Episode 45: Anti- Sonic Reborn - Scourge the Hedgehog
One afternoon, Eve is running through Green Hills with Jazz the Chao on her head. Eve speeds almost at March 1, practically the speed of sound. Eve runs over loop de loops, jumps over a ramp and lands on the other side. Then continues to run over multiple hills.
Eve looks up to see Jazz, "You doing alright, girl?"
"Chao Chao," Jazz happily says.
"That's what I like to hear. Let's put it to the max," Eve happily says.
Eve then accelerates her speed as she runs on the river across the river. Then she reaches the Great Forest and goes through the trees.
At the lookout tower of the Great Forest, Tails and Cosmo are on the lookout. Usually they keep an eye out for Dr. Eggman's robot, but this time they're trying to keep an eye out for a certain hedgehog.
Tails asks, "Do you see her?"
"Not yet. I sure hope she doesn't get back too soon. We're almost done with the preparations," Cosmo says.
"With her super speed, Eve will be here very soon," Tails says.
Cosmo nods her head with a smile, "It's really exciting. I'm sure that Eve will love it."
"I agree. I'm a little surprised that Shadow and Sonic were able to plan this together without fighting,... too much," Tails says.
"I agree. But when it comes to Eve, I think they're able to put up with their distance close together," Cosmo says.
The two continue to be on the lookout for Eve with the binoculars. Suddenly, Tails sees Eve running through the forest.
Tails says, "There she is."
"Really?" Cosmo asks.
"Yeah. She's going to Freedom HQ," Tails says.
Then holds out Cosmo's hand, "Let's go tell the others."
"Right," Cosmo says, taking Tail's hand.
Tails and Cosmo head to a slide and slide down it until they and on the ground. Then they hurry to Freedom HQ. Cosmo and Tails run into the building and close the door behind them.
Sonic walks over, "Hey Tails. Cosmo. What's going on?"
"Eve's coming this way. She'll be here any minute," Tails says.
"Right on time. We got everything set up and everyone is here," Sonic says.
Right on cue, they hear a knock on the door. Sonic walks over and opens the door to see Eve with Jazz the Chao on her head.
"Hi Eve," Sonic says.
"Hi Sonic. Nicole called me that you need me here right away," Eve says.
"She's right in here," Sonic says, moving out of the way.
Eve walks in, "So what's the big emergency. You said that I need to come to Freedom HQ as soon as I can."
Eve turns her head to see her friends and family from the city and Station Square. Everyone moves out of the way revealing a white cake with Eve's face on it.
Everyone shouts, "Surprise!"
Then streamers pop out and gently land on the ground.
"Whoa! What's all this?" Eve asks, surprised.
"It's your birthday party," Sonic says.
Confused, Eve says, "But our birthday isn't until a couple of more months?"
"That's because it isn't a birthday party for you and faker there," Shadow says, walking to Eve, holding Shun in his arms.
Then says, "You probably don't remember, but this is the day you were born, well created anyway. This is my real birthday. I… I thought it will be alright if we could celebrate your real birthday."
"You planned my birthday party?" Eve asks with a smile.
Shadow gives Eve Shun and she holds him in her arms.
Sonic wraps his arm around Sonic, "He did, and he asked me personally to help set up the party, since I know you better than he does."
"Right Shadow," Sonic questions, poking his finger at Shadow's forehead.
Shadow growls in anger, "Get your finger off my face before I rip it off of your hand!"
"Now now," Eve calmly says.
Fiona says, "Sonic and Shadow told us what they're planning and we got everyone into helping out set this party at Freedom HQ."
Then presents a present to Eve, "Happy Birthday Eve."
"Thanks guys, I… I really love it," Eve says.
"Knew you would. Come on, let's have ourselves a party," Sonic says.
Everyone cheers happily and begins to start the party. The party begins without a hitch. Everyone is having food, playing games, playing music. Eve is sitting on the floor with Sonic, Shadow, Sonia, Manic, Amy, Sally, Tails, Cosmo, Fiona, and Nic as they catch the babies playing together.
"Gotta admit, the little ones sure are cute and they get along great," Nic says.
"They are so cute," Cosmo says.
