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:''Sonic’s new adventure continues, and when he comes across another town in need of saving, his old pal Amy arrives just in time to join the fight! The banter is fun, and the stakes are high, but things get really serious when Amy presents Sonic with a big request: rejoin the Resistance!''<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.newsarama.com/38304-idw-publishing-april-2018-solicitations.html |title=IDW PUBLISHING April 2018 Solicitations |work= |author=Newsarama Staff |publisher=News-a-Rama |date=24 January 2018 |accessdate=25 January 2018 }}</ref> |
:''Sonic’s new adventure continues, and when he comes across another town in need of saving, his old pal Amy arrives just in time to join the fight! The banter is fun, and the stakes are high, but things get really serious when Amy presents Sonic with a big request: rejoin the Resistance!''<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.newsarama.com/38304-idw-publishing-april-2018-solicitations.html |title=IDW PUBLISHING April 2018 Solicitations |work= |author=Newsarama Staff |publisher=News-a-Rama |date=24 January 2018 |accessdate=25 January 2018 }}</ref> |
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| − | ===Fallout Part 2=== |
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*'''Written by''': [[Ian Flynn]] |
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*'''Art by''': [[Adam Bryce Thomas]] |
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====Synopsis==== |
====Synopsis==== |
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| + | [[File:Death Crab and Sonic.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Sonic facing the Death Crab.]] |
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Near another town, [[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic the Hedgehog]] is tangling with the [[Death Crab (IDW)|Death Crab]] [[Super Badnik (IDW)|Super Badnik]], determined to not let it trample the town. Running up the Death Crab, Sonic lands on top of its face and revs up a [[Spin Dash (IDW)|Spin Dash]], before blasting directly through the entire robot. As the Death Crab begins to fall down on the terrified townspeople, Sonic jumps high up into the air after setting off from the Death Crab's leg. He then comes slamming down on the Death Crab's shell, forcing it into the ground. |
Near another town, [[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic the Hedgehog]] is tangling with the [[Death Crab (IDW)|Death Crab]] [[Super Badnik (IDW)|Super Badnik]], determined to not let it trample the town. Running up the Death Crab, Sonic lands on top of its face and revs up a [[Spin Dash (IDW)|Spin Dash]], before blasting directly through the entire robot. As the Death Crab begins to fall down on the terrified townspeople, Sonic jumps high up into the air after setting off from the Death Crab's leg. He then comes slamming down on the Death Crab's shell, forcing it into the ground. |
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| − | Landing next to the robot, the confident Sonic is greeted by the townspeople, who begin hailing and praising the blue hedgehog. Suddenly though, the townspeople leave the scene in fear. Taking a look around, Sonic notices that the Death Crab is still functioning. Before Sonic can do anything however, [[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy]] appears and gives the Death Crab a good whack with her [[Piko Hammer (IDW)|Piko Hammer]]. While Amy teases Sonic about his sloppy work, Sonic is just surprised to see Amy, who explains that she, after having heard about how he and [[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Tails]] saved the neighboring town, came to this town knowing she would find Sonic there. Though intrigued about how fast the news traveled, Sonic dismisses it and prepares to head to the next town now that everything is under control. As he thanks Amy for the save, however, Amy tells him that she came to the town specifically to find him. She asks Sonic to come back to the [[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]], though Sonic wonders why he should since the last time he saw the Resistance they were cleaning up from [[ |
+ | Landing next to the robot, the confident Sonic is greeted by the townspeople, who begin hailing and praising the blue hedgehog. Suddenly though, the townspeople leave the scene in fear. Taking a look around, Sonic notices that the Death Crab is still functioning. Before Sonic can do anything however, [[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy]] appears and gives the Death Crab a good whack with her [[Piko Piko Hammer (IDW)|Piko Piko Hammer]]. While Amy teases Sonic about his sloppy work, Sonic is just surprised to see Amy, who explains that she, after having heard about how he and [[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Tails]] saved the neighboring town, came to this town knowing she would find Sonic there. Though intrigued about how fast the news traveled, Sonic dismisses it and prepares to head to the next town now that everything is under control. As he thanks Amy for the save, however, Amy tells him that she came to the town specifically to find him. She asks Sonic to come back to the [[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]], though Sonic wonders why he should since the last time he saw the Resistance they were cleaning up from the [[Eggman War (IDW)|Eggman War]]. Amy explains that the task of cleaning up was bigger than they imagined, as the leftover robots from the [[Eggman Empire (IDW)|Eggman Empire]] were everywhere and randomly attack anyone they can find. As such, she states that the Resistance is working to finish the fight, by working from a centralized, organized position so they can be more effective. |
