TLDR;
This video celebrates 30 years of Sonic the Hedgehog by attempting to list every official Sonic character from games, movies, books, shows, and comics. The video excludes fan characters, meme characters, and characters only mentioned but never seen. Transformations and super forms are mentioned but not counted as separate characters.
- The video covers characters from every Sonic game, movie, book, show and comic.
- The video excludes fan characters and meme characters.
- Transformations, Robotizations and super forms are mentioned, but not counted as separate characters.
Intro [0:00]
The video starts with a greeting and an introduction to the purpose of the video: to celebrate 30 years of Sonic the Hedgehog by listing every official Sonic character. The criteria for inclusion are explained, noting that only characters from officially licensed material will be counted, excluding fan creations and meme characters. Transformations and alternate forms will be mentioned but not counted as separate characters.
Sonic the Hedgehog [0:36]
The video begins with the first Sonic game, "Sonic the Hedgehog," and the main character, Sonic himself. It acknowledges the many alternate versions of Sonic across different continuities, settings, and designs, including Classic Sonic, who was retconned as an alternate dimension version. The video mentions various alternate personas and transformations of Sonic, such as Super Sonic, Dark Sonic, and Sonic the Werehog, all counted as the same character. The Archie comics' endless alternate dimensions with alternate Sonics like Sonik, Sonark, Bat-hog, Cyborg Sonic, King Sonic, Stealth the Hedgehog, Sonic-zilla and Zonic the Zone cop are also mentioned. Sonic's roboticized forms, Mecha Sonic and Sonic Man, and various nicknames are also noted.
Dr. Eggman/Robotnik [4:02]
The video shifts focus to Dr. Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik, highlighting the many different versions and personas he has taken on throughout the franchise, such as El Grand Gordo and Mr. Tinker. It mentions his super forms, Super Robotnik and Supreme High Robotnik, as well as alternate versions like King Shahryar and J. Kintobor. The video also discusses Eggman Nega, who was initially introduced as an alternate version but later revealed to be a descendant from the future.
Sally Acorn [7:25]
The video introduces Sally Acorn, who was adapted into Princess Sally Alicia Acorn. It mentions alternate timeline and dimension versions of Sally, such as the anti-mobius version, Princess Alicia, and roboticized forms like Mecha Sally. The video also lists Sally's family members, including her father, Maximillian Acorn, mother, Alicia Acorn, and brother, Elias Acorn.
Vector the Crocodile [10:53]
The video introduces Vector the Crocodile, who eventually became part of the regular cast. It mentions his different designs and alternate versions, such as Vector-zilla and Vector Man, as well as a no-zone version named Zector. The video also mentions Vector's son, Argyle, from an alternate comic timeline.
Sonic Story Comic Manga [11:44]
The video transitions to the first Manga series, "Sonic the Hedgehog Story Comic," which featured characters like Sonic's bodyguard platoon: Orange Bunny girl, Pink Cat girl, Blue Hedgehog girl, and Green Deer girl. It also mentions the construction bots and excavation bots from the manga.
Tails [11:59]
The video discusses Miles Prower, better known as Tails, who was introduced in Sonic 2. It mentions his various versions throughout different timelines, continuities, and dimensions, including his Anti-Mobius version, Miles, and transformations like Super Tails and Titan Tails. The video also lists Tails' family members, including his mother, Rosemary Prower, and father, Amadeus Prower.
Metal Sonics [12:54]
The video discusses the robotic versions of Sonic, starting with Silver Sonic in the 8-bit Sonic 2 and a different Silver Sonic in the 16-bit version. It also mentions Mecha Sonic and robo-sonic from various games. The video then focuses on Metal Sonic, highlighting the many different dimensions and designs of this character, as well as transformations like Metal Madness.
Sonic the Hedgehog Manga Series [16:23]
The video shifts to the Japanese Manga series, which featured Sonic's bully, Anton Veruca, and his family. It also mentions Sonic's friend, Little John, and a love interest named Amy Rose, who became a gaming icon.
