The Rose's not allowing their names to be changed is an accident. I stupidly called female characters Rose is an earlier fic (not on this site) called A Rose by any other name. They were intended to be Amy's ancestors but I overlooked the fact that their names would change when they got married.

NB this isn't the end. Watch this space for another update.

All copyright info is in Chapter 1.

The 3 Shadows, Final Episode - Ultimate Life

Chapter 10 - The age of Shadows is over, the age of Heroes has just begun

So that was it the tale of a Hedgehog, a fox and a bat who stopped a mad professor from taking over the Earth. But this would not be the last time heroes would rise to the challenge of stopping an evil Doctor.

45 years on the effects of Gerald were back in full force. His Grandson Ivo grew up to become the greatest villian the world has ever known. An egg shaped man with an admiration for his grandfathers diabolical schemes plotted to take over the world. Where Gerald Robotnik wanted destruction and revenge, Ivo Robotnik wanted to rule with an Iron fist. With his army of Robots at his side the world would've sucumb to the Eggman Empire. Crumbled at the Genius of Dr. Eggman. That is of course if there wasn't heroes to stand up against him.

The Grandson of Emerald the Chameleon, Espio, made friends with a Crocodile named Vector and a Bee named Charmy. The three worked together solving crimes. Espio's speedy ninja skills acquired from his grandmother had come in handy as he worked along side the strong Vector and the agile Charmy. Together they were known as the Chaoatix Crew and they would face Eggman occasionally.

The Rose women never allowed their names to be changed, and as such Ruby's Granddaughter would also be named Rose. Fighting alongside the grandchild of Diamond the Rabbit and a large Purple cat the three would be known as Team Rose. Amy Rose, Cream the Rabbit and Big the cat would become a team of often overlooked heroes that would run into Eggman quite a lot, Amy Rose in Particular. But with the giant hammer she inherited, Amy proved Eggman was no match for her.

Eggman created a series of Robots known as the E-series. Some aspects were obviously inspired by Gerald's creations as they would be known as codes like E-102 and E-123. These would be known as the E-series and the last of this line is E-123 Omega, a thorn in Eggman's side now as he teamed up with some interesting characters.

One being Joz and Sapphire's grandchild Rouge. Having traits of both bat hunters she has become known for her brilliant spy skills and has often been hired to spy on others, just like her Grandmother. She also has an unhealthy desire for Jewels and can sense items of wealth just like her Grandfather Joz. One assignment proved very interesting for her indeed.

You see eventually he would be released on the promise of bringing destruction to Earth. I am of course referring to Shadow himself who was released by Eggman after he read his granfather's diary. Rouge was sent to spy on him and Eggman as they plotted to take over the world with the Eclipse Cannon. Little did they know that Shadow wasn't intent on help Eggman take control of the world, he was set on destroying it. Only the words of Amy changed his minds as her desparate plee reminded him of what Maria's wish actually was.

Shadow added his speed to the agility of Rouge and the immense power of Omega as they all teamed up to form Team Dark. They too would face Eggman occasionally; sometimes they were even on his side. But doubts are there on whether or not this latest Shadow is indeed the real Shadow that fought beside Joz and Miles. Many thought he died saving the Earth from destruction as ARK fell out of orbit on a crash course with Earth. Nethertheless these three have become a team feared by everyone, including Eggman and the new hero.

But the most high profile of these hero teams comes in the form of an Echidna, a fox and a Hedgehog. Beside the Master Emerald was a red egg, this hatched almost as if it was fate. As soon as the Master Emerald seemed like it was in danger, he appeared ready to protect it. The red echidna Knuckles became the strength of this legenary hero side. With immense strength given to him by the gods and the ability to sense items of wealth like Joz, he has become one of Eggman's toughest Enemies, but also his most deadly ally at one point.

Joz wasn't the only one of the 3 Shadows to raise a family. Miles too had a grandchild with an important part to play. He would become the new hero's sidekick and best friend. He had two tails and a passion for machinery just like his grandfather. However something tragic happened when he was a baby that made Miles assume his grandson was dead. Named after his grandfather Miles "Tails" Prower became a hero in his own right, and while he is the sidekick he is known for his bravery and heroics.

There was however one more individual that overshadowed them all. He is known for his speed and good heart. He is known as Sonic the hedgehog. Yes that Sonic the Hedgehog, the one that almost killed Shadow and destroyed the world became the greatest hero Earth has ever known. Miles had finished him just in time, turning him from Evil to Good. Leaving Sonic with the Tornado, Miles disappeared never to be heard from again. Sonic teamed up with Tails and Knuckles and the three fought Eggman as the Sonic Heroes.

Time seems to repeat itself as once again a hedgehog that could run at sonic speeds and manipulate chaos; a fox that could fly with two tails and build great machines; and a hunter with legenadry skills take center stage to fight a Robotnik with evil intentions.

The age of Shadows is over; the age of Heroes is now.

THE END.