| + | [[File:SonicAmyArgue.jpg|thumb|200px|Sonic and Amy argue.]] |
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| − | Much to Amy's frustration, Sonic passes up the offer to rejoin the Resistance. As to why, Sonic explains that, after Tails brought it up, he has noticed that the Badniks they have been facing have been way more organized. What makes this more mysterious is that [[Doctor Eggman (IDW)|Dr. Eggman]] has not showed up to claim responsibility, which is something that does not fit the Doctor. Lastly, Sonic notes how coincidental it is for Amy to show up in time to help him stop a Super Badnik, as if someone is playing them. Amy sees the point Sonic is making, but insists that it is another reason for him to join the Resistance. Sonic disagrees however, saying it is better for him to hit the road and find out what is going on. Exasperated, Amy notes how much of a waste of time it is, but Sonic thinks it is beneficial to everyone. Suddenly, a female villager shows up, saying that they are under attack. Sonic thinks she refers to the Super Badnik they just took out, but he is wrong: the civilian is referring to a Badnik army invading from the west side of the town. Realizing the Death Crab was a decoy, Sonic and Amy set out to rescue the town before it is overrun. While Sonic runs ahead to thin out the Badniks, Amy, on her request, is taken to the town hall, which had been turned into a bunker during the |
+ | Much to Amy's frustration, Sonic passes up the offer to rejoin the Resistance. As to why, Sonic explains that, after Tails brought it up, he has noticed that the Badniks they have been facing have been way more organized. What makes this more mysterious is that [[Doctor Eggman (IDW)|Dr. Eggman]] has not showed up to claim responsibility, which is something that does not fit the Doctor. Lastly, Sonic notes how coincidental it is for Amy to show up in time to help him stop a Super Badnik, as if someone is playing them. Amy sees the point Sonic is making, but insists that it is another reason for him to join the Resistance. Sonic disagrees however, saying it is better for him to hit the road and find out what is going on. Exasperated, Amy notes how much of a waste of time it is, but Sonic thinks it is beneficial to everyone. Suddenly, a female villager shows up, saying that they are under attack. Sonic thinks she refers to the Super Badnik they just took out, but he is wrong: the civilian is referring to a Badnik army invading from the west side of the town. Realizing the Death Crab was a decoy, Sonic and Amy set out to rescue the town before it is overrun. While Sonic runs ahead to thin out the Badniks, Amy, on her request, is taken to the town hall, which had been turned into a bunker during the Eggman War. |
Inside the town, Amy rallies the town's militia and volunteers and organizes them by getting [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]]-wielding residents into positions on the roofs and instructing the rest on how to get the remaining civilians into the bunker. Meanwhile, Sonic tackles some [[Egg Walker (IDW)|Egg Walkers]] head-on, but is forced on the defensive when some [[Egg Pawn (IDW)|Egg Pawns]] join the fray. Much to Sonic's annoyance, too many Badniks ultimately slip past him. Fortunately, just as the Badniks enter the town square, the residents open fire on them upon Amy's order and manages to take out the first wave of Badniks. Impressed, Sonic jokingly tells Amy that he thought [[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles]] was the commander of the Resistance, to which Amy replies that she was the one keeping the Resistance organized while Knuckles commandeered. As Sonic asks what the plan is now, Amy notes that despite the advantages the town has now, there are still too many Badniks. If the villagers are to stand a chance, they have to find out where the Badniks are coming from and thin out their advances. Sonic and Amy thus advance through the invading Badniks to do just that, taking out hordes of Badniks with flashy combination moves. Amidst the fighting, Amy, hoping that Sonic has changed his mind (and that she can spent more time with him), once again invites Sonic to come back to the Resistance. However, Sonic still refuses. Amy argues that he is not even considering it, but Sonic notes that is because he knows what is best for him. Amy subsequently tries convincing Sonic to do it for the Resistance, then her, and then their friends, but Sonic shoots each of her arguments down with counter-arguments. |
