[SFM] The Unifier Conclusion

At long last I can put this series behind me. I'm sorry that I couldn't do dialogue or more episodes to fully go through these scenes but I hope this still manages to offer a good close to the series. I really wish to leave this to work on things with a stronger foundation, something that has had more planning go into it to make for a better series. Hope you enjoy!
If you are confused about why this episode is the way it is please refer to this video • How The Unifier will end or if you want to know a bit more in depth on what's going on in these scenes specifically you can read them up here in this doc docs.google.com/document/d/1v...
Consider supporting my Patreon for WIPs, Exclusive renders and early access! / mikedarklighter
credits:
Custom textures, logo and feedback provided by Flora-Tea / _flora_tea_
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www.artstation.com/flora-tea
Music used:
--Eggman Sends Sonic to the Future - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--The Future World - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--Can It Be True - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--Elise Goes Alone - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--Dr. Eggman Appears - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--Confirming the Future - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--Showdown With Mephiles - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--The Resurrection of Solaris - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
--His World (Sonic the Hedgehog) Instrumental version
--Running Through the Plains - Sonic the Hedgehog [OST]
Models provided by Apoc Hedgie, RandomTBrush, Ratchet Mario, DarkHedgehog23 and Turbo Thunderbolt
Sonic the Hedgehog belongs to Sega
Animation done by me using Source Filmmaker

[@leviace9447]

I'm so glad to finally see Tails being the focus of the story. I really like Tails a lot and I wish Sega will make justice to Tails. He deserves to be amazing.

[@alexanderderyke4913]

And eggman was arrested

[@EpicMusicalSniper]

Tails is just some side character in sonic lore, it would be better if they did have justice for tails since he was one of the first characters.

[@UrPumpkkin]

Yes he should

[@TailsFoxyBoy]

Tails is my favourite sonic character because he is smart and Adorable.

[@JonnyCars100]

It really is wonderful to see you put a fulfilling close to this series. It was a wonderful and long journey, and I'm glad it turned out the way it did. Gorgeous animation Mike, and I can't wait to see whatever you do or continue next!! I know whatever you set next will be extraordinary as always, and many thanks for everything! Thanks for the laughs, memories, and inspiring me way back when. I wish you the best!

[@KookieStar]

It feels unlikely seeing Tails and Shadow interact so much, and most of the time of them interacting is Shadow hating on him in some way. Well done on this series. It was a fitting conclusion. Can't wait o see what else you have in store, Mike ❤

[@theinktician]

Say what you want; The Unifier is one of the greatest fan works period. I feel most wont know the lore behind the cape, and that's alright. If it were me I probably would have omitted it and kept the eye color so he wouldn't look out of place to fans who didn't know about it. In any case, Sega should make this into a game. And they should have ATLUS do the writing. Not only that - they should use Mike as the main consultant when creating the script. Seriously, this is better than any story we've gotten from the Sonic franchise. And with ATLUS they could make it even better - seriously, why haven't they tried that yet? Sega bought atlus but all they do is get them to dish out more Persona games. Why not use that same talent to fix the quality of the stories in Sonic games? But yeah, as I said 3 years ago on the 2nd episode - this should be a game. Even if it's centered on Tails - I'm sure they can do multiple characters too. Use your inventions to solve problems, whether it's getting passed an obstacle in one of Eggmans bases, or getting rid of a mind control device, or disarming Metal Sonic. There's so much to work with. And the best part is: all of this was available in the source material. This could have been a thing a long time ago.

[@MoonDarkhollow]

This was certainly the best way to put the series to an end, I'd say! The music definitely does help a bunch to further convey the animation and story. It was definitely a wonderful experience to see the whole thing ^-^

[@kiddfaith4397]

I really enjoyed this series. Thanks you for all your hard work!

[@ominicronikal0902]

I adore this. Just watched it today & love it. The fact it came out on my birthday along with animation, which I love just means so much to me. This video & it's wonderful story puts a big ol' smile on my face that stretches out ear to ear. Thank you for this amazing experience. Keep on animating animator!

[@Crossaintee]

I really like the sound and animation of this video the ending is unique especially the details that you’ve added with the sonic characters

[@archiesploingus3439]

This is BY FAR the greatest AU I’ve ever seen! Keep up the great work! (Extra points for using the 06 OST, it slaps honestly)

[@jotarowithdolphinhat6785]

Smart

[@Lidiaprotex51]

This was some nice closure for the series, I’m glad you were finally able to give it an ending. As always, I’m looking forward to what you have in store next! Keep up the good work!

