Sonic the Hedgehog 3gave fans an epic showcase of power with Super Shadow and Super Sonic, and that sets the stage for another character to get a power upgrade in the sequel. The movie franchise introduced audiences to the power of the Super States inSonic the Hedgehog 2, as that is where Sonic first harnessed the Chaos Emeralds to turn yellow and become Super Sonic. That enhanced form came back in the sequel, but there was even more of it, as Shadow also went Super as part ofSonic the Hedgehog 3’s ending.
Now that Sonic and Shadow have both taken on their Super States in theSonic the Hedgehogmovies, speculation turns to where the franchise will go next.Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s post-credits scenesintroduced Metal Sonic and Amy Rose to be played in future installments. But,Sonic the Hedgehog 4could also bring Shadow back as an ally for Sonic. There is a good chance that the fourth movie willcontinue the new tradition of having characters harness the Chaos Emeralds and Master Emerald to go Super.Sonic 4could give a different character a chance now.
Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Needs To Do Super Knuckles Next
Knuckles Can Go Super In The Video Games
One natural way for theSonicmovies to continue exploring the nature of the characters' Super States is by allowing others besides Shadow and Sonic to use the Chaos Emeralds. Both characters could continue to utilize these powers to ensure the franchise retains the expanding scopes of the finales. But, audiences have already seen Super Shadow and Super Sonic.Sonic 4would be smart to give viewers a third character who can go Super. While Amy Rose could do that after herSonic 3introduction, Super Knuckles is another option.
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Most characters in theSonicuniverse have the potential to go Super. This first happened for Knuckles inSonic & Knuckles.Knuckles turns pink in his Super Knuckles formand becomes even more powerful than he already is. The video games have shown that Knuckles can achieve this state by activating the Chaos Emeralds himself. There have also been instances where Sonic shares his energy with Knuckles to help him go Super. Either is a possibility for howSonic the Hedgehog 4could feature Super Knuckles.
Knuckles' Super State In Sonic 4 Would Connect To His Main Story
Knuckles Is A Fierce Protector Of The Emeralds
The development of Knuckles in theSonic the Hedgehogmovies would make this power upgrade a bigger deal too.His story has been directly tied to the Master EmeraldsinceSonic the Hedgehog 2. He was even instructed to protect it during theKnucklesspinoff and was the one who hid its location from Sonic beforeSonic the Hedgehog 3. He ultimately allowed his blue hedgehog ally to use the Master Emerald to fight Shadow, and he should once again be its guardian duringSonic the Hedgehog 4.
After conceding to Sonic’s insistence to use the Master Emerald in the threequel, it would mean a lot if Knuckles was the one who wanted to use its power inSonic 4. That would help communicate to audiences and other characters that the threat Team Sonic is facing is even greater than anything they’ve gone up against before.The red echidna’s willingness to become Super Knuckles would be all the more meaningfulthen. He’d go from the protector of the Master Emerald to someone who wants to use its power to protect the world and those he cares about.
Super Knuckles Is A Great Way For Sonic 4 To Go Even Bigger Than Sonic 3
Super Knuckles would do more forSonic 4than just enhance Knuckles' story too. Audiences always expect sequels to go bigger than the previous films. That’s a big challenge forSonic 4consideringSonic 3’s epic endinghad Super Shadow and Super Sonic, a Robotnik duel, and a huge laser powerful enough to cut the moon. There are so many different ways the franchise can continue to elevate the scope of the story and action. Having more characters enter a Super State is a great option to do that.
It’sunlikely that Super Knuckles would be the main focusof the fourth film, but the inclusion of this Super State at all would be exciting for viewers. Anyone who has played the video games and have been watching the movies has been waiting for Knuckles to get this power upgrade. Giving him the Fists of Fury was a nice teaser, but that enhancement has yet to be properly utilized. Including Super Knuckles would be something thatSonic 4would have to dedicate a lot of attention to.
After seeing the Super Shadow and Super Sonic team-up inSonic the Hedgehog 3, adding Super Knuckles into the mix would be fitting. It would ensure the franchise has a third character using the Super State at some point. The movie could even utilize Super Tails or Super Amy Rose, depending on how the exact story plays out.
