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FCBD 2007 Free Comic Book Day 2007

"Unburying the Hatchet"

What could be better than Dr. Eggman's killer robot, Metal Sonic? How about the real thing! What has turned Sonic against his friends in Knothole, and who among our heroes has the power to stop the true blue hero-gone-bad?

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Tracy Yardley | Inks: Jim Amash
Colors: Jason Jensen | Letters: John Workman | Cover: Patrick Spaziante
Editor: Mike Pellerito | Managing Editor: Victor Gorelick | Editor-in-Chief: Richard Goldwater

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FCBD 2008 Free Comic Book Day 2008

Sonic the Hedgehog has been speeding his way through video games, TV, and comic books since 1992! He is undoubtedly one of the biggest cultural icons throughout the world. Now, Archie Comics is paying homage to the blue blur by taking us back to where it all began. With the overwhelming success and popularity of the Sonic Archives reprint series, we are proud to bring you a reprint of the first-ever Sonic comic from the ongoing series: Sonic The Hedgehog #1! In honor of this year's Free Comic Book Day, Archie is re-releasing the classic stories from this prized issue, but with a special bonus: the cover will be completely re-imagined with a modern "spin" by current Sonic artist, SPAZ!

Writer: Michael Gallagher | Pencils: Dave Manak | Inks: Bill White
Colors: Lyrad Namlede | Letters: Bill Yoshida | Cover: Patrick Spaziante
Editor: Daryl Edelman | Editor-in-Chief: Richard Goldwater

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FCBD 2009 Free Comic Book Day 2009

Here's your chance to take a look back at the long-running hit comic series that has been thrilling fans for over 15 years! What's the connection between Sonic and the Freedom Fighters? Who are Shadow the Hedgehog and Knuckles the Echidna? What's the deal with that Robotnik guy, and what's going on in the series now? Whether you're a new reader or a devoted fan, this is one issue you just can't miss!

Writer: Ian Flynn
Art: Patrick Spaziante, Tracy Yardley, Steven Butler, Art Mawhinney, Manny Galan, Dave Manak, Scott Shaw, Sam Maxwell, Al Bigley, Jon Gray & James Fry
Cover: Tracy Yardley
Editor: Mike Pellerito | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2010 Free Comic Book Day 2010

"Hide and Seek and Destroy"

Dr. Eggman has vanished – or has he? As Sonic searches for clues, he stumbles across an old weapon from the bygone days of his childhood. Will Dr. Eggman allow Sonic to be destroyed by this threat from yesteryear? Will Sonic discover the truth behind his old rival's disappearance? All the answers lie in this free issue!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: James Fry | Inks: Jim Amash
Colors: Matt Herms | Letters: Teresa Davidson | Cover: Tracy Yardley & Jason Jensen
Assistant Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor: Mike Pellerito | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2011 Free Comic Book Day 2011

"Rematch!"

Join the excitement with an ALL NEW "Free Comic Book Day" battle royal! Sonic goes to pay his respects for a fallen friend in the Southern Tundra and stumbles upon Ixis Naugus! How has the evil wizard managed to return? How can Sonic beat this magical master of the elements? All this plus exclusive new data files to tell you just who's who!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Steven Butler | Inks: Rick Bryant
Colors: Steve Downer | Letters: Patrick Williams | Cover: Tracy Yardley & Matt Herms
Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2012 Free Comic Book Day 2012

"Two Steps Back... (SPECIAL EDITION)"

Genesis may be over, but that doesn't mean Sonic has saved the day! The Death Egg II still menaces New Mobotropolis, and Dr. Eggman has one more sinister trick up his sleeve. It's a desperate race against time as Sonic and Sally try to prevent another world catastrophe, and the ending will leave you speechless.

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Ben Bates | Inks: Terry Austin
Colors: Matt Herms | Letters: John Workman | Cover: Tracy Yardley & Matt Herms
Assistant Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2013 Free Comic Book Day 2013

"When Worlds Collide, Part 0 of 12"

It's TWO free comic books in ONE! Just in time for the start of the epic Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man crossover event, "Worlds Collide," comes a primer issue exclusively for Free Comic Book Day! Witness the journey these two epic heroes from both Sega and Capcom took to finally meet each other - Mega Man's journey chronicled on one side, and Sonic the Hedgehog's on the other! This is the must-have primer for the biggest comic book event of 2013 - as video game icons Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man meet for the very first time anywhere - featuring art from both Sonic and Mega Man comic book fame!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Ryan Jampole & Evan Stanley | Inks: Various
Colors: Various | Letters: Various | Cover: Ben Bates
Assistant Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2014 Free Comic Book Day 2014

"Sonic Comic Origins"

It's TWO free comic books in ONE! Hot off the heels of the ultra-successful Sonic/Mega Man crossover event, "Worlds Collide", comes a showcase issue of the hottest new storylines in both characters' universes - exclusively for Free Comic Book Day! Sonic stars in "Blast to the Past" and the origin of his Freedom Fighters! Then, on the flipside of this issue, get ready for the "Mega Man X" crossover event with this primer story

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Lamar Wells | Inks: Gary Martin
Colors: Matt Herms | Letters: Jack Morelli | Cover: Tracy Yardley
Assistant Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2015 Free Comic Book Day 2015

"Into the Unknown"

Worlds Unite: Prelude! It’s TWO free comic books in ONE! Just in time for the start of the ALL-NEW epic Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man crossover event, “Worlds Unite,” comes a primer issue exclusively for Free Comic Book Day! The road to “Unite” began in the history-making “Worlds Collide” storyline, continued in 2013’s “DAWN OF X” storyline, and once again our heroes must meet — Mega Man’s journey chronicled on one side, and Sonic the Hedgehog’s on the other! This is the must-have primer for the biggest comic book event of 2015 — as two video game icons must come together... or risk dying alone!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Adam Bryce Thomas | Inks: Gary Martin
Colors: Matt Herms | Letters: Jack Morelli | Cover: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin & Ben Hunzeker
Assistant Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor: Paul Kaminski | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2016 Free Comic Book Day 2016

Get the best of both worlds with the Sonic Sampler! Hot on the heels of the all-new epic Sonic comics event, “Panic in the Sky,” comes a supersonic sampling of stories for Free Comic Book Day! Join Sonic and friends as they band together to save the world from the evil ambitions of Dr. Eggman in these select stories from Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic Universe! Plus, get a sneak peek of what’s to come with a special “Fast Forward Feature” that you’ll have to see to believe!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Jamal Peppers & Tracy Yardley | Inks: Terry Austim & Jim Amash
Colors: Gabriel Cassata & Matt Herms | Letters: John Workman & Jack Morelli
Cover: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin & Matt Herms
Assistant Editor: Jonathan H. Gray | Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

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FCBD 2017 Free Comic Book Day 2017

"Genesis of a Hero"

SONIC is BACK for FREE COMIC BOOK DAY! Turn back time and witness the "Genesis of a Hero" as Sonic enters his first climactic show-down with the evil Dr. Eggman! When the mad doctor takes over South Island, there's only one hedgehog who can set things right! Jump right into the excitement, action and fun in this retro romp celebrating 25 years of Sonic!

Writer: Ian Flynn | Pencils: Tracy Yardley | Inks: Terry Austin
Colors: Gabriel Cassata | Letters: John Workman | Cover: Jamal Peppers, Gary Martin & Matt Herms
Editor: Vincent Lovallo | Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick

***This issue has been cancelled and will not be released. The partnership between SEGA and Archie Comics has ended.
Sonic the Hedgehog and all related characters are © SEGA.