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Come one, come all! Here it is at long last, the ‘secret project’ you’ve all been waiting for is..... *drum roll*..... a new Sonic webcomic! *fanfare.... church bells ring*As you’ve probably guessed by now, this comic is a continuation of the original Sonic the Hedgehog comics before the “Worlds Collide” crossover. For a lot of you, this is a long time coming. Many readers can testify that the quality of Sonic comics has plunged narratively and (to some extent) artistically ever since the infamous reboot that wiped out most of the beloved characters inhabiting Mobius. It was an event from which the series never fully recovered, shackled by Sega’s mandates to make the story as bland and emotionally sterile as possible. To me, the final straw was the “Worlds Unite” crossover - intended purely as a marketing device in spite of a creative void. That’s when I got the idea for this story. I told myself one thing:
“If I want Sonic done right, I’ll just have to do it myself!”
So this is the result! I started working on the script back in September 2015. I wanted to write several issues in advance so that I have time to evaluate the narrative structure and make sure that themes and plot points are introduced early enough. (It was also during this time that I learned of the fan group Archie Sonic Online and their attempt to create a similar webcomic, but they’re following a different route for their story and we haven’t shared ideas.) Once I was assured of my script’s integrity, I started drawing the first issue in February. It’s been a difficult and exhausting year working on this in secret - especially since I didn’t have much personal art to share on my gallery during the interim - but I hope you find the wait worthwhile.
The main cover featured here was only completed last weekend. I wanted to gain more EXP drawing the pages before tackling something this complex. I’m a big fan of Drew Struzan’s artwork and I strived to paint my cover in the same style as his movie posters. (Coincidentally, my favourite Sonic cover is from issue #114, which is a parody of Struzan’s “Attack of the Clones” poster.) The Sonic comics are reputed for some memorable covers - mostly from Pat Spaz - so I wanted to do mine justice if I intend to continue the series during its heyday. I hope this conveys the scope and energy of the story and the first step towards rejuvenating the series with the depth, grit and heart it once had.
So here’s the schedule: Next Monday I’ll post the intro page + issue #1 cover, then I’ll upload one page every Monday thereafter.
Weekly updates gives me time to draw the next issue so that you don’t have to wait too long for its release. So stick around! This webcomic is a labour of love for one of my favourite comic series and an attempt to provide closure to longtime readers who want to see the loose ends of the original continuity tied up. What happened to Mecha Sally? What’s going on with the echidnas? Where did Bunnie go? How will the Freedom Fighters deal with Naugus and that mutated Tails Doll? All of these questions will be answered in “Sonic Retold”! Enjoy the read!
Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to contact Dreamworks about the film rights....
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Comments: 297
madquack64 [2019-01-08 00:00:34 +0000 UTC]
At least now the Archie storyline can have a proper conclusion. (Even though the books after they got to see what is like after the ending. But whatever I kinda want to see how they got there anyway.) So far I'm loving it and at least I get to see more of the only comic universe I actually cared about. (I'm still butthurt of it but how to cancel it and it was doing so well too. Think you,
Ken Panders. You unbearable dumbass!)
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DryIce53 [2018-12-14 03:34:44 +0000 UTC]
and sega uses the ultimate scythe and say: ultimate hollow gale...
and all character of archies comic form sally and least character of archie comic is death...
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PBJArts [2018-07-07 20:13:02 +0000 UTC]
This is the comic us Sonic fans deserve and need, not the repetitive gimmicky Post-Forces stuff from IDW.
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PBJArts In reply to glitcher [2018-07-07 22:05:38 +0000 UTC]
Too bad most of them just accepts the unexplained and mediocrity like that and defends flaws for the sake of it. Its why Sonic will never improve and stay great again. Sega inconsistencies, fans ignorance and also Penders ruining the comics line over some bogus copyright when he straight up pulled the same stunt creating Scourge; a glorified recolor of Sonic that begun the most disturbing trend in DA. XP
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SMDKFan [2018-06-17 04:42:25 +0000 UTC]
basically finishing what should have been done properly a long time ago I take. Sweet
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PBJArts In reply to SMDKFan [2018-07-07 23:11:56 +0000 UTC]
Yeah. Surely beats the crap out of IDW’s new line of LAME comics.
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Tabby-the-Silver-Fox [2018-05-25 00:20:31 +0000 UTC]
WOW. That cover looks like it took a lot of work! ^^ Great job on it!
