Sonic the Hedgehog #126

The "Tossed in Space" saga launches here with a cover that puts the action front and center: a blazing Super Sonic — radiating golden fire and energy — squares off against a menacing Metal Sonic against a star-filled cosmic backdrop, fists flying in what looks like an intense clash between the two rivals. Patrick Spaziante's pencils and Nelson Ribeiro's inks give both figures real dynamism, capturing the raw power of the gold-flaring Super Sonic form that the cover proudly announces is returning. Rounding out the package is a bonus extended "Off-Panel" behind-the-scenes backup, making this 2003 Archie issue a satisfying read on multiple fronts.