Agunus Rhino

This character exists primarily or exclusively within the Pre-Super Genesis Wave continuity. Information in this article may not be canonical to the storyline of the games or any other Sonic continuity.

Agunus Rhino
Agunus Rhino, from Sonic the Hedgehog #66.
Appearances
First appearance	Sonic the Hedgehog #66
Biographical overview
Relative(s)	Nusgau (permanent fusee) Suguna (permanent fusee)
Species	Mobian/Rhinoceros
Physical description
Gender	Male
Skin	Grey
Eyes	Black
Attire	Wizard rope
Alignment and character traits
Alignment	Evil
Affiliation(s)	Order of Ixis
Powers and abilities
Skills	Ixis Magicks Hydrokinesis Geokinesis Aerokinesis

Agunus Rhino is a character that appears in the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series and its spin-offs published by Archie Comics. was an elemental wizard and member of the Order of Ixis after the mass extinction of its members. A mobian rhinoceros, he gained mastery over the element of earth, and then the elements of water and wind from his comrades Suguna Lobster and Nusgau Bat. Their attempts to master the element of fire led to them joining together to create the evil wizard Ixis Naugus, whom Agunus would later return to torment along with his fellow wizards.

History

Becoming Naugus

A member of the Order of Ixis, Agunus joined his destroyed order along with fellow mages Nusgau Bat and Suguna Lobster after the Forgotten War. After teaching each other their respective magicks, they set out to capture control over the element of fire by making contact with the sun. Despite their cooperation, Agunus held back part of his knowledge regarding earth, and so thought to surpass the others by reaching the sun first. However, he made the mistake of betraying the others first and the other two both copied his trick. When Nusgau made his bid to take the lead, Agunus grabbed Nusgau, and Suguna grabbed Agunus and they all fell into the sun together, fusing them together into Ixis Naugus.

Return

Agunus trying to take Naugus' body for himself, from Sonic the Hedgehog #231.

Agunus and his fellow Ixian wizards were awoken decades later by the effects of Operation: Clean Sweep, and though Naugus fought back the three sorcerers' bids for control of his body the rhino and his brethren remained in the back of the hybrid's mind. Although intent on claiming control of Naugus, the trio would aid him by providing advice as he attempted to win over the people of New Mobotropolis. Agunus and his cohorts continued to torment Naugus as he sought to discredit Team Freedom, eliminate Elias Acorn by secretly contacting Dr. Eggman, and further secure his hold over the Republic of Acorn by creating a Ritual Chamber to augment his powers. With his power increased, Naugus' plan was to cast a spell that would enslave the entire city, allowing him to focus on dealing with his components. The influence of the three wizards also caused Naugus' body to undergo monstrous mutations that could only be maintained through the use of his Chaos Emerald.

After the failure of Naugus' plan to enslave the city, Agunus and the others continued to berate him as he sought a host body, failing with both Maximillian Acorn and Jules Hedgehog. Agunus notably noticed Naugus' calm prior to a concert held by Mina Mongoose, though it was quickly shattered when Naugus realized that the will of the populace was against him. When Geoffrey St. John attempted to convince Naugus to change his ways, Agunus was opposed along with his compatriots, and were pleased when Naugus agreed with them. The fusion of the trio chose instead to possess Geoffrey as a vessel, the Skunk having sworn loyalty to him years previously.

Personality

Like his fellow Ixians, Agunus is power-hungry and treacherous, with no qualms about betraying his associates. He is as eager as his two partners to return to full life, despite the objections of Ixis Naugus. His hatred for Naugus often leads him to mock the mutant wizard, though he is not above offering Naugus advice if he believes it can benefit his own interests.

Powers and abilities

Agunus was an elemental wizard who mastered the power of earth, later gaining knowledge of manipulating water and wind from his comrades. Though he instructed the others in his elemental proficiency, Agunus held a part of is knowledge back. As his abilities have been absorbed into Ixis Naugus, Agunus is left as a spirit whom only Naugus and the others can perceive, though he retains the ability to mentally torment Naugus.

Trivia

• Agunus's name is an anagram of Suguna and Nusgau's names and that of their combined form, Naugus.

External links

• Agunus at Mobius Encyclopaedia, the Archie Sonic wiki.