The Flash season 1 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Barry Allen, grappling with his past and his role as The Flash, collaborates with his S.T.A.R. Labs team to track down Shawna Baez, a new meta-human with teleportation abilities. Barry's personal life intertwines with his superhero duties as he aids Caitlin in her search for answers about her fiancé, Ronnie. The episode reveals the merging of Ronnie and Professor Stein during the S.T.A.R. Labs explosion. Barry, facing his own romantic dilemmas, finds a spark with Linda Park. The episode culminates in Barry using clever tactics to apprehend Shawna, while personal revelations and a mysterious new creature set the stage for future challenges.
Full Episode S01E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Barry Allen's abilities?
Barry Allen has super-speed abilities, making him the fastest man alive.
Why is Barry Allen's father in prison?
Barry's father is in prison for the murder of his mother, a crime he did not commit.
Who is Ronnie, and why is Caitlin looking for him?
Ronnie is Caitlin's fiancé who disappeared during the S.T.A.R. Labs explosion and is believed to be alive.
What information does Hartley Rathaway have about Ronnie?
Hartley claims to know what happened to Ronnie and how he is still alive.
How does Shawna Baez escape from prison?
Shawna Baez uses her teleportation powers to break Clay Parker out of prison.
What is Shawna Baez's superpower?
Shawna Baez has the ability to teleport, but only to places she can visually see.
How does The Flash defeat Shawna Baez?
The Flash defeats Shawna by exploiting her weakness; she cannot teleport in the dark.
What does Hartley reveal about Ronnie?
Hartley reveals that Ronnie and Professor Stein merged during the S.T.A.R. Labs explosion.
What is Caitlin's emotional state regarding Ronnie?
Caitlin is struggling to move on from Ronnie, feeling uncertain about his fate.
Why does Cisco let Hartley out of his cell?
Cisco releases Hartley to get information about Ronnie's whereabouts and condition.
What happens between Barry and Caitlin during their night out?
Barry and Caitlin share a night out, singing karaoke and discussing their love lives.
How does Barry meet Linda Park?
Barry meets Linda Park at a bar during his night out with Caitlin.
What advice does Henry Allen give to Barry?
Henry advises Barry to be careful and expresses pride in his son's heroic actions.
What happens to Henry Allen in prison?
Henry Allen gets stabbed in prison as a warning for investigating a criminal named Marcus Stockheimer.
What new threat appears at the end of the episode?
A mysterious creature attacks a worker, indicating a new danger in Central City.