Sonic the Hedgehog is a fictional character in the Archie comic series Sonic the Hedgehog. In this continuity, he is a 17 year old Hedgehog native to the planet Mobius. Since his early childhood he has opposed to villainous reign of the evil Dr. Ivo Robotnik and afterwards his alternate universe counterpart Dr. Eggman. Sonic's speed is his ultimate weapon, and has used it to help those in need, as well as foil his enemies' plans. Although he is sometimes overconfident and assumes he can deal with things on his own, Sonic also realizes he has friends to back him up in troubled situations. Additionally, he is willing to put his life on the line for those he cares about. He is a vital member of the Knothole Freedom Fighters, the hero of Mobius, and the fastest thing alive!