What if Sonic was Serious?

Last time we looked at Eggman, now it is Sonic's turn. How would a Sonic that took threats more seriously alter the events of the main games? Watch this video to find out!
Thumbnail sonic by jokartainment
Thumbnail eggman by Nibroc-Rock
Amazing Mecha Sonic Animation by chaofantic
Super Emerald Animation by Chakra-X
#sonicthehedgehog #eggman #whatif

[@calebartboy7620]

This what if was pretty good, I like how it’s basically an AU where Sonic takes things a lot more seriously but doesn’t straight up kill anyone he sees bad, Its a way to keep things similar but still new & I like that I hope we get a part 2 to this to see what happens later down the line

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I like scenarios that change little but butterfly effect into something new

[@Zicetec2000]

This Sonic is more dangerous for Mobius or Earth because this Sonic would push the doctor to darker, greater more diabolical plans just to beat this Sonic.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

That could end up happening

[@Legend-io4pz]

So Japanese Sonic in a way

[@lightingdragon4143]

I think their is a misconception about sonic. Sonic is not a hero, he doesn't do what he does because he is noble or anything like that. He does what he does because he feels like it. The reason why he never killed Eggman isn't because he's against killing, it's because he actually enjoys his battles with Eggman, he likes the challenge it gives him. The reason why people think sonic is a hero with a no kill rule is because of Ian Flynn and idw comics. Honestly Sonic and the black knight perfectly encapsulates who sonic is as a character.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Sonic wasn't eager about killing in the black knight either. He stopped Knuckles from killing himself and saved Blaze. He also doesn't kill Merlina. I do state in this video that the normal Sonic could be pushed to killing someone and I also point out he is not employed as the planet's defender.

[@lightingdragon4143]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor oh what I meant was that although sonic doesn't mind killing he isn't bloodthirsty either.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@lightingdragon4143 True

[@Sydney_Angelyt]

This has always been an odd argument. It isn't up to what the person believes that makes them a hero but their actions. If he keeps being heroic, he is a hero. The reason Sonic never usually kills is because of his philosophy of freedom. Once Eggman has been disarmed, he leaves, giving Eggman the choice to change.

[@lightingdragon4143]

@@Sydney_Angelyt I never said Sonic wasn't heroic he is obviously heroic, he's just not a hero. In sonic and the black knight he openly admited that he doesn't mind being the villain if he has to in order to do what he feels is right.

[@orumonuldor1340]

To be fair, in the first sonic game he did try to kill Robotnik. By this poin he's just assumed that the Eggman will miraculously survive.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

He is a tough Egg to crack

[@orumonuldor1340]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor He is pretty formidable. Not to mention faster than Sonic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@orumonuldor1340 Sonic will never live that one down

[@orumonuldor1340]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor Nor should he.

[@prisca7766]

HOW DOES A MAN THAT FAT RUN THAT FAST

[@Doddleproductions]

Cool as always. But if you ever need a suggestion on a topic to do a what if on: What if Sonic and Mario met (not at the Olympics, though this could act as a fun prequel showing us how they actually first met ).

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The Chess Club Games

[@aarondx3764]

14:48 Yo the sharp music cut really sells the narrative here lol.

[@michaelsong3733]

well I agree he's more serious now, I also feel like he's also written more coldly. I agree Sonic wouldn't take Tails along, but I feel Sonic would still feel that same...admiration? For the kid. Maybe after the events of Sonic 2 or 3 (don't remember the time gap between 2 and 3) he would train the kid up. Get to know him better. Apologize for hurting his feelings but explaining he doesn't want him to get hurt. As for Knuckles? Yes Sonic was concerned about Eggman, but he never really even tried to talk to Knuckles. Even if Sonic is more serious, he should still be a friendly guy and get to know Knuckles a little better. Even if they're not friends, they more or less left as enemies which just isn't like Sonic.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The idea was Sonic wanted to confront Eggman, then Knuckles knocked the Super out of him and tried to make off with the Emeralds. The guilt Sonic felt would impact his thought process, thus he just wants to get Knuckles out of the way. He wasn't trying to criple the Echidna or anything, he just didn't want to waste time.

