Author note:

So I updated the insanely long chapter! Which I personally would like to cut into like 2-4 chapters… But It's pretty pointless now since its already released as such. However this update increased the amount of words! I basically needed to improve it, I also wish to completely change Banished but its soo many chapters…This took me hours to change too!

I also noticed how annoying it is with povs! I think I will make chapter 3 a third person view. Makes everything simpler…Oh and for those that don't know this is an inspiration based on Sonic Boom series. Enjoy the new chapter!

"Shadow we take care of this, go fetch those emeralds!" Sonic shouted among the fallen robots that kept recovering after every blow inflicted. Dr Eggmans technology had greatly improved and proved to be impossible to finish off. The robots recover even if scraps were the only thing remaining. They were supported by the seven chaos emeralds that the scientist managed to get his hands on.

This however was just a distraction for something much bigger, we all knew that. We had yet to meet the madman himself, there had only been clues of his whereabouts so far.

Broadcast threats to the world of its incoming demise couldn't be ignored.

This time he might actually pull it off, even I Shadow the hedgehog fear the worst.

The seven chaos emeralds would only serve disaster with the scientist. This couldn't be taken lightly…

To make things worse had the nerve to declare Space colony ark as his base, my home! Changes were visible but not enough to disorient me. I knew the ark inside out tracking him down would be effortless. The given task was reasonable and I nodded as reply before I took off leaving the rest behind.

We had no time to lose as the ticking bomb already was close to its final countdown. I boosted the hover shoes to its limit as I smoothly zig zag through the passage.

I already had a location in mind capable of using the emeralds efficiently not to mention withstand the energy, I could rest assure I was on the right track.

If not then searching through the entire ark would be a breeze.

Varies of robots suddenly appeared in attempt to block my route. Pretty Similar models to the previous nuisance I encountered.

The numbers didn't slow me down the slightest, and neither did I intend to fight them off either. A pointless effort as they already proved to be indestructible anyhow.

The killing machines didn't thankfully possess a power boost nor speed for that matter. So I merely dodged my way through the corridors as bullets almost grazed my muzzle.

As if the human realized the disability of the robots security doors enclose the path. The scientist even bothered to put his classic brand of himself on it.

I mentally rolled my eyes before I curled into a spin dash and burst my way through. I return to skate as I got on the other side only to face more unnecessary gates. You do think Eggman got the message of its uselessness, but that didn't seem to be the case. Twitching in annoyance was inevitable, either the human was desperate or tried to slow me down.

I went against skating all together and burst through the gates ahead with a simple spin dash.

Nothing was capable to stop me, I will complete my mission. The promise to Maria was unbreakable.

I finally got to the final gate that seemed to be thicker than the rest. But result the same fate with little difficulty.

The chunks from the gate got thrown inside the room as I made my entrance.

I wasn't too shocked with the new advanced upgrade. In the center of the room was a glass pillar with the seven chaos emeralds levitating inside. Monitors were attached on each side of it while three large tubes connected from the floor drained the intense energy. It loudly buzzed erratically as if it struggled to manipulate the source.

I forcefully ignored the warning bells blaring inside my mind as my eyes didn't detect the scientist.

I kept my guard up and cast a last glance at the ruined gate expecting the robots to interfere. To my surprise they didn't, like the quest was abandoned. Nor did the room show any hostile security.

Was this a trap? Uneasy strikes me and I wasn't too sure what to make out of it.

I quickly made my way over to the right monitor, hoping it would give me valuable information of the status.

I might be minutes from total destruction, but disable or sabotage the machine could very likely backfire.

The monitors displayed frequencies of a Chaosmagnetic fields measured in seconds. The stability was just as reliable as the buzzing.

My intelligence didn't equal the madman himself but even I knew…we are in trouble. The waves from the emeralds were pulsing out energies like it was alive. The only thing that prevented it from escaping was the machine itself.

How the human triggered the gems to act in such manners was beyond me. The situation was worse than I thought.

Would it suddenly deactivate it should… if I calculated correct go high-wire and most likely explode, it's a ticking bomb.

Separate the emeralds from the machine would also unleash its power.

What was the doctor planning? Have he lost his mind!? The monitor suddenly changed and the scientist was displayed instead. Eggman grinned as he rubbed his moustache between his fingers.

"Hohoho! I didn't expect you to be the first one to show up." I glared at the man before my eyes caught sight of the cameras. They clearly informed my arrival, how did I miss that?

I returned to glare at the man who seemed to be satisfied with my reaction.

