Issue 163 is the onehundred and sixty-third edition of Sonic the Comic. The issue, released on the 25th August 1999 at the price of £1.30, featured one new, original story and 3 reprints.
Contents
- Sonic the Hedgehog - Medusa
- Miles "Tails" Prower - Hero of the Beach
- Graphic Zone
- Captain Plunder - Shanghaied
- Sonic the Hedgehog - Count Down to Disaster: Part 1
- Next Issue
Strips
Sonic the Hedgehog
Medusa is a complete story and part of the Shanazar story arc. The story follows Sonic and Amy Rose as they continue to be stuck on the microscopic planet, whilst being chased by mercenaries Death-Trap. Resting in an ancient town, Sonic and Amy have to face Medusa, a mythical beast with snakes for hair and eyes that can turn onlookers into stone. Sonic eventually defeats her by whipping up a sandstorm so she can't see.
Features
The Graphic Zone this issue had the theme of "Bank Hol Happenings", showing what Sonic and co. might get up to on their holidays. Winning entries received a Sonic the Hedgehog watch.
Staff
- Mick McMahon - cover art
- Deborah Tate - editor
- Gary Knight - designer
- Steve MacManus - managing editor
- Sarah Colley - production
- Douglas Pocock - marketing manager
- Michelle French and Jane Ballard - promotions
- Rob McMenemy - marketing director
- Julie Goldsmith - managing director
Timeline
The previous issue of Sonic the Comic was Issue 162. The next is Issue 164.