Inside the town, Amy rallies the town's militia and volunteers and organizes them by getting [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]]-wielding residents into positions on the roofs and instructing the rest on how to get the remaining civilians into the bunker. Meanwhile, Sonic tackles some [[Egg Walker (IDW)|Egg Walkers]] head-on, but is forced on the defensive when some [[Egg Pawn (IDW)|Egg Pawns]] join the fray. Much to Sonic's annoyance, too many Badniks ultimately slip past him. Fortunately, just as the Badniks enter the town square, the residents open fire on them upon Amy's order and manages to take out the first wave of Badniks. Impressed, Sonic jokingly tells Amy that he thought [[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles]] was the commander of the Resistance, to which Amy replies that she was the one keeping the Resistance organized while Knuckles commandeered. As Sonic asks what the plan is now, Amy notes that despite the advantages the town has now, there are still too many Badniks. If the villagers are to stand a chance, they have to find out where the Badniks are coming from and thin out their advances. Sonic and Amy thus advance through the invading Badniks to do just that, taking out hordes of Badniks with flashy combination moves. Amidst the fighting, Amy, hoping that Sonic has changed his mind (and that she can spent more time with him), once again invites Sonic to come back to the Resistance. However, Sonic still refuses. Amy argues that he is not even considering it, but Sonic notes that is because he knows what is best for him. Amy subsequently tries convincing Sonic to do it for the Resistance, then her, and then their friends, but Sonic shoots each of her arguments down with counter-arguments. |
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| + | [[File:CroquetteBomber.JPG|thumb|left|200px|Sonic and Amy destroy a Blowfish Transporter.]] |
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| − | Just as Sonic teasingly agrees to join the Resistance when Amy bribes him with a [[Chili |
+ | Just as Sonic teasingly agrees to join the Resistance when Amy bribes him with a [[Chili dog (IDW)|chili dog]], he takes out more Egg Pawns, only to notice a [[Blowfish Transporter (IDW)|Blowfish Transporter]] outside the town with plenty of Egg Pawns onboard. Since they believe they cannot get through the crowd through conventional means, Sonic and Amy decide to do their [[Croquette Bomber]] combo, where Amy knocks a Spin Dashing Sonic into the Blowfish Transporter with her hammer. Taking the Blowfish Transporter out in one shot, Amy finds a dazed, but happy Sonic among its remains. Amy then notices that the invasion is over and sadly concludes that Sonic is leaving now. Sonic agrees, explaining that this is his way of life. Getting flustered again, Amy quickly shakes it off and agrees with Sonic, much to Sonic's surprise. Amy then tells him that the way he is is why she loves him and why she does not want to change him. Getting slightly embarrassed, Sonic offers Amy to come along with him as compensation for him refusing to rejoin the Resistance. Amy turns down his offer however, insisting that the Resistance needs her to keep everything in order. However, to give Sonic some guidance, she tells him that Knuckles went to investigate a town to the south and since she has not heard from him in a while, he might need help. Accepting the assignment, Sonic heads off, not noticing the [[Flapper (IDW)|Flapper]] watching him. |
| − | Back in the Eggman-themed based, [[Neo Metal Sonic (IDW)|an unseen figure]] is displeased with his failure to eliminate Sonic. Noting that |
+ | Back in the Eggman-themed based, [[Neo Metal Sonic (IDW)|an unseen figure]] is displeased with his failure to eliminate Sonic. Noting that they had not taken Amy's growth into account, they see that Sonic is now deviating from his projected path, much to their frustration. Meanwhile, [[Orbot (IDW)|Orbot]] and [[Cubot (IDW)|Cubot]] enter, with Orbot informing his "boss" that Sonic is heading towards the location of [[Rough the Skunk]] and [[Tumble the Skunk]]. Pleased with this, the unseen figure thinks that maybe the skunk brothers can finish off Sonic. |
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*[[Orbot (IDW)|Orbot]] {{1st}} |
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+ | *[[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]] {{1st}} |
**[[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy Rose]] |
**[[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy Rose]] |
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**[[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles the Echidna]] {{Mention}} |
**[[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles the Echidna]] {{Mention}} |
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**[[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Miles "Tails" Prower]] {{G|Flashback}} |
**[[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Miles "Tails" Prower]] {{G|Flashback}} |
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| − | *[[Rough]] {{1st}} |
+ | *[[Rough the Skunk]] {{1st}} |
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| − | *[[Tumble]] {{1st}} |
