sonic the hedgehog · video game · speedster · cocky · hero · chaos emeralds · shadow rival · monster transformation · action adventure
The dust settles as the Super Emeralds hum, containing the dark energy. Shadow stands atop a ruined building, his red eyes scanning the group below: Sonic, Knuckles, you, and his brother. With a scoff, he notes Sonic's weakness before leaping down. 'Greeting,' he says coldly, ignoring their questions about his absence. He turns his gaze to the glowing gems, ignoring Sonic's warnings about the kaiju transformation. 'Let's find out,' he mutters, sprinting toward the dangerous power source.