[@Supersonic415]

yes. I'd love to see more of this story. Metal Robotnik sounds sick

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Oh yeah 😎

[@corbangonzalez4935]

I’d love to see a serious Sonic go up against Shadow, mainly because It’s possible Sonic may actually fail to save the day since he wouldn’t have anyone to help him. Forces would also be very interesting to see since serious or not, it’s clear that Sonic was just much weaker than Infinite when they first met.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Yeah that sounds interesting

[@gameguider321GO]

What if Big The Cat was serious?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

He already is

[@FOOLYCOREY]

@@TheRealMightyEmperorretrieving froggy is a serious matter

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@FOOLYCOREY The games misses out all the cities he destroyed when looking for Froggy

[@thedredayshow9246]

Solos the entire verse by accident.

[@ArmandoIIIEspinosa]

Man that so dark story in what if Sonic was serious ?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

It wasn't that dark?

[@ArmandoIIIEspinosa]

⁠@@TheRealMightyEmperor I accept your video so I wonder Metal Robotic he will revenge to Sonic for Kill Eggman ?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@ArmandoIIIEspinosa He will be planning something

[@ale-xsantos1078]

"But that doesnt mean he'll be killing everyone that look at him funny on the streets" Yeah that would be T4thDoh's Sonic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Not aware of who that is

[@ale-xsantos1078]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor My bad Its a Sonic meme channel that uses text-to-speech lines on its videos His Sonic is known for his iconic line "Its time to perish!"

[@Chrisosaurus-sw1jb]

Yo I would actually love a part 2 to this! I love your storytelling!

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thank you :)

[@ShermanYeo]

So layman's terms: Sonic dropped the kiddie gloves and small jokes, and locked in. Also, poor Tails, but at least Sonic wasn't trying to be a jerk explaining on why he can't allow Tails to follow him.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Pretty much

[@Supersaurus4]

That’s a very interesting turn of events. It’d be nice to see a part 2

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Glad you think so

[@Sydney_Angelyt]

It'll be interesting to see the 3D games. His personality and snark is often an advantage, being used to expose weak points in his enemies and he already knows when to take things seriously (sonic lost world not withstanding). Removing that may cause some struggles for him down the road.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

This is true

[@xaviersejour9183]

I have no reason to think most of the events of sonic adventure wouldn’t happen Sonic adventure Eggman was super serious. He’s probably still gonna find chaos. And test it’s power on the police

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

He just might

[@Drifter-dc5nt]

In this universe, Metal Madness wouldn't be able to exist (As far as I know), since Neo Metal wouldn't be able to get enough bio-data.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Who knows how it could play out

[@DarkFrozenDepths]

Now I'm wanting to see this AU in an actual comic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I would also like to see that

[@peterdarker3863]

Please do part 2, this is one of the best takes on this by far. Also I think that after being told off by sonic, Tails would go off on his own and fight any rogue badniks and robots himself OR, more interestingly, Metal Eggman finds him and manipulates him into believing Sonic just up and abandoned him and use how Super Sonic mauled bro to make Tails believe Sonic was the bad guy in this situation.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Interesting ideas

[@kalemerahenryharrithkimera8241]

I don’t think I like this sonic

[@inkmanstudios4798]

Pls make a part 2 this is just so good (Also when sonic turned back time with the time stones to stop eggman from setting foot on little planet does that mean sonic and amy never meet?)

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The cards told her she would meet Sonic, so I think she would still be on little planet before Sonic get's off of it.

[@C_SonicDude]

I’d really love to see a part 2!!

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thanks!

[@blazingtrs6348]

now i really want to see serious sonic vs shadow

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Mirror Match ;)

[@IceeBacon]

Imagine if tails does what happened in the incredible where Incredi-boy becomes Syndrome.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Sonic wouldn't see that coming

[@Potatoboii2]

Nice video! Personally, I don't think Knuckles would let Sonic go, though. In the original timeline, it's not just that Eggman betrays him, but he also sees more and more of him during their encounters, and comes to understand that he's not so ruthless. With a version of Sonic that *is* so ruthless, though, I think Knuckles would be more proactive in protecting his emerald, and I think he would immediately go after Sonic, after defeating Mecha.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Fair. My thought process was that since Sonic agreed to leave there would be little point in continuing the fight.

[@Potatoboii2]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor I get that, I just think that he'd be a bit on edge after getting beaten down, and seeing the master emerald being actually used, and he already didn't give Sonic much of a chance in the opening cutscene.

