The battle for Earth begins in The Flash #790, and the epic clash for the fate of the planet will only last 60 seconds. This January, "One Minute War" features an alien armada setting its sights on Earth, but this isn't like any invasion that heroes of the DC Universe have faced before. This time around, the extraterrestrial conquerors all have superspeed, and only Earth's speedsters can stand against the fast foes while the rest of the planet remains oblivious to the war that's erupting around them.

Exclusively announced on CBR, writer Jeremy Adams will be joined by artist Roger Cruz on The Flash #790 while the series starts to ship twice a month to allow fans to read the story about speedsters at a faster rate. CBR had the chance to pick the writer's brain about the upcoming alien invasion arc. Adams delved into what the fans can expect from the conflict and discussed his upcoming animated work in Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons and Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind.

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Art by Taurin Clarke

CBR: Jeremy, an epic war between speedsters lasting just 60 seconds for everyone else is an incredibly fun premise. What's the origin story behind developing "The One Minute War"?

Jeremy Adams: For speedsters, time generally moves differently. As we've seen in countless movies, when a speedster moves, everything around them slows down. Now, you add these conquerors -- the Fraction. An alien empire that uses the speed force like we use solar or nuclear. They move as fast as our speedsters, so our guy's advantage is kind of nullified. And because they're moving so fast, the idea that this war happens in one minute of current continuity just struck me as cool.

The DC Universe has so many great antagonists. Aside from having superspeed, what does this alien armada bring to the table?

That's their big advantage. They also have learned to utilize the speed force mechanically. So, they have ships, vehicles, etc. moving at super-fast speeds so they can land and take over without any resistance. And because they are moving so fast, other superheroes can't help. This is an event that solely relies on the speedsters of earth.

Every artist brings their own approach to superspeed. What was it like collaborating with Roger Cruz on this giant battle between speedsters?

So far, Roger and I are talking through the series and the insanity of it all. I'm a big fan of his work and really excited to see his take on the insanity that's about to come down the pipe.

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Art by Ibrahim Moustafa

Why is this the perfect issue for new readers to jump into The Flash? And for the fans that have been following along, what can you tease about the next adventure for the Fastest Man Alive to ensure they stay with the series?

It's a good chance for readers to get acclimated to DC's main speedsters in an extreme situation. You get to understand their personalities, where the Flash is at emotionally, and hints at a bigger future for them all. As for what comes after this... Well... There'll be some big changes for several characters going forward. If you've been following The Flash thus far, you already know how zany the book is. It will continue along its usual path of twists and turns, silly humor with a heaping helping of heart.

By the time The Flash #790 releases, you will have written more than 20 issues of the series. That's quite a feat nowadays. How does that feel? Have you changed your approach to the Flash's world at all?

Whaaaaaaa?! No way! Actually, this has been a really wonderful experience. I feel blessed that DC has let me be the caretaker for The Flash during the current season of comics. As far as my approach, yes! I'm changing a bit of how I write. Hopefully, I give more panel space for the genius artists to have more room to work their magic.

You've got four covers for this issue -- the primary cover, a variant, a 1:25 variant, and a 1:50 foil variant! Share with fans your reactions to seeing each one for the first time.

Yeah, these are real "Bangers" as the kids say [laughs]. I think they convey the gravity of the fight. This is apocalyptic, end-of-the-world stuff, and no one is safe. I think they did an incredible job (as always)!

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Art by Taurin Clarke

You have experience writing for animation, film, and TV. When writing "The One Minute War," what does the medium of comics allow you to accomplish as a storyteller that may not be possible in those other mediums?

There's an immediacy you don't get in a lot of other mediums. It's like live theater! From script to page to fans, it feels a bit quicker. The other big difference is that there are less hoops to jump through creatively. In TV and Animation, you have a lot more voices telling you what to do and not to do. I've been very lucky to have a lot of creative freedom.

Speaking of your background in other forms of media, lots of fans are excited about Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons and Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind. What can you tease about these upcoming movies?

One is a violent examination of our responsibility to stand up to evil, the other is a heartfelt examination of what it means to be a hero and the value of friendship. I love them both a lot. We've been thinking [about] Super Sons for years, so it has a lot of my heart thrown on the screen for all to see. I hope everyone digs them.

In your opinion, what sets the DC Universe apart from other comic book universes? Why does The Flash deserve to be one of its most popular legacy characters?

DC, to me, can feel grounded, gritty, etc., but in my mind, DC is a world that can go anywhere and do anything. No idea is too weird. Their universe is expansive, never-ending, [with] something fantastic around every corner. It's also a universe marked by hope. Whether it's an alien orphan with incredible powers or a boy born of tragedy who dedicates his life to making sure no one else experiences that type of pain, it's all about heroes working toward bringing hope to the world.

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Art by Daniel Bayliss

Using five words or less, sell fans on "The One Minute War."

Run fast. Fight faster.

Is there anything else you'd like to say to all of The Flash and DC fans out there?

The Flash fans in particular have treated me with an incredible amount of support. I couldn't do it without them. They're the ones that keep me going. Keep cheering me on. Keep promoting the book. I have nothing but unending "Thank you's" for them all.

The Flash #790 goes on sale on Jan. 3, 2023.