Sonic Universe #42

When Sonic's away, the rest of the heroes get their moment to shine — and this 2012 Archie Comics entry makes that case with style. The cover spotlights a determined, armor-clad Sally Acorn wielding a crossbow alongside a dynamic scene of Silver the Hedgehog wreathed in psychic energy squaring off against a smaller foe, while a massive, menacing creature looms in the lower panel. "Secret Freedom Part 2 of 4" promises an ensemble adventure starring Silver, Elias Acorn, King Ixis Naugus, and Geoffrey St. John, making this chapter of Sonic Universe a rewarding showcase for the series' deeper bench of characters.