"What are you planning doctor?" I growled with clenched fists, while his smirk widened with the question.

"Destroy you rodents once and for all. I was hoping Sonic or Knuckles to be the first and last witness of my creation. Their impulsive actions would sentence their death. But no instead it's my grandfather's greatest creation, still sticking with your promise I see. What a disappointment. "I frowned as his voice almost seemed to catch a sympathy tone in the end.

He still had a soft spot for me even though we were fighting on different sides. Eggman always saw me as relative, although he rarely showed it. I tried to remain ignorant to his comment and crossed my arms.

"But this doesn't change anything. The outcome is inevitable." The human added.

"How exactly?" I smirked confident as if he couldn't pull it off.

"I am sure you already figured it out Shadow the ultimate life form." I flinched as my full name was said.

"The energy is too high and unbalanced it must be released one way or another." I stopped aware of the limited options that were put on the table. My teeth gritted as the man started to laugh.

"You are on the right track Shadow, so what can you do about it?" He leaned back relaxed knowing he would win this time.

"Let it overload and explode taking us all down with it. Or activate the eclipse cannon that in turn destroy the planet."

We lose either way, if we die earth will be in Eggmans mercy. It shocked me, I never thought he would go this far to create Eggmanland to rule the world. I had to let it overload there was no other way.

"You are correct but you forgot one little detail." My ears perked at his voice seeing nothing else capable to make this any worse..but I was wrong.

"Did you forget that you are immortal? The death of Sonic and the rest will be on your hands." I froze in shock, I completely forgot about it. I could maybe defend earth from Eggman if I survive but could I live with this choice?.." I felt stress was getting to me, I might not have the best relationship with the others. But they are my allies perhaps even friends.

But…Maria…I promised her to protect the planet…I can't allow it to perish there was no other choice I knew that.

The second option would let Sonic and the rest to live, that in turn would trap them in the ark and eventually kill them. I felt helpless, I can't save those I care about again. I fell down to my fours as my heart pounded faster.

"Time is running out Shadow you must decide." He mocked pressing the buttons to make it all worse…but...wait hold on…I am immortal there is still one way!

"I take option three." I smirk as I get up on my feet letting out a small chuckled upon seeing his shocked expression. The plan could possibly prove my immortality wrong, but it was worth a shot.

I break the glass with my fist ignoring the radioactivity that hits me. It fortunately didn't seep out from the pillar instead aimed for my body like electricity attracted to water.

"Wait what are you doing Shadow?!" The doctor yelled as he was unaware what I was planning. I gritted my teeth as I knew this would hurt a lot but everyone depended on it. I let my finger touch the red emerald and the chaos energy reacted. It stopped pulsing through the tubes and went straight into my body.

I gasped as it felt nothing like going super form. I clenched my eyes shut as I started to glow and could feel blood sipping out from my nose and ears. The pain was indescribable and I tried my hardest not to faint. I was now the ticking bomb instead, controlling this was near impossible. The energy might have stopped feeding the machine but it still depended on it. I simply stole its energy completely.

There was only one way to get rid of this amount of energy without killing anyone.

"CHAOS CONTROL!" I yelled and felt myself drifting away from the location taking the emeralds with me. It was too strong for me to control space and time with this amount of energy. I could only allow it to take me to whatever place and time it wanted.

Teleporting usually appeared to me as instant, but this was like an endlessly trip into oblivion. It felt like a void, was I even real? The pain coursed through my body like a gateway and it just didn't stop! I couldn't make out any sound even if I was sure I screamed. Or maybe that was just my imagination? I couldn't focus… the access to my memories were blocked only pain and misery remained.

I knew I was drifting off somewhere, there was always a different feeling of surroundings. It didn't relate to my pain but something told me so. I could only believe the feeling was true while everything else was surreal.

I don't know how long this went on but it was slowing down, that fact caught me by surprise I thought this was it! I started to fear this unknown reason of weakening the energy. Why? It startled me, this was all I knew. What would happen when it was gone?

The pain started to fading along with it but I didn't want it stop! But I was helpless…Things that previously had been blurry became more clear and sharper and I could see forests Buildings and skies….but it kept on changing like a picture being replaced with another in front of me.

The images of my surroundings were slowing down and I knew it would eventually stop somewhere in an unknown location. Maybe it wasn't too bad after all? I was feeling more enthusiastic in approval of this sudden change.