+ | *[[Tumble the Skunk]] {{1st}} |
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+ | *[[Chili dog (IDW)|Chili dog]] {{Mention}} |
| − | *[[Piko Hammer (IDW)|Piko Hammer]] {{1st}} |
+ | *[[Piko Piko Hammer (IDW)|Piko Piko Hammer]] {{1st}} |
*[[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]] |
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**[[Burst Wispon (IDW)|Burst Wispon]] {{1st}} |
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*[[Croquette Bomber]] {{1st}} |
*[[Croquette Bomber]] {{1st}} |
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*[[Eggman Empire (IDW)|Eggman Empire]] {{Mention}} |
*[[Eggman Empire (IDW)|Eggman Empire]] {{Mention}} |
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| + | *[[Eggman War (IDW)|Eggman War]] {{Mention}} |
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*[[Homing Attack (IDW)|Homing Attack]] |
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| − | *[[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic]] is still traveling around destroying rogue [[Badnik (IDW)|Badniks]]. He began this quest in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout Part 1". |
+ | *[[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic]] is still traveling around destroying rogue [[Badnik (IDW)|Badniks]]. He began this quest in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout, Part 1". |
| − | *[[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy]] mentions how [[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic]] and [[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Tails]] saved a town in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout Part 1". |
+ | *[[Amy Rose (IDW)|Amy]] mentions how [[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic]] and [[Miles "Tails" Prower (IDW)|Tails]] saved a town in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout, Part 1". |
| − | *Amy invites Sonic to rejoin the [[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]], but Sonic refuses. Sonic would recall Amy's proposal in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 3|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #3]], "Fallout Part 3", and [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 4|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #4]], "Fallout Part 4". |
+ | *Amy invites Sonic to rejoin the [[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]], but Sonic refuses. Sonic would recall Amy's proposal in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 3|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #3]], "Fallout, Part 3", and [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 4|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #4]], "Fallout, Part 4". |
| − | *Sonic mentions Tails' theory about something controlling the Badnik gangs from [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout Part 1". |
+ | *Sonic mentions Tails' theory about something controlling the Badnik gangs from [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]], "Fallout, Part 1". |
| − | *Sonic and Amy take out a [[Blowfish Transporter (IDW)|Blowfish Transporter]]. Sonic would mention this in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 4|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #4]], "Fallout Part 4". |
+ | *Sonic and Amy take out a [[Blowfish Transporter (IDW)|Blowfish Transporter]]. Sonic would mention this in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 4|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #4]], "Fallout, Part 4". |
| − | *Amy tells Sonic to go check up on [[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles]]. Sonic would carry out that task in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 3|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #3]], "Fallout Part 3". |
+ | *Amy tells Sonic to go check up on [[Knuckles the Echidna (IDW)|Knuckles]]. Sonic would carry out that task in [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 3|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #3]], "Fallout, Part 3". |
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| − | *Sonic complimenting the [[Death Crab (IDW)|Death Crab]] for giving him a good race may be a nod to the [[Death Crab]] chase segment in [[Guardian Rock]] in ''[[Sonic Forces]]''. |
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*In this issue, the [[Egg Pawn (IDW)|Egg Pawns]] are erroneously drawn with three fingers on each hand instead of four. |
*In this issue, the [[Egg Pawn (IDW)|Egg Pawns]] are erroneously drawn with three fingers on each hand instead of four. |
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*When Amy assumes Sonic will be leaving the village after the invasion, Sonic tells her he's living "by my way. My own way". These words are loosely derived from the lyrics of Sonic's theme song "[[It Doesn't Matter]]" from ''[[Sonic Adventure]]''. |
*When Amy assumes Sonic will be leaving the village after the invasion, Sonic tells her he's living "by my way. My own way". These words are loosely derived from the lyrics of Sonic's theme song "[[It Doesn't Matter]]" from ''[[Sonic Adventure]]''. |