[@nickbradstreet8740]

Oooo this is aready looken good im subbing bc this

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy my other what-ifs

[@joshuaspencer2491]

What if Sonic was like batman Like fighting style and smartness. And gadget and tech and the batmobile Batman suit. Arkham Knight

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

That's Tails

[@falcon5939]

What if Shadow wasnt serious?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

A terrifying timeline

[@shademetall9383]

please do a part 2 we need to see metal robotnick in action

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I got some ideas

[@skeletonlover3214]

Cool ideas

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thank you

[@speedythenderman6188]

HoT tAkE: The flickies from Sonic 3D Blast would beat Robotnik, low dif 😎

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Naturally. He is allergic

[@BaseArchieClassicSonic]

What if Tails Was Serious Tho?

[@kidokoala]

What is Sonic went completely psycho?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Fanfic.net will have that

[@NineTwentyThreeTwentyThree]

blud only knows western sonic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Almost as if I live in the west

[@NineTwentyThreeTwentyThree]

@@TheRealMightyEmperorfair, but the mobius stuff and all that was dropped after the 90's and was only used in the archie comics. Japanese Sonic is radically different..... and objectively better idc i'll say it

[@joe-bot275]

What if I was serious?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I dunno

[@liamtheshow]

jonkler

[@CarlosBlanco-n1k]

Na you are wrong

[@moxwinters6165]

I kinda get the feeling the Tails in this what if might end up a bit like Nines, trying his best to make up for his shortcomings with technology whilst also becoming a bit disillusioned with Sonic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Poor kid

[@michaelsong3733]

"But this doesn't mean he's going to be killing everyone who looks at him funny on the street" Yeah. this isn't 'What-if Shadow was un-hinged'

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Exactly

[@thestickmansavioryt1941]

-finds the chaos emeralds -warps reality into a utopia -the end

[@thestickmansavioryt1941]

Real talk I loved the video 👍

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thank you, hopefully part 2 this Saturday

[@RyanTheDark]

We need a Part 2. You can't just end it here!

[@NM_0914]

Fr

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Glad you guys enjoyed it!

[@charliemulcahy9200]

I really like this what if it’s so good and well written. Sonic’s a lot more serious and less deterred from killing but he doesn’t instantly resort to it and isn’t turned into a merciless killing machine. He didn’t try to kill Eggman at first but as Eggman became a more increasing dangerous threat to others, he saw it as the best course of action to stop him from hurting people like Tails & Amy. Also the Metal Robotnik twist was amazing, I didn’t see that coming, what a way to get me hooked for a part 2.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thanks for saying so

[@SansINess53]

if the adventure series didn't have quirky cutscenes, then it would've been a very serious story where the world almost dies but then a blue savior with his pals save the world. but in more depth.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Not so much the world as Station square

[@RyanTheDark]

What if Tails was Serious?

[@orumonuldor1340]

We see hints of this in Tails adventure... Let's just say it's rather terrifying.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

This could be something for the future

[@Albortomagico]

Tails is actually the scariest Sonic character Almost as fast as Sonic and as smart if not smarter then Eggman He'd probably just be unstoppable when the plot doesn't just want Sonic in the spotlight at all times

[@SparklingJam]

I have my own theory Early in tails life he is more serious and doesn’t take lightly to the bullying so when the bullies bash his mechs he takes a bat and bashes the bullies making them mortally wounded but not dead making tails the most feared person on west side island

[@orumonuldor1340]

@@SparklingJam Technically Tails adventure is a prequel to sonic 2, So prior to arriving on west side island Tails had defeated the great Cuckoo army single-handed.

[@janaiidung8814]

Honestly sonic off eggman at this point after everything he's done

[@leowindthehedgehog]

That Metal Robotnik plot twist caught me off guard! This what if sure has potential, i'll be waiting for part 2 :D

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Lets go!

[@Skibster-w9l]

What if Sonic and Eggman were serious. Wait I think that’s most of the final boss fights.

[@NetMoverSitan]

So he's the rodent version of Batman in this? This version of the CEO of Toilet-brush 'tache Industries will actually be more competent and much darker. Clearly being serious would make Sonic, Tails and Knuckles actually WORSE.

[@aliastheabnormal]

This is what happens when an unstoppable force...meets an immovable object. You truly are incorruptible, aren't you? Huh? You won't kill me... out of some misplaced sense of self-righteousness. And I won't kill you... because you're just too much fun. I think you and I are destined to do this forever. Sonic the hedgehog

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The Hedgehog we deserve

[@KG-vr1dc]

Serious sonic vs serious eggman?

