Sonic the Hedgehog #214

Sonic takes center stage on this 2010 Archie issue, hands outstretched over a massive, glowing dark gemstone that clearly has everyone's attention — and everyone's nerves on edge. Surrounding it is a lively cast including Sally, a visibly alarmed wolf character, a masked villainess, and a scrappy armored figure wielding a staff, all converging on the mysterious gem with wildly different intentions. It's a visually dynamic cover that captures the energetic, anything-can-happen spirit that has kept this long-running series going strong.