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==Other features== |
==Other features== |
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*'''Sonic Letter Squad''': Sonic Letter Squad is a section where the comic staff can post fan artwork and fan letters that have been sent in to them. |
*'''Sonic Letter Squad''': Sonic Letter Squad is a section where the comic staff can post fan artwork and fan letters that have been sent in to them. |
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| − | *'''''Skylanders: SuperChargers'' - Free Ashcan''' |
+ | *'''[[w:c:skylanders:SuperChargers Issue 1|''Skylanders: SuperChargers'' #1]] - Free Digital Ashcan''' |
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| − | [[File:IDWAllCoverA.jpg|thumb|200px|right|The full image of the four connected |
+ | [[File:IDWAllCoverA.jpg|thumb|200px|right|The full image of the four connected cover A covers.]] |
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+ | *Cover A is the second piece of the 4-part panoramic connecting cover art by [[Tyson Hesse]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.tssznews.com/2018/01/31/comics-industry-publication-previews-reveals-new-idw-sonic-art/ |title=Comics Industry Publication PREVIEWS Reveals New IDW Sonic Art |work=TSSZ News |author=Ellen McGrody |publisher= |date=31 January 2018 |accessdate=24 March 2018 }}</ref> |
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+ | *Cover RI-A by [[Nathalie Fourdraine]] depicts Sonic, Amy, and Tails in [[Casino Night Zone]] from ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog 2]]''. |
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+ | *Cover RI-B by [[Jonathan Gray]] shows Sonic and Amy running past a future sign. This is a reference to ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog CD]]'' which was Amy Rose's first appearance. |
| − | *[[Adam Bryce Thomas]] made a sketch of the villager who appears on cover B and who alerted Sonic and Amy of the incoming Badnik force, naming her "Lanolin".<ref name="Twitter">{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/AdamBryceThomas/status/984546677926309888 |title=Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=12 April 2018 |accessdate=12 April 2018 }}</ref> He later did the same for another background character whom he named Meringue.<ref name="Twitter2">{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/adambrycethomas/status/986456087321858048 |title=Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=17 April 2018 |accessdate=18 April 2018 }}</ref> |
+ | *[[Adam Bryce Thomas]] made a sketch of the sheep villager who appears on cover B and who alerted Sonic and Amy of the incoming Badnik force, naming her "Lanolin".<ref name="Twitter">{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/AdamBryceThomas/status/984546677926309888 |title=Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=12 April 2018 |accessdate=12 April 2018 }}</ref> He later did the same for another background character whom he named Meringue.<ref name="Twitter2">{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/adambrycethomas/status/986456087321858048 |title=Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=17 April 2018 |accessdate=18 April 2018 }}</ref> |
| − | *This issue had sold out within a week of its release and it |
+ | *This issue had sold out within a week of its release and it received a second printing on 16 May 2018, alongside the third printing of [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]].<ref name="Number3">{{Cite web |url=http://www.idwpublishing.com/sonic-the-hedgehog-comic-books-continue-to-sell-out/ |title=SONIC THE HEDGEHOG COMIC BOOKS CONTINUE TO SELL OUT |work= |first= |last= |publisher=IDW Publishing |date=19 April 2018 |accessdate=1 May 2018 }}</ref> |
**This is the third ''Sonic''-related comic to have sold out, following ''[[Sonic: Mega Drive]]'' and [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]]. |
**This is the third ''Sonic''-related comic to have sold out, following ''[[Sonic: Mega Drive]]'' and [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 1|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #1]]. |
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| + | **Cover B uses the Egg Pawn's ''Sonic Forces'' design even though IDW does not have access to them. |
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| − | IDW Sonic 2 A artwork.png|A |
+ | IDW Sonic 2 A artwork.png|Cover A colors. Art by [[Tyson Hesse]]. |
| − | IDW_Sonic_2_Raw.png|B |
+ | IDW_Sonic_2_Raw.png|Cover B colors. Art by [[Adam Bryce Thomas]]. |
| − | IDW Sonic 2 Variant.jpg|RI-A |
+ | IDW Sonic 2 Variant.jpg|Cover RI-A colors. Art by [[Nathalie Fourdraine]]. |
| − | IDWJonCover.jpg|RI-B |
+ | IDWJonCover.jpg|Cover RI-B inks. Art by [[Jonathan Gray]]. |
| − | IDWJonCoverColored.jpg|RI-B |
+ | IDWJonCoverColored.jpg|Cover RI-B colors. Art by [[Jonathan Gray]]. Colors by [[Matt Herms]]. |
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IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 2 is the second issue in the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series published by IDW Publishing.