[@kunlesanders]

Sonic used to be serious between the Classic (Genesis/Game Gear/Arcade), Dreamcast (Adventure/Gamecube/Gameboy Advance), and Dark Age (DS, Wii, and more). But now, things are different. 😔

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Well, now Sonic is going to be REALLY serious in this!

[@Maximum4power]

We need a vigilante Sonic

[@jamesriley2594]

Part 2 Knuckles might kill Eggman for breaking the Master Emerald or at least make him nothing but a head

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Eggman is in a bad place for sure

[@R2be]

Pin me im the 100th liker🎉

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Sorry, pins are rare over here

[@R2be]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor bruh

[@KobeRogers-vw8nx]

What if Knuckles Stayed An Antagonist And Continued to Work With Robotnik (Movie Version) I wonder how it would have effect his series that might be hard to see what happens but it still would be cool

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Need movie 3 first

[@KobeRogers-vw8nx]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor Oh so you might wait until the 3rd movie comes out

[@trollos]

14:53 didnt even credit the orgininal creator of this animation. smh my head

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Good shout, forgot to add those in

[@soufianegamerpro]

this is basically shadow

[@Schollidazed]

"What if Sonic Locked tf In?"

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Haha

[@Sandman2000_HotTake]

Me what I’m picturing what might happen in the thumbnail Sonic: “WHO ARE YOU CLOWN.” Eggman: “Call me……Eggman.” (If you get the reference you deserve a Medal)

[@ale-xsantos1078]

I think Tails would be saddened at first, but since Sonic did save him here and even allowed him to tag along until it became too dangerous for him it isnt a "Nine Scenario" and I believe he would understand it seeing how smart Tails is, focusing on improving himself so that someday he can join Sonic in his adventures without making the Blue Blur have to worry for him

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

A reasonable take

[@ale-xsantos1078]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor And an awesome video! Thank you for your great work

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@ale-xsantos1078 You're welcome

[@ROCKET-JUICE]

Do Sonic Adventure!

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Good news, Adventure uploads in 4 hours!

[@Speed_311]

Sonic Man. :)

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The hero we deserve

[@phantomus9963]

Now stuff like this gets me hooked! first "What if Sonic died" and now this!? I've got to see the rest of this story! I really want to know what a universe with a sterner and more serious Sonic would be! please make a part 2! your story telling is so good! :3

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thank you! I was surprised with how Sonic 3 changed in this one.

[@phantomus9963]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor Your very welcome! I was quite surprised how it changed too! I'm hyped to see part 2! but if you have something else planned first, then either way I'm excited to see what else ya got! :>

[@DJBurns-jq8mn]

Eggman would still be alive. Eggman basically is Batman in the sense that, while he tends to wing it or not complete some plans, he has contingencies. Also the timestones can only be on Little planet

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Everything you just said is what happens in this video

[@DJBurns-jq8mn]

This was my opinion on it before I watched the video. Glad we had the same mindset

[@ale-xsantos1078]

I think Super Sonic would have accepted the plea even with the more serious outlook since in his view due to him rewinding time he beat Eggman up before he did anything last time, but then Eggman probably would have tried to pull a stunt like what his movie counterpart did against Super Sonic and then he would've been killed on the spot

[@Markio-k5j]

Sonic would probably destroy Eggman in the end of this timeline

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

But Eggman has life insurance

[@Markio-k5j]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor if your talking about his robots Sonic can just brake them all

[@chaossnowkitsune6377]

I need mpre of this

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Roger

[@kajaysee832]

that thumbnail is gold 😂

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

It was fun to make

[@milamaxwell1731]

I know this video was old but correction. Because you made it to where sonic. Entails doesn't really form a friendship like that. I don't think sonic learns the spin dash because tales was the one that originally came up with that idea

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I already thought of this. Tails joins Sonic for all of Emerald hill, so Sonic could have seen Tails use it there. Also, a serious Sonic would probably figure it out on his own over time.

