The Flash #273

The Flash — DC Comics

Issue: #273

Last valuation update: 2026-06-30

Following a powerful compulsion, the Flash crashed through a brick wall, and now lies unconscious, at the feet of a mysterious young woman, named Melanie. Obsessed with the Flash, Melanie has forged a psychic bond with him, enabling her to take limited control over the Flash. Still in a daze, the Flash sees Melanie looking, lovingly, down at him. As he regains full consciousness, Melanie's visage...

First appearances: Dr. Nephron, Chief Paulson

Creators: Dick Giordano, Cary Bates, Ross Andru, Ben Oda, Gene D'Angelo, Frank Chiaramonte, Alex Saviuk

Characters: Barry Allen, Iris West Allen, Dr. Nephron, Melanie, Patty Spivot, Clive Yorkin, Chief Paulson