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| series= Sonic the Comic | | series= Sonic the Comic | ||
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| − | | title= | + | | title=Wonder Boy's Last Stand! |
| writer= [[Nigel Kitching]], [[Michael Cook ]], [[Mark Millar]], [[Mark Eyles]] | | writer= [[Nigel Kitching]], [[Michael Cook ]], [[Mark Millar]], [[Mark Eyles]] | ||
| artist= [[Richard Elson]], [[Brian Williamson]], [[Steve White]], [[Peter Richardson]], [[M. DJ Boyann]] | | artist= [[Richard Elson]], [[Brian Williamson]], [[Steve White]], [[Peter Richardson]], [[M. DJ Boyann]] | ||
| coverartist= [[M. DJ Boyann]] | | coverartist= [[M. DJ Boyann]] | ||
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| − | | | + | | comic_date_uk=1993-09-18 |
| + | | comic_rrp_uk=0.95 | ||
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| + | '''''Sonic the Comic'' #9''' is the ninth issue of the ''[[Sonic the Comic]]'' series by [[Fleetway Editions Ltd]]. | ||
| − | ''' | + | The issue contains four strips; a main ''Sonic'' story followed by three shorter strips based on other [[Sega]] franchises: ''[[sega:Kid Chameleon|Kid Chameleon]]'', ''[[sega:Streets of Rage|Streets of Rage]]'', and ''[[sega:Wonder Boy in Monster World|Wonder Boy]]''. |
| − | + | ==Stories== | |
| + | {{Cleanup-reason|This is a copypaste from [[Sonic Wiki Zone]]. It needs to be rewritten.}} | ||
| + | ===Sonic the Hedgehog - "Back to Reality"=== | ||
| + | Following the events of [[Sonic the Comic 008|last issue]], the [[Omni-Viewer]] deposits [[Sonic the Hedgehog (Sonic the Comic)|Sonic]], [[Miles "Tails" Prower (Sonic the Comic)|Tails]], [[Porker Lewis (Sonic the Comic)|Porker]], and [[Johnny Lightfoot (Sonic the Comic)|Johnny]] back into the [[Emerald Hill Zone]]. Omni says [[Doctor Ivo Robotnik (Sonic the Comic)|Doctor Robotnik]] ordered him to "get rid" of Sonic by sending him into the future - an order he was forced to carry out - but that Robotnik's orders were not very specific. Omni quickly leaves, to allay suspicion back in the [[Special Zone (Sonic the Comic)|Special Zone]]. | ||
| − | + | The four friends are attacked by tough new [[Badnik]]s resembling tanks - so strong that Sonic can't penetrate them with his [[Spin Attack|Super Spin]]. Fortunately, he is able to make them angry then run between them, so that in their rage they shoot blindly and hit each other. The two tanks badniks are destroyed, releasing the [[Emerald Hill Folk]] trapped inside. The animals reveal that Sonic has been gone for 6 months, and was presumed dead. Johnny Lightfoot realises that Omni brought them only 6 months in the future, technically obeying Robotnik's orders but sending Sonic back to [[Mobius]] soon enough that he could still fix everything. | |
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They all rush to the village, where Sonic finds Robotnik is firmly in control: Robotnik's face is plastered on every wall, and the village is patrolled by [[Trooper]] badniks and Egg Cameras. One Trooper attempts to execute a bear for not reporting to work in the [[Chemical Plant Zone|Chemical Plant]] (the penalty for ''everything'' being death under Robotnik's regime). Sonic manages to stop this, but is unable to defeat the Troopers - he can't use his full strength for fear of risking the Emerald Hill Folk trapped inside. Fortunately, it is revealed that Troopers do not have an animal trapped inside, and Sonic is able to let loose, destroying them all! | They all rush to the village, where Sonic finds Robotnik is firmly in control: Robotnik's face is plastered on every wall, and the village is patrolled by [[Trooper]] badniks and Egg Cameras. One Trooper attempts to execute a bear for not reporting to work in the [[Chemical Plant Zone|Chemical Plant]] (the penalty for ''everything'' being death under Robotnik's regime). Sonic manages to stop this, but is unable to defeat the Troopers - he can't use his full strength for fear of risking the Emerald Hill Folk trapped inside. Fortunately, it is revealed that Troopers do not have an animal trapped inside, and Sonic is able to let loose, destroying them all! | ||