"Thanks. I think they're cute too," Eve says.
Amy asks, "So Eve, were you surprised?"
"I was. I guess I'm used to having my birthday parties with Sonic, I forgot about my real birth date," Eve says.
"Guess that means you get to have two birthdays," Manic says.
"Let's not get carried away," Eve says, winking her eyes.
"Well, after we have some fun, the Sonic Underground are going to give everyone a show, and as the birthday girl and lead singer, you're going on stage," Sonic says.
"No surprises there," Manic says.
Sally looks around, "I wonder where Rouge is. Isn't she coming?"
"I told her about the party, but she said that she isn't able to make it," Shadow says.
Then presents Eve a small box, "But she wanted me to give you this."
"Okay. Tell Rouge thank you when you see her," Eve says.
"I wonder what she's up to. We know Knuckles and the Chaotix are busy on a mission, and will be back later. I wonder what Rouge is doing that she isn't able to come," Sonic says.
"I'm hoping she isn't getting herself into trouble, again," Eve says.
On Angel Island, in the hidden altar of the Master Emerald, Rouge descends from a hole on the ceiling and plans to take the Master Emerald, again. Since the last attempt, she decides to try a different approach.
As she lands on the stairs Rouge thinks, "Now this is more like it."
She walks to the emerald as she thinks, "Let the master thief steal the gem and leave the decoy duties to…"
However, a mysterious shadow appears from the other side, causing Rouge to stop. She becomes shocked to see Sonic., but wears a black leather jacket and wears different shoes. He tries to take the emerald but notices Rouge in the same place.
Rouge exclaims, "Evil Sonic?!"
"... "Oh, snap. Locke didn't catch you?" Anti-Sonic says.
Rouge places her hands on her hips and angrily says, "I thought you said you'll distract him while I go for the emerald!"
"I didn't see him, so I figure he'd gotten to you already," Anti-Sonic angrily says.
Suddenly, someone says, "Ahem."
They both turn their heads to see Locke at the bottom of the stairs. This echidna Guardian is not very pleased to see them at all and figures what their objective is.
"My patience has worn thin," Locke sternly says.
"Give me a break," Anti-Sonic groans.
Back at the birthday party, everyone is having a great time. Close to one of the walls of Freedom HQ, Sonic, Manic, Eve, and Sonia set up their instruments. Soon, they set them up.
"Alright, we got the instruments set up, ready to start the show?" Sonic asks.
Sonia stands in front of her keyboard, "Ready."
Manic uses his drumsticks to hit the drums, "Let's rock and roll."
Eve places her microphone and places a violin next to her feet.
"Ready," Eve says.
Sally, Amy, Bunnie, Antoine, Cosmo, Tails, and Shadow walk over to see everyone all set.
"Are you ready for the show?" Sally asks.
"We are," Eve says.
Amy notices the violin, "Hey Eve, I didn't know you played the violin."
"I actually used to play with a few instruments when I was younger. The flute, violin, and a little bit on the harp. I do more than just sing," Eve says.
"That's true," Amy replies.
Manic grabs the microphone, "Hey New Mobotropolis, it's time for Sonic Underground to give you a snow. Our birthday girl will be singing one of her new hit songs."
"Manic!" Sonia scolds.
Hearing the announcement catches everyone's attention and walks over to where the band is. Eve then grabs her violin and begins to play a little music. After playing a few seconds of music, the band begins to play the song, catching everyone's attention. Eve then begins to sing through the microphone.
Eve: Hedgehog:
Ichiban no negaigoto oshiete
(Tell me the object of your greatest desire)
Anata no hoshii mono
(The thing you want the most)
Hearing the song, everyone begins to become interested in it. Eve then continues to sing the song.
Eve: Hedgehog:
Boryuumu furikireru hodo tsuyoku
(The volume is loud enough to bust)
Ookina koe de sakendemite
(Shout with a loud voice its name)
Taiyou ga mezamenu uchi ni
(While the sun is not awake)
Hajimeyou sekai wa
(The world dances with)
Hikari ni tsukimatou kage to odoru
(The shadow that accompanies the light)
Sou kimi no te o totte
(I shall take your hand)
Eve continues to sing as Sonic, Sonia, and Manic continue to play their instruments.