Nothing was recognizable but I knew what to make out of it and how I don't know. Why don't I remember anything? I could finally get a view of my own body and touched the black furred arms that also owned a red stripe. Even my legs had that pattern! A golden ring like a bracelet was attached to my wrists and ankles. I also owned a pair of shoes that was slightly burned on a few places.

My eyes soon noticed a little white tuff of chest fur that seemed a bit out of place.

I placed my right hand on the forehead before tracing the quills that were tilting upwards. The sensation was comforting and I continue to gently brush it.

I soon discovered that the middle quills were different and pointed downwards.

My attention turned to the features but I couldn't pin point my full appearance. All I could do was stroke my muzzle in wonder.

I blinked as I noticed seven emeralds surrounding me defying gravity while spinning around. I touched one of them but received a painful zap through my body.

I pulled back quickly and glared at it although the feeling was familiar, must have been the reason of the previous torture.

The pain was gone and it was nice to be fully free from agony. I gasped as the emeralds abrupt stopped in midair with me trapped in the middle of them.

We levitated high above a large sea, out of all places to stop. I tried to move out from the grasp the emeralds held on me with no success. It was almost like they were taunting me.

I reached out to the red emerald and took a tight grip. However it refused to budge. I yelped as it zapped me again.

The situation was frustrating and could only cross my arms while taking in my surroundings. Landing in the middle of an ocean was certainly not appealing. I fortunately spot an island further ahead.

Gentle breeze brushed my fur and I couldn't deny it was enjoyable.

The emeralds suddenly flew up to the sky and shot off to different directions.

Without warning I crashed down to the sea with a loud splash. I thankfully managed to hold my breath before getting underwater. My eyes widened as a burning sensation spread across my body. Was something wrong with the water?!

I almost gulped down water when it got worse. It hurt and I didn't dare to move and make it worse.

An unfamiliar aquatic creature swam across my view that was somewhat bigger than me. Its scales were teal and shimmer in the light.

I made a swift spin as it almost grazed my face with its fin. It didn't give off as a predator but the size was still terrifying nothingness. All I knew was I had to get out of there!

I ignored the pain and forced my legs to kick me up to surface. The lungs didn't have much oxygen left and I started to panic. I thankfully managed to get my head above the water to take a big breath.

I brought up my hand to rub my lips free from saltwater as my legs kept kicking underwater. My eyes glanced down to see another fish of its kind. But something was off with the water. It was slightly red, I was bleeding!

I didn't get a great view of the injuries but it looked like gashes. It didn't help with the amount of salt licking it either.

My eyes turned to the island further ahead pleading for rescue. A flashback hits me granting the forgotten abilities. I didn't question it as it came naturally.

I sighed in gratitude before I started to swim towards the land in sight. All I could think of was my missing memory. I tried to recollect it but only got a grasp of my name, Shadow. So I had an identity after all.

The water was getting shore as I closed in and turned to walk instead. The skates were a heavy burden underwater as it touched the sand. But eventually I reached the beach.

I groaned with the filthy feeling of saltwater in my fur. Not to mention the burning injures that already tried to heal. The extra weight of water trailed down my body. I tried to shake it off with little success.

There were no habitants around but proof of civilization was found as varies items were lying on the beach.

Not to mention a strong stench of mobians, if my memory serves me right. The memories seemed to return in fragments but in fast pace. If this kept up I will know who I am in no time!

I turned my attention to the forest ahead. But didn't detect a road nearby, and enter unknown territory might have its consequences.

My ears perked as I heard a buzzing in a distance, sounded very familiar. The vibes oddly enough felt threatening.

But the need to investigate was necessary.

So I entered the forest that was completely quiet other than the buzzing.

I quickly approached it but made sure to stay hidden. Whatever reason I got such gut feeling had to be handled with caution.

Stealth was the first thing that came to mind as I made my way towards it. I hid behind one tree to another while scanning the area.

As I got close enough I stopped and tried to detect unknown creature. I pressed my back against the bark before I peeked to the direction.

The noise was coming from a robot bee above the canopy. I didn't find its appearance "dangerous" nor was the technology impressive either. The bee owned a sting that appeared to be a rail gun, not advanced but enough to do harm.

It felt primitive and a waste of time trashing it. It suddenly turned around with its glowing red eyes staring down at me.

"Sonic the hedgehog detected." It buzzed and decided to approach. I was baffled, heat detector perhaps? But who is Sonic? I went out from my hiding place as it obviously found me but mistook me for someone else.