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*This story was named after [[wikipedia:Back to Reality (Red Dwarf)|an episode]] of the TV sci-fi series ''Red Dwarf''. At the time, writer [[Nigel Kitching]]'s main job was writing and drawing strips for the ''Red Dwarf Smegazine'', a spin-off magazine also published by Fleetway. (''Ref: [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sonicthecomic/message/12606 Comment #12606] at sonicthecomic Yahoo! Group, posted by Nigel Kitching''). | *This story was named after [[wikipedia:Back to Reality (Red Dwarf)|an episode]] of the TV sci-fi series ''Red Dwarf''. At the time, writer [[Nigel Kitching]]'s main job was writing and drawing strips for the ''Red Dwarf Smegazine'', a spin-off magazine also published by Fleetway. (''Ref: [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sonicthecomic/message/12606 Comment #12606] at sonicthecomic Yahoo! Group, posted by Nigel Kitching''). | ||
| − | == Kid Chameleon - "Kid Chameleon, Part 3"== | + | ===Kid Chameleon - "Kid Chameleon, Part 3"=== |
Casey, now turned into the samurai Red Stealth, attacks the fire-breathing monster that has got Suzi. His attacks make the monster shrink and release Suzi. He gives Suzi his sword and tells her to run, then attacks the monster bare-handed. Unfortunately, he is caught and nearly defeated, before Suzi returns and slays the monster by stabbing it in the back with Red Stealth's sword. Casey attempts to remove his helmet to show Suzi who he is, but as he does so he says the word "Chameleon" and transforms again: this time into Eyeclops, Lord of Light. As Eyeclops, he is able to see several invisible imps that have surrounded them. He manages to fight them off, but when he turns to see if Suzi is okay, she has disappeared! | Casey, now turned into the samurai Red Stealth, attacks the fire-breathing monster that has got Suzi. His attacks make the monster shrink and release Suzi. He gives Suzi his sword and tells her to run, then attacks the monster bare-handed. Unfortunately, he is caught and nearly defeated, before Suzi returns and slays the monster by stabbing it in the back with Red Stealth's sword. Casey attempts to remove his helmet to show Suzi who he is, but as he does so he says the word "Chameleon" and transforms again: this time into Eyeclops, Lord of Light. As Eyeclops, he is able to see several invisible imps that have surrounded them. He manages to fight them off, but when he turns to see if Suzi is okay, she has disappeared! | ||
| − | == Streets of Rage - "Streets of Rage, Part 3"== | + | ===Streets of Rage - "Streets of Rage, Part 3"=== |
Ninja warriors attack Max Hatchet at a gym. He takes down three before he is hit with a tranquilizer dart and captured. At a comatose Axel Stone's bedside in hospital, Blaze Fielding discusses Max's kidnap with Police Officer Murphy. Murphy's honest, but afraid to quit the corrupt force because of his wife and son. Nevertheless, he promises that if Blaze calls him then he'll come with guns blazing. | Ninja warriors attack Max Hatchet at a gym. He takes down three before he is hit with a tranquilizer dart and captured. At a comatose Axel Stone's bedside in hospital, Blaze Fielding discusses Max's kidnap with Police Officer Murphy. Murphy's honest, but afraid to quit the corrupt force because of his wife and son. Nevertheless, he promises that if Blaze calls him then he'll come with guns blazing. | ||
Max Hatchet is brought to a foundry and comes face-to-face with Hawk, his old partner whom he had kicked off the force for corruption and is now a druglord. Hawk says he is going to kill Max's friends. Just then, ninja arrive outside Axel's window... | Max Hatchet is brought to a foundry and comes face-to-face with Hawk, his old partner whom he had kicked off the force for corruption and is now a druglord. Hawk says he is going to kill Max's friends. Just then, ninja arrive outside Axel's window... | ||
| − | == Wonder Boy - "Wonder Boy in Demon World, | + | ===Wonder Boy - "Wonder Boy in Demon World, Part 8"=== |
Shion the Wonder Boy is surrounded by demons, looking for their slain master Grimomen. With the help of freed human captives from Grimomen's Pitcastle, Shion defeats the demons and marches towards the portal. He and the captives force the demons on guard to send them back to their village in Monster World. Once home, Shion finds that the village (burned down by the demons) is now being rebuilt by workmen sent by the Queen. The girl Baila wants Shion to stay with her awhile, but he has heard tales of ghosts in the Skyrock Mountains and decides it is time to move on. | Shion the Wonder Boy is surrounded by demons, looking for their slain master Grimomen. With the help of freed human captives from Grimomen's Pitcastle, Shion defeats the demons and marches towards the portal. He and the captives force the demons on guard to send them back to their village in Monster World. Once home, Shion finds that the village (burned down by the demons) is now being rebuilt by workmen sent by the Queen. The girl Baila wants Shion to stay with her awhile, but he has heard tales of ghosts in the Skyrock Mountains and decides it is time to move on. | ||
