Sonic The Hedgehog tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009-02-28:/sonic/9 2009-11-16T15:39:28Z Sonic Sonic the Hedgehog is a fast-paced action adventure comic like no other. With a massive cast featuring characters from videogames, cartoons and Archie-inspired creations, this comic literally has unlimited possibilities. Plenty of action, romance and intrigue are the norm for Sonic, as he and the Freedom Fighters, his buddies Tails, Knuckles, and the mysterious Shadow must battle the forces of evil. Villains abound in this dangerous world from the eternal Mammoth Mogul, mystical Dr. Finitevus, evil double Scourge the Hedgehog, and plenty more, including the ultimate baddie, Dr. Robotnik, a.k.a. Eggman! Movable Type 4.23-en SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #210 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2489 2009-11-15T19:25:34Z 2009-11-16T15:39:28Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #210 "Home Invasion Part One": In the aftermath of the "Iron Dominion" saga, things are bleaker than ever for our heroes, as one after another is "legionized." Amy, Geoffrey St. John, Rotor and the others do their... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #210
"Home Invasion Part One": In the aftermath of the "Iron Dominion" saga, things are bleaker than ever for our heroes, as one after another is "legionized." Amy, Geoffrey St. John, Rotor and the others do their best to be brave in the face of impending doom. But Eggman, the Iron Queen and Snively aren't exactly seeing eye to eye, which may provide hope for our heroes. Not to mention the intrepid team of first-rank heroes waiting for the proper moment to swoop in like the cavalry! Ties into this month's SONIC UNIVERSE #13
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Shipping Date: February 24th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: March 3rd, 2010
Newsstands: March 16th, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2381 2009-10-28T13:47:31Z 2009-10-28T13:52:04Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206 "On the Run Part Two": Sonic and Tails face off against the full might of the Iron Dominion! The prize: the addled Dr. Eggman! Will Sonic let his most feared nemesis fall into the hands... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com





SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206
"On the Run Part Two": Sonic and Tails face off against the full might of the Iron Dominion! The prize: the addled Dr. Eggman! Will Sonic let his most feared nemesis fall into the hands of these new, unpredictable foes? Are they even willing to deal?!
PLUS: "Birthright Part Two": Lien-Da discovers the cruel secret of the Iron Queen's gift to her people. Her next choice will save - or doom - the Legion!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
SIZZLING SHOWDOWN COVER BY SPAZ!
Shipping Date: October 28th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Shops: November 4th, 2009
Newsstands: November 17th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US ]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #209 & SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #12 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2367 2009-10-19T21:59:46Z 2009-10-19T22:00:34Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #209 "Iron Dominion Part Two": The Iron Queen is on the verge of total world domination, and only a handful of heroes are free to quell the threat! Sonic and Sally must brave the unknown to... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #209
"Iron Dominion Part Two": The Iron Queen is on the verge of total world domination, and only a handful of heroes are free to quell the threat! Sonic and Sally must brave the unknown to rescue one of their own, but at the risk of total annihilation! Meanwhile, Monkey Khan makes a grim decision, and only Tails can stand in his way to save the life of a Freedom Fighter! The stakes have never been higher in this pulse-pounding tale!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Tracy Yardley!
Cover by Tracy Yardley!
Shipping Date: January 27th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: February 3rd, 2010
On Sale at Newsstands: February 16th, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US


SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #12
The Sonic Archives series has emerged as one of Archie's best-selling trade paperbacks, as fans both new and old can relive the glory days of Sonic the Hedgehog in these high-quality, digitally-restored graphic novels, complete with all the classic Sonic stories from the 1990s! Now with Sonic Archives Volume 12, Sonic lovers can add issues 45-48 to their collections, stories which are almost impossible to come across now. And best of all, the colors are completely remastered to give the issues a brand new look! Stories include: "Guerilla Thriller": Everyone's favorite cave-bear, Mobie, returns... but he's unsuspectingly making a home for himself in the middle of a Robotnik stronghold! Can the Freedom Fighters warn him before it's too late? "Countdown to Armageddon": a sabbatical in the woods to reflect on recent events goes from relaxing to taxing as friendships are strained and loyalties questioned, setting up the dramatic events yet to come in the "Endgame" storyline. Guest-starring Lupe and the Wolf Pack from the animated series! "Endgame: Taking the Fall": The most talked-about Sonic saga ever unfolds as King Acorn vows to finish the war with Robotnik and regain the kingdom... but could he have predicted the enormous cost? The "death of Princess Sally" sent shockwaves through Sonic fandom, and now you can relive the events leading up to this milestone event. "Sonic the Fugitive": Not only has Sonic suffered a great loss in the passing of Princess Sally, he's also been framed for her murder! Now he must battle friend and foe alike as he seeks the real killer to clear his name!
PLUS: The "Knuckles' Quest" saga continues, with the intrepid red echidna searching for answers to his origin and the mystery behind the Sword of Acorns.
SCRIPTS: Angelo DeCesare, Ken Penders, Kent Taylor
ART: Dave Manak, Art Mawhinney, Ken Penders, Nelson Ortega, Manny Galan
Cover art by Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: January 20th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: January 27th, 2010
On Sale at Newsstands: February 9th, 2010
112-page, full color paperback
$7.95 US

]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2318 2009-09-30T14:43:29Z 2009-09-30T14:44:57Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205 "On the Run Part One": Bunnie is back, but worse for wear with her wounds being tended in the hospital. Luckily, her friends are by her side... but not for long, as a less-than-lucid Eggman... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205


"On the Run Part One": Bunnie is back, but worse for wear with her wounds being tended in the hospital. Luckily, her friends are by her side... but not for long, as a less-than-lucid Eggman attacks in his Egg-Tortoise walker! Sonic and Tails spring into action, while Iron Queen and crew watch with wide eyes. Why are they so interested in seeing Eggman captured? It's the start of a new pulse-pounding tale guest-starring Nicole, Antoine, Monkey Khan, Espio and more!


PLUS: "Birthright Part One": Now it can be revealed: the long-held secret of the disappearance of Lien-Da's father!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
SENSES-SHATTERING COVER BY Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: September 30th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 7th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: October 20th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US

]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #208 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2354 2009-09-21T22:10:54Z 2009-10-18T22:11:24Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #208 "Iron Dominion Part One": The unthinkable happens as the Iron Queen finds a way around New Mobotropolis's defenses! It's a full-scale invasion by the forces of evil, and it's up to Sonic and Tails to... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #208
"Iron Dominion Part One": The unthinkable happens as the Iron Queen finds a way around New Mobotropolis's defenses! It's a full-scale invasion by the forces of evil, and it's up to Sonic and Tails to save the day! But what hope do they have when yet another of their friends falls prey to the Iron Queen's powers?
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Senses-shattering cover by Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date December 30th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Shops January7th, 2010
On Sale at Newsstands January 19th, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> SONIC UNIVERSE #11 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2308 2009-09-21T05:01:01Z 2009-09-20T23:22:58Z SONIC UNIVERSE #11 "Echoes of the Past Part 3": New mysteries arise, along with new faces - both good and evil! But is everyone really who they say they are? It's up to Knuckles to figure it all out... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC UNIVERSE #11
"Echoes of the Past Part 3": New mysteries arise, along with new faces - both good and evil! But is everyone really who they say they are? It's up to Knuckles to figure it all out and rescue Angel Island before it's too late! This issue also features the long-awaited return of the Downunda Freedom Fighters and Knuckles' most unlikely ally - Dr. Finitevus?!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Tracy Yardley
Colossally chaotic cover by Yardley!
Shipping Date December 16th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Shops December 23rd, 2009
On Sale at Newsstands January 5th, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> Archie Comics First Look: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2253 2009-09-02T13:34:36Z 2009-09-02T13:35:39Z Archie Comics First Look: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205 "On the Run Part One": Bunnie is back, but worse for wear with her wounds being tended in the hospital. Luckily, her friends are by her side... but... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com Archie Comics First Look: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204





SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205
"On the Run Part One": Bunnie is back, but worse for wear with her wounds being tended in the hospital. Luckily, her friends are by her side... but not for long, as a less-than-lucid Eggman attacks in his Egg-Tortoise walker! Sonic and Tails spring into action, while Iron Queen and crew watch with wide eyes. Why are they so interested in seeing Eggman captured? It's the start of a new pulse-pounding tale guest-starring Nicole, Antoine, Monkey Khan, Espio and more!
PLUS: "Birthright Part One": Now it can be revealed: the long-held secret of the disappearance of Lien-Da's father!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
SENSES-SHATTERING COVER BY Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: September 30th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 7th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: October 20th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #207 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2245 2009-08-24T06:53:51Z 2009-08-24T08:54:56Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #207 "Blackout": The Iron King wants the force-field over Sonic's home city gone, so he heads to its power source: the radioactive remains of Robotropolis! This could spell doom for our heroes - not to mention... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #207
"Blackout": The Iron King wants the force-field over Sonic's home city gone, so he heads to its power source: the radioactive remains of Robotropolis! This could spell doom for our heroes - not to mention the surrounding environment! As Sonic races to the rescue, Princess Sally finally comes to a pivotal personal decision.
PLUS: "The Iron Queen:" The second half of this intriguing new villainess' thrilling origin is revealed!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Shipping Date: November 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Shops: December 3rd, 2009
Newsstands: December 15th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> Archie Comics First Look: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2214 2009-08-05T18:20:46Z 2009-08-05T18:23:43Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203 "Heavy is the Head Part One": Sonic learned last issue that the villains of the Iron Dominion were no push-overs. Now the fight gets personal! And when the Iron Queen arrives to show just how... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com





SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203
"Heavy is the Head Part One": Sonic learned last issue that the villains of the Iron Dominion were no push-overs. Now the fight gets personal! And when the Iron Queen arrives to show just how powerful she is, the life of a Freedom Fighter hangs in the balance!
PLUS: "Friend in Deed": Knuckles must fight the fight everyone dreads, as he faces off against a former colleague-turned-traitor within the Chaotix!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Shipping Date: August 5th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: August 12th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: August 25th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US

]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2171 2009-07-20T05:45:05Z 2009-07-20T05:54:26Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206 "On the Run Part Two": Sonic and Tails face off against the full might of the Iron Dominion! The prize: the addled Dr. Eggman! Will Sonic let his most feared nemesis fall into the hands... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #206
"On the Run Part Two": Sonic and Tails face off against the full might of the Iron Dominion! The prize: the addled Dr. Eggman! Will Sonic let his most feared nemesis fall into the hands of these new, unpredictable foes? Are they even willing to deal?!
PLUS: "Birthright Part Two": Lien-Da discovers the cruel secret of the Iron Queen's gift to her people. Her next choice will save - or doom - the Legion!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
SIZZLING SHOWDOWN COVER BY SPAZ!
Shipping Date: October 28th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Shops: November 4th, 2009
Newsstands: November 17th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> ARCHIE COMICS FIRST LOOK: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #202 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2139 2009-07-01T14:41:06Z 2009-07-01T14:47:32Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #202 "Dangerous Territory": Sonic and Monkey Khan storm the city of New Megaopolis to nip an evil invasion in the bud... but have our heroes bitten off more than they can chew? And will a shocking... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com





SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #202
"Dangerous Territory": Sonic and Monkey Khan storm the city of New Megaopolis to nip an evil invasion in the bud... but have our heroes bitten off more than they can chew? And will a shocking betrayal save them - or doom them?
"A Lonely Girl's Story": Learn the guarded secrets of the Eggman Empire's new empress in this intriguing tale!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Shipping Date: July 1st, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: July 8th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: August 21st, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> SHIPPING SEPTEMBER 2009 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204 & 205 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2118 2009-06-14T15:59:19Z 2009-06-15T10:17:54Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204 "Heavy is the Head Part Two": It's Sonic vs. Monkey Khan yet again! But it's more than hot-headedness this time as Sonic fights not just for his city, but to save the very cybernetic-simian he's... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #204
"Heavy is the Head Part Two": It's Sonic vs. Monkey Khan yet again! But it's more than hot-headedness this time as Sonic fights not just for his city, but to save the very cybernetic-simian he's forced to fight! Even if Sonic can save his friend, will Khan's dark secret destroy him anyway? Its monkey mayhem as only Archie can deliver!
PLUS: "Friend in Deed Part 2": Knuckles' melee against a surprise traitor continues... and as the brawl rages on, so do the emotions within, as Knuckles realizes that he can win the battle but lose so much more!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
GOING APE COVER BY KING Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: September 2nd, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: September 9th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: September 22nd, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US


SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #205
"On the Run Part One": Bunnie is back, but worse for wear with her wounds being tended in the hospital. Luckily, her friends are by her side... but not for long, as a less-than-lucid Eggman attacks in his Egg-Tortoise walker! Sonic and Tails spring into action, while Iron Queen and crew watch with wide eyes. Why are they so interested in seeing Eggman captured? It's the start of a new pulse-pounding tale guest-starring Nicole, Antoine, Monkey Khan, Espio and more!
PLUS: "Birthright Part One": Now it can be revealed: the long-held secret of the disappearance of Lien-Da's father!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
SENSES-SHATTERING COVER BY Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: September 30th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 7th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: October 20th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US

]]> First Look: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #201 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2093 2009-06-03T08:25:09Z 2009-06-03T08:28:38Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #201 "Change in Management": Sonic and his friends are ready to relax after the series-shaking events of #200, but their plans soon change with the explosive arrival of an old villain! A villain who brings grim... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com


SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #201
"Change in Management": Sonic and his friends are ready to relax after the series-shaking events of #200, but their plans soon change with the explosive arrival of an old villain! A villain who brings grim tidings of a new threat that's claimed the world! Who are the new faces of evil? Will Sonic rise to the occasion, or will he be busy fighting a mystery guest star? "Devotion": Espio the Chameleon gets a visitor of his own, and news that will change his standing in the Chaotix forever!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Tracy Yardley!
Shipping Date: June 3rd, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: June 10th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: June 23rd, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> PREVIEW: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2072 2009-05-25T17:19:17Z 2009-05-27T09:23:16Z

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203 "Heavy is the Head Part One": Sonic learned last issue that the villains of the Iron Dominion were no push-overs. Now the fight gets personal! And when the Iron Queen arrives to show just how... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #203
"Heavy is the Head Part One": Sonic learned last issue that the villains of the Iron Dominion were no push-overs. Now the fight gets personal! And when the Iron Queen arrives to show just how powerful she is, the life of a Freedom Fighter hangs in the balance!
PLUS: "Friend in Deed": Knuckles must fight the fight everyone dreads, as he faces off against a former colleague-turned-traitor within the Chaotix!
SCRIPTS: Ian Flynn
ART: Steven Butler
Shipping Date: July 5th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: July 12th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: August 25th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]> SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #200 tag:archie-blogs.archiecomics.com,2009:/sonic//9.2026 2009-05-06T15:38:02Z 2009-05-06T15:43:27Z SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #200 200th ISSUE SPECTACULAR "Turnabout is Fair Play": The epic anniversary issue you've been waiting for is finally here! Back in Sonic #50, Sonic managed to win against his arch-rival, Dr. Robotnik. In Sonic #175, the... Archie Comic Publications http://www.archiecomics.com





SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #200
200th ISSUE SPECTACULAR "Turnabout is Fair Play": The epic anniversary issue you've been waiting for is finally here! Back in Sonic #50, Sonic managed to win against his arch-rival, Dr. Robotnik. In Sonic #175, the doctor got his revenge! Now they duel for the fate of the world! Will freedom come to Mobius? Or will the Eggman Empire rule forever more? Place your bets - but be ready for the startling conclusion! Don't miss this cranium-creasing, brain-bending, mind-blowing saga!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn PENCILES Tracy Yardley! INKS: Jim Amash Dimension-crossing cover by Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante
Shipping Date: May 6th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: May 13th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: May 26th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US]]>