Chapter 1: Revived as a Hedgehog
In the outskirt of space close to the planet earth, there is a space station that hadn't been used for a while. The space station is called, Space Colony ARK. It was created over fifty years ago, and was abandoned for years. Then was used to destroy the planet, but it was stopped.
Now the ark is left in space in isolation and silence. Remain to be untouched by time. However, in this very ark lies something very secret.
In a strange room, there is only a table with ,medical equipments and a cup on it. In the cup is a single bullet that has rusted. At the far corner of the room, there is large container attached to a few machinery, full of green liquid, and a body.
The body appears to be a hedgehog. It has a peach color face and yellow fur and long hair. The hedgehog is wearing a blue hairband, a dark blue blouse with short puffy sleeves, with a light light blue dress with the long sleeves, blue slip on shoes, and white gloves on her hands.
The hedgehog is in a deep sleep. There are wires connected with tape on her face and part of her body, and a mask on her mouth. On the side of the machine, there is a red light on it the continues to flash.
Suddenly, it's changed to green, and a beeping alarm begins to surround the room. Then the green liquid begins to drain from the container until it's empty. Then the mask and wires fall off of her body. Finally, the contain opens until the glass is gone.
Soon enough, the hedgehog's eyes begin to open to reveal a blue color. Then the girl begin to move her hands. She then lifts her arms to examine her hands. She wiggles her fingers to get them moving. She then sifts her body until she is sitting in the container with her legs dangling to the ground. She then puts her feet on the ground, and pushes herself to a standing possession.
When she tries to walk, the female hedgehog feels her legs wobblings. Each step she takes, her legs and feet begins to lose support. Soon enough, she falls to the floor.
"Ow!" the girl speaks.
She then gets on her knees and look around to see the room she is in.
"Where am I?" The hedgehog asks.
The girl is very confused. She then feels a strange pain in her head.
"My head is hurting. Maria? Maria? Is that my name?" The hedgehog says.
The girl remembers, "I… I think that is my name."
Suddenly, a screen opens from the wall in front of her, and it turns on to see an old man with a large gray mustache. He looks like a scientist.
The old man says, "Hello Maria, if you are watching this, then you have finally awaken from your resurrection. I am Gerald Robotnik, your grandfather."
"Grandfather? And did he say resurrection?" The hedgehog, Maria asks.
Maria looks around and noticed a mirror. She to see her reflection like this form is not her own.
"This is a pre recorded message so there isn't much time to explain, but you're probably wondering about your new body and experiencing memory loss. It all began when I created the Ultimate Creature known as Shadow to help people and you," Gerald says.
"Shadow?" Maria asks.
"Sadly, G.U.N, feared my creations and thought I would use it to rule the world so they seized my lab and everyone on it. Then when you tried to save Shadow life, they took your life in the process. Suddenly, I came up with a way to give you another chance to live. I removed the bullet from you and placed you in a container with chemicals to cure you of your NIBS disease," The screen explains.
Then he says, "You body has been change into a hedgehog with tremendous strength, speed, and abilities. You will also be able to use powerful gems called chaos emeralds to give you power. I have made seven copies for you. It in a purple bag on the table."
Maria looks on the table to see a purple bag, and takes it off the table. She opens it, and takes out a dim yellow diamond.
"The chaos emeralds are imitations, but will give you the power to use your chaos abilities. The power is temporary so use it wisely and use them well. You already have the knowledge to use them. On the floor next to the table, there should be a backpack. I took the liberty to pack you a few things in case of emergency, including a special surprise," The recording says.
Maria continues to watch the video and is starting to feel sad.
Then he says, "My greatest regret is that I will be leaving you alone by the time you have awaken. I only hope that you and Shadow will find each other. Promise me that you will be strong, take good care of yourself, and use your power to help others. Know this Maria, know that I will always love you. Goodbye Maria, I hope you will be able to find happiness in this world."
Then the video turns off.
Maria begins to shed tears. If what her grandfather says is true, she really alone in this world and has done so much for her. She looks down to see the backpack, Gerald is talking about. She grabs the backpack and opens it to see what is inside. All she sees is a blanket, a pocket knife, spare clothes, first aid kit, a bag full of gold rings and gems,and something else.
She takes out a photograph in a picture frame. She sees the scientist and a young girl. She suspects the young girl is herself when she's human. The last one caused her to be surprised. She sees a black hedgehog with red stripes on his six quills, eyes, arms and legs, a white patch on his chest, and crimson eyes. He is wearing white gloves with black cuffs, red tongues, and air shoes to match. He is also wearing gold rings on his wrists and ankles.
Seeing the hedgehog causes her to gasp, and feel a strange pain in her head. She begins to remember something from her past.
Standing in front of the window is the black hedgehog from the photo who is watching a planet from inside the space station.
Just then, her human self walk over, and asks, "Are you going to stare out that window all day, Shadow?"
