The Blue Blur is back again. In just three months, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Finally, the movie is hitting the big screen and looks set to become the biggest family hit of the holiday season. Given how popular the first two installments were with a notoriously divided fanbase like Sonic, the recently released trailer hints at more of the same, not to mention Fans will finally be able to see Shadow the Hedgehog. Get his first movie appearance (and voiced by Keanu Reeves, no less).
However, many details about the film remain unclear. Paramount has been tight-lipped about the future of the franchise, and especially given how much the trailer seemed to have a “great ending” vibe, it’s easy to wonder if sonic the hedgehog It's all over. Let's hope not; for a series as huge as Sonic, There are still plenty of compelling side characters that we'd like to see the movies explore.But what's particularly amazing is that two of the game's most popular characters, Amy Rose and Rogue the Bat, have never appeared in the movies at all until now.
Who are Amy and Rouge in the Sonic series?
Of all the side characters Sonic Movies have not been submitted yet, Amy Rose is perhaps the most surprising.Considering that she first appeared in the third game of the franchise, in 1993. Sonic CDShe was introduced as a love interest for the Blue Blur, and her kidnapping by the villain Metal Sonic (created by Dr. Robotnik) is what sets the game's story in motion.
Given how little video game stories were in the Sega Genesis era, one couldn't fully grasp Amy's character at the time. It wasn't until 1998 that it became apparent that Amy was a character. Sonic Adventures In the Dreamcast game, her personality was clearly shown. The game depicted her as a tomboyish, energetic girl, able to defend herself in battle even if she was no match for her friends in speed or strength. But most fans know her for her intense crush on Sonic and her determination to become his girlfriend, even if it was clear that he did not return her feelings.
Meanwhile, Rouge the Bat first appeared in 2001. Sonic Adventure 2He started out as a villain before transitioning into a traditional anti-hero role.When we first met her, she was working as a freelance treasure hunter, occasionally doing freelance work for the government. When Dr. Robotnik released Shadow into the world, government officials ordered her to investigate Sonic's new enemy and his mysterious origins. Instead, she made a secret deal with Robotnik, who paid her to help him steal the Chaos Emeralds alongside Shadow.
She regularly clashes with Knuckles (now the protagonist of her own mini-series) when she tries to steal the Master Emerald that he has sworn to protect with his life. But after he saves her life, she begins to soften up a bit, and by the climax of the story, she helps our heroes fight the monster Biolizard, the game's final boss. In later appearances, she is mostly seen working alongside Shadow, establishing her status as one of the most unscrupulous (though still ultimately noble) characters in the franchise.
Why haven't Amy or Rouge appeared in the Sonic movies yet?
Given how prominent both Amy Rose and Rogue the Bat are in video games, It's a bit surprising that the movies haven't featured them yet.The two characters have certainly received a controversial reception among Sonic fans (it Sonic While many love Amy's sweet personality, others find her annoying, and Rouge has almost as many detractors as supporters. Both characters have also been slightly criticized in the past by feminists for their gender representation. Some have argued that Amy's pink skin and overtly feminine features are too stereotypical, and many have pointed out that Rouge's appearance seemed like a clumsy way to bring sex appeal to the franchise.
But again, Shadow the Hedgehog remains as divisive as any other character in the franchise.His 2005 spinoff was widely derided, to the point where it significantly tarnished his popularity. But that didn't stop fans from being excited about the new movie, even without the addition of Keanu Reeves. If fans could get excited about him again, they could theoretically get excited about anyone (except Big Cat). Since the new movie wasn't finished yet, it was released in 2006. Sonic Although the films have taken dramatic liberties with the characters from the beginning (particularly with Knuckles and Dr. Robotnik), it seems possible that the creative team will find a way to give Amy and/or Rouge a new and exciting twist that will keep most fans happy.
Amy and Rogue would fit perfectly into the character dynamics that the films have already established.Sonic himself hasn't changed much from his classic persona, and a potential romance with Amy has a lot of great comedic potential (and given that the films have been largely devoid of female characters, it would certainly be a welcome addition). As for Rouge, given how much… Sonic the Hedgehog 3 It is clearly inspired by Sonic Adventure 2In theory, this would be the perfect film for her to make her debut, even if that's not actually the case.
but will Do they appear in the movies at all? Despite the recent “grand finale” vibe. Sonic 3 After the trailer for the film, we have to imagine that Paramount will continue to produce the film as long as they keep making money. So, it makes sense that either Amy or Rogue or both will eventually get their time to shine in the future.
The Sonic series has room to grow.
While it's disappointing that Amy and Rogue won't be appearing in Sonic 3 (This means that the film will not be an exact adaptation of Sonic Adventure 2), it’s a movie that’s clearly juggling a lot already. Not only are we getting to introduce Shadow (along with his backstory) and Dr. Robotnik’s grandfather (also played by Jim Carrey), but the creative team also has to balance that with giving enough screen time to the Sonic team and the human characters, and anything more than that risks feeling overwrought. Fans will have to be patient and believe that eventually, Amy and Rogue will get their time to shine. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 The film will be released in cinemas on December 20..