Eve: Hedgehog:
Saa nani ga hoshii no?
(So, what is it that you want?)
Nani o motomeru no?
(What is it that you seek?)
Atsumeta kagayaki sono te no hira ni
(Those hands that have been gathering some glitter)
Subete tsukuitoru yogoreta yozora ni
(Scoop everything from this tarnished night sky)
Kuroi daiyamondo
(Black Diamond)
BURAKKU DAIYAMONDO
(Black Diamond)
Everyone in Freedom HQ continues to listen to Sonic Underground play their music. Unknown to them, something is coming in Freedom HQ's direction from under the ground. Under the earth something long and red is slithering there like a snake.
Back in Freedom HQ, everyone continues to clap and cheer to the music.
Eve: Hedgehog:
Furueru te de inori o sasagete
(Offer a prayer with those trembling hands)
Anata no hoshii mono
(The things you want the most)
Ishi no nai ningyou no you ja ne
(You're like a doll without a purpose, aren't you)
Namida datte nagasenai
(You don't even shed tears)
Kizutsuite mo uso darake demo
(Even if you're hurt Even if you're being lied to)
Kesshite kusshinai
(Decide and don't yield)
Honmono dake ga kagayaiteiru
(Only real things shall eventually come to shine)
Mienai chikara ni sakaratte
(Repelling the unseen energy)
Saa nani o utau no?
(So, what are you gonna sing?)
Nani o shinjiru no?
(What do you believe in?)
Mayotteiru dake ja garakuta ni naru
(Hesitation will turn you into garbage)
Subete furikitte yuganda yozora ni
(Break free from everything in this distorted night sky)
Kuroi daiyamondo
Everyone in the audience continues to clap and cheer for the show. Shadow simply stands as he leans against the wall with his arms crossed.
Eve: Hedgehog:
(Black Diamond)
BURAKKU DAIYAMONDO
(Black Diamond)
Eve then brings out her violin and begins to play a solo on it. Everyone is enjoying seeing Eve sing and play. Once she's done, Eve continues to sing.
Eve: Hedgehog:
Saa nani ga hoshii no?
(So, what is it that you want?)
Nani o motomeru no?
(What is it that you seek?)
Atsumeta kagayaki sono te no hira ni
(Those hands that have been gathering some glitter)
Subete tsukuitoru yogoreta yozora ni
(Scoop everything from this tarnished night sky)
Kuroi daiyamondo
(Black Diamond)
BURAKKU DAIYAMONDO
(Black Diamond)
After the song, everyone claps and cheers for the great show. Suddenly, they hear a loud banging sound.
"What in tarnation is that?" Bunnie asks.
"It's coming from outside," Eve says.
Sonic, Eve, Shadow, and Sally are the first to hurry out of Freedom HQ. They suddenly feel the ground shaking from under them. Just then a giant long robot sprouts from under the ground. The group gasps in shock to see a red long robot rise from the ground. When it comes out, it not only has a long red body, but its head is large and has a nostril that looks like a blaster.
"Two words: Egg Viper," Sonic says.
Shadow facepalm his forehead in reply.
Back at the altar, Rouge and Anti-Sonic begin to head towards Locke. Rouge flies using her wings and Anti-Sonic spin dash.
"We have to stop meeting like this, Locke," Rouge says.
"Hit him before he uses his wacky voodoo!" Anti-Sonic says.
However, Locke's Chaos energy glows from his right hand and uses it to strike Anti-Sonic and cancels out his spin a result, Anti-Sonic hits his head after the fall.
Then Locke turns to Rouge, "First rule of a Guardian: Deal with the largest threat first."
"Flattering will get you nowhere, old man," Rouge says with a smirk.
Rouge and Locke charge at each other and begin to fight against each other. Locke is proven to be stronger than Rouge since he is able to cancel her screw kick. Rouge then tries to kick him, but Locke blocks him with his fist. While Rouge is distracting, Locke, Anti-Sonic walks up the stairs and stands on top of the Master Emerald
Rouge angrily says, "Evil Sonic! Give me a hand!"
