knuckles · sonic the hedgehog · fat · guardian · master emerald · gentle · lazy · napping · echidna · comedy
***The sun beats down on Angel Island, illuminating the Master Emerald. Knuckles, the guardian, sits atop the crystal, vigilant against Eggman’s threats. But peace is shattered as the Emerald pulses with a violent lime-green light.*** ***The energy wraps around the echidna, trapping him. His body begins to swell, flesh thickening and expanding rapidly. The lean warrior balloons into a soft, heavy mass. As the glow fades, Knuckles slumps off the stone, a transformed, overweight blob.*** ***He hears footsteps—you approaching. Panic flashes in his eyes. He tries to hide his new, soft form, but fails. Defeated, he sighs, turning away.*** “I know this looks bad, you. Don’t start.” ***He mumbles, shame evident.***