Sonic the Hedgehog
Creation & Design
Sonic was created by Sega as a mascot to compete with Nintendo's Mario. His design was intended to be cool and appealing to a younger audience.Early Years
Sonic made his debut in the video game 'Sonic the Hedgehog' in 1991, quickly becoming a cultural icon and leading to various adaptations, including comic books.Character Development
Over the years, Sonic has evolved from a simple video game character into a multifaceted hero with a rich backstory, friendships, and a commitment to fighting for justice.Cultural Reception
Sonic has been widely received as a beloved character, praised for his speed and attitude, becoming a staple in gaming culture.Character Details
Real Name:
Sonic
Aliases:
The Blue Blur, Sonic the Hedgehog
Species:
Hedgehog
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Freedom Fighters, Team Sonic
Abilities:
Super Speed, Spin Dash, Agility
Equipment:
Sonic's Shoes, Chaos Emeralds
Weight:
77lbs
Height:
2' 11"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blue
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1st appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog in a comic book
1st cover appearance of Dr. Robotnik
Prototype of Tails, what appears to be a female character
Promotional mini-comic publicizing the release of the 1991 Sega Genesis game (distribution channel unknown, not Mean Machine or Disney Adventures magazines)
20-pages, glossy cover, approximately 7 inches from top to bottom
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1st appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog in a comic book
1st cover appearance of Dr. Robotnik
Prototype of Tails, what appears to be a female character
Promotional mini-comic publicizing the release of the 1991 Sega Genesis game (distribution channel unknown, not Mean Machine or Disney Adventures magazines)
20-pages, glossy cover, approximately 7 inches from top to bottom
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16-page promotional insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page promotional insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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16-page Sonic the Hedgehog comic insert included in multiple DC publications, often removed and sold erroneously as a rarer issuance
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2nd appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog
1st appearance of Tails
Mini-comic distributed with the Sega video game
8-page preview of Sonic the Hedgehog #0 (1993)
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2nd appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog
1st appearance of Tails
Mini-comic distributed with the Sega video game
8-page preview of Sonic the Hedgehog #0 (1993)
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Premiere issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog limited series
2nd appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog
1st appearance of Tails
A preview of this issue was included in the Sonic the Hedgehog Sega video game
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Premiere issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog limited series
2nd appearance of Sonic the Hedgehog
1st appearance of Tails
A preview of this issue was included in the Sonic the Hedgehog Sega video game
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Second issue of the first Sonic limited series
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Third issue in the first Sonic the Hedgehog four-issue limited series
This series begins with issue #0
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Third issue in the first Sonic the Hedgehog four-issue limited series
This series begins with issue #0
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Final issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog limited series
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Final issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog limited series
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Premiere issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog ongoing series
Check interior for Sonic The Hedgehog cut-out bumper stickers to make certain the issue is complete
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Premiere issue of the first Sonic the Hedgehog ongoing series
Check interior for Sonic The Hedgehog cut-out bumper stickers to make certain the issue is complete
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Mean Machines edition
Reprint of Sonic the Hedgehog's first appearance included with Mean Machines #16 (January 2024) published in the United Kingdom
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Mean Machines edition
Reprint of Sonic the Hedgehog's first appearance included with Mean Machines #16 (January 2024) published in the United Kingdom
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Marvel and DC characters implied on the cover
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1st appearance of Amy Rose
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1st appearance of Knuckles the Echidna in a U.S. comic, a character initially introduced in the third Sonic the Hedgehog video game
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1st appearance of Knuckles the Echidna in a U.S. comic, a character initially introduced in the third Sonic the Hedgehog video game
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The first mini-series featuring a character spun-off from the Sonic the Hedgehog Universe
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The first mini-series featuring a character spun-off from the Sonic the Hedgehog Universe
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1st appearance of Pseudo-Sonic
Cover art inspired by Flash #123 (1961)
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1st appearance of Pseudo-Sonic
Cover art inspired by Flash #123 (1961)
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1st appearance of Metal Sonic, referred to as Mecha Sonic but later retconned as the original and different than the character who first appears in Sonic the Hedgehog #39
1st appearance of Amy Rose in a U.S. comic
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1st appearance of Metal Sonic, referred to as Mecha Sonic but later retconned as the original and different than the character who first appears in Sonic the Hedgehog #39
1st appearance of Amy Rose in a U.S. comic
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1st appearance of Mecha-Sonic
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1st appearance of Krakkl, a Sonic the Hedgehog inspired imaginary friend that Wally West had as a child
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1st appearance of Krakkl, a Sonic the Hedgehog inspired imaginary friend that Wally West had as a child
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Official crossover appearance by Image characters: Spawn, Maxx, Savage Dragon, Shadowhawk and others