| − | == Review Zone | + | ==Other features== |
| + | *'''Control Zone:''' Introductions, staff details and "The Sega Charts", which lists the top ten sales for games on Sega consoles ([[Mega Drive]], [[Mega-CD]], [[Master System]] and [[Game Gear]]). | ||
| + | *'''Review Zone:''' Games across all current Sega platforms reviewed on a % scale (see below). | ||
| + | *'''News Zone:''' Information on upcoming Sega events and products. | ||
| + | *'''Q Zone:''' Cheats, [[sega:Game Genie (Mega Drive)|Game Genie]] codes and strategies for popular or requested games. This issue's Q Zone features a "Q & A Special" that answers reader questions for ''[[sega:ToeJam & Earl|ToeJam & Earl]]'', ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog (16-bit)|Sonic the Hedgehog]]'', ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (16-bit)|Sonic the Hedgehog 2]]'', ''[[sega:Michael Jackson's Moonwalker|Michael Jackson's Moonwalker]]'', ''[[sega:Chuck Rock|Chuck Rock]]'', and ''[[sega:Lotus Turbo Challenge|Lotus Turbo Challenge]]'' for the Mega Drive, and ''[[sega:The Ninja|The Ninja]]'', ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (8-bit)|Sonic the Hedgehog 2]]'' and ''[[sega:Alex Kidd in Miracle World|Alex Kidd in Miracle World]]'' for the [[Master System]]. It also makes a correction for a misprinted level select cheat for ''Sonic 2'' in [[Sonic the Comic 005|issue #5]]. | ||
| + | *'''Speedlines:''' Reader letters and artwork, with replies from [[Megadroid]], the comic's mascot character. | ||
| − | [ | + | ===Review Zone=== |
| + | * {{GG}} ''[[sega:Ecco the Dolphin|Ecco the Dolphin]]'' - 85% | ||
| + | * {{GG}} ''[[sega:Jurassic Park (8-bit)|Jurassic Park]]'' - 70% | ||
| + | * {{SMS}} ''[[sega:Home Alone (Master System)|Home Alone]]'' - 75% | ||
| + | * {{MD}} ''[[sega:Fantastic Dizzy|Fantastic Dizzy]]'' - 90% | ||
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| + | }} | ||
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Sonic the Comic #9 is the ninth issue of the Sonic the Comic series by Fleetway Editions Ltd.
The issue contains four strips; a main Sonic story followed by three shorter strips based on other Sega franchises: Kid Chameleon, Streets of Rage, and Wonder Boy.
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Stories
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Sonic the Hedgehog - "Back to Reality"
Following the events of last issue, the Omni-Viewer deposits Sonic, Tails, Porker, and Johnny back into the Emerald Hill Zone. Omni says Doctor Robotnik ordered him to "get rid" of Sonic by sending him into the future - an order he was forced to carry out - but that Robotnik's orders were not very specific. Omni quickly leaves, to allay suspicion back in the Special Zone.
The four friends are attacked by tough new Badniks resembling tanks - so strong that Sonic can't penetrate them with his Super Spin. Fortunately, he is able to make them angry then run between them, so that in their rage they shoot blindly and hit each other. The two tanks badniks are destroyed, releasing the Emerald Hill Folk trapped inside. The animals reveal that Sonic has been gone for 6 months, and was presumed dead. Johnny Lightfoot realises that Omni brought them only 6 months in the future, technically obeying Robotnik's orders but sending Sonic back to Mobius soon enough that he could still fix everything.
They all rush to the village, where Sonic finds Robotnik is firmly in control: Robotnik's face is plastered on every wall, and the village is patrolled by Trooper badniks and Egg Cameras. One Trooper attempts to execute a bear for not reporting to work in the Chemical Plant (the penalty for everything being death under Robotnik's regime). Sonic manages to stop this, but is unable to defeat the Troopers - he can't use his full strength for fear of risking the Emerald Hill Folk trapped inside. Fortunately, it is revealed that Troopers do not have an animal trapped inside, and Sonic is able to let loose, destroying them all!