Official solicitation
- Sonic’s new adventure continues, and when he comes across another town in need of saving, his old pal Amy arrives just in time to join the fight! The banter is fun, and the stakes are high, but things get really serious when Amy presents Sonic with a big request: rejoin the Resistance![3]
Featured stories
Fallout, Part 2
- Written by: Ian Flynn
- Art by: Adam Bryce Thomas
- Letters by: Corey Breen
- Edited by: Joe Hughes & David Mariotte
- Published by: Greg Goldstein
- Special thanks to: Anoulay Tsai, Mai Kiyotaki, Aaron Webber, Michael Cisneros, Sandra Jo, and everyone at Sega for their invaluable assistance
Synopsis
Sonic facing the Death Crab.
Near another town, Sonic the Hedgehog is tangling with the Death Crab Super Badnik, determined to not let it trample the town. Running up the Death Crab, Sonic lands on top of its face and revs up a Spin Dash, before blasting directly through the entire robot. As the Death Crab begins to fall down on the terrified townspeople, Sonic jumps high up into the air after setting off from the Death Crab's leg. He then comes slamming down on the Death Crab's shell, forcing it into the ground.
Landing next to the robot, the confident Sonic is greeted by the townspeople, who begin hailing and praising the blue hedgehog. Suddenly though, the townspeople leave the scene in fear. Taking a look around, Sonic notices that the Death Crab is still functioning. Before Sonic can do anything however, Amy appears and gives the Death Crab a good whack with her Piko Piko Hammer. While Amy teases Sonic about his sloppy work, Sonic is just surprised to see Amy, who explains that she, after having heard about how he and Tails saved the neighboring town, came to this town knowing she would find Sonic there. Though intrigued about how fast the news traveled, Sonic dismisses it and prepares to head to the next town now that everything is under control. As he thanks Amy for the save, however, Amy tells him that she came to the town specifically to find him. She asks Sonic to come back to the Resistance, though Sonic wonders why he should since the last time he saw the Resistance they were cleaning up from the Eggman War. Amy explains that the task of cleaning up was bigger than they imagined, as the leftover robots from the Eggman Empire were everywhere and randomly attack anyone they can find. As such, she states that the Resistance is working to finish the fight, by working from a centralized, organized position so they can be more effective.
Sonic and Amy argue.
Much to Amy's frustration, Sonic passes up the offer to rejoin the Resistance. As to why, Sonic explains that, after Tails brought it up, he has noticed that the Badniks they have been facing have been way more organized. What makes this more mysterious is that Dr. Eggman has not showed up to claim responsibility, which is something that does not fit the Doctor. Lastly, Sonic notes how coincidental it is for Amy to show up in time to help him stop a Super Badnik, as if someone is playing them. Amy sees the point Sonic is making, but insists that it is another reason for him to join the Resistance. Sonic disagrees however, saying it is better for him to hit the road and find out what is going on. Exasperated, Amy notes how much of a waste of time it is, but Sonic thinks it is beneficial to everyone. Suddenly, a female villager shows up, saying that they are under attack. Sonic thinks she refers to the Super Badnik they just took out, but he is wrong: the civilian is referring to a Badnik army invading from the west side of the town. Realizing the Death Crab was a decoy, Sonic and Amy set out to rescue the town before it is overrun. While Sonic runs ahead to thin out the Badniks, Amy, on her request, is taken to the town hall, which had been turned into a bunker during the Eggman War.
