[s2e12] Fast Lane < QUICK — 2025 >

: Harry Wells strikes a deal with Zoom to steal Barry’s speed in exchange for Jesse's life. He manages to siphon about 2% of Barry’s speed using a hidden device, which later causes Barry to be just slow enough to fail in protecting Iris.

: Despite the betrayal, Barry convinces the team that they should help Harry save his daughter. The episode ends with the team preparing to travel to Earth-2. Development and Themes [S2E12] Fast Lane

Watch this recap to see how the betrayal unfolded and how the team prepares for their journey to Earth-2: : Harry Wells strikes a deal with Zoom

: A notable lighter moment occurs when Barry speed-reads thick textbooks to help Harry close the breaches, making him an "instant expert" in Earth-2 physics. The episode ends with the team preparing to

: The "villain of the week" is Joey Monteleone, a meta-human who can transform into liquid asphalt (Tar Pit). He targets the men who attempted to kill him during the particle accelerator explosion.

: Riddled with guilt after Iris is hurt, Harry confesses his betrayal to the team. Joe West’s immediate reaction is to punch Harry and lock him in the Pipeline.