[@aquasparx4015]

Amazing how Shadow gets along with the gang!

[@arthoniandefender4163]

Nice one. I love how the animation itself tells what's happening without having to use dialogue.

[@emilyannthevioletghost715]

I just followed through with rewatching the whole series again and other videos connected to this, and I have to say this. You did an absolutely amazing job! You've done Tails justice in all these videos, and SEGA oughta take notes from your approach! I'm legitimately impressed, and I look forward to seeing more content in the future! Wonderful conclusion to the Unifier!

[@gonzaloandroid6428]

Oh come on sega's story is very good they just suck at developing games without bugs

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[@gamingobsession6875]

Dude! No dialogue! Yet awesome! It gave that conclusion vibes! This is a awesome series with a awesome conclusion! Thanks mike for your hard work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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[@DragonGirl2000]

This was such a great serise, keep up the good work on you're video's!

[@azerty1033]

Omg, you animated this in the end! Pretty cool. Moment with Turbo Tails seems like an actual game cutsene :O Never thought that something like this could be done in SFM. Bravo!

[@lefeeshchopped8286]

I am satisfied, I really like that you used turbo tails. Can't wait to see your future work, I've enjoyed all of it so far!

[@marcothecommentor9599]

At least Turbo Tails didn't summoned The Great Harmony, or Mobius and the respective dimension would be in danger due to some kind of catastrophic anomaly because Classic Sonic and Classic Tails were present in the Modern era.

[@lefeeshchopped8286]

@@marcothecommentor9599 yeah

[@omegaus817]

A awesome Masterpiece 10/10 thank you for the video.

[@Masonthebaconhair]

Thanks Mike, you are the best :)

[@rayx1679]

The Unifier is a great show. Thank You Mike Darklighter for this heart warming series. I hope you make other great series like this one

[@EverythingAndAnythingGoes24]