Inside the town, Amy rallies the town's militia and volunteers and organizes them by getting Wispon-wielding residents into positions on the roofs and instructing the rest on how to get the remaining civilians into the bunker. Meanwhile, Sonic tackles some Egg Walkers head-on, but is forced on the defensive when some Egg Pawns join the fray. Much to Sonic's annoyance, too many Badniks ultimately slip past him. Fortunately, just as the Badniks enter the town square, the residents open fire on them upon Amy's order and manages to take out the first wave of Badniks. Impressed, Sonic jokingly tells Amy that he thought Knuckles was the commander of the Resistance, to which Amy replies that she was the one keeping the Resistance organized while Knuckles commandeered. As Sonic asks what the plan is now, Amy notes that despite the advantages the town has now, there are still too many Badniks. If the villagers are to stand a chance, they have to find out where the Badniks are coming from and thin out their advances. Sonic and Amy thus advance through the invading Badniks to do just that, taking out hordes of Badniks with flashy combination moves. Amidst the fighting, Amy, hoping that Sonic has changed his mind (and that she can spent more time with him), once again invites Sonic to come back to the Resistance. However, Sonic still refuses. Amy argues that he is not even considering it, but Sonic notes that is because he knows what is best for him. Amy subsequently tries convincing Sonic to do it for the Resistance, then her, and then their friends, but Sonic shoots each of her arguments down with counter-arguments.
Sonic and Amy destroy a Blowfish Transporter.
Just as Sonic teasingly agrees to join the Resistance when Amy bribes him with a chili dog, he takes out more Egg Pawns, only to notice a Blowfish Transporter outside the town with plenty of Egg Pawns onboard. Since they believe they cannot get through the crowd through conventional means, Sonic and Amy decide to do their Croquette Bomber combo, where Amy knocks a Spin Dashing Sonic into the Blowfish Transporter with her hammer. Taking the Blowfish Transporter out in one shot, Amy finds a dazed, but happy Sonic among its remains. Amy then notices that the invasion is over and sadly concludes that Sonic is leaving now. Sonic agrees, explaining that this is his way of life. Getting flustered again, Amy quickly shakes it off and agrees with Sonic, much to Sonic's surprise. Amy then tells him that the way he is is why she loves him and why she does not want to change him. Getting slightly embarrassed, Sonic offers Amy to come along with him as compensation for him refusing to rejoin the Resistance. Amy turns down his offer however, insisting that the Resistance needs her to keep everything in order. However, to give Sonic some guidance, she tells him that Knuckles went to investigate a town to the south and since she has not heard from him in a while, he might need help. Accepting the assignment, Sonic heads off, not noticing the Flapper watching him.
Back in the Eggman-themed based, an unseen figure is displeased with his failure to eliminate Sonic. Noting that they had not taken Amy's growth into account, they see that Sonic is now deviating from his projected path, much to their frustration. Meanwhile, Orbot and Cubot enter, with Orbot informing his "boss" that Sonic is heading towards the location of Rough the Skunk and Tumble the Skunk. Pleased with this, the unseen figure thinks that maybe the skunk brothers can finish off Sonic.
Appearances
Characters:
- Badniks
- Blowfish Transporter (first appearance)
- Egg Pawn (multiple)
- Egg Walker (multiple) (first appearance)
- Flapper
- Super Badniks
- Death Crab (first appearance)
- Cubot (first appearance)
- Dr. Eggman (mentioned)
- Neo Metal Sonic (Voice only)
- Orbot (first appearance)
- Resistance (first appearance)
- Amy Rose
- Knuckles the Echidna (mentioned)
- Miles "Tails" Prower (Flashback)
- Rough the Skunk (first appearance)
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Tumble the Skunk (first appearance)
Items:
- Chili dog (mentioned)
- Piko Piko Hammer (first appearance)
- Wispon
- Burst Wispon (first appearance)
- Void Wispon (first appearance)
- Unnamed pink Wispon (first appearance)
Misc.:
- Boost
- Croquette Bomber (first appearance)
- Eggman Empire (mentioned)
- Eggman War (mentioned)
- Homing Attack
- Spin Attack
- Spin Dash (first appearance)
Continuity
- Sonic is still traveling around destroying rogue Badniks. He began this quest in Sonic the Hedgehog #1, "Fallout, Part 1".
