Ep 6. Glow Worms

Barry Allen, aka The Flash, is back in the sixth episode of season one, titled "Glow Worms." The episode begins with a shocking scene where Barry is having a nightmare about being buried alive. He wakes up with a start and realizes that it wasn't just a bad dream. He is, in fact, buried underground. He doesn't remember how he got there, but he knows that he needs to use his super-speed to get out of the grave.

Meanwhile, Central City is experiencing a strange phenomenon where glow worms are appearing in various parts of the city. They are attracted to human body heat and emit a bright green light that can be seen from a distance. The police department is baffled by the situation and calls in the help of Dr. Tina McGee, a scientist who specializes in bioluminescence.

Dr. McGee is played by Amanda Pays, who starred in the original Flash series from the 90s. She is visiting Central City to attend a conference and is happy to help the police with their investigation. She meets with Barry and Cisco, who are both intrigued by the glow worms, and together they start to gather evidence and run tests.

At the same time, Iris is dealing with some personal issues. She has been assigned a high-profile story to cover for her newspaper, but her editor doesn't seem to trust her to do a good job. She is also feeling conflicted about her feelings for Barry, especially now that she knows that he is The Flash.

As the investigation into the glow worms continues, it becomes clear that they are not the innocent creatures they initially appeared to be. They are actually the result of a failed experiment by a former S.T.A.R. Labs scientist named Farooq Gibran. Gibran was experimenting with bioluminescent algae, hoping to find a way to harness its energy for practical use. However, something went wrong, and the algae mutated into a dangerous new organism.

Gibran himself is also in danger. He accidentally exposed himself to the algae, and it has mutated his body and given him the ability to drain the life force from other living beings. He is now on a killing spree, draining the energy from anyone he comes into contact with.

Barry, Cisco, and Dr. McGee eventually discover Gibran's secret lab, where they learn the truth about the glow worms and the danger that Gibran poses. They soon realize that they are also in danger as they become trapped in the lab with Gibran, and he is draining their energy one by one.

The episode ends with a thrilling battle between Gibran and The Flash. Gibran uses his powers to drain Barry's energy, making him weaker and slower. But Barry is determined to stop him and uses all of his speed and strength to finally defeat Gibran.

"Glow Worms" is an exciting episode that showcases Barry's superpowers and his determination to protect his city and the people he cares about. It also introduces us to the character of Dr. McGee, who becomes a recurring character throughout the season. With its mix of science-fiction, action, and romance, "Glow Worms" is a perfect example of what makes The Flash such a beloved and entertaining show.