Sonic the Hedgehog #168

In "The Gathering," A.D.A.M. unleashes a nanobot infestation to hijack Tommy Turtle’s body, transforming him into a lethal battle robot with one goal: capture Tails and Shadow to harness their energy and unlock the full power of the Chaos Emeralds. Written by Ian Flynn and illustrated by Tracy Yardley, with inks by Jim Amash, colors by Jason Jensen, and letters by John Workman, this 2007 issue delivers a tense, high-stakes showdown with a twist that redefines what it means to be a hero—especially when the enemy wears a familiar face. The cover, by Tracy Yardley and Jim Amash, captures the moment of transformation in stark, striking detail.