Amy Rose [16:54]
The video discusses Amy Rose, who was tied into the video games and became a gaming icon. It mentions her nickname, Rosey the Rascal, and alternate versions and character designs. The video also lists Amy's family members, including her uncle, King O'Hedge, and cousin, Rob O' the Hedge.
Charmy Bee [17:43]
The video introduces Charmy Bee, who first appeared in the Manga. It mentions his design changes and his role as the Prince of the golden hive colony in the Archie comics. The video also lists Charmy's family members, including his mother, the Queen Bee, and father, the King Bee.
SEGASonic Cosmo Fighter [18:21]
The video briefly mentions SEGASonic Cosmo Fighter, which featured happy Stars for Sonic to rescue. It also mentions the red, gray, and yellow enemies in the game.
Mighty & Ray [18:29]
The video discusses SEGASonic the Hedgehog, which introduced Ray the Flying Squirrel and Mighty the Armadillo. It mentions their super forms, Super Mighty and Super Ray, and Mighty's family members in the Fleetway and Archie universes.
Sonic CD [19:00]
The video moves on to Sonic CD, mentioning new animal friends without official names, such as a sheep and a swallow. It also lists the CD badniks, including Amenbo and Bata-Pyon.
Sonic Spinball [19:51]
The video briefly mentions Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball, listing characters like Hip and Hop Buster.
Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine/Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog [20:04]
The video discusses the "Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog" animated series, introducing the Mean Bean Machine cast, including Arms and Frankly. It also lists other badniks and characters from the series, such as Arnold Robonegger and Music Destroyer Coachnik.
Sonic SatAM [24:36]
The video transitions to the Saturday AM Sonic cartoon, mentioning characters like Ari Lazaar and Nicole the holo-Lynx. It also lists other characters from the show, such as Dulcy and Naugus.
US Novel Series by Michael Teitelbaum [25:59]
The video briefly mentions Michael Teitelbaum's US novel series, which featured characters like Robotnik's first robot and Digger the Woodchuck.
Sonic Chaos [26:18]
The video mentions Sonic Chaos, listing badniks like Boing-o-bot and Metal-o-Turtle.
UK Novel Series by Martin Adams [26:34]
The video discusses books published in the UK, such as "Sonic the Hedgehog in Robotnik's Laboratory," which introduced characters like Mickey the Monkey and Stevie the Mole.
Sonic Adventure Gamebook Series [27:18]
The video mentions the UK Adventure Game Book Series, which introduced characters like Boombox the rat and Mildred and the Monkeys.
UK Sunday comic strip [28:47]
The video briefly mentions a UK Sunday comic strip, which had some new unnamed badniks like a Moray Eel Badnik and an Octopus badnik.
Knuckles the Echidna/Sonic 3 [28:57]
The video transitions to Sonic 3, which introduced Knuckles the Echidna. It mentions his nicknames and alternate designs, as well as his Anti-Mobius version, Overseet o’knux. The video also lists Knuckles' ancestors and family members.
Sonic & Knuckles [32:23]
The video discusses Sonic & Knuckles, mentioning EggRobo and the hardboiled Heavies, including Heavy Gunner and Heavy Shinobi.
Sonic Drift [33:10]
The video briefly mentions Sonic Drift, which introduced Breeze, Amy's living car.
Tails and the Music Maker [33:14]
The video mentions Tails and the Music Maker, which had a Turtle and Frogs.
Sonic Triple Trouble [33:21]
The video discusses Sonic Triple Trouble, which introduced Nack the Weasel, AKA Fang the Sniper. It also mentions his sister, Nicolette the Weasel, and other relatives.
Knuckles' Chaotix [33:51]
The video mentions a French comic, which introduced Princess Alucion.
Sonic Adventures French Comic [33:55]
The video discusses Knuckles' Chaotix, which gave us the badniks turned good, Heavy and Bomb. It also mentions Espio the Chameleon, highlighting his alternate versions and family members.
