Ep 12. The Trickster

In The Flash season 1 episode 12, titled "The Trickster," Barry Allen aka The Flash goes up against a new villain who calls himself "The Trickster," a criminal mastermind who is terrorizing Central City with a series of disastrous pranks.

The Trickster is played by Mark Hamill, who also played the character in the 1990s TV series incarnation of The Flash. In this episode, Hamill's portrayal is an even more over-the-top version of the character, full of charm, humor, and unpredictable madness.

The Trickster's latest scheme involves a series of bombs strategically placed throughout Central City, each designed to explode at different times, causing widespread panic and destruction. But Barry and his team, including Cisco and Dr. Wells, are determined to stop him before it's too late.

Meanwhile, Iris' blog covering the Flash's recent exploits is gaining popularity, much to the chagrin of her editor at Central City Picture News. And Captain Singh, Joe West's boss, reprimands Joe for not believing in the Flash's existence and for his unwillingness to cooperate with Barry's investigations.

As Barry races against time to stop the Trickster's bombs from detonating, he must also confront his own past when he realizes that the Trickster's accomplice is none other than his former childhood friend and fellow victim of a tragic incident that gave him his powers. The Trickster's plan involves not just causing chaos, but also seeking revenge against those who wronged him in the past, including Barry himself.

As the final showdown between Barry and the Trickster approaches, it becomes clear that the supervillain has one last trick up his sleeve, one that could have catastrophic consequences for Central City and for Barry's future as the Flash.

"The Trickster" is a fast-paced, action-packed episode that features some of the series' best performances and a real sense of danger and urgency. Mark Hamill's over-the-top performance as the Trickster is a highlight, and his chemistry with Grant Gustin's Barry Allen is electric. The episode also delves deeper into Barry's past and the impact of his powers, making for a memorable and emotionally resonant story.