IDW's long-running Sonic the Hedgehog comic series recently celebrated a major milestone with its 75th issue. Sonic the Hedgehog #75 concluded the epic battle between Team Sonic and the villain Clutch, setting the stage for the ominous "Scattered Pieces" storyline.

"Scattered Pieces," spanning issues #76-80, continues the saga. With issue #76 already available, IGN proudly presents an exclusive first look at new art from Sonic the Hedgehog #79, the penultimate chapter of this arc, as part of IGN Fan Fest. See the slideshow gallery below for three stunning covers for #79, alongside previously revealed "Scattered Pieces" covers.

Sonic the Hedgehog #79, written by series veteran Ian Flynn, features interior art and the main cover by Adam Bryce Thomas, with variant covers by Tyler Mcgrath and Nathalie Fourdraine.

IDW's official description for Sonic the Hedgehog #79: The long-running rivalry between ace sniper Whisper and the sinister assassin Mimic explodes in a climactic showdown! Only one will survive. Can Tangle and Silver turn the tide of battle, or will Whisper suffer another devastating loss? This thrilling confrontation is years in the making!

"IDW's Sonic the Hedgehog has thrived for seven years, developing unique storylines, characters, and narrative elements," Flynn told IGN. "Many of these converged in Evan Stanley's recent arc. Reaching a climax is always rewarding, but I'm equally excited about the follow-up. Fans will be eager to know 'What happens next?' My arc answers that, provides some conclusions of my own, and sets the stage for Evan's next major arc in the series."

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