Sonic The Hedgehog

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #194
"Otherside, Part Two": Sonic's plan to find help on the mirror world of Moebius backfired and now he's fighting for his life! Back home, the Suppression Squad has had enough but are two teams enough to stop King Scourge? All this, plus you won't believe who makes his big debut this month! Surprises abound in this issue!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley! (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Pulse-pounding cover by Tracy Yardley! & Jason Jensen.
Shipping Date: November 5th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 12th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: November 25th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC SELECT VOLUME #2
THE NEW SERIES OF SONIC COLLECTIONS FEATURING CLASSIC TALES FROM SONIC SUPER SPECIALS CONTINUES!
Following in the smashing success of the Sonic Archives series, Archie continues the proud tradition of reprints with Sonic Select! These fully restored and re-mastered 6x9 inch graphic novels feature the best stories taken from the original Sonic Super Specials! Volume 2 presents stories from such classic specials as "Knuckles' Chaotix", "Super Sonic vs. Hyper Knuckles", "Mecha Madness", and "Sonic Live!" Now these hard-to-find stories are conveniently collected in this handsome volume, allowing fans from today and yesterday to add to their stash of Sonic comics, or start a whole new collection! Join the fun and become a part of Archie-Sonic history!
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders, Kent Taylor and Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Art Mawhinney, Patrick Spaziante, Ken Penders, Harvey Mercadoocasio and Rich Koslowski. Super-terrific cover by Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante!
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-36-5
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
128-page, full color graphic novel
$11.95 US.

SONIC SELECT VOLUME #2
THE NEW SERIES OF SONIC COLLECTIONS FEATURING CLASSIC TALES FROM SONIC SUPER SPECIALS CONTINUES!
Following in the smashing success of the Sonic Archives series, Archie continues the proud tradition of reprints with Sonic Select! These fully restored and re-mastered 6x9 inch graphic novels feature the best stories taken from the original Sonic Super Specials! Volume 2 presents stories from such classic specials as "Knuckles' Chaotix", "Super Sonic vs. Hyper Knuckles", "Mecha Madness", and "Sonic Live!" Now these hard-to-find stories are conveniently collected in this handsome volume, allowing fans from today and yesterday to add to their stash of Sonic comics, or start a whole new collection! Join the fun and become a part of Archie-Sonic history!
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders, Kent Taylor and Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Art Mawhinney, Patrick Spaziante, Ken Penders, Harvey Mercadoocasio and Rich Koslowski. Super-terrific cover by Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante!
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-36-5
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
128-page, full color graphic novel
$11.95 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #191
"Metal and Mettle, Part One": The Council of Acorn is dragging its feet to take back Freedom HQ, and Sonic's not the kind of guy to wait! Our hero is ready to rumble - but is he ready for King Scourge and the newest Metal Sonic? Meanwhile, Knuckles is still haunted by his time as Enerjak. Can his bond with Julie-Su take the strain? All this, plus a surprise newcomer joins the fray!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley! (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Pulse-pounding cover by Tracy Yardley!
Shipping Date: August 6th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: August 13th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: August 26th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ENTER BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS

Archie Comics would like to announce that Sonic the Hedgehog has been was recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest running comic series based on a video game.

From the 2008 Guinness World Records: Gamer's Edition "LONGEST-RUNNING COMIC SERIES BASED ON A VIDEO GAME The longest-running comic series based on a video game is the American Sonic the Hedgehog Published by Archie Comics. It has now been running for 14 years and over 180 monthly issues having first appeared in July 1993."

Starting two years after the release of the first video game in 1991 for the Sega Genesis. Sonic the Hedgehog features a combination of characters and storylines from the games and cartoons, mixed with original characters and stories. The Sonic games continuity is an intricate part of the comics, each new game is incorporated into the story of the comic. Sonic and the Secret Rings included a free comic made by Archie Comics specifically for the game and both Sonic Chronicles and Sonic Unleashed will be included in the comic. In 2009 Sonic will continue to reach new milestones with the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 200th issue.