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Official crossover appearance by Image characters: Spawn, Maxx, Savage Dragon, Shadowhawk and others
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Two-part crossover of Sonic the Hedgehog appearing with Sabrina the Teenage Witch
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Two-part crossover of Sonic the Hedgehog appearing with Sabrina the Teenage Witch
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Two-part crossover of Sabrina the Teenage Witch appearing with Sonic the Hedgehog
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Two-part crossover of Sabrina the Teenage Witch appearing with Sonic the Hedgehog
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Copies ordered by retailers: 4,530
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Copies ordered by retailers: 4,962
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Back-up story featuring Tails
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Scarce
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10th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog ongoing comic
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10th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog ongoing comic
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Copies ordered by retailers: 5,507
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Sally breaks up with Sonic
Copies ordered by retailers: 7,362
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #50
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Sally breaks up with Sonic
Copies ordered by retailers: 7,362
Cover art inspired by The Amazing Spider-Man #50
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1st appearance of Silver the Hedgehog, a hero from the future
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1st appearance of Silver the Hedgehog, a hero from the future
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Final issue
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Variant cover art by T. Rex
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One-shot issue, 25th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise
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One-shot issue, 25th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise
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Final issue published by Archie
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,501As of Nov 2023 there are ten total copies on the census, and only two in 9.8
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Final issue published by Archie
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,501As of Nov 2023 there are ten total copies on the census, and only two in 9.8
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Variant cover art by Tracy Yardley
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IDW begins publishing Sonic the Hedgehog comics
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Variant cover art by Edwin Huang
Tidewater 2018 convention exclusive, given away to VIP attendees
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Variant cover art by Edwin Huang
Tidewater 2018 convention exclusive, given away to VIP attendees
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Variant cover art by Kieran Gates
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Variant cover art by Tyson Hesse
Limited edition, distributed with IDW Bundles on the SEGA Shop
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Variant cover art by Tyson Hesse
Limited edition, distributed with IDW Bundles on the SEGA Shop
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Variant foil cover art, limited to 2,000 copies
San Diego Comic Con 2018 exclusive
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Variant foil cover art, limited to 2,000 copies
San Diego Comic Con 2018 exclusive
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Variant foil-stamped cover by Adam Bryce Thomas
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Variant cover art by Jamal Peppers
Spencer's shop exclusive
Cover art inspired by the title screen of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game
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Variant cover art by Jamal Peppers
Spencer's shop exclusive
Cover art inspired by the title screen of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game
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1st appearance of Krkkzz Zappl, a Sonic the Hedgehog-inspired Green Lantern
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1st appearance of Krkkzz Zappl, a Sonic the Hedgehog-inspired Green Lantern
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Variant cover art by Reggie Graham and Jonathan Gray
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Variant cover art by Reggie Graham and Jonathan Gray
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Variant cover art by Evan Stanley, limited to 500 copies
2020 convention exclusive
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Variant cover art by Evan Stanley, limited to 500 copies
2020 convention exclusive
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Variant cover art by Ben Bates, limited to 300 copies
Sega Shop web exclusive
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Variant cover art by Ben Bates, limited to 300 copies
Sega Shop web exclusive
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One-shot celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog's introduction Sega Genesis video game introduction, released June 23, 1991
This issue went on-sale June 23, 2021
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One-shot celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog's introduction Sega Genesis video game introduction, released June 23, 1991
This issue went on-sale June 23, 2021
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Variant cover art by Pat Spaziante
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game that was released on June 23, 1991
This issue was published exactly 30 years after the game's release on the very same month and day
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Variant cover art by Pat Spaziante
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game that was released on June 23, 1991
This issue was published exactly 30 years after the game's release on the very same month and day
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Variant cover art by Tyson Hesse
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game that was released on June 23, 1991
This issue was published exactly 30 years after the game's release on the very same month and day
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Variant cover art by Tyson Hesse
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game that was released on June 23, 1991
This issue was published exactly 30 years after the game's release on the very same month and day
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