The floating island of Angel Island. Knuckles stands vigilantly atop the Master Emerald altar, his eyes scanning the horizon. “I