 










SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #190
“A Bold New Mobeus Part 2: Duality”: Worlds collide as Sonic and the heroic Freedom Fighters throw-down with the evil Scourge and the villainous Suppression Squad! Tensions run high as personal grudges come to light, and the fate of Freedom HQ hangs in the balance! Who will win this epic struggle? The answer may surprise you!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Dimension-crossing cover by Tracy Yardley! & Josh Ray!
Shipping Date: July 2nd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: July 9th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: July 22nd, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

THE ACTION & EXCITEMENT OF SONIC THE HEDGEHOG’S CLASSIC ADVENTURES LIVES ON IN SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #9!
In November, 2006, Archie Comics offered Sonic readers both new and old the opportunity to relive the earliest adventures of their favorite hero with the release of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #1.  Now, here we are on the eve of the release of the 9th volume, and everyone agrees: this new classic reprint series is a hit!  Fans are jumping at the chance to travel back in time to where it all began.  Back in 1993, Sonic the Hedgehog sped his way from video games to comic books.  Almost 200 issues later, "the blue blur" can lay claim to having the most successful comic book career of all video game heroes.  Now, SONIC THE HEDEHOG ARCHIVES, a thrilling series of upscale reprints, lets you revisit Sonic’s early days in a premium yet affordable format.  These special 5 x 7 & ½ inch editions contain 112 action-packed pages, faithfully re-colored and printed on superior stock, with a low cover price of only $7.49 US!  Picking up where the SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #8 left off (which reprinted the original Sonic series issues #29 through #32), SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #9 brings fans these classic tales from issues #33 through #36 – including exciting events like the origin of the Chaos emeralds, the return of King Acorn (sort of!), and other historic occurrences!  Stories include: 

“Let’s Get Small” (issue #33): Robotnik gives everyone more ogida than usual – literally – by introducing a microbiotic infection into Knothole Village’s food supply! 
“The Big Picture” (issue #33): A mysterious figure is monitoring Archimedes, Knuckles and the Floating Island.  Who could it be?
“Sonic Shot” (issue #33): A friendly game of hockey between the good guys and bad guys goes from slapshot to cheap shot when Robotnik intervenes!
“To ‘Bot or not to ‘Bot” (issue #34): Sonic and Rotor valiantly try to de-roboticize Uncle Chuck and Muttski, as a new Combot Army rises to eradicate the Freedom Fighters. 
“A Sense of History Part One” (issue #34): Knuckles tries to piece his past together – but the trouble is, a comet blew his past into pieces years ago!
“Ring of Truth” (issue #35): A tale of intrigue as Sonic is transported to another dimension, encounters the Ancient Walkers and is challenged to solve the Riddle of the Rings! 
“A Sense of History Part Two” (issue #35): Knuckles memory reveals more about his tumultuous upbringing and family, friends and foes! 
“Heart of Darkness” (issue #36): It’s the long-awaited return of King Acorn… MAYBE!   
“A Sense of History Part Three” (issue #36): The ultimate destruction of the Floating Island is finally revealed!

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #9
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders & Mike Kanterovich. 
ART: Art Mawhinney, Dave Manak, & Ken Penders. 
Colossal cover by Pat “Spaz” Spazinate!
Shipping Date: September 24th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 1st, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: October 14th, 2008
112-page, full color graphic novel

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #192
"Metal and Mettle, Part Two": You’re not just seeing double, you’re seeing quadruple when Sonic and Scourge fight for their lives against the sleek killer robots Metal Sonic and Metal Scourge! Why isn’t Scourge’s Suppression Squad doing anything to help? And what is the sinister secret Dr. Eggman is using to keep the Dark Egg Legion under his control?
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley! (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Dimension-hopping cover by Tracy Yardley! & Josh Ray!
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: September 23rd, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #9
The thrilling new series that lets fans relive classic Sonic stories continues!
Volume 9 presents issues #33 through #36 of Sonic’s ongoing comic book series in a special 5 x 7 & ½ inch edition. These stories continue the artistic change to a more
"dramatic" tone, better aligning the series to the hit Saturday morning animated series then on the air. The emphasis is on the royal politics of the kingdom, with power plays, self-sacrifice and betrayals galore. Each story is meticulously restored and printed on high-grade paper-so you can feel like you're zipping right alongside the cobalt champion as he saves Knothole Village! This action-packed edition features events like the mystery of the Chaos Emeralds and the return of King Acorn (sort of)!
Stories include:
"Let’s Get Small" (issue #33),
"The Big Picture" (issue #33),
"Sonic Shot" (issue #33),
"To Bot or Not to Bot" (issue #34),
"A Sense of History – Part One" (issue #34),
"Ring of Truth" (issue #35),
"A Sense of History - Part Two" (issue #35),
"Heart of Darkness" (issue #36), and
"A Sense of History Party Three" (issue #36).
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders & Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Art Mawhinney, Dave Manak, & Ken Penders.
Colossal cover by Pat
"Spaz" Spazinate!
Shipping Date: September 24th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 1st, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: October 14th, 2008
112-page, full color graphic novel
$7.95 US. 

