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We’ve known for a little while that Sonic comics scribe Ian Flynn has at least been informed about Sonic Prime’s production since before it was publicly announced. We now have a better idea as to the extent of his involvement in the show’s production, thanks to a tweet by Man of Action writer and artist Duncan Rouleau.
He confirmed that Flynn has been consulting on the project and “has been invaluable.” This confirms that, at the very least, Man of Action is actively seeking input from creators who have experience with the franchise. Here’s hoping that bodes well for Sonic Prime’s quality!
Sonic Prime is being produced by Man of Action and Wildbrain, and is expected to hit Netflix sometime next year. Thanks goes to Alex Hedgefox over on our Discord server for the news tip!
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IDW have released the full preview for Sonic the Hedgehog #45, and we’re on the road to a big milestone for the comic…quite literally in this case! Amy is taking Tangle, Jewel and Belle on a well-needed girls-only break. But peace and tranquillity aren’t on the cards as tensions run high, and a tarot reading from Amy only exacerbates the situation with some very unsettling outcomes. Can the girls settle things down before this fiery situation gets out of hand? This is “Trial by Fire”; part 1.
(W) Evan Stanley (A/CA) Evan Stanley The ROAD TO #50 starts here! Enjoy a TEN-ISSUE long adventure leading up to the EPIC SHOWDOWN in milestone issue #50. ROAD TRIP!!! The girls; Amy, Jewel, Tangle, and Belle, are heading off on a well-deserved camping trip. Between Dr. Eggman, Dr. Starline, and the Deadly Six, life has been a bit stressful, so they hope rest and relaxation will bring them some peace. Unfortunately… tensions are high and Amy’s fortune card readings leave everyone feeling confused. Can the girls extinguish the awkwardness before it burns out of control? Find out in “TRIAL BY FIRE,” part one by Evan Stanley. In Shops: Oct 13, 2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #45 is out October 13th at all good digital and physical comic suppliers. Pack your bags, because we’re officially on the road to #50!
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The second part of Sonic Colors Ultimate’s promotional web comic has been released. You can check it out below:
This appears to be the end of this little project. What did you think? Would you like to see more Sonic web comics from SEGA?
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The preview has been released for Sonic the Hedgehog #43! Sonic and the restoration efforts are backed against the wall as the Zeti set their sites on the headquarters! Can they fend them off long enough for aid to catch up, or will the Deadly Six finally claw something for themselves? And just what is happening while this is going on? This is “Zeti Hunt”: part 3.
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Adam Bryce Thomas (CA) Thomas Rothlisberger SONIC THE HEDGEHOG VS. SIX DEADLY ZETI! Who will win the battle?! Find out in the action-packed “Zeti Hunt,” part three! It’s all hands on deck as Sonic and friends struggle to defend the newly rebuilt Restoration HQ from the Deadly Six.
Sonic the Hedgehog #43 is released tomorrow, September 1st. Make sure you pick it up, things are going to be ramping up pretty soon!
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It looks like Sonic Colors Ultimate is getting more than just a web series: Sonic’s Japanese Twitter account has released a three page web comic! At the moment, the comic is only available in Japanese, but Kazuyuki Hoshino has confirmed that an English translation will be released soon. This web comic is considered “episode 1,” so there will be more.
We’ll be sure to update this post with the English translation when it becomes available! Until then, check out the web comic below:
UPDATE: We’ve now got English pages!
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The names of the mysterious new characters in IDW’s Sonic spinoff ‘Imposter Syndrome’ has been revealed, thanks to the publication of an advance preview magazine showcasing the upcoming miniseries. Say hello to Surge the Tenrec and Kit the Fennec.
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If you caught this year’s Free Comic Book Day issue of IDW’s Sonic the Hedgehog, it featured a panel noting the the upcoming clash between Dr. Eggman and Dr. Starline, and significantly, an upcoming 4-part mini-series titled “Sonic: Imposter Syndrome.”
New miniseries announced in Sonic The Hedgehog FCBD 2021.
“Catch up on all Sonic’s adventures and join him every month in Sonic The Hedgehog!
And don’t miss Drs. Eggman and Starline’s plans come to a head on the road to “Battle for the empire” running in Sonic #45-49 and pic.twitter.com/W1U2tZuvNm
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Comic Sonic is no stranger to impersonators across his many series, but hey, maybe this series will address his conflicts with insecurity and self-worth. Why are you really running Sonic? As fast as you are, you can’t run away from yourself.