It fired its laser beam without hesitation as it got a clear shot. It was laughably slow, I evaded it before I curled into a homing attack completely ripping through its weak protection.

I landed softly on the ground only to see more of them. Just like real bees attack in group.

I didn't mind though I was interested to put my skills to test. I dodged the incoming lasers before I cast a weak spear at the nearest bee. It got wiped out with no evidence of existing.

"fascinating." I smirked as I looked down on my hand before clenching it.

A distress signal escaped them as they weren't familiar with the attack. I didn't want to stress my body any further though. So I quickly finished them off with a swift homing attack.

I landed on my feet and chuckled at my work. The trashed robots were almost unrecognizable. It might not been the most thrilling battle but I wasn't in the state of one anyways.

My ebony ears perked as voices emerged further ahead coming towards me.

Hiding was pointless besides didn't seem to be robots anyhow.

A blue and a pink hedgehog along with a red steroid echidna showed up.

I could also sense another but were hiding among the trees for some reason, scared or paranoid? The quills from the blue hog were pointing downwards, similar to my own middle ones. It was definitely a male. He wore a scarf along with sneakers and gloves that were covered in bandages.

Annoyance grew, did I know him? All I was sure about was that I didn't tolerate him. The pink one however was a bit better but not attracting my attention. She was wearing a red dress that didn't go to well with the bright pink fur of hers.

I did however have a weird respect for the red echidna but at the same time felt wrong placed. A nagging feeling…why isn't my memories returning like before!?

"Did you take them down all alone!?" The pink one asked as she took a closer look at my work. Was it that remarkable? They were weak primitive and not even worth bragging about.

"Yes." I replied and crossed my arms while I kept my eyes on the blue hedgehog. I however was forced to turn my attention to the pink hog as she approached with eyes scanning my body.

"You are hurt!" She gasped and I backed away before she got a chance to touch me. I growled at her lack of personal space. My injuries were from the emeralds not the robots.

"Stop being so paranoid you are worse than sticks now. Let me take a look at it" I glared at the female hog, the wounds were already healing. Not sure what the fuss was all about.

"Oh wow you are completely messed up. They really got you good." The blue hedgehog taunted for some reason. I frowned and shake my head slowly.

"I had these injures before I destroyed the robots. None of them inflicted harm." I said honestly while he simply rolled his eyes in disbelief. What is his problem? I noticed his gaze travel to the female hog and I put the puzzle together.

He was jealous, perhaps even having a thing for this female hog? I mentally smirked I will enjoy this little mind game. The blue hog brought this up to himself anyhow. Allowing her to patch me up wasn't an appeal idea though.

I sighed before I uncrossed my arms again and nodded to the female.

"Fine you may, but don't burden yourself. My healing capacity will finish it quickly." I said trying to sound reasonably friendly. I could tell it worked though. She smiled like this was the best day of her life.

"Oh don't worry about me I am a skillful nurse. I will get you in shape in no time." I tried not to flinch when she touched my chest carefully. Not only because she was near a fresh open wound but also cause her closeness made me uncomfortable.

I felt the blue hog glare at me with hate, oh yes this was worth it. A familiar feeling of success was victorious, why I don't know. I heard her mumbling something to herself as she examines my wounds. The echidna left the group to kick the random robots and laughed as they made weird sounds.

I completely ignored the female that hunched down. My thoughts were occupied with the reason my mind declared the echidna worth respect.

But my attention forcefully returned to the female hog as her hands was getting near my lower part.

My quills rose up threatening, but before I could react the blue hog pulled her away from me.

I resisted a tremble in disgust as I eyed the hedgehogs. I felt embarrassed to say the least and gritted my teeth together.

How could I have lowered my guard that greatly!?

I wasn't surprised that the other hog reacted to her actions quickly.

She responded with a gasp as her close observation was interrupted.

The blue hog sent death glares at me like it was my fault. I would have smirked if it wasn't for the fact that I felt disturbed with the ordeal. Instead I sighed and crossed my arms trying to brush it off as nothing.

"Sonic what are you doing?" She finally asked not pleased with his stunt. He gave her an innocent smile and let her go.

"I think it's better Tails check the wounds. He also has the equipment." Sonic ended while I on the other hand mentally facepalmed. The female took it as I expected…the wrong way.

"What!? You don't believe in me?! I am ten times better than him!" She clenched her fists and glared at Sonic.

"No that's…that's not what I meant!" He put up his hands in defense and hoped it would calm her down, it didn't.

Instead she without warning grabbed my hand and pulled me to walk. I quickly removed it causing her to turn around.