SONIC QUEST: THE DEATH EGG SAGA #1
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
32-page, full color comics
$1.50 US.

SONIC QUEST: THE DEATH EGG SAGA #2
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
32-page, full color comics
$1.50 US.

SONIC QUEST: THE DEATH EGG SAGA #3
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
32-page, full color comics
$1.50 US. IT’S GIANT-SIZED THRILLS GALORE WITH SONIC SUPER SPECIALS!
Archie is proud to make these action-packed, 48-page specials available once more:

KNUCKLES’ CHAOTIX #1
Relive the thrilling origin of Knuckles’ super-team!
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
48-page, full color special,
$2.25 U.S.

SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #4: RETURN OF THE KING
It’s King Acorn vs. Uncle Chuck – which side will Sonic & the Freedom Fighters choose?
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
48-page, full color special,
$2.25 U.S.

SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #5: SONIC KIDS
Giant-sized thrills from pint-sized heroes!
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
48-page, full color special,
$2.25 U.S.

SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #6: SONIC 50 - DIRECTOR'S CUT
Special expanded edition of the landmark
"Endgame" finale!
Shipping Date: September 3rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 10th, 2008
48-page, full color special,
$2.25 U.S.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #189
“A Bold New Moebius Part 1: Unwelcome Guests”: The Freedom Fighters face an unexpected challenge when the Suppression Squad drops by… and they haven’t come over for tea!  Meanwhile, Sonic, Knuckles and the Chaotix are in New Megaopolis keeping Eggman’s New Dark Egg Legion at bay.  Includes an appearance by Anti-Rotor, now known as “Boomer” – a name that will be familiar to long-time Sonic comic fans!   
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.  ART: Tracy Yardley (pencils) & Jim Amash (inks). 
Explosive cover by Tracy Yardley & Josh Ray.
Shipping Date: June 4th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: June 11th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: June 25th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #7
The thrilling new series that lets fans relive classic Sonic stories continues! Volume 7 presents issues #25 through #28 of Sonic’s ongoing comic book series in a special 5 x 7 & ½ inch edition. Each story is meticulously restored and printed on high-grade paper-so you can feel like you're zipping right alongside the cobalt champion as he saves Knothole Village! This action-packed edition features the first comic book appearances of Metal Sonic, Amy Rose, Sonic’s betrayal of the Freedom Fighters and the solo story that led to Tails’ own mini-series! Stories include:
“Go Ahead, Mecha My Day” (issue #25): Robotnik
kidnaps Amy Rose so he can lure Sonic into a duel with his newest
creation, Metal Sonic! First appearance of both Amy and Metal!
“Way, Way, Way Past Cool!” (issue #26): Robotnik attempts to put Knothole into a deep freeze, but luckily the Arctic Freedom Fighters arrive to thaw… and thwart… his chilling scheme!
“Fortified” (issue #26): A twisted ankle for the blue blur leads Sonic and the Freedom Fighters to refuge in an abandoned fort. Will it be enough to protect them from Robotnik’s rampaging onslaught?
“Scrambled Hedgehog” (issue #27): A case of amnesia makes Sonic an easy mark for Robotnik, who convinces our hero to almost give away Knothole’s secret location! Will Sonic’s memory return, or will his betrayal be permanent?
“Saturday Night’s All Right for a Fight” (issue #28): Sonic continues his traitorous ways due to his memory loss, and the Freedom Fighters need all the firepower they can muster to defeat their once-great champion!
“Growing Pains Part 1” (issue #28): In the aftermath of Sonic’s betrayal, Tails sets course in his Sea Fox for an uncharted island. There he meets and must save Fiona Fox, who the dastardly Robonik
kidnapped, in this prelude to Tails’ mini-series.
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Angelo DeCesare, Mike Kanterovich & Ken Penders.
ART: Dave Manak, Jon D’agostino, Harvey Mercadoocasio, Rich Koslowksi & Art Mawhinney. Colossal cover by Spaz!
Shipping Date: May 28th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: June 4th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: June 17th, 2008
112-page, full color paperback
$7.95 US.