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The full preview has been revealed for Sonic the Hedgehog #42, and if you thought this would be a straightforward scrap you can think again! Zavok has reunited with the rest of the Deadly Six and they’re out to cause mayhem. Jewel, now leader of the Restoration, has brought in Sonic, Tails and the Chaotix to interfere with their fun and stop the destruction! But they’re not the only wedge in the works; Dr Starline has taken fascination in a certain puppet, and him learning the secrets of the Tinker creations would be no fun for anyone! This is “Zeti Hunt”; part 2.
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Adam Bryce Thomas (CA) Priscilla Tramontano Zeti Hunt, part two! Now that Zavok has his pack, it’s time for them to make a big move. But Jewel the Beetle, newly appointed Restoration leader, has called on Sonic, Tails, and the Chaotix to run interference. Will they be able to stop the Zeti and make it home in time for spaghetti!? In Shops: Jul 21, 2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #42 will be available from all good comic retailers tomorrow, July 21st. If you want to make sure you’re up to date with the building mystery (and maybe even watch some lovable detectives get into shenanigans), give this issue a look!
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As if we needed any more reason to be excited about IDW’s Sonic 30th Anniversary comic, we now have a high quality version of the one-shot comic’s cover artwork. And it beautifully references the PAL box art of the original Mega Drive Sonic the Hedgehog box art.
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Sonic’s legacy in comics is almost as old as his legacy in games. From 1991 onward, Sonic’s stories have been depicted in sequential art, from one-shots to decades-spanning series. From a little promo comic to IDW, and with three different series from three different companies running at the franchise’s height of popularity in the 90s, the breadth and length of Sonic’s comic legacy is nearly unmatched in the video game space.
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As if everything announced for Sonic’s big 3-0 already wasn’t enough, IDW have released the preview for the special one-off issue celebrating the Blue Blur’s birthday!
This special packs three stories in its pages! First up is the tried and true Chaos Emerald hunt in “Seasons of Chaos”; when the Chaos Emeralds suddenly crop up in random places, it’s up to Sonic, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Mighty and Ray to gather them all up before the bad guys can get a hold of them. But this is an anniversary special, so you know it won’t be just Eggman and Metal Sonic’s faces they run into!
Speaking of whom, the second story turns the spotlight onto the old man himself, since it’s also his birthday! But how does a despicable man like Eggman celebrate his birthday? His Badniks may be the only ones with the answer to that! This is “Dr Eggman’s Birthday”, written by The Babysitters Club author Gale Galligan.
And finally, the third story…is being kept secret for the preview! We know it’s being written by the McElroy Brothers, but you’ll have to read the comic to find out what goes on. Let’s hope it doesn’t drive you up the wall!
(W) Ian Flynn, Gale Galligan, Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Travis McElroy (A) Aaron Hammerstrom, Reggie Graham, Mauro FoNSEca, Thomas Rothlisberger After 30 years of going fast, it’s time for fans to celebrate the speediest hedgehog of all time! It’s an unbelievable birthday celebration for Sonic the Hedgehog with his first Classic Sonic special! First, in “Seasons of Chaos” by longtime Sonic scribe Ian Flynn and artists Aaron Hammerstrom & Reggie Graham, Sonic goes on an adventure from pleasant spring valleys to wintry wonderlands in search of the Chaos Emeralds. But Sonic’s not alone, with a little help from his friends Miles “Tails” Prower, Knuckles the Echidna, Amy Rose, Mighty the Armadillo, and Ray the Flying Squirrel, they’ll race, fight, and fly their way to victory against the baddest of baddies! Then, in “Dr. Eggman’s Birthday”, the vile, villainous Dr. Eggman takes center stage in a story written by New York Times bestseller Gale Galligan (The Babysitters Club)! And how does the bad doctor celebrate the occasion? Only his Badniks know for sure… Finally, in “TITLE TBD”, XXXXXXXX! Written by the hosts of My Brother, My Brother, and Me, The Adventure Zone, and New York Times bestsellers, the McElroy Brothers! Grab a slice of chili dog cake and don’t get left in the dust on the most way past cool book of the year! In Shops: Jun 23, 2021 SRP: $8.99
The Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special is out tomorrow, June 23rd, just in time for the big day. This bumper pack of goodies makes the perfect accompaniment to the Birthday celebrations, so make sure you get your copy!