"I've seen photographs from down on the surface, but I wonder what it's like to be there. What it's like to see the sky above your head and I'd like to visit there an found out," Shadow says.
"Me too." Maria humanself says.
Maria the Hedgehog continues to look at the photo with sadness in her heart. She doesn't remember who the hedgehog is, but for some reason, she feels that he is important to her.
"Shadow. I may not remember who you are, but I felt like you're special to me, and I want to find you," Maria says.
She grabs the bag full of the fake emeralds and put them in her backpack.
She looks at the Chaos Emerald, and says, "Chaos Emerald, if you can help grant my wish. Take me to where Shadow is now."
She lifts the gem up in the air, and shouts, "Chaos Control!"
The emerald lights up the room, and soon enough Maria the Hedgehog has disappeared from the Space Station Colony ARK.
At a far away place, there is a open field that has a giant lake with trees and bushes in a sunny afternoon. Laying down on the tree is a large blue and white cat holding a fishing pole with a little green frog on his head.
Suddenly, a bright light catches the cat and frog's attention. They both look to see a bright light shining in the area, then disappears shortly after. When the light disappears, there is a yellow female hedgehog holding a yellow gem. Then falls to the ground with a thud.
The girl is Maria, and is able to sit up.
"Ow. That was a really rough landing," Maria says to herself.
Maria looks around to see she is not in the ARK anymore. Instead, she is in a beautiful place full of trees, grass, bushes, and a beautiful sky.
Maria is amazed, "It's beautiful. I never seen anything like it."
Maria continues to look at the blue sky and the green grass. She then notices a lake close by. She walks to the lake and get on her knees to see her reflection. She sees her hedgehog self along with her clothes. After seeing the recording, Maria knows that this body is new and not the original. She decides to try to make the best of it.
"Hello," A deep voice says.
Maria turns her head to see the blue and white cat and small frog.
"Hello, my name is Maria. What's your name?" Maria says.
"My name is Big. Big the Cat," the cat says.
The frog goes, "Ribbit. Ribbit."
"And this is Froggy, my little buddy," Big says.
Maria walks to the two creatures, and says, "Hello Big, Froggy, it's very nice to meet you."
"So what brings you here from that pretty light?" Big asks.
"I'm new here. Do you know where I can find a city or a village of some kind?" Mira answers.
She then shows a photograph that Robotnik has given to, "Have you all seen this hedgehog? I'm trying to find him."
Big looks at the photo with the black hedgehog, and says, "Nope. Haven't seen him."
"Oh," Maria sadly says.
"But I do know where there's a town around. Just go over that hile and you'll see a lot of houses," Big says.
Maria smiles, "Thank you."
Maria then walk to where Big is directing to and make her way to the town he mentions. Big and Froggy continue to fight in the lake as they relax in the sunny sun.
Maria walks on the grass to the hill. She hope that someone in the town can help her. As Maria walks along the grass, she feels a sensation that is getting her excited. She then begins to jog a little. Then begins to run. And finally, begins to run really fast.
Maria shows a big smile on her face, "I never been this excited before. The sun shining down on me, and the wind blowing through my hair. It's… it's so amazing."
Maira then begins to run at super speed over the hill and down along the path. She feels like there is nothing that can stop her from running through the grassland and feel the wind in her hair.
Soon enough, Maria find herself on the top of the hill and comes to a stop. She is amazed to see a town. There are creatures of different shape color and sizes. They live at houses as they go around doing their everyday lives.
Maria remembers to put the emerald away in her backpack. After that, she walks down the hill so she can take a look at the city.
After a long walk, Maria is walking around the neighborhood. She looks around to see many different creatures with their families and friends. Some of the places are houses and some are stores. Some are also combine. The town seems to be pretty busy.
Maria looks around and she has never seen these amazing things. Houses, stores, flowers, and creatures living peacefully. She doesn't remember much, but feels like she has never done any of this before. It makes her happy to do it now.
Maria asks herself, "I wonder if anyone can help me out."
Maria continues to walk around the town to see all the sights.
Walking from the opposite direction, there is a pink hedgehog wearing a red dress. Her name is Amy Rose, and has a cake for Sonic, her want to be boyfriend.
"This cake is sure to win Sonic's heart for sure. I can just imagine," Amy says.
She happily says, "Sonic, I made a special strawberry cake just for you."
"Wow! Amy, that is a great cake you made. You didn't have to go through much trouble," Amy says, imitating sonic.
"Oh Sonic, you know that I'll do anything for you," Amy happily says.
"I'm happy that you want to do this for me. I could never asked for a great girlfriend as you," Amy says imitating sonic.
She giggles, and says, "I just know Sonic is going to love it."
Just then, she ends up bumping into someone and causes her cake to fly in the air. Then lands on the ground splatting it on the ground.
Amy groans and a girl says, "Hey! Watch where you're going!"
Amy looks to see the yellow hedgehog about her size with long hair and wearing blue color clothes.
The girl looks on the ground and gasps to see the cake on the ground and her eyes begin to water. Amy becomes confused and looks down to see the cake is ruined.