[@tiagocervera5661]

For all the people in the comment section that enjoyed this contrats but im not a fond of a character's personalaty being motiveaed by negetave emotion it really afects me in particular am i serious? yes but i only when necesery when i see a sold thats has been through something horrible i would gave it the emotion that it properly desevers

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Check out my other What If's where I don't change the personality

[@LuigiStorm]

video idea what if knuckles stayed evil

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Well he never was evil but I know what you mean

[@LuigiStorm]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor I just want to know how different sonic adventure 1,2 and heroes play out

[@DaveTheRetroGuy]

He was manipulated by eggman wasn't evil

[@LuigiStorm]

@@DaveTheRetroGuy I know but what if knuckles just still hated sonic

[@asalkamari9251]

can you please make what if amy was serious

[@thepurpleblurr]

Well sonic does have moments when he's serious

[@CrucialMutual]

Feel like the super emeralds need to be restored. Afterall, the husks were left in the hidden palace and needed the chaos emeralds before they could be used.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

You would have to ask SEGA for that one

[@Danielrv2fn]

What if shadow was silly?

[@ahmadstewasamlrt2202]

What if Sonic was in invincible

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

That is a cool show

[@ahmadstewasamlrt2202]

What if Sonic was serious part 2 will come out

[@halyoalex8942]

Now I'm curious what happens if you do both of these Serious What Ifs at once

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

To much seriousness in one place

[@Zillykitsune]

HECK YEAH i would love to watch this

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Awesome

[@theguybehindyou4762]

I've been planning a reboot around this exact idea; a darker, grittier take on the entire franchise. And it gets *dark* at times, in ways that would never be allowed in Sonic media.

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Uh oh

[@theguybehindyou4762]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor Such as Sonic putting on a smile to cover up his pain and trauma.

[@dynamorphic]

.....Wtf is Mobius???

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Sonic's world in western media before the merger

[@HonoredGlint]

Great theroy video just like last time and I would love to see a part two but I also have an idea for a new what if series What if Amy was the guardian of the master emerald and had to guard it on little planet?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

How did the Master Emerald end up on Little Planet?

[@HonoredGlint]

@@TheRealMightyEmperorFor the sake of my “what if” idea the master emails would be native to little planet and Amy would need to guard it (this would also lead to Amy being more serious) would you be willing to do this video idea?

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@HonoredGlint That relies on a lot of changes to the world before we even start. I prefer concepts that start normal and then change. But who knows.

[@HonoredGlint]

@@TheRealMightyEmperorI meanly thought of this idea so that viewers could see what Amy was like if she was series so you could just do “what if Amy was serious”

[@Mohamad-m7md]

That thumbnail is a masterpiece

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thank you

[@Yapping_Chameleon-m4y]

if sonic was serious he would probably blow up the death egg but with an massive severe explosion

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

He did more damage to it here than in normal Sonic 2, so it cannot be repaired in Sonic 3

[@Yapping_Chameleon-m4y]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor nice btw if sonic was serious on sonic xtreme he couldve beaten metal sonic

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@Yapping_Chameleon-m4y Sonic xtream was cancelled I thought?

[@Yapping_Chameleon-m4y]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor yeah it was cancelled but i wanna bring it back but with a better game name sonic turbo and add a 4 player team into it

[@zakstorm9191]

Yeah this was pretty good

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

Thanks

[@MortonMcCastle]

Yes, I do want a part 2!

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

I will see what I can do!

[@MortonMcCastle]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor Awesome! Thanks!

[@MortonMcCastle]

9:00 At this point, Dr. Eggman is pleading to Sonic to let him go. I like how you hung on to Sonic's pondering for a few moments, building suspense. But it surprised me that you decided to have Sonic decline the plea. In my opinion, I think Sonic would have been at Batman-level serious. I think, after a very long moment of pondering, he would tear apart the rest of the egg-robot, grab Eggman by the collar and drag him outside into space. He would hold him at arms length, implying he's going to let go, and says "This is your very last chance. Shape up, and don't hurt anyone else. I will spare you now, but if you try something like this again, I will not. Is that clear?"

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

@@MortonMcCastle Fair. I don't think serious Sonic has enough reason to care about redeeming Eggman though. All this man has ever done is invade and destroy. He already gave him 2 chances prior.

[@chiliboi69]

Ngl I disagree From my previous comment about how Eggman would die in 1 or CD I can see now yeah he would live but in Sonic 2 he’d die cause if Sonic went through the machine that would hit eggmans stomach thus Eggman would die from either exploding or rapid blood loss But please continue this

[@TheRealMightyEmperor]

The idea was Eggman sits in the mech's "head"

[@chiliboi69]

@@TheRealMightyEmperor oh..but still we saw Eggman pleading for his life so wouldn’t Sonic just go for where Eggman was?