Hyper

Hyper is a positive status effect and a battle mechanic that appeared in Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. Empowered can be used by both playable characters and certain enemies. Empowered can be given to a target by performing certain POW moves, such as Adrenaline Rush or Cloak.

When a target is affected by Hyper, his or her Speed and Defense is increased, thus increasing the target's evasion rating, though only for a short while. A few rounds after the target has been given Hyper, it will wear off. Targets with the Hyper status is signified by a blue glowing circle surrounding them.