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IDW are continuing the steam for Sonic’s 30th birthday, as the newest batch of previews they’ve released includes Sonic the Hedgehog #41! In the start of a brand new arc, The Deadly Six are still at large and causing havoc. Both Sonic and Eggman are on their tail, and the Chaotix have even been brought in by Jewel to help stop the monsters! But they’re not the only ones after them; Zavok, pride wounded, wants to enact revenge, and getting the band back together is just the first step! This is “Zeti Hunt”; part 1.
(W) Ian Flynn (A/CA) Adam Bryce Thomas The Deadly Six are still on the loose and attacking towns. Jewel the Beetle recruits Sonic’s friends the Chaotix to find and stop the monsters, but Zavok is looking for his minions, too-he’s angrier than ever and wants to reunite. The Chaotix will have to act quickly to outsmart the Deadly Six! In Shops: Jun 16, 2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #41 is out in all good comic retailers tomorrow, June 16th. Keep the celebrations going, make sure you don’t miss the start of a new action-packed story, and pick this one up!
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The latest previews have been revealed by IDW, and this issue concludes Eggman’s diabolical testing. Tangle has managed to suss out the trap tower, and has jumped in to save Sonic, Tails and Amy from the most dangerous hybrid robots in Eggman’s twisted arsenal. Can they escape the tower in one piece? And what of Belle, who has her own ghouls to face when she comes across an old…”friend” from her past? This is “Test Run”; part 4.
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #40 Tangle to the rescue! The brave lemur has jumped into the battle to save Sonic, Amy, and Tails from falling victim to Dr. Eggman’s latest experiment. Belle has a different kind of battle when she comes face-to-face with an old friend. Will the gang be able to escape unharmed? Find out in Evan Stanley’s epic conclusion to “Test Run”!(W) Evan Stanley (A) Evan Stanley (CA) Dan Schoening In Shops: 6/9/2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #40 is due to be released in all good physical and digital retailers tomorrow, June 9th. With important revelations guaranteed to be around the corner, you won’t want to miss this explosive conclusion!
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The retail incentive covers for IDW’s “Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special” have been revealed, and they’ll mark the return of a legend: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziente, once one of the most prolific Sonic artists around, is returning! The cover is reminiscent to Spaziente’s Sonic Archives covers:
Spaziente isn’t the only legend doing a cover though, as Tyson Hesse is doing the special’s other retail incentive cover:
According to Ian Flynn, longtime writer of the Sonic comics, Spaz’s return “just the tip of the iceberg,” for IDW’s 30th anniversary plans. Yesterday, IDW itself revealed that they had a major announcement in store early next month.
What does IDW have in store for us? Stay tuned!
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Finally. We’ve all waited nearly six months for a morsel of information on what SEGA may be planning to celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog’s 30th Anniversary. For a character best known for his lightning-fast speed, updates have been almost-controversially slow. But yesterday, SEGA revealed a special livestream taking place on May 27th focusing on Sonic announcements and news. So, what could they have lined up?
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News is great, ain’t it? We‘ve got a lot of that today. As the headline says: IDW has something “big” to reveal early next month. The reveal came via a tweet, in response to Sonic trending in the aftermath of the announcement of Thursday’s Sonic Central event.
Given the company already regularly does Sonic mini series, Sonic annuals, and has already revealed their upcoming Free Comic Book Day and Sonic 30th Anniversary issues…something “big” would probably need to be something beyond all that.
Given how scant the news is, I’ll venture to speculate…that something “big” would likely be a new monthly series, or a new mini series/limited series that goes beyond the scope of the previous mini series. I hesitate to speculate much further than that, lest I get people’s hopes up, but I would personally love to see them revisit previous Sonic comic continuities, though I certainly wouldn’t bet on this.
Early June is less than a week away, so we’ll know soon enough.
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After missing out the April window, the full preview for Sonic the Hedgehog has finally been revealed, and things are twisting even further in this tower of terror! Sonic, Tails and Amy are still trying to make their way out of Eggman’s elaborate trap, but the further they get the more diabolical tests they’re subjected to. Meanwhile, Tangle and Belle are still trying to assist from the outside. What they don’t know is that they’ve managed to get control of the tower, and that’s just making things worse! This is “Test Run”; part 3.
