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Sonic the Hedgehog: The Complete Sonic Comic Encyclopedia is a reference guide to the Sonic the Hedgehog comic continuity published by Archie Comics. It was released on 30 October 2012.

Official solicitation[]

Follow the Blue Blur through Mobius and beyond! An all-new, encyclopedic look at the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, complete with character profiles and storyline recaps in easy-to-use reference format!
What is Sonic's dog's name? Who's the robo-villian who knocks his foes down like bowling pins? Where is the Special Zone? What powerful force keeps Angel Island afloat? Find the answers plus all the in-depth info we could squeeze inside these pages!
Whether you've been a fan since Sonic the Hedgehog #0 or you're new to the world of Big Blue, The Complete Sonic the Hedgehog Comic Encyclopedia is a crucial element to your Sonic library-- the definitive guide to the Sonic comics universe, and the ultimate gift for any Sonic fan!

Synopsis[]

Production background[]

Ian Flynn had planned to produce a definitive Sonic the Hedgehog encyclopedia for Archie for several years in various forms. In 2010, the book was announced for pre-order as The Complete Sonic Comic Encyclopedia, along with a mock cover and a blurb announcing that it would touch on almost everything in the Sonic series, and would include "an extensive world map of Mobius and a timeline that sheds new light on past events."[1]

The name was subsequently changed to Sonic the Hedgehog Who's Who, and was intended to be released in multiple volumes. The cover was updated to reflect the new title, but the cover's design was largely unchanged (see left). In October 2011, Archie editor Paul Kaminski said that Who's Who (then due to be released in 2012) would include complete character histories, brand new art, and never-before-revealed secrets.[2]

In June 2012, the book's final title (reverted to The Complete Sonic Comic Encyclopedia), cover, contributors and release date were announced in Archie's solicitations for September 2012.[3]

Cameos and References[]

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  • A depiction of the earliest drawing of Eggman from Sega (the one wearing pajamas) appears on the cover. Since there is no entry about him on the book, this addition is most likely a display of artistic license.
  • The table of contents contains a number of in-jokes/references, including:
    • "Gods of Mobius: 'Face to faith with those who walk!'" - "Face to Faith" was the name of the vocal soundtrack to Sonic and the Black Knight.
    • "Other Freedom Fighters: 'Freedom is the fight of all sentient beings!'" - This line is a reference to the catchphrase of Optimus Prime from Transformers franchise.
    • "The Eggman Empire: 'He's got the master plan!'" - This quote is an excerpt from "E.G.G.M.A.N.", Dr. Eggman's theme from Sonic Adventure 2.
    • "Magical Talismans: '7 Emeralds + 50 Rings: Jump up and press "A"!'" - This is a reference to how a player can transform into Super Sonic in Sonic 3 & Knuckles.
    • "The World of Mobius Prime: 'Planetary Pieces: A world of Sonic Adventure!'" - "A world of Sonic Adventure" refers to Sonic World Adventure, the Japanese title to Sonic Unleashed. "Planetary Pieces" was the name of its soundtrack.
    • "The Future?...: 'Dreams (and nightmares) of a future absolution'" - This is a reference to Silver the Hedgehog's theme in Sonic the Hedgehog, "Dreams of an Absolution".

Trivia[]

New Information[]

  • Several common rumors confirmed in the encyclopedia include:
  • New information related by the Encyclopedia includes:
    • Rob o' the Hedge is the true king of Mercia.
    • There have been four Enerjak's in existence on Mobius Prime.
    • The events of Sonic the Hedgehog (2006) actually occurred in Mobius Prime. The time travel plot ended with the game's villains and events erased from the timeline.
    • When "interracial" Mobian couples have children, they either have twin children that each carry one of the parents' physical traits, or have one child that carries both parents' physical traits.

Gallery[]

Cover artwork[]

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Concept artwork[]

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References[]

  1. Hogfather (6 September 2010). Sonic the Hedgehog: The Complete Encyclopaedia. Retrieved on 28 July 2012.
  2. What's Next for Mega Man & Sonic Comics? (interview with Paul Kaminski) (11 October 2011). Retrieved on 28 July 2012.
  3. SEPTEMBER 2012 SOLICITS (17 June 2012). Retrieved on 28 July 2012.

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