In the not too distant future, Sonic and Sally are out for a walk with their children, Sonia and Manik. Suddenly, a bolt of lightning strikes the ground and Dr. Robotnik appears before them. In another flash of lightning, Robotnik disappears. Sally is worried, but Sonic assures her that there's no way Robotnik could ever come back. It turns out that a space ship high above the planet intercepted Robotnik and teleported him on board. "The Return" - Part Two "The Return" - Part Three