(W) Evan Stanley (A) Evan Stanley (CA) Abby Bulmer Report: Test subjects S, A, and T are responding very well to experiments. Proceeding to phase three. Sonic, Amy, and Tails are still stuck in Eggman’s evil tower and being subjected to his increasingly crazy tests. It doesn’t help that Tangle and Belle have unknowingly begun controlling the tower and are making it impossible for their friends to escape! Everyone’s limits are pushed as they try to make it out in time in “Test Run,” part three! In Shops: May 12, 2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #39 is out in all good comic retailers tomorrow, May 12th. With the recent attention the IDW cast have gotten, now would be a good time to catch up on their perilous exploits!
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At their Wondercon 2021 panel, IDW showed some interior art from the book. Check it out in the gallery below:
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IDW has released a pre-recorded panel featuring their writers, artists, and the comic’s editor. Check it out in the embed below:
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The full preview has been released for Sonic the Hedgehog #38, and it’s getting a bit topsy-turvy in here. Sonic, Tails and Amy have managed to find an Eggman Base inside the mysterious tower, but this is no cake walk! Logic goes out the window as the heroes encounter illusions and obstacles with every new room explored. Can they traverse the place in one piece? Meanwhile, Tangle and Belle have also found their way to the base, but they get the behind-the-curtain view as they run into trouble from the robots controlling things and more tower trickery! This is “Test Run”; part 2.
(W) Evan Stanley (A) Adam Bryce Thomas (CA) Matt Herms Houston, there appears to be two hedgehogs and a fox floating through space… Sonic, Amy, and Tails are stuck in a mysterious new Eggman base. Each room holds a challenging surprise and the hallways don’t make any sense! Can they find out how to escape unharmed? Meanwhile, Tangle and Belle sneak in to find the bots running the show and stumble into some trouble! In Shops: Mar 24, 2021 SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog is out at all good comic retailers tomorrow, March 24th. Tricks and traps await you when you tag along for this one!
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IDW have released their solicits for June, which means more exciting news on upcoming Sonic comics! First, Sonic the Hedgehog #42 sees Zavok having brought the Deadly Six back together, and planning to make a move that will undoubtedly not go down well for the heroes! Jewel has called on Sonic, Tails and the Chaotix to interfere with whatever they have brewing, but will their team-up be enough to stop the Zeti? This is “Zeti Hunt”; part 2.
Sonic the Hedgehog #42—Cover A: Priscilla Tramontano Ian Flynn (w) • Adam Bryce Thomas (a) • Priscilla Tramontano (c) “Zeti Hunt,” part two! Now that Zavok has his pack, it’s time for them to make a big move. But Jewel the Beetle, newly appointed Restoration leader, has called on Sonic, Tails, and the Chaotix to run interference. Will they be able to stop the Zeti and make it home in time for spaghetti!? FC • 32 pages • $3.99 Sonic the Hedgehog #42—Cover B: Abby Bulmer Ian Flynn (w) • Adam Bryce Thomas (a) • Abby Bulmer (c) *Retailer incentives: Order 10 copies and get one free variant cover by Nathalie Fourdraine!
In addition to this, there’s more information on the Sonic 30th Anniversary Comic celebration, with a special being released in time for his birthday! Have you wanted to see longtime Sonic comic writer Ian Flynn show the classic heroes together on a quest for the Chaos Emeralds? Does the idea of Eggman celebrating his birthday from ‘The Babysitters Club’ author Gale Gilligan interest you? Did you desire for a story from the McElroy Brothers about Sonic learning to drive? All topped off with art from a slew of excellent artists, and covers by the likes of Sonic Team and Tyson Hesse? As oddly specific as some of those are, this one-shot special has you covered!
Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special—Cover A: Sonic Team—Gem of the Month Ian Flynn; Gale Galligan; Justin, Travis, and Griffin McElroy (w) •Aaron Hammerstrom & Reggie Graham, Mauro Fosenca, Thomas Rothlisberger (a) • Sonic Team (c) After 30 years of going fast, it’s time for fans to celebrate the speediest hedgehog of all time! It’s an unbelievable birthday celebration for Sonic the Hedgehog with his first Classic Sonic special! First, in “Seasons of Chaos” by longtime Sonic scribe Ian Flynn and artists Aaron Hammerstrom & Reggie Graham, Sonic goes on an adventure from pleasant spring valleys to wintry wonderlands in search of the Chaos Emeralds. But Sonic’s not alone, with a little help from his friends Miles “Tails” Prower, Knuckles the Echidna, Amy Rose, Mighty the Armadillo, and Ray the Flying Squirrel, they’ll race, fight, and fly their way to victory against the baddest of baddies! Then, in “Dr. Eggman’s Birthday,” the vile, villainous Dr. Eggman takes center stage in a story written by New York Times bestseller Gale Galligan (The Babysitters Club)! And how does the bad doctor celebrate the occasion? Only his Badniks know for sure… Finally, in “Sonic Learns to Drive,” Sonic’s up against a tough challenge: Driving! When the fastest thing alive can outrun any car, will Sonic have the patience to learn… or will he finally get left in the dust? Written by the hosts of My Brother, My Brother, and Me, The Adventure Zone, and New York Times bestsellers, the McElroy Brothers! Grab a slice of chili dog cake and don’t get left in the dust on the most way past cool book of the year! FC • 80 pages • $8.99 Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special—Cover B: Christina-Antoinette Neofotistou—Gem of the Month Ian Flynn; Gale Galligan; Justin, Travis, and Griffin McElroy (w) •Aaron Hammerstrom & Reggie Graham, Mauro Fosenca, Thomas Rothlisberger (a) • Christina-Antoinette Neofotistou (c) *Retailer incentives: Order 10 copies and get one free variant cover by Patrick Spaziante! Order 25 copies and get one free variant cover by Tyson Hesse!
Sonic’s birthday is certainly shaping up to be jam-packed, with both of these issues slated for June. As always, we will have more info on them closer to their release, so stay tuned to see what’s in store for the big 3-0!
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This year is a year of anniversaries for Sonic in more ways then one, because not only is the franchise itself turning 30, but Ian Flynn’s first published Sonic work, Archie Sonic #160, turns 15. This means that Flynn has now been writing comics for roughly half of the franchise’s entire lifespan, and the time between his first comic, and his next IDW story arc starting later this year, is roughly the same amount of time as between Sonic 1 and Sonic 2006. Yes, that makes folks like myself who remember when they picked up #160 feel rather old!
Since his debut, Ian Flynn has written well over 200 Sonic comics across five ongoing series, alongside a selection of mini-series and one-shots, as well as a couple of Sonic Boom episodes. This gives him the largest body of work of any Sonic writer.
Flynn had been applying for years to the Sonic comic before he was finally brought on. Both he and artist Tracy Yardley! were given a chance to work on the comic by then-editor of the book, Mike Pellerito. Yardley debuted a bit earlier than Flynn in Sonic X #5. Their first story, “See Ya Later Chao,” was written and drawn in 2005, though wouldn’t make it into the book until years later. Though initially not brought on in that capacity, Ian Flynn soon became the head writer of the Archie Sonic book, writing the bulk of the stories from his debut issue on.
Flynn and Yardley!’s debut story, “Birthday Bash,” was a two-part storyline that turned “Evil Sonic” into Scourge the Hedgehog, briefly brought back old school Archie badniks Octobot and Crocbot as a strange fused monstrosity, and also introduced fan favorites Bean the Duck and Bark the Polar Bear as money-grubbing mercs for hire. This duo’s opening chapter would be the first of many, as Yardley became a fairly consistent presence in the Archie books for years. Both Flynn and Yardley would hone their craft over time, introducing bigger and better stories with better art.
On a more personal note, 160 was my big jumping-back-on point for the comics, after dropping them twice in the past. I never dropped them again after this. It’s not an exaggeration to say that Flynn and Yardley significantly redefined how the comics looked and read for the rest of their run. As someone who loved their work, and thought they only got better with time, I was quite content with that.
What are your experiences with Ian Flynn and Tracy Yardley!’s work? Did you pick up #160? Have you ever read that or any other part of Flynn’s Archie run? Let us know in the comments!
I’ve got at least one article in the work about Ian Flynn’s Archie run, in commemoration of this anniversary, so stay tuned for that!
Unfortunately, it does not appear that issue #160 has been reprinted in any capacity, but other Flynn stories from #162 onward were reprinted in the Sonic Sagas collection, which can still be found on Amazon.
Special Note: Tracy Yardley!’s pen name ends with an exclamation point. I thought it fitting to include it here.