Tails SkyPatrol [34:48]
The video mentions Tail SkyPatrol, which featured Wendy Witchcart and Carrotia.
Tails Adventure [35:12]
The video discusses Tails Adventure, which introduced Tails' remote robot Dog, T-pup. It also mentions the Battle Kukku army and their leader, The Great Battle Kukku.
Sonic Labyrinth [35:39]
The video mentions Sonic Labyrinth, listing the four bosses and various badniks.
Sonic X-Treme [36:03]
The video notes that Sonic X-treme was a cancelled game, but mentions Tiara boobowski, who occasionally showed up in the Archie comics.
Sonic 3D Blast [36:14]
The video discusses Sonic 3D Blast, listing the badniks in the game, such as Bat and Bee.
Sonic Blast [36:33]
The video mentions the 8-bit game Sonic Blast, which introduces a few new badniks like Egg Saucer.
Sonic OVA [36:43]
The video discusses the Sonic OVA, also known as Sonic the Movie, which gave birth to the internet meme Ojisan. It also mentions other new characters in the OVA, such as Robotnik's guard bots and Sara.
Sonic the Fighters [37:02]
The video mentions Sonic the Fighters, which introduced Bean the Dynamight and Bark the Polar Bear. It also mentions Honey Cat, who was added back in for the XBOX 360 version.
Sonic's Schoolhouse [37:20]
The video briefly mentions Sonic's Schoolhouse, where Sonic had a class of students that you name and play as.
Man of the Year [37:31]
The video mentions an animated short called "Man of the Year," which featured a News reporter and angry citizens.
Sonic R [37:38]
The video discusses Sonic R, which brought us Metal Knuckles.
Sonic Underground [37:56]
The video discusses Sonic Underground, listing characters like Robotnik's lackies, Sleet and Dingo, as well as other characters from the show.
Sonic Adventure [39:11]
The video transitions into the Modern Sonic era with Sonic Adventure, which first gave us the Chao. It lists the basic Chao types, such as Neutral chao and Dark Chao, as well as named Chao like Chaclon and Chaoko.
Fleetway Sonic the Comic [43:27]
The video discusses the Fleetway Sonic the Comic series, listing characters that haven't already been counted.
Sonic Shuffle [48:55]
The video mentions Sonic Shuffle, which introduces Lumina Flowlight and Void, plus nameless crocodiles, snakes, and robo-crabs.
Sonic Adventure 2 [49:56]
The video discusses Sonic Adventure 2, which introduced Shadow the Hedgehog and Rouge the Bat. It also lists other characters from the game, such as President and his Secretary.
Sonic Advance [52:04]
The video mentions Sonic Advance, which introduced new badniks like Gami Gami and Kero Kero.
Sonic Advance 2 [52:19]
The video discusses Sonic Advance 2, listing badniks like Mon and Kura-Kura Koura.
Dash & Spin Sonic Manga [52:40]
The video mentions a new Japanese manga called "Dash & Spin Super Fast Sonic," which featured characters like Terror the Mushroom robot.
Sonic Battle [52:57]
The video discusses Sonic Battle, which revolves around Emerl the Gizoid.
Sonic Heroes [53:05]
The video mentions Sonic Heroes, highlighting the Egg Pawn and other similar enemies.
Sonic Advance 3 [53:33]
The video discusses Sonic Advance 3, which introduced Gemerl, a gizoid type bought that was made using Emerl’s data.
Shadow the Hedgehog [54:01]
The video discusses the game Shadow the Hedgehog, which introduced the black arms Warriors and their leader, Black Doom.
Sonic Rush [54:30]
The video discusses Sonic Rush, which introduced Blaze the Cat.
Sonic X [54:46]
The video discusses the Sonic X show, listing characters that haven't been mentioned yet, such as Ella and Mr. Tanaka.
Archie Sonic X Comic Series [56:56]
The video mentions the Sonic X Comic Book characters like Alexander Pell and Andes the Ginormous.
Sonic X (Leapster) [57:33]
The video mentions the Sonic X Leapster game, which featured Giant Math Robots.
