Heat Wave (character)
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Heat Wave (Mick Rory) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino, first appearing in The Flash #140 (1963).
Fictional character biography
changeHe is a pyromaniac super-villain enemy to the Flash and a founding member of the Rogues. His handheld flamethrower produces enough heat to melt the Flash's boots. At a young age, Mick accidentally set his house on fire and rushed to safety without warning his parents, which led to them being killed. He developed a fascination and obsession with fire and started a criminal career, being the rival and friend of Captain Cold. He has been a member of Project Cadmus, the Secret Society of Super-Villains, the Legion of Doom, and the Legends (in the Arrowverse).
In other media
changeActor Dominic Purcell has portrayed Heat Wave in The CW's Arrowverse television series The Flash and Legends of Tomorrow.