"Sorry Rouge, but this hedgehog gets first dibs on the goods," Anti-Sonic comments.
"You jerk!" Rouge shouts in anger.
Anti-Sonic then begins to concentrate his energy as he stands on the Master Emerald.
"Woo-hah! So this gem powers feels awesome!" Anti-Sonic calls out.
Locke quickly turns his head in shock to see the Anti-Sonic is channeling the Master Emerald's power.
"Looks like your priorities just shifted," Rouge says.
Then mutters, "Serves you right, traitor."
Locke hurries up the stairs to the top of the altar as he channels the Chaos Energy from his arm.
Locke then strikes Anti-Sonic on his stomach with his spiked hand, "Get off the Master Emerald!"
Anti-Sonic falls to the ground behind the altar as Locke lands on the ground close to the emerald.
Locke then turns to Rouge with anger, "You both had your chance."
"You like to play it rough, huh? Let's go!" Rouge says.
With that, Locke and Rouge begin to fight again.
Meanwhile in Freedom HQ, Sonic, Eve, and the Freedom Fighters are shocked to see the snake-like robot in front of them. Fiona, Nic, Amy, Tails, Cosmo, and the rest of the Freedom Fighters gather outside to see the snake.
"That is one big varnment," Nic says, holding out her blaster.
Eve brings out her sword, "I saw let's finish this snake before it begins to give us problems."
"Agree. Let's turn the snake into scrap metal and get back to the party," Sonic says.
The Egg Viper begins to charge at them. The Freedom Fighters quickly dodge out of the way. Eve brings out her Master Emerald Sword and swings it at the body of the viper. Then Bunnie flies in the air and with Nic who is on the ground, fires their blaster at the head of the robotic beast. Sonic and Shadow jump in the air and together, they spin dash under the chin like an uppercut. Tails also spin dash, but at a different spot. Amy activates her hammer as she screams and slams it at the Egg Viper's tail. Antoine brings out his sword and together with Bunnie and Eve, strike at the Egg Viper's back.
Eve takes deep breaths, "That robot is tougher than it looks."
Just then, the snake rises up and begins to dive down towards them.
"Look out!" Cosmo screams.
Everyone moves out of the way as the Egg Viper burrows underground.
"Everyone keep your guard up! The Egg Viper could attack us from underground!" Sally calls out.
Back at the Master Emerald altar, Rouge and Locke continue to brawl against each other. Unknown to them, Anti-Sonic begins to walk past the altar, but seems different.
Anti-Sonic says, "The Hedgehog gets first dibs, Rouge."
Rouge and Locke stop fighting and become surprised, but for different reasons.
"Evil Sonic…?" Rouge asks, stunned.
"Not quite, babe," Anti-Sonic says, adjusting his sunglasses.
Then says with a smirk, "But a real scourge all the same."
Anti-Sonic is now very different from before. His fur is green and his eyes change to a blue color. His shoes also changed to green and black, and no longer red and black. Anti-Sonic also has two scars on his stomach when Locke attacked him. With his new look, he is now: Scourge the Hedgehog.
Rouge becomes surprised and says, "You've… changed."
"For the better babe, no more lame 'evil twin' shtich for me," Scourge says.
"You'll be thrown out just as easily," Locke angrily says and charges to strike Scourge.
Scourge then glares at Locke and begins to attack him. First he punches Locke in the face. Then he kicks him on the stomach. And finally, he elbowed the back of the guardian's head. Soon, Locke falls to the ground, knocked out.
Scourge lifts his glasses up, and says with a smirk on his face, "Try that again, old man."
Scourge then begins to approach Locke to finish the job.
Rouge grabs his arm and says, "Whoa whoa whoa! Hold on! We do what it takes, but we don't kill."
"Oh, come on. Rouge…" Scourge says, annoyed.
"You want to run with me? Then no body count," Rouge sternly says.
"Spoil sport," Scourge mutters, frustrated.
Then says, "Fine. I've got a wuss to crush."
Scourge takes Rouge's hand and they walk up to the Master Emerald?"
"Sonic?" Rouge asks.
