- For other uses of the name Simon, see Simon.
- "Extraordinary. The power he possesses, it's like the—it's like the Gods of old. It's like Mercury on Earth. Can you imagine if you could control his power? If you could—if you could harness it? You could change what it means to be human. The man in a red mask is the key, and I'm gonna get him."
- —Simon Stagg to Dr. "Harrison Wells" about The Flash[src]
Simon Stagg (died October 2014) was the corrupt CEO of Stagg Industries. Stagg was fascinated by "the man in the red mask", and his potential implications for humanity, which eventually led to his death at the hands of Dr. "Harrison Wells".
Biography
Simon Stagg graduated from Central City University in his youth. He was recognized by the university, which later led to Stagg becoming the regents' choice for man of the year due to his work on organ transplants.[1]
Attack by Danton Black
Simon Stagg being named Man of the Year.
Simon was being honored at Stagg Industries for his work in organ transference, being named the man of the year by Central City University. He thanked everyone and began to leave, refusing to give Iris West a quote for her article. A squad of men stormed the event with guns, looking for Simon, however, he'd already left. Sometime later, detectives Joe West and Eddie Thawne came to Stagg, asking about a potential suspect of theirs, Danton Black, though he claimed that Black was merely a biogeneticist, not a killer.
As Simon farewelled the detectives, the group of men appeared again; unbeknownst to Stagg, they were, in fact, all Multiplex and his "clones". He was rushed off by Eddie, though Joe was shown the true nature of their identities shortly after. Following their encounter, Joe urged reconsidering protective custody, though Stagg reassured that he'd upped his security. He greeted the arriving "Harrison Wells", sarcastically suggesting not to get up for him, and returned to Stagg Industries. Later that night he finally came face to face with Danton. Before he could be shot, Barry Allen, in his suit, sped through, grabbed him and told him to stay in his office. Barry ultimately beat Black. Simon sat in his office through the night, when he was visited by Wells. They began discussing Simon's savior, as if he was "Mercury on earth". Stagg suggested that there were possible major implications if they could find and harness the man's power. However, wishing to protect the man who would come to be known as "The Flash", Wells stood up from his wheelchair and stabbed Stagg, killing him.[1]
Personality
Although Simon had built a careful reputation and façade as a philanthropist, he was actually driven by ambition and greed in almost equal measure; he was arrogant, selfish, power-hungry and immoral. Simon was known to steal other individuals' research or take credit for their work to further his own career, being sued at least 20 times for this.
When Simon discovered the existence of the Flash, he planned to exploit Barry's powers, proudly admitting this to Eobard Thawne (under the guise of Harrison Wells), a reckless action which cost him his life at the hands of the latter.
Appearances
The Flash
Season 1
- "Fastest Man Alive"
- "Out of Time" (pictured)
- "Rogue Time" (pictured)
Behind the scenes
- In the DC comics, Simon Stagg is the amoral founder and CEO of Stagg Enterprises/Industries and a minor villain. He is notable for being the man responsible for the creation of the superhero Metamorpho, whom he was attempting to kill. Since then, Simon acts as Metamorpho's archenemy.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Fastest Man Alive"