Marvel confirms that former heralds of Galactus like Silver Surfer and Terrax "travel beyond the speed of light." This makes them faster than Quicksilver, though they're not alone - Captain Marvel, Sentry and Solarus can claim the same. However, DC's Flash remains the fastest superhero, with the ultra-powerful Speed Force not existing in Marvel's reality, limiting what speed is possible.

While Marvel's Quicksilver may be known for his speed, a surprising challenger just left him in the dust by showcasing their top speed. A longtime Avengers member, Quicksilver has long been Marvel's answer to DC's Flash. However, despite his famous arrogance, it turns out that Pietro Maximoff is no match for one powerhouse's maximum speed.

In a preview of Giant-Size Silver Surfer #1, the comic begins with narration that most readers will assume comes from the titular hero himself, boasting, "Though I travel beyond the speed of light, my reputation inevitably precedes me.