"Scourge Rouge. That's what I'm calling myself," Scourge says.
"Right? So Scourge? How do you plan on getting to New Mobotropolis that fast?" Rouge asks.
Scourge smirks, "Just following my instinct, babe. Let's see if intuition pans out."
Once close to the Master Emerald, Scourge wraps his arm around Rouge, and places his other hand on the Master Emerald.
He channels the power and shouts, "Chaos Control!"
With a flash of green light the two disappeared.
Back outside of the city, Sonic, Eve, and the others are still searching for that snake robot. When a flash of green light catches their attention.
"What's that?" Eve asks.
"Is that… Chaos Control?" Shadow questions.
When the flash of green light disappears, it reveals Rouge and a new green hedgehog.
"Rouge?" Shadow asks, confused.
"Who is this guy with her?" Sonic asks, confused.
The green hedgehog smirks, "Evil Sonic? Anti-Sonic? Old news now. The new hotness is a real Scourge."
"Scourge? Anti-Sonic? Evil Sonic?" Eve says.
Then gasps, "Wait, you're the Anti-Sonic, but… you look… different…"
"Yeah. What's with the fur-dye and the new jacket. Not like it's gonna make you tough," sonic remarks.
"A sampling of the Master Emerald makes all the difference," rouge says.
"Dude Knuckles won't like that," Sonic says.
"I'll handle him the same as his old man," Scourge says.
"Well, Knuckles is really not going to like that when he gets back from his mission," Eve angrily says.
"Yeah. We happen to like Knux's dad. We'll stomp you on his behalf," Sonic says.
"Bring it on, punk," Scourge says, showing an evil grin.
Suddenly, the ground begins to rumble on the ground. Just then, the Snake-bot comes out from the ground and coils around the four hedgehogs.
"Great, we forgot about dealing with the Egg-Viper," Eve sternly says.
"What is that?" Rouge asks.
"It's Eggman's Egg-Viper he sent to get rid of us," Eve answers as she and the four hedgehogs struggle to break free from the snake's coils.
Rouge sighs, and says, "This is getting way too old for Eggman to send his robots to do his dirty work."
Sonic then turns to Scourge, "Quick truce to finish this up?"
"Works for me," Scourge says.
With that, the four hedgehogs begin to spin dash and free themselves from the Viper's grasp. Then they all spin dash through the monster and make rips around its body. The snake hisses like it's screaming in agony. Soon, the Egg-Viper is destroyed and down for the count.
"Record time! Nice work, faker," Sonic says.
"Hmph," Shadow replies.
Eve sighs, "You two never change."
"Now then…" Scourge says, walking Sonic.
"… The reason we're all here," Scourge says, and punches Sonic on the face.
"Cheap Shot!" Sonic comments.
With that, Sonic and Scourge begin to fight. Sonic dodges as Scourge tries to attack him. They both then spin dash and ram each other around Freedom HQ. Soon, Scourge manages to kick Sonic in the face.
He shouts, "Ha! At last! Eat turf, Blue."
Before Scourge can attack, Shadow grabs on to his jacket.
"So you're the Anti-Sonic my sister told me about," Shadow sternly says.
"Sister you say, I'm assuming you're one of Eve's relatives or something. You want a piece of this, too, stripes?" Scourge smirks.
He then grabs Shadow by his quills and tosses him to the ground. Eve gasps to see Shadow has been attacked, and brings out her sword to strike, but Scourge grabs a hold of it.
"Hello Eve, you look hot as ever," Scourge says with a smirk.
"Why you…" Eve angrily says.
Scourge then grabs Eve by her arms and stairs at her in the face, "You know, you're really hot when you fight like that. And cute making that angry look on your face."
Shadow stands on in anger to see Scourge hitting on his sister.
Shadow angrily says, "Grave mistake!"
Scourge turns to Shadow with a smirk and lets go of Eve and her sword. With that, they both begin to spin dash and ram each other. At the same time, the Freedom Fighters catch up and are shocked to see the fight. Soon, Sonic joins in on the fight. They both try to spin dash Scourge, but the green hedgehog spin dashes them and knocks them down.