Our finale begins with Knuckles returning to Sonic’s place with an unconscious Tails. Rouge and Amy are the first to meet up with them and Amy puts Tails under immediate care. Sonic, on the other hand, isn’t too happy, believing that Knuckles should have been able to control himself. Sonic gets so worked up that his corrupted self starts to show once more and he is about to attack Knuckles. He’s halted by Shadow and Rouge who both return from seeing and sending off Silver. Before things can escalate further, Amy comes downstairs with Tails, who hasn’t fully recovered but insists on being there to explain to everyone what’s going on. He calls on everyone to go outside where he can explain. However, Shadow remains behind with Tails as he gestures to him his inhibitor rings, loosening them just slightly to show Tails that he knows the truth. Tails had told Shadow he could no longer remove his rings even if he wanted to, but this was not the case, as Tails simply decided that if Shadow believed he couldn’t, he wouldn’t try and it would give him enough time to figure out what really has been going on. Tails lowers his head in shame but promises to explain everything. Meanwhile, Silver finds Blaze and sees her tackling an entirely different threat. After giving her a hand, he asks her if anything strange has occurred with the sol emeralds or her temperament. Blaze seems to be fine though, and Silver explains what’s been happening. Though serious, Blaze cannot leave as she is attempting to handle something else. With the assurance from Blaze that she’s fine, Silver then makes his way to return to the rest of the gang. {This would have been the basis of sorts for a spin-off series I thought about doing with Blaze; to have something else occur while The Unifier was taking place. This is a scrapped idea as of the time of writing this, however, so it’s not likely to manifest into anything.} Meanwhile, Tails has gone on to explain the situation with everyone, right down to Sonic’s condition and what a threat he posed. He also clears up what everyone suspected about Shadow due to his deeds from the beginning of the series. Tails also reveals that an entity spoke to him, giving him a set of coordinates to go to. The group is hesitant on letting Tails go there alone, as he seems to indicate that he is the only one suited to handle this threat due to his apparent immunity, though the others aren’t quite convinced. Shadow speaks up on how Eggman has locked them in a corner by removing the chaos emeralds as an obstacle. None of them can now use them without the risk of losing control. Before they can come up with a plan of attack, however, they come under fire from a Metal Sonic. Silver arrives on the scene and dismantles it as quickly as he was able to do with the one he fought earlier. Tails inspects the machine to find that it’s made of cheaper materials, not at all as durable or powerful as the original Metal Sonic. After giving his report on Blaze, Silver informs everyone that before he was taken over, he encountered multiple Metal Sonics after pursuing one. As Silver speaks, a small armada of these cheaper models begins to descend on them and the city. Apparently, Eggman has sent a small shock force to cause as much destruction as possible before he opens his big plan. Shadow stays behind and sends everyone off, removing his inhibitor rings show he could tackle the majority of the enemy forces in a single chaos blast. Sonic and Silver decide to go after him to hopefully save him or restrain him if he loses it. Knuckles takes Amy and Rouge to return to Eggman’s facility that was holding the Master Emerald with the fear that he is trying to retrieve it, leaving Tails behind to pursue his one lead. Tails flies through Eggman’s forces to reach his floating fortress, the Egg Carrier. After sneaking his way through the ship, he encounters Eggman’s control room and comes across a strange device (Nicole in this story). Before Tails can interact with her, Eggman spots him, surprised that he would come alone a second time. Eggman now reveals his final plan as two new machines step forward, one in the likeness of Classic Sonic and the other of Classic Tails. He reveals these two machines to be able to draw on the power of the Master Emerald from anywhere, giving them the unlimited and dangerous energy he’s created but with the benefit of their destructive power being under his control. Overwhelmed, Tails retreats, but instinctively grabs Nicole as he runs to hide. After some tinkering, Tails is able to communicate freely with Nicole, who reveals that Dr. Eggman has been using her to collect data for him on how the chaos emeralds and Eggman’s corrupting energy has been affecting Sonic and friends. She reveals that there is an anomaly in Tails that she can’t quite explain, but it makes him immune to Eggman’s corrupting energy. What’s more, he is able to purge the corruption, to unify the chaos as it were. This concept is heavily inspired by the old Archie Comics which had Tails as some sort of chosen one who could manipulate the energy of the Chaos Emeralds to some degree. This idea is really the whole driving force behind me wanting to make this story and get to this point. Nicole also tells Tails that he can achieve his super form from the chaos energy that the two duplicates discharge. Before she can say anything further, however, Tails is spotted and the duplicates take aim, destroying Nicole. Tails then takes a leap of faith and stands in the line of fire for the next blast, and is able to become super, though he will resemble his Turbo Tails from the comics. {Like I said, I liked that idea and wanted to make something around that concept.} Tails then purges the corrupting energy from the duplicates, essentially freeing them. They begin to destroy Eggman’s facility and his whole research while Tails escapes with Eggman in tow. Looking back, Tails sees the two duplicates waving at him as they remain on the crashing vessel. Sonic and company, meanwhile, succeed in holding back the Metal Sonic armada and even manage to secure Shadow with his inhibitor rings. Though Tails has discovered how he can fix everything, he still needs to seek out each Chaos emerald and purge them of Eggman’s energy once and for all. Shadow, still feeling that he should keep away from everyone else, opts to accompany Tails as they set off to unify the chaos emeralds. This would have been how the series would have ended; the two of them setting off on a new journey, while Sonic and friends remain to keep an eye on Eggman and clean up the mess he’s left behind.

[@wholesome_masochist4113]

We're you a dev in this series or something?

[@EverythingAndAnythingGoes24]

@@wholesome_masochist4113 No this is just my own interpretation of the story of this video.

[@vickyk.955]

Nice work, the music rocks Especially the music with violins 🎻 🎻🎻

[@aquasparx4015]

Shadow actually friends with Tails and pals.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😍

[@ztails3276]

Love it ❤️ Shadow and Tails bros 🤜🤛

[@slawg30201]

😁

[@ROCKJXYDEN]

Shadow saved everyone

[@edit_requests5768]

@@ztails3276 Yessss! It's so nice!

[@FireVasilisk]

Really didn t saw all the series but the ending sequence looks like standalone project. I know there is a story before it, but it looks well alone. Good work. Emotional

[@PressStar]

Really love how Tails got to finish it. This was a great series and the conclusion was rather closing as well. Props to you for giving it closure as opposed to canceling it.

[@stephenbyrne3909]

Why ain't anyone talking?

[@imainhibanaminiversion6687]

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[@shanderamcintosh88]

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[@BlueBoltGamer]

Amazing work you've done

[@mizosis]

If Tails were this cool in the games i'd probably like Sega more. Anyway well done! Story was told well even without words!

[@SirJacobDale]

Tails is definitely to be feared. I fear him as my prophesied overthrowing child.

