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STH179
Sonic the Hedgehog
Publication Details
Issue 

179

Date Published 

August 2007

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Publisher

Archie Comics

Special Thanks

Robert Leffler, Dyna Lopez and Cindy Chau at Sonic Licensing

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Archie Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 179 was the one hundred and seventy-ninth issue of the main Sonic the Hedgehog comic series.

Summary[]

Official Solicitation[]

It was civil war before - now it's personal! The long-lasting friendship between Sonic and Tails has reached its breaking point! Can Sonic do what's needed to end the hostilities? Meanwhile, Tails' parents make their move, but how far will they go? On the flip side, how far will young King Elias go to protect his kingdom? The world of Sonic and his friends will never be the same!

Story One[]

"House of Cards" - Part Two

The story opens with Tails and Sonic still brawling. Sonic advises Tails to stop but he refuses. Sonic tries to apologize but Tails doesn't buy it and tail whips Sonic into a cell door. Sonic claims that he isn't well with Tails attacking him, having Tails remark that he deserves it because Sonic never listens or cares.

While Tails is successful is his attempt to stall Sonic, Rosemary and Amadeus rush to Castle Acorn. While Rosemary is concerned about Tails, Amadeus convinces her that he will be just fine. Amadeus easily inputs the entry code to the castle, seeing this as an invitation. With King Elias anticipating an attack from Amadeus, he sends his wife Megan and his baby Alexis to the nursery for safety. NICOLE, being present in the room as well, is informed by Elias to not tell his father or mother about the event and keep Megan and Alexis safe. Amadeus comes in through the door, sword in hand and ready for combat. Before this, Elias claims that NICOLE informed him of his escape from prison, where Amadeus stated his reason for earlier's riot. To oppose that Elias strongly states that his father has put his life on the line to protect the kingdom, and he will not belittle everything he has done. Rosemary accuses Elias of ignoring the people, but Elias claims it is senseless to submit to anarchy to please the irritated. With that said, Elias unveils his hidden weapons and he and Amadeus begin battling.

Meanwhile, Sonic spin dashes into Tails. Irritated by the negative feedback from the prisoners, Sonic runs outside with Tails angrily pursuing him. Tails exclaims that Sonic always left him behind, but Sonic replies he was only doing it to protect him because he was so young. Tails still thought it to be sardonic, claiming that Sonic always teased him and never believed Tails' own adventures. Sonic claims he does it just for fun, but Tails kicks Sonic from behind saying he would've left his father in prison forever. He then goes on to say that he was only trying to assist the city and Sonic wasn't given the time to act. With Sonic very peeved at Tails' backtalk, Tails shouts that if going out with Fiona helped him any. Sonic was aware that Tails loved her and hooked up with her anyway, and it hurt Tails deeply. Sonic, understanding his faults, allows Tails to attack him, but Tails holds back.

While Elias and Amadeus are still fighting, NICOLE raises a wall between the two. Sally is seen standing there, obviously angry at them. Sally asks Elias why he is holding on to his kingly beliefs if he never wanted to rule in the first place. Sally then tells Amadeus that starting a fight will not help the people, to which Amadeus reluctantly replies that he did not want it to come to this. Sally explains that she was acting ruler for years presiding over the Knothole Council when they needed to make big decisions, and finishing that the government does not have to be one way or the other. With the fight calmed, Sally asks if they are ready to talk in a peaceful manner.

Back with Sonic and Tails, Tails accuses Sonic of trying to trick him, but Sonic claims that he knew that Tails liked Fiona and that she had no interest in him so Sonic went out with Fiona to keep Tails from being hurt. At the same time, he recognizes that it was selfish of him anyway as he's still a bit hurt from Sally, and he didn't think before he took action. With that, Sonic finally apologizes to Tails. After, Sonic claims how strong Tails has gotten, to which Tails admits that Knuckles taught him a few lessons before leaving. Sonic then says that Tails should report something to him next time. They get back into are friendly barrier and Sonic finishes Tails off with a noogie, and they shake hands and head off to the castle, concerned about what might have taken place. When they bust in, Amadeus and Elias are sitting down having tea. They have all agreed that they will have a council of six citizens while the king is the seventh member.

Soon after, Alicia, Elias, and Maximillian are all standing and watching the election. Maximillian rolls away on his wheelchair, disgruntled by the changes. Elias feels distraughted by this, but is cheered up by Alicia who says that he has the power and give Maximillian time. Meanwhile, Sonic, Tails, and Sally are also watching the election sitting near a tree. Soon after, Dimitri arrives on the scene, bearing news that Enerjak has returned.

Quotes[]

  • Bean: (after Sonic gets punched into the front of his cell) That was awesome! How do your glutes feel?
  • Sonic: Shut. Up. Bean.


  • Sonic: You're making it REAL hard for me to hold back, bud. I can understand wanting to help your family. But I'm NOT cool with you attacking me!
  • Tails: Tough! You've had this coming for a long time!


  • Gen. Prower: For my people, I will see you dethroned!
  • King Elias: (parrying Amadeus' scimitar) For my people, I will see you defeated!


  • Bean: (As Sonic and Tails fight in the detention center) Fifty Mobiums says Propeller Butt beats Speedy Cheese!
  • Mammoth Mogul: Double on Sonic! He always wins.
  • Sonic: You guys won't give it a rest, will ya? I'm taking this outside!
  • Tails: Get back here! (surges after Sonic)


  • Tails: (to Sonic) I thought you were my friend! I thought you were my brother! But everything I care about, you take away from me!
  • Sonic: Okay, Tails. If that's how you feel, go to town on me.


  • Sonic: General Prower! We need you to--! Um.. continue with what you were doing, I guess?
  • Sally: It's all right, Sonic. We've come to an agreement.
  • Gen. Prower: We will have an elected council of six citizens...
  • King Elias: ...while the king presides as the seventh member. I lose some power to the people...
  • Gen. Prower: ..but we don't lose the monarchy of our heritage.


  • Dimitri: Where can I find Knuckles?
  • Sonic: HeeYIE! What is that?!
  • Dimitri: My name is Dimitri. You must direct me to my grand-nephew Knuckles. Enerjak has returned.

Key Events[]

  • Amadeus Prower and King Elias duel for the fate of the government but are forced to reach a compromise when Sally intervenes.
  • Sonic and Tails reconcile following their battle.
  • The Council of Acorn is created, transforming the Kingdom of Acorn into the Republic of Acorn.
  • Dimitri is revealed to be alive and warns that Enerjak has returned.

Background information[]

  • This comic was available for sale on the same month as #178.
  • This issue features Data Files for some of the buildings in New Mobotropolis.

Reprint History[]

This issue has been reprinted in the following places:

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