I had totally meant to post this:
@Tizoc, I had help with coming up with ideas for some parts of it, so if youre going to credit people, Id politely ask that you credit
Bean as well.
I might add some stuff in later.
Yeah, run with it. Here ya go.
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Disclaimer: Please do not post comments such as Mega Man: Cancelled, I never asked for this, etc. If you have no interest in reading this crossover series, please dont bother posting.
Introduction:
Worlds Collide is a 12-part comic book crossover event between Archies Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man comic book series. According to Archie editor Paul Kaminski, Sega and Capcom signed off on the crossover event prior to 2011s New York Comic Con. It was only natural that the Blue Bomber and the Blue Blur would meet in one lengthy and exciting crossover.
The entire story arc will take place across 3 comic book series: Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic Universe and Mega Man. It will span 4 months from April until August with a total of 12-13 issues, and will be written primarily by Ian Flynn, the main writer for all 3 comic series. It will also feature cover art by Patrick Spaz Spaziante, longtime artist for the Sonic comic book series and for the earlier Mega Man issues.
The schedule is as follows:
Prologue:
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 0 - Sonic/Mega Man Free Comic Book Day 2013
(The Free Comic Book Day 2013 issue from Archie will contain pages from Sonic 247 & Megaman 23, and counts as issue #0, though it may not be necessary to read.)
Act One: Kindred Spirits:
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 1 - Mega Man Issue 24
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 2 - Sonic Universe Issue 51
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 3 - Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 248
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 4 - Mega Man Issue 25
Arc Two: Into the Warzone
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 5 - Sonic Universe Issue 52
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 6 - Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 249
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 7 - Mega Man Issue 26
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 8 - Sonic Universe Issue 53
Arc Three: Chaos Clash
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 9 - Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 250
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 10 - Mega Man Issue 27
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 11 - Sonic Universe Issue 54
Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide Part 12 - Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 251
The crossover arc issues can be purchased either digitally from websites such as
comixology, or you may purchase them from their Local Comic Shop.
If you want to catch up on the series in general (ie: not as part of this comic crossover) and be up to date with it, heres the essential reading order:
- Sonic series: Start with Sonic the Hedgehog #160, then begin reading the Sonic Universe issues when the main book mentions it.
- Mega Man series: Volumes 1-4 are now available in TPB format and comprise of the events that take place from Mega Man 1, Powered-Up!, Super Adventure Rockman, and Mega Man 2. Prior to the crossover arc, the comics began to foreshadow events for Mega Man 3.
Both series are available digitally or by purchasing from local retailers.
A few things to keep in mind when trying to read the Sonic comic: This series has featured many characters and settings (ex: Mobius, Knothole, Robotropolis, etc) introduced exclusively in the comic, and to newcomers reading it they will notice it referencing events and stories from past issues. I strongly suggest not worrying about them since they, for the most part, dont get brought up again. Just focus on the current story and characters, and youll end up not caring for past events too much. The writing since issue #160 has become much stronger and the narrative and subplots have become more engaging to readers.
The Mega Man comic is a
must read for anyone who has ever enjoyed the main Mega Man series, as it is a wonderful adaptation of many of the games. It also makes references to real issues in terms of modern robotics while still making some pop culture references. Besides the intelligent and well-researched writing, the artwork for all of the arcs can be considered a major asset. Archie typically rotates their artists for different arcs in order to allow multiple artists to improve and adapt their skills throughout the story arc. Some may view this as an inconsistency, but overall, it keeps the art fresh, and its interesting to see different peoples takes on Mega Mans art while sticking to specifications in terms of proportions and inks. Anyone whos a fan of Mega Man for its narrative arcs, the video games, or the art should strongly consider giving the comic series a chance.
Cover art from certain issues:
(And Im guessing this is all cover arts, right?)