[@clarajennguerrier4102]

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[@willynillysillymonobear]

Commenting late, but he has the potential to be. SEGA just doesn't care enough to explore it en. 😔

[@CookienSonicStudios]

What a satisfying ending. Great animation!! Very impressive, even with the lack of communication!!

[@thefazbearmaster8576]

Mike I love this video you are the best

[@NoelTFaulk]

Omg the amount of hard work and effort

[@devonstowe1126]

I love everything about this animation it's so amazing

[@bluemagic1863]

Omg! I can't believe The Unifier has finally ended! It would have been nice to have dialogue in this BUT I'm not being rude, it was still a wonderful video and it almost made me cry. Mike, you did a WONDERFUL job with this project. I'm sorry I can't donate money, all I can donate is lots of love and support to you with your other projects for the future. Again, wonderful job with this Mike and I wish you lots of luck with your future projects. :)

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[@MetroSonic]

Excellent work!

[@SirJacobDale]

Everyone should fear Tails to infinity and beyond forever and always. I certainly do and i fear him more than anything.

[@Moriyama98]

A fantastic end to the series, Mike!

[@MikeDarklighter]

Thank you Mac!

[@shadowsonic3788]

@@MikeDarklighter, where's hero's sound?

[@alexanderderyke4913]

That was so

[@alexanderderyke4913]

Cool

[@YumeDream39]

Things without dialogue are just as powerful, if not more, than things with dialogue.

[@tabifiedler6944]

DUDE WHEN HIS WORLD HIT I STARTED SCREAMING This was such a great conclusion! I found it a little hard to follow at times, but the emotional beats hit soo well. The ending fight is epic and takes me back to the prior Tails and Silver fight. I couldn’t have asked for more from this series :)

[@FrostTheHobidon]

You added Turbo Tails, that is Awesome :D

[@firecracker6761]

Great ending, nicely done!

[@allavasthetoon]

I can’t believe you I’m so happy you improved.

[@dandyshadowyt5513]

Very epic Mike. Very epic indeed.

[@grapeman3999]

Oh me gosh! Im suprised! This is awesome!

[@Star-ie8br]

I'm so glad I got to see the end of it finally 😆♥️♥️♥️

[@System509]

There's no emoji for how amazing this is!

[@livalat5]

This is just........ ... ....AMAZING GOOD JOB!!

[@nathanraber]

No, this isn't over *Mike! This isn't over!?*

[@matterspidersecondchannel204]

It is

[@fy3669]

No is not

[@tails2210]

It is

[@senulik]

3:24 Sonic.exe is Back. Omg

[@thuamteahauhnarhauhnar4898]

He hi father Zach

[@SharkyDash]

This animation was well done

[@lybnicruz4718]

I loved the video it made me cry and I was so happy that you finally filled your emagend dream hope you have a good time

[@phantom77487]

Can’t wait for more awesome animations

[@sonicthehedgehog2449]

Great keep it up the good work

[@_now_nothing_5466]

OH MY GOD I LOVE TI!

[@mmjm932]

Thank you to showing what would The Unifier would looked like. Better this conclusion than unknown hiatus. Keep making nice SFM Sonic videos. If you are out of ideas make nice funny short videos. Sometimes short videos are better than long videos. Try to keep up good work 👏 👏

[@theinktician]

Yes - this kind of closer is great too cause it went through the scenes in a way that could be broken down into multiple videos of content. It was fast, but it was a lot.

[@lady_zora]

Whao! That was anticlimactic! But it was a joy to see! Turbo Tails is always a blessing! Now, where is his Flicky Army of Death?

[@MikeDarklighter]

Awww nuts I knew I forgot something xDD

[@AgusTTBlue]

I think the flickys were only from Super Miles.

[@vivi.r.f.m.2481]

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[@major-degurechaff203b8]

THAT WAS AMAZING!!!

[@Milothepuppy_plays]

That was amazing. That was amazing video on KZbin or movie.