"What? You don't you believe in me aswell?" She asked in frustration.

"I am capable of walking thank you very much, so lead the way." I said without sharing my opinion about her skills in the subject. She sighed and nodded but her mood didn't change.

"Come on knuckles we are done here." Sonic muttered before they followed us.

"Awww…but it was funny." He whined like a kid, the respect for this echidna felt delusional. Perhaps he just looked similar to someone I knew?

We finally arrived to a house that looked more like a hut located near the sea. I remained silent as we entered, not even a tiny fragment of memory returned. I was even certain I knew these mobians. They didn't prove to know me though. The female stopped in the living room and turned around.

"Oh I am sorry I forgot to introduce us! How rude of me." I mentally rolled my eyes, I already knew their names exepct the pink one. Her name was yet to be spoken so an introduction might not be a bad idea after all.

"My name is Amy rose, and that's Sonic and Knuckles." She pointed at them while the echidna gave me a wave. I nodded and could just sense her curious eyes on me.

"Sooo….what's your name?"

"Shadow" I frowned as the other male hog almost burst out laughing. My name was certainly better than Sonic! How dare he mock me! I sent him a glare but brought my attention back to the female.

"Okay Shadow… first thing first! You need to take a shower." She pointed out which I couldn't agree more.

The echidna just sat down on the couch and activated some game ignoring us completely. He was living in his own world.

Sonic however was getting very defensive around the pink hog. Amy was certainly not his mate. His scent weren't even attached to the female hog.

Guess he either didn't dare to share his so called feelings or already been completely rejected.

"Follow me." She said and hurried off, Sonic continuously gave me hateful glares. I was surprised Amy didn't notice it but I suppose his insult before caused her to ignore him.

Sonic tagged along for obvious reasons, he didn't trust me. And probably suspected me to take advantage of her. I smirk amused causing him to growl lowly enough for me to hear. We entered the bathroom that both had a bathtub and shower.

I stared at my reflection and realized why Sonic was so worked up. First of I am a hedgehog although I already figured that one out. Secondly I am extremely attractive, not that I want to brag about it. Plus we have similar features, wonder if he had some sort of powers as well…

"Shadow I will give you new attire since it looks like whatever fight you had before ruined them. That's the least we can do as thanks for saving the village before the robots attacked. Go ahead and take a shower I will put it outside."

So that's why she cared so much, I am some sort of hero? Probably also bothers the blue hog, a handsome hero. Wouldn't that classify me as a potential rival towards this pink hog? Undoubtable. ...

Sonic closed the door as Amy left and quickly locked it. Before I could prepare myself the hedgehog leaped at me. His hands grabbed my wrists and pushed me backwards until I hit the wall.

His name meant something after all this hedgehog was fast! So that answered my question.

I tried to break free but the position wasn't in my favor. My hands were tightly together above my head. The injures greatly handicapped me.

I gritted my teeth as he was to close for my liking. Our muzzle almost touched as he leaned down.

"You are wrong if you think you can come around here and act like a hero." He growled but I knew it wasn't the main reason he did this.

I stayed calm and simply glared into his green eyes. Sonic tighten his grip of my wrists ready to break them. I refused to let out a sound in distress and endured it.

I frowned in frustration and tried to push him away with no success. He chuckled at my attempt, this was not on fair terms. I could easily shove him away if I wasn't so injured!

"Well aren't you weak Shadow." I deepened my frown but remained silent instead which proved quite effective.

Sonic grimace in annoyance, he wanted to desperately rill me up.

"And not to mention…very short." I growled loudly, I hadn't noticed that until now.

Sonic was much taller than me was that a normal length? Even Amy was slightly taller than me now when I think about it, perhaps I am short for our race?

"What do you want?!" I finally let out trying not to lose my temper. Sonic gave me a surprised expression before he chuckled.

"Isn't it obvious?" He rolled his eyes when I remained silent. His expression changed to bewildered when I slowly shake my head.

Sonic suddenly released me, I instantly rubbed my sore wrists. I did not need another bruise to tend! The reaction from him surprised me though.

Although I was just grateful he finally released me.

Sonic backed off and scanned my body up and down as if searching for something. He put his hand under his jaw pondering.

"Are you a pure hedgehog?" He suddenly asked out of the blue what did that have to do with anything?!

"Of course I am!" I defended which in turn made him curious rather than frustrated like before. I was clearly missing something. He shakes his head without a word before leaving the bathroom. What the hell just happened?