- Amy mentions how Sonic and Tails saved a town in Sonic the Hedgehog #1, "Fallout, Part 1".
- Amy invites Sonic to rejoin the Resistance, but Sonic refuses. Sonic would recall Amy's proposal in Sonic the Hedgehog #3, "Fallout, Part 3", and Sonic the Hedgehog #4, "Fallout, Part 4".
- Sonic mentions Tails' theory about something controlling the Badnik gangs from Sonic the Hedgehog #1, "Fallout, Part 1".
- Sonic and Amy take out a Blowfish Transporter. Sonic would mention this in Sonic the Hedgehog #4, "Fallout, Part 4".
- Amy tells Sonic to go check up on Knuckles. Sonic would carry out that task in Sonic the Hedgehog #3, "Fallout, Part 3".
Trivia
- In this issue, the Egg Pawns are erroneously drawn with three fingers on each hand instead of four.
- When Amy assumes Sonic will be leaving the village after the invasion, Sonic tells her he's living "by my way. My own way". These words are loosely derived from the lyrics of Sonic's theme song "It Doesn't Matter" from Sonic Adventure.
Other features
- Sonic Letter Squad: Sonic Letter Squad is a section where the comic staff can post fan artwork and fan letters that have been sent in to them.
- Skylanders: SuperChargers #1 - Free Digital Ashcan
Quotes
- Amy: Sonic—wait! I came out here specifically to find you!
- Sonic: I know. It's kinda your thing.
- Amy: Not like that!
- Sonic: I thought Knuckles was commander of the Resistance?
- Amy: Oh, he commanded alright. But who do you think kept things organized?
- Amy: That's it for the invasion. I guess... you'll be going then...
- Sonic: Yep! It's what I do. Just keep moving, doing good, saving folks, and living as free as the wind. Living by my way. My own way.
Trivia
The full image of the four connected cover A covers.
- Cover A is the second piece of the 4-part panoramic connecting cover art by Tyson Hesse.[4]
- Cover RI-A by Nathalie Fourdraine depicts Sonic, Amy, and Tails in Casino Night Zone from Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
- Cover RI-B by Jonathan Gray shows Sonic and Amy running past a future sign. This is a reference to Sonic the Hedgehog CD which was Amy Rose's first appearance.
- Adam Bryce Thomas made a sketch of the sheep villager who appears on cover B and who alerted Sonic and Amy of the incoming Badnik force, naming her "Lanolin".[5] He later did the same for another background character whom he named Meringue.[6]
- This issue had sold out within a week of its release and it received a second printing on 16 May 2018, alongside the third printing of Sonic the Hedgehog #1.[2]
- This is the third Sonic-related comic to have sold out, following Sonic: Mega Drive and Sonic the Hedgehog #1.
- Cover B uses the Egg Pawn's Sonic Forces design even though IDW does not have access to them.
Gallery
Cover artwork
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 Cover A colors. Art by Tyson Hesse.  Cover B colors. Art by Adam Bryce Thomas.  Cover RI-A colors. Art by Nathalie Fourdraine.  Cover RI-B inks. Art by Jonathan Gray.  Cover RI-B colors. Art by Jonathan Gray. Colors by Matt Herms. |
Preview pages
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Ching, Albert (23 January 2018). Sonic the Hedgehog Speeds Into the IDW Era with Two New Covers. Comic Book Resources. Retrieved on 23 January 2018.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG COMIC BOOKS CONTINUE TO SELL OUT. IDW Publishing (19 April 2018). Retrieved on 1 May 2018.
- ↑ Newsarama Staff (24 January 2018). IDW PUBLISHING April 2018 Solicitations. News-a-Rama. Retrieved on 25 January 2018.
- ↑ Ellen McGrody (31 January 2018). Comics Industry Publication PREVIEWS Reveals New IDW Sonic Art. TSSZ News. Retrieved on 24 March 2018.
- ↑ Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter. Twitter (12 April 2018). Retrieved on 12 April 2018.
- ↑ Adam Bryce Thomas on Twitter. Twitter (17 April 2018). Retrieved on 18 April 2018.
External links
- IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 2 at IDW Sonic Hub Wiki, the IDW Sonic wiki.
Issue 2