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Tails-the-exe [2018-05-15 03:14:16 +0000 UTC]
Yay now we get to see all the people we lost, and what a crisis that whole “claim” thing was.
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uniqueness35 [2018-04-17 11:54:19 +0000 UTC]
This is a frigging movie poster, and I LOVE IT!!! Fantastic artwork, wonderfully inspired by Drew Struzan, brilliant layout of the characters that connect to their storylines, awesome color and contrast, and what else? Absolute perfection!
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Kendo64 [2018-04-09 01:17:58 +0000 UTC]
Never underestimate a fan's drive to save a franchise. Especially freakin SEGA. More power to you. This cover looks amazing by the way, but I'm sure you already know that.
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PBJArts In reply to Kendo64 [2018-07-07 21:18:03 +0000 UTC]
Yeah if only it worked for Mania which took 8 months and hundreds of millions of installed console/PC base but only sold 1 million copies. Yes, I was shocked too.
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TheTriforceMaster [2018-03-14 19:08:52 +0000 UTC]
I was wondering, at what point in the timeline does sonic retold pick up at? I'm assuming it's some point in endangered species.
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glitcher In reply to TheTriforceMaster [2018-03-14 23:13:01 +0000 UTC]
Did you read the next page?
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TheTriforceMaster In reply to glitcher [2018-03-14 23:19:31 +0000 UTC]
oh, the intro page. I'll be honest, I just skimmed it, more interested in getting to the comic. guess I should've payed more attention. sorry.
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oblivionhigh [2018-02-03 01:59:31 +0000 UTC]
This should be the remake or replacement for Sonic the Hedgehog '06.
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TheValefor [2018-01-26 19:45:51 +0000 UTC]
This is freaking Awesome!! Now I'm going to play devil's advocate and say that to me the reboot universe was decent, like the return of the black arms and Eclipse. The updated desings for the Freedom Fighters were amazing and it had good stories!
The Egg Army, their take on Sonic Unleashed, there are things to love about the Post-Super Genesis Wave continuity, but I'm still going to enjoy this AND the take of Archie Sonic Online, you should go and check it out!
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ThatOtherGuy19 In reply to ??? [2018-01-24 03:20:06 +0000 UTC]
I'll have something to enjoy while waiting for Tyson Heese and IDW to get there stuff together, thank you.
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DisneyEquestrian2012 [2018-01-02 07:04:42 +0000 UTC]
You continue the ORIGINAL Sonic Archie comic?! That is TOTALLY AWESOME!!!!
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TheAmazingGMan [2017-12-13 21:04:48 +0000 UTC]
I see A Star Wars inspiration with this cover
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AaronAmerican [2017-10-01 17:43:48 +0000 UTC]
This Cover is just as cool as the one for Star Wars.
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pokehero9 In reply to ??? [2017-09-25 17:01:56 +0000 UTC]
even thought penders wanted all that to stay
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DragonStar731 In reply to ??? [2017-09-12 21:03:35 +0000 UTC]
Movie Poster look of Sonic. Awesome!
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TimeturnerJasmy [2017-08-21 20:43:59 +0000 UTC]
I'm so glad I found this! The reboot pretty much destroyed my world when it happened, because I was so attached to all the ongoing storylines. I'm so glad that there are people who pick up the slack now. There is FinikArt with their brilliant "Heroes come back", which details the continued adventures of the Secret Freedom Fighters, and now I've found you, and your own take on the main team's exploits. This is so awesome!
Now I only need someone who continues the Dragon Kingdom storylines, and then I can die happy. ;D Just kidding, this is already more than I could've possibly asked for.
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PhoenixVolcan [2017-08-02 05:50:38 +0000 UTC]
“If I want Sonic done right, I’ll just have to do it myself!”
Well you're off to a good start with this kickass cover. I'll have to check this out
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LuckiNeko [2017-07-20 21:14:06 +0000 UTC]
Well there's a crossover fic. Featuring legend of korra and thundercats (2011) called the lord and the avatar!
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LuckiNeko In reply to ??? [2017-07-06 18:46:11 +0000 UTC]
I'm glad someone is keeping original Sonic Comics alive. Maybe You can u a Thundercats 2011 continuation, because we demanded a season 2 in comic form, maybe even revealing revamping supporting characters that we never get a chance to see in the Reboot like Willa and the warrior maidens , Mumm-Rana, Hachiman, Safari Joe , Lunataks, etc, etc. We need to see how the Thundercats end their quest to find the final power stone and to Defeat Mumm-Ra, and see Pumyra to get what's coming to her. Maybe Finding lion-o and future queen (personally I'm Lion-O/Willa shipper). I hope You have to courage to do it one day, but it's been too long. Please, this underappreciated hidden gem deserves a conclusion. But if you refuse to do that for any reason, I understand.