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Hot on the heels of the reveal of Classic Sonic’s Free Comic Book Day comic, IDW has revealed that they are releasing a 96 page hard cover graphic novel featuring the classic version of the blue blur! Called “Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Celebration: The Deluxe Edition,” the graphic novel will feature writing from longtime Sonic scribe Ian Flynn, as well as Gale Galligan. It will also feature art from Aaron Hammerstrom and Reggie Graham.
The graphic novel’s main story, “Seasons of Chaos,” will be written by Ian Flynn. It centers around Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy Rose, Mighty the Armadillo, and Ray the Flying Squirrel as they venture through season-inspired zones in search of the the Chaos Emeralds. The story will also feature other unnamed “special guests.”
The graphic novel will also feature “bonus stories” from some of Sonic’s “biggest fans,” as well as loads of bonus content.
The graphic novel will be released on October 5th for $19.99. Check out the official synopsis and cover, provided by Penguin Random House, below:
Celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog’s way past cool 30th birthday!
The classic character comes to life in all-new adventures inspired by the original 2D games and he’s not alone! Join Sonic the Hedgehog, Miles “Tails” Prower, Knuckles the Echidna, Amy Rose, Mighty the Armadillo, Ray the Flying Squirrel, and even more special guests as they travel through zones inspired by the seasons in search of Chaos Emeralds! It’s a hilarious and hectic race against the clock in “Seasons of Chaos” by longtime Sonic writer Ian Flynn! Plus bonus stories by some of Sonic the Hedgehog’s biggest fans and tons of bonus content celebrating the blue blur!
This special anniversary collection is the perfect piece of pop culture memorabilia for all Sonic fans
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Sonic has had a presence at Free Comic Day for well over a decade now, but this year IDW will be using the occasion to celebrate Sonic’s 30th anniversary with a comic featuring Classic Sonic!
Revealed today as part of this year’s complete FCBD line-up, the issue’s cover features classic Sonic characters. Whether this is a wholly original story or just a free version of the upcoming Classic Sonic mini series is currently unknown. Instead of its usual “first Saturday of May” date, this year’s FCBD is scheduled for August 14. For a list of participating comic stores and featured comics, check out the FCBD website here.
Check out the full cover below:
At the moment, the FCBD website gives no further information on the issue, including who is writing it and who drew the cover. Stay tuned to Sonic Stadium for all the latest!
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There’s a Sonic panel happening this month, but not the one that may immediately come to your mind. On March 26th, an hour-long IDW Sonic panel is being held for Sonic comic news.
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Ian Flynn may no longer be the lead writer of IDW’s Sonic comic, but that doesn’t mean he’s going anywhere! Flynn is set to return for a four issue arc, “Zeti Hunt,” which will see the Chaotix racing to track down the Zeti before their leader, Zavok, can find them. This reveal comes mere months after the completion of Flynn’s “Sonic Bad Guys” mini series.
When asked why he used the Zeti so frequently, Flynn had this to say: “I like mining untapped potential. Plus they’re a lingering plot point from Metal Virus. Need to clean up after myself.”
His return isn’t surprising. Flynn revealed last year that while Evan Stanley was now the lead writer, he still had some stories lined up in the main book.
“Zeti Hunt” is set to begin with Issue #41, after Stanley’s upcoming arc “Test Run,” set to start next week
Check out the cover and solicitation below:
Cover A: Adam Bryce Thomas | Ian Flynn (w) • Adam Bryce Thomas (a & c)
Ian Flynn returns for a four-part arc “Zeti Hunt”!
The Deadly Six are still on the loose and attacking towns. Jewel the Beetle recruits Sonic’s friends the Chaotix to find and stop the Zeti, but Zavok of the Deadly Six is looking for his minions, too—he’s angrier than ever and wants to reunite. The Chaotix will have to act quickly to outsmart the Deadly Six!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99 Sonic the Hedgehog #41
—Cover B: Jonathan Gray
Ian Flynn (w) • Adam Bryce Thomas (a) • Jonathan Gray & Reggie Graham (c)
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Looks like New Comic Info Day has come a little early, as solicitations for the next upcoming Sonic IDW comic – Issue 40 – has been released to the media, along with not-quite finished line work of one of the edition’s planned cover art. Check it all out below!
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Sonic comic writer and artist Evan Stanley has just revealed her alternate cover for IDW’s Issue #37, which depicts Tangle and Belle running headlong into some new adventure, while the blue blur, Amy and Tails look at… something, with expressions of mild trepidation. Check it out below:
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The full preview for Sonic the Hedgehog #36 has been released, and it’s all hands on deck to stop Dr Starline in this issue. He’s set up an avalanche that Sonic needs to somehow avert to save the guests of White Park!
