Heroes & Villains is a 3-part Sonic story that begins the hedgehog's stay in the Special Zone. Written by Nigel Kitching, drawn by Richard Elson and lettered by Ellie de Ville, the story sees Sonic pleading his innocence to Lieutanent Furor. Released from prison by Lord Sidewinder, Sonic is soon thrown into a deadly battle with Super Sonic and Sidewinder's motley crew.