Sonic Riders [57:43]
The video discusses Sonic Riders, which introduced the Babylon Rogues, Jet the Hawk, Wave the Swallow, and Storm the Albatross.
Sonic the Hedgehog (2006) [58:24]
The video discusses Sonic '06, which introduced Silver the Hedgehog, Princess Elise, and Mephiles the Dark.
Sonic Rivals [59:43]
The video mentions Sonic Rivals, which introduced Venoom.
Sonic & the Secret Rings [59:50]
The video discusses Sonic & The Secret Rings, which brought us Erazor Djinn and Shahra.
Sonic Rush Adventure [1:00:16]
The video discusses Sonic Rush Adventure, which brought us Marine the Racoon and the Coconut crew.
Sonic Rivals 2 [1:01:01]
The video mentions Sonic Rivals 2, which gave us Ifrit.
Sonic Riders Zero Gravity [1:01:06]
The video mentions Sonic Riders Zero Gravity, which brought SCR-GP.
Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood [1:01:13]
The video discusses Sonic Chronicles the Dark Brotherhood, which brought a lot of new faces to the franchise, most notably Shade the Echidna.
Sonic Unleashed/Night of the Werehog [1:02:46]
The video discusses Sonic Unleashed and the promotional animated special "Night of the Werehog," which featured two ghosts named Su and Uh, and Light Gaia, better known as Chip.
Sonic & the Black Knight [1:05:28]
The video mentions Sonic and the Black Knight, where many Sonic characters play the parts of classic medieval characters and historical figures.
Sonic Colors [1:05:56]
The video discusses Sonic Colors, which brought us Cubot and the wisps, most notably Yacker.
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Series [1:06:57]
The video mentions Mario & Sonic at the London 2021 Olympic Games, which introduced the Phantasmal Fog Imposters.
Sonic Generations [1:07:06]
The video discusses Sonic Generations, which introduced one new character, the Time Eater.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2 [1:07:18]
The video mentions Sonic 4: Episode 2, which gave us Fullboar.
Sonic & All-stars Racing Transformed [1:07:27]
The video mentions Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed, which introduced Egg Squid.
Sonic Dash [1:07:30]
The video discusses Sonic Dash, which eventually introduced a new character named Bash.
Sonic Lost World [1:07:43]
The video discusses Sonic Lost World, which introduced the Deadly Six, Zavok, Zazz, Zeena, Master Zik, Zomom, and Zor.
Sonic Boom [1:08:11]
The video discusses the Spinoff franchise, Sonic Boom, which was 3 games, 1 mobile game, a cartoon series and comic book. The most notable new character here is Sticks the Badger.
Archie Sonic the Hedgehog Comic Series [1:11:24]
The video discusses the Archie Sonic unceremoniously ended, listing those characters to the list.
Sonic Mania [1:17:20]
The video discusses Sonic Mania, listing the new characters in this game.
Sonic Forces [1:17:46]
The video discusses Sonic forces which introduced the customizable Avatar character who’s known as Rookie in the story mode.
Team Sonic Racing [1:18:18]
The next game is Team Sonic Racing who introduced a new racer named Death Egg.
Sonic and the Tales... Book Series [1:17:00]
The video mentions Sonic and the Tales of Deception. There’s the robot bees.
Sonic the Hedgehog Movie [1:18:24]
In February of 2020 The first live action Sonic movie was released and with it came some new characters. Namely Thomas Michael Wachowski AKA Donut Lord.
IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Comic Series [1:19:07]
Finally the IDW comics that are still running as of this video also instroduce a lot of new characters like Rough And Tumble.
Sanic [1:18:07]
This was also the first canon appearance of Sanic who would get official Sega merch and make a cameo as the Blue Devil in the Sonic movie.
Irish the Hedgehog [1:19:03]
Then in March of 2020, Sega released a video introducing Irish the Hedgehog.
Conclusion [1:19:40]
The video concludes with a thank you to viewers and shout outs to resources used in compiling the list.