[@salahaddin_kazakh]

this is turbo tails?!WOW THIS ANIMATION WAS PRETTY GOOD

[@joseitamarpereira6670]

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[@Argentierifrancesco90js]

Ok

[@tabifiedler6944]

Liked before watching because I trust Mike

[@Alicialock8934]

I almost cry 🥺🥺 that was incredible 👏👍

[@VongolaXZax]

That music when you it's the end of the series, and everyone goes their separate ways,4:50. All in all great series, you'll always be my favorite KZbinr, and be a part of my Inspirional KZbinrs. Hope you see, what I can do when I get started.😎👍 Spin Dash's out 🌀🌀🌀

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[@arcdarkknight9893]

Mike Darklighter,You Are the best guy for animation

[@shadamyandsonamylover]

This was absolutely beautiful

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[@giselmasantos3918]

Super tails é demais e é amigo

[@Monhamd1000]

You're awesome animator mate!

[@sugamamaproud9810]

Awersome soundtrack with the story fast pack animation action with no dialogue. Your make look very interesting story and intense keep great work. Dude🤩🙂👍

[@rachaeldeleon4144]

I cant believe it's gone on for 5 whole years and this is the end

[@KitSunZoro]

While I can understand not doing dialogue, I was hoping you'd either do a type of text in the video or in the document. I would have liked to have read what everyone had to say.

[@silver18o91]

OMG excellent job Mike darklighter I love it best video ever!😇😆😆😆😆😆😆😍😍😍😇😎😉

[@Basher.G]

Took me way too long to catch up with this. To be honest it's hard to ignore the deus ex machina in this ending, but I understand for whatever reason you had to keep the conclusion minimal. With that said, the series as a whole was a great time to watch and I like how you made sure to wrap everything up rushed yet properly. Thanks for taking the time to do this, it was a lot of fun.

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That was very kind

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[@sparkthekangaroo6844]

great ending, this made me cry

[@deffade]

The best animation i ever seen

[@digimagehedgie2613]

I love this video

[@fatalwaffle1715]

Cool video!

[@jessicad.weaver-stoll9744]

NOOOOO THE SERIES IS OVER Mike can you please make a similar series sometime? I rlly love this, and want to see some more good series!

[@RainbowGamer2023]

Amazing music with super tails!

[@DraconicInsomniac9815]

This is a wonderful ending.

[@mentosnetwork4774]

I loved this ending

[@josepagoada5325]

I like the fact that u finally uploaded it, but i hate the fact that it's over😠😧

[@hasanmirza5490]

What a punk

[@phantom77487]

Really liked the video 10/10

[@najiblaaissaoui2065]

I think that was amazing I love how he just beats up eggman then it just Boom good job

[@ravionall7166]

Really sweet

[@roseprimethehedgehog8029]

Awesome!

[@tzs2313]

you are amazing

[@tailsprowerfan2729]

when are you going to make more like this i love how you handle tails

[@jeechi]

please make this longer and put voices pleeease this was awsome

[@rosaiselahernandezgonzalez3791]

Que lindo tails ofreciéndole su amistad a shadow, sentí que shadow ve a tails como un buen amigo, sentí que shadow se sintió querido por segunda vez.

[@Naranja908]

Lo sé pero lo grabé yo

[@Samaelsinoel]

Si al fin alguien que habña wspañol

[@glacerfox1361]

Alguien más se dio cuenta que Sonic clásico y Tails clásico tenían ojos estilo Exe?

[@tails2210]

SO COOL!

[@Just_Joel]

Amazing

[@marianomercado6284]

good sfm series that you did, a beautiful conclusion, you have not thought about making a series of sonic metal ?, I mean the original model before being destroyed that has passed your data to a G.U.N laboratory and well, let's say you plan to play the same what sonic since as we know he always insisted that he was the original sonic and there are many organic sonic metal fanarts all with the same description or history, I know there is not a 3d model in sfm of that but it would be a great series to see that, a metal organic sonic against sonic now in the same game to see who is the original once and for all as at the same time see sonic metal the difficulties of having an organic body and how it should adapt to that

[@springzerosfc]

His world. Its great

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Wow that's awesome 👍

[@kiriakoplayz]

This is so sweet

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And im a boy

[@sketchesforyou8020]

I loved it!

[@logananimationstudios8560]

This wouldn't be better if their was voice acting in this video.

[@knewlshadowmaster4]

Boy all the nostalgia

[@sonicthehedgehog6159]

God this is really amazing how wonderful true power of super tails you a really genius yes

[@jonbobo3539]

Bro this is so good and also was that Sonic. EXE and Tails. Exe I don't know

[@divianreid7959]

More like Classic Sonic Android and Classic Tails Android.

[@adrianotomaszewski9431]

Cool animation

[@Antetokounmpooo]

Noooooo I don’t want it to end it’s to good!