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Nearly a month after its (now deleted) announcement, we still don’t know much about the Sonic Netflix series. Technically, it hasn’t even been officially announced! Nevertheless, we now at least know one thing it won’t be: an adaptation of the IDW Sonic comic series.
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IDW have revealed their newest comic releases, and there’s some variety coming up in the Sonic comic scene! Firstly, Sonic the Hedgehog #39 sees Sonic, Tails and Amy still at the mercy of Eggman’s Trap Tower, and the tests are just getting more and more deadly! Tangle and Belle are still trying to aid the heroes, but unbeknownst to them by taking control of the tower they’re the reason they can’t escape! Is there a way of solving the puzzle they’re just not seeing, and will their wits last long enough to work it out? Find out in “Test Run”; part 3.
(W) Evan Stanley (A) Evan Stanley (CA) Abby Bulmer Report: Test subjects S, A, and T are responding very well to experiments. Proceeding to phase three. Sonic, Amy, and Tails are still stuck in Eggman’s evil tower and being subjected to his increasingly crazy tests. It doesn’t help that Tangle and Belle have unknowingly begun controlling the tower and are making it impossible for their friends to escape! Everyone’s limits are pushed as they try to make it out in time in “Test Run,” part three! In Shops: Mar 31, 2021 SRP: $3.99
On the more prestigious end of the scale, the definitive collection of older IDW Sonic stories finally has a release date! In Sonic the Hedgehog: IDW Collection Volume 1, you can relive the first arc of the series as Sonic meets old and new faces as the restoration efforts kick off, runs into a moral dilemma when he squares off with Shadow, and finds out what threats are lurking in the aftermath of the war, prepared to strike at any sign of a weakness. In addition, this isn’t a regular trade paperback, this is a proper hardcover edition which will make for a fantastic present for a beginner to the comic series!
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley, Adam Bryce Thomas, Jennifer Hernandez (A/CA) Evan Stanley Oversized hardcover editions of the celebrated Sonic the Hedgehog comics, including the ongoing series, annuals, and mini-series, all presented in recommended reading order. Everything a beginner could need, everything a diehard could want! ON YOUR MARKS. GET SET. GO! The adventure begins here as Sonic races to protect the world from bad guys old and new! In the aftermath of his latest battle with Dr. Eggman, rogue robots are on the loose and new foes are on the rise. But where is the evil doctor and what secrets will Sonic discover during his search? One thing’s for sure: he’ll need plenty of help from Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and new allies Tangle the Lemur and Whisper the Wolf. Plus, he’ll have to deal with a little competition-from his old frenemy Shadow the Hedgehog! It’s an epic storyline Sonic fans can’t miss, so don’t get left in the dust. Gotta go fast! In Shops: Jun 09, 2021 SRP: $59.99
Sonic the Hedgehog #39 is currently slated for release in March, while you’ll have to wait a little longer for Sonic IDW Collection Volume 1 which is set for a June release. In any case, we’ll have more on both of these closer to the time of their release!
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IDW have released their full preview for Sonic the Hedgehog: Bad Guys #4, and it’s all hands on deck for all the villains in this action-packed finale! Dr. Starline and his treacherous team have just about managed to last long enough to get their hands on the powers they were after all along. Starline’s plan is in his grasp! But Eggman’s not going to let them get away with this, so he’s setting his sights on them with no mercy. Will Eggman wipe out his potential threats…or will they wipe each out first? Find out in “No Honour Among Thieves”!
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Jack Lawrence (CA) Aaron HammerstromDr. Eggman vs. the Bad Guys! Astonishingly, Dr. Starline’s managed to hold together his motley crew of criminals long enough to almost achieve his goal and see his plan to fruition. Unfortunately, when Dr. Eggman gets wind of their activities, he sets his sights on them. Will the Bad Guys stay together to scramble Eggman or will they crack? Find out in “No Honor Among Thieves,” the thrilling conclusion to Sonic the Hedgehog: Bad Guys!In Shops: Dec 23, 2020SRP: $3.99
Sonic the Hedgehog: Bad Guys #4 came out December 23rd in comic shops and on digital platforms. If you’ve got some last minute Christmas shopping to do, what better to treat yourself with than seeing this explosive finale!
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