, Heat Wave becomes a member of the Legends, a team of time-traveling heroes, reimagined as a reluctant hero. #LegendsofTomorrow #DCArrowverse )
2016 CE
Legends of Tomorrow Season 2
Heat Wave becomes a permanent member of the Legends, using his fire powers for good. #LegendsofTomorrow #characterarc )
2016 CE
DC Rebirth: The Flash #1
Heat Wave appears in the DC Rebirth relaunch, maintaining his New 52 characterization but with slight adjustments. #DCrebirth #Flash
2017 CE
The Button Crossover
Heat Wave has a minor appearance in The Button crossover between The Flash and Batman. #TheButton #DCevent )
2017 CE
Crisis on Earth-X Crossover
Heat Wave participates in the Crisis on Earth-X crossover event, helping defeat the Nazis from Earth-X. #Crossover #Arrowverse
2018 CE
Legends of Tomorrow Season 4: Magical Threats
Heat Wave deals with magical creatures and becomes a fairy godmother in a humorous arc. #LegendsofTomorrow #magic )
2018 CE
Heroes in Crisis: Sanctuary
Heat Wave is a patient at Sanctuary in Heroes in Crisis, dealing with his trauma and pyromania. #HeroesinCrisis #mentalhealth
2019 CE
Crisis on Infinite Earths Arrowverse
Heat Wave appears in the massive crossover event Crisis on Infinite Earths in the Arrowverse. #Crisis #Arrowverse )
2019 CE
Year of the Villain: Heat Wave
Heat Wave is featured in the Year of the Villain event, showcasing his return to villainy after being manipulated by Lex Luthor. #YearoftheVillain #DC
2019 CE
Legends of Tomorrow Season 5: Fate
Heat Wave battles against the Fates and explores his family history in season 5. #LegendsofTomorrow #family )
2020 CE
The Flash #750
Heat Wave appears in the milestone issue The Flash #750, part of a story reflecting on his relationship with Captain Cold. #Flash750 #milestone )
2020 CE
Legends of Tomorrow Season 6: Aliens
Heat Wave helps the Legends deal with alien abductions and gets a romantic subplot with a clone. #LegendsofTomorrow #aliens )
2021 CE
Legends of Tomorrow Season 7: Time-Lost
Heat Wave continues as a Legend, dealing with a time-lost situation and robot duplicates. #LegendsofTomorrow #time )
2021 CE
Infinite Frontier: New Status Quo
In the Infinite Frontier relaunch, Heat Wave is seen as a member of the Rogues, operating in Central City with a new dynamic. #InfiniteFrontier #DC
2022 CE
DC's Legends of Tomorrow Series Finale
Heat Wave appears in the series finale, 'Knocked Down, Knocked Up,' showcasing his final story as a Legend. #LegendsofTomorrow #finale )
2022 CE
Dark Crisis: Rogues Role
Heat Wave fights alongside the Justice League during Dark Crisis, showing his heroic side. #DarkCrisis #DCevent
2023 CE
Knight Terrors: Heat Wave's Nightmare
Heat Wave appears in the Knight Terrors event, trapped in a nightmare world created by Insomnia. #KnightTerrors #DC )
2023 CE
Gotham Knights Game Appearance
Heat Wave appears as a villain in the Gotham Knights video game, battling the Bat Family. #videogames #DC )
2024 CE
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Game
Heat Wave is a playable character in the Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League video game. #videogames #SuicideSquad
2024 CE
Legends of Tomorrow: Comic Adaptation
A comic series adapting the Legends of Tomorrow TV show is released, featuring Heat Wave as a lead character. #LegendsofTomorrow #comic )
2024 CE
The Flash: One-Minute War
Heat Wave is a key ally in The Flash: One-Minute War storyline, using his flamethrower against alien invaders. #OneMinuteWar #Flash )