"Glad to see you two again," Sonic stated. Both of the newcomers nodded, and the light faded fully. The girl was actually floating, while the young woman was holding an enigmatic staff. They turned to each other in confusion, then turned to Sonic and simultaneously asked, "Who's this clown?" "Before you two start bickering like a couple of knuckleheads, let me start the introductions. Shahra, this is Merlina the Sorceress. Merlina, this is Shahra the Ring Genie. Now don't insult each other, because I need the help of both of you." "Is that..." Shahra stuttered, "another... Darkspine?"