The Flash Recap: S09E03 "Rogues of War" The race for Central City’s safety intensified in the third episode of The Flash 's final season, " Rogues of War ," which originally aired on . In a season defined by legacy and finality, this episode shifted the focus toward unlikely alliances and a shocking reveal that set the stage for the final conflict. The Heist: Barry’s Rogues vs. Red Death

The dynamic between these former villains provides much of the episode's levity, including Goldface's literary references and the recurring joke that Barry’s secret identity is hardly a secret among Central City's criminal underworld. The Betrayal and a Mask Removed

The mission takes a dark turn when . Driven by the grief of losing Frost, Mark strikes a deal with Red Death, believing the villain can use the cosmic treadmill to bring Frost back.