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- For the version of these objects after the Super Genesis Wave, see Rocket-skates.
The rocket-skates[1] are objects that appear in the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series and its spin-offs published by Archie Comics. They are the trademark shoes worn by Shadow the Hedgehog. Their origins are unknown.
Description[]
Appearance[]
The rocket-skates are mainly white and smooth with black heel regions. Above the topline, they have what appears to be a red tongue and black topline collar. Around the rim of the soles, the rocket-skates have red strips of metal on the rear and front of the bottom, broken below the in-steps. On the bottom of each sole are an orange-yellow line of five small "jets" (three up front and two on the heel).
Features and abilities[]
The rocket-skates can expel air from their jets to create a cushion of air, which lets Shadow hover just above the surface of the ground. This allows him to glide just above the surface on seemingly any terrain, much like a hovercraft. With them, Shadow can achieve speeds nearing that of Sonic the Hedgehog's running speed.[1][2]
The rocket-skates' jets are controlled by Shadow at will and can produce high enough propulsion to assist his jumps and let him hover in midair. However, they have no flight capabilities.[3]
See also[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sonic the Hedgehog: The Complete Sonic Comic Encyclopedia, "Shadow the Hedgehog"
- ↑ Sonic Universe #23, "Treasure Team Tango Step Three: The Llevada"
- ↑ Sonic Universe #1, "Living Weapons"