Tired, Scourge says, "Ha! Tolja… I'd…"
Just then, Tails slams his fist on Scourge's head, knocking him down. Then Fiona, Nic, and Bunnie hurry to help.
"Go down, already!" Tails shouts.
"We've stood by long enough!" Fiona adds.
"Git him!" Bunnie adds.
Scourge becomes angry and grabs Tail by his fur. Before Fiona can attack, Rouge swings her leg at her, and Fiona quickly dodge.
Rouge turns to Scourge, "Okay, you've had your fun. We're out of here."
Scourge then speeds off as he grabs Rouge by the hand.
Rouge says, "hurry and teleport us back to Angel Island."
"I need a Chaos Emerald for that," Scourge says.
"Brilliant! Rouge groans.
"Just hold tight!" Scourge says.
Nic brings out her gun, "Not so fast!"
Then fires at Rouge and Scourge, but they are too fast for her to aim to hit.
"Thanks for the cavalry charge," Sonic says.
Fiona says, "Better late than never."
Eve helps Shadow up, "Shadow, are you...?"
Before she can finish, Shadow speeds off after Rouge and Scourge. As they speed through the woods, Rouge turns her head to see Shadow heading towards them.
"Step on it, Scourge! Shadow looks ticked!" Rouge says.
"Maybe if I didn't have the dead-weight to tow…" Scourge complains.
Suddenly, a Warp Ring appears in front of them, making the pair confused.
Scourge becomes surprised, "What the- where did this come from?"
"Don't question it, just be thankful! Quick! Inside!" Rouge calls out.
Scourge jumps through the Warp Ring taking Rouge with him. By the time Shadow arrives, the Warp Ring disappears, taking the two with them, and Shadow isn't pleased. Not long, Shadow returns to Eve and the others.
Elias says, "So much for the new base of operations."
"I promise guys, we'll have a better defense system online soon," Rotor says.
Shadow turns to Eve, "Are you alright?"
"I'm fine. I'm just worried about where Scourge is now at the moment and him being so close to my face. And why is Rouge with him of all people," Eve says.
"Rouge has some explaining when I get a hold of her," Shadow says.
Then sighs, "I'm sorry things didn't go out as planned."
"Yeah. So much for your birthday," Fiona sadly says.
"Sure things didn't work as planned, but everything turned out fine at the end. I mean, the base drew all of Eggman's fire from Knothole, and our families. We're all okay after three attacks. We're able to recover from worse, and we can do it again. We're still the Freedom Fighters after all," Eve says.
"You go, sis!" Sonic cheers.
"Thanks. Now let's go back inside and enjoy a great party," Eve says.
"Yeah!" Everyone cheers.
For the rest of the day, the Freedom Fighters have the blast at the party and continue late into the night. In their home, Shadow walks into the living room to see Eve, Sonic, baby Shun, Jazz, and the echidna twins are sleeping on the floor. Shadow walks over and hits down to see Eve sleeping with a smile on her face. Shadow simply smiles and pulls the covers over her.
Then whispers, "Happy Birthday Eve."
Shadow then leans to Eve and gently kisses her forehead. Then leaves the living room to let them sleep.
Earlier, Rouge and Scourge escape through a mysterious Warp Ring and land in what looks like an ancient ruin.
Rouge looks around and asks, "Where are we now?"
"I dunno. I didn't teleport us here," Scourge answers.
Suddenly, someone says, "No."
The Warp Ring shrinks as it bounces off the floor. Then flies to a wrist that is covered in Warp Rings.
The figure says, "I did."
"Thanks for the save, then," Rouge says.
"Yeah, but why?" Scourge asks.
"I'm hoping you'll join me in my ambitions," The figure says.
"Does it involve making the two hedgehogs and their buddies miserable?" Scourge asks, eagerly.
"In part," the figure says.
"Then I'm in…!" When do we start?" Scourge answers and rubs his hand together eagerly.
"Patience, Scourge. We must lay low for a time…" The figure says and steps forward.
The figure is revealed to be Dr. Finitevus, who has disappeared during the incident on Angel Island.
He smirks and says, "... And weather for the coming storm!"
Black Diamond: Shugo Chara