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glitcher In reply to LuckiNeko [2017-07-20 20:38:48 +0000 UTC]
Ha! I would love a conclusion to Thundercats as much as anyone. I'm just as disappointed that the cartoon was cancelled prematurely, leaving Lion-O's quest for the power stones in limbo. However, I have enough on my plate to deal with as it is and couldn't possibly devote the time to creating a separate comic for this. Maybe some day it will get done, but it won't be by me. I'll still be eager to read it.
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LuckiNeko In reply to glitcher [2017-07-20 20:54:31 +0000 UTC]
I understand, it's just that we rarely see any Thundercats fan projects recently because everyone's have been moved on ever since the show got cancelled, it's not fair..
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WouldNotTapThat In reply to ??? [2017-06-20 13:36:31 +0000 UTC]
Just found this stuff. Two words: FUCK. YES.
seriously I'm chuckling out of pure happiness rn omfg yes someone did it. I love you for this man don't stop with this, like, ever
this day will not be topped in a looong ass time haha, maybe there is justice is this world
oh boy this gon be gud
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thesonicandstarfan In reply to ??? [2017-05-01 02:33:42 +0000 UTC]
How many people said this look like star wars?
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glitcher In reply to thesonicandstarfan [2017-05-25 18:28:44 +0000 UTC]
By now I've lost count. Still, the reference to Drew Struzan's artwork was intentional and I'm glad people picked up on it.
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Cr1t1calHershey [2017-04-25 19:21:03 +0000 UTC]
DUUDDDE THIS IS AWESOMEEE *o*
just asking in advance, will Blaze be back? :3
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Jamisjon In reply to ??? [2017-03-31 22:49:53 +0000 UTC]
Wait in the middle left side is Julie-su riding a unicorn!?
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glitcher In reply to Jamisjon [2017-03-31 23:30:07 +0000 UTC]
Not a unicorn. It's Julie-Su's Streaking Pasha .
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Zeki-Tak [2017-03-23 14:05:06 +0000 UTC]
Awesome work. I myself am also working on a "retelling" of Sonic... or rather just a standalone story.
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OzGuyJSRL [2017-03-17 04:55:16 +0000 UTC]
Can we start associating this with the Sonic Forces theme? Please?
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Darkravenrose [2017-03-13 00:18:45 +0000 UTC]
I love you for this. I'm a huge fan of the Sonic comics before the reboot. I read all the way up and I couldn't stop smiling. Thank you so much for this and I can't believe I just now found out about this.
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TheDarkpokeone [2017-03-08 11:06:30 +0000 UTC]
First of all this is going to be very sweet and worth a good read 2nd I know of the reboot but just how many beloved characters did we lose I know the story lines that we lost cause of it but just how bad is it really?
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glitcher In reply to TheDarkpokeone [2017-03-09 10:09:27 +0000 UTC]
You should ask yourself "Who didn't we lose?" We still have the game characters, the Freedom Fighters, plus King Max, Naugus, Lupe and Uncle Chuck from the cartoon... but pretty much everyone else is gone. The echidnas, Geoffrey, Hershey, Mina Mongoose, Monkey Khan, Regina Ferrum and the four houses, the fire ants, plus any additional family members like Sonic and Tails' parents or Sally's mother and brother. They're all gone! It's not just the loss of these characters that kills the comic, the stories are so bland with formulaic Emerald hunts and whatnot. The reboot isn't worth your time - or anyone's.
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TheDarkpokeone In reply to glitcher [2017-03-13 18:28:40 +0000 UTC]
Well that sucks then what were sega thinking when they did this.
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OzGuyJSRL In reply to TheDarkpokeone [2017-04-01 09:58:42 +0000 UTC]
I'm actually writing my own (non-published and won't be for quite a while) spin on the Archie Sonic mythos that takes the old continuity and mashes it up with the new one. It's called Sonic Adventure (SLAGIATT) and I've been thinking about it since 6th grade in 2014. I hope it turns out good...
...then again, it's also a P&F-style musical, so all bets are off.
But it-
No.
You're trying your best to make it not cring-
SHUT UP.
It contains covers of Sonic BGM-
That's the cringy part, Einstein!
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