Sonic turns to one of the floating Egg Cameras and tells Robotnik that he plans to rid Mobius of Robotnik once and for all. Robotnik, however, watching on a monitor, believes it is too late: he already rules the entire planet!
- Sonic and his friends are deposited six months in the future, having been sent there by Doctor Robotnik in the previous issue.
- The Emerald Hill Folk appear for the first time, although they have been mentioned previously.
- Trooper badniks appear for the first time (although they are referred to as "Soldiers"). They will become regular enemies of Sonic and the Freedom Fighters in future issues. It is established that Troopers do not possess organic batteries.
- The Chemical Plant work detail is mentioned by a Trooper badnik. Sonic infiltrates this detail to free the captives in the following issue.
- It is revealed that Robotnik has conquered the whole of planet Mobius. He will remain in power until Sonic the Comic #100, "The Final Victory".
- In the panel featuring the Robotnik-controlled village, a pair of rabbits can be seen defacing one of Robotnik's posters with the words "Robotnik Out!"
- This story was named after an episode of the TV sci-fi series Red Dwarf. At the time, writer Nigel Kitching's main job was writing and drawing strips for the Red Dwarf Smegazine, a spin-off magazine also published by Fleetway. (Ref: Comment #12606 at sonicthecomic Yahoo! Group, posted by Nigel Kitching).
Kid Chameleon - "Kid Chameleon, Part 3"
Casey, now turned into the samurai Red Stealth, attacks the fire-breathing monster that has got Suzi. His attacks make the monster shrink and release Suzi. He gives Suzi his sword and tells her to run, then attacks the monster bare-handed. Unfortunately, he is caught and nearly defeated, before Suzi returns and slays the monster by stabbing it in the back with Red Stealth's sword. Casey attempts to remove his helmet to show Suzi who he is, but as he does so he says the word "Chameleon" and transforms again: this time into Eyeclops, Lord of Light. As Eyeclops, he is able to see several invisible imps that have surrounded them. He manages to fight them off, but when he turns to see if Suzi is okay, she has disappeared!
Streets of Rage - "Streets of Rage, Part 3"
Ninja warriors attack Max Hatchet at a gym. He takes down three before he is hit with a tranquilizer dart and captured. At a comatose Axel Stone's bedside in hospital, Blaze Fielding discusses Max's kidnap with Police Officer Murphy. Murphy's honest, but afraid to quit the corrupt force because of his wife and son. Nevertheless, he promises that if Blaze calls him then he'll come with guns blazing.
Max Hatchet is brought to a foundry and comes face-to-face with Hawk, his old partner whom he had kicked off the force for corruption and is now a druglord. Hawk says he is going to kill Max's friends. Just then, ninja arrive outside Axel's window...
Wonder Boy - "Wonder Boy in Demon World, Part 8"
Shion the Wonder Boy is surrounded by demons, looking for their slain master Grimomen. With the help of freed human captives from Grimomen's Pitcastle, Shion defeats the demons and marches towards the portal. He and the captives force the demons on guard to send them back to their village in Monster World. Once home, Shion finds that the village (burned down by the demons) is now being rebuilt by workmen sent by the Queen. The girl Baila wants Shion to stay with her awhile, but he has heard tales of ghosts in the Skyrock Mountains and decides it is time to move on.
Other features
- Control Zone: Introductions, staff details and "The Sega Charts", which lists the top ten sales for games on Sega consoles (Mega Drive, Mega-CD, Master System and Game Gear).
- Review Zone: Games across all current Sega platforms reviewed on a % scale (see below).
- News Zone: Information on upcoming Sega events and products.
- Q Zone: Cheats, Game Genie codes and strategies for popular or requested games. This issue's Q Zone features a "Q & A Special" that answers reader questions for ToeJam & Earl, Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker, Chuck Rock, and Lotus Turbo Challenge for the Mega Drive, and The Ninja, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Alex Kidd in Miracle World for the Master System. It also makes a correction for a misprinted level select cheat for Sonic 2 in issue #5.
- Speedlines: Reader letters and artwork, with replies from Megadroid, the comic's mascot character.
Review Zone
- Ecco the Dolphin - 85%
- Jurassic Park - 70%
- Home Alone - 75%
- Fantastic Dizzy - 90%
Production credits
| This article needs a list of production credits, either from the game itself, a manual, or other reliable source. |
References