The girl says, "I'm… I'm sorry."
"Wait, please don't cry. I… I know you didn't mean too. I can always make another one," Amy says.
"Really?" the girl asks.
"Really," Amy says with a smile.
Then notices something, "I don't think I've seen you around here before. Are you new here?"
"Yes. My name is Maria. I'm new here," The girl says.
"Maria. That's a nice name. My name is Amy Rose, but you call me Amy," Amy says.
Maria smiles, and says, "Hello Amy, it's very nice to meet you."
Amy and Maria stand up and look at each other to see cake splatter and frosting all over their clothes.
"Oh no, our clothes are a mess. Come on, let's go to Cream's house and get our clothes clean," Amy says.
Amy grabs Maria by the hand and walk her to Cream's house.
Maria stops, and ask, "But um, what about the mess?"
Amy looks to see the ruined cake on the ground.
"Right," Amy replies.
After cleaning up the mess, Amy takes Maria to her friend's house.
At front of a quiet house, a cute bunny wearing a red dress name Cream, is hanging the laundry with her special Chao friend, Cheese. The two work together to hang the clothes on the line and attaching clothespins so they won't fall off.
Cream happily says, "There, all the laundry is out to dry. Right Cheese."
"Chao chao," Cheese replies.
Suddenly, they hear someone calling out, "Cream! Cheese!"
Cream and Cheese look to see Amy walking towards their house with a new hedgehog walking behind her.
Cream walks to Amy while Cheese fly to her.
"Hello Amy, it's nice to see you. Who is your new friend," Cream says.
"Hi Cream. Hi Cheese. This is my new friend Maria. Maria, these are my friends, Cream and her Chao friend, Cheese."
"Hello, it's nice to meet you," Maria says.
"It's nice to meet you too, Maria," Cream says.
Cheese floats to Maria and gives her a hug, "Chao chao."
Miara smiles and hugs him back, "It's nice to meet you Cheese. And it's nice to meet you too Cream."
Amy says, "Now that introductions is out of the way think you can help us with our clothes.
Cream looks at Amy and Maria clothes to see them covered in cream and filling.
"What happened?" Cream asks.
"Let's just say my gift for Sonic ended up getting on us," Amy says.
Cream and Cheese take Amy and Maria inside so they can get their clothes washed. The two put on a change of clothes and Cream wash the cake from them. Then Cream has the clothes hang out to dry.
As the clothes dry, Cream, Cheese, Amy, and Maria are having a cup of tea and some cakes.
"So Maria, think you can tell us about yourself?" Cream asks.
"Yeah. Where are you from?" Amy asks.
Maria becomes a bit weary and looks down at her tea cup. Amy and Cream notices the sad expression on her face.
"Is there something wrong?" Crema asks.
"No. Nothing's wrong, it's just I don't really remember where I'm from. I don't fully understand it myself," Maria says.
"You don't remember?" Amy asks.
Maria shake her head.
"And you don't know where you live?" Cream asks.
"I don't think so. Last thing I remember was waking up from a container in a space station. Then an old man appeared on the screen claiming to be my grandfather said that I was reborn into this body. I can't really remember who I am, except for my name," Maria says.
"Hmm, sounds like you have amnesia," Amy says.
"Yes," Maria answers.
"You would been needing a place to stay," Cream says.
Then Amy asks, "Do you want any friends or family you can stay with."
Maria shake her head in reply.
Just then, Amy has an idea, "I know, you can live with me at my house."
"Really. I don't want to be a burden," Maria says.
"Don't worry, I have a spare bedroom for you to sleep in, and it will be nice to have come company," Amy says.
"Thank you. You're kind," Maria says.
"But you know, if you're going to live with you then you need to help me around the house. You know, share some of the work," Amy says.
Maria nods her head, "Yes. I understand."
"Glad you and I are on the same page. I think us girls are going to become good friends," Amy says.
Maria shows a smile on her face.
Later in the night, Amy shows Maria to the guest room as her house. It's not much, but there is a bed, a small furniture with two draws and a lamp on it, a table with a chair and a closet.
"Thank you for letting me stay Amy," Maria says.
"No problem. I'm glad that you and I can be friends," Amy says.
Amy yawns, and says, "I'm going to call it a night and let you get settled in. See you in the morning."
"Good night," Maria says.
Amy leaves the room and closes the door. Mara then puts the things from her bag into the room. She puts the three pairs of clothes in the closet. Then she puts the blanket on the bed. Then she puts the small items on the draws next to her bed. She places the bags with the emeralds, gems, and rings in the bottom one. Then places everything else in the top one.
She then takes out the photograph and lets out a sigh. She knows that the man saying is her grandfather is gone, and the hedgehog is somewhere in this world. Maria then lays down with the covers over her and places the picture next to her. Maria then goes to sleep for the night and wonder what tomorrow will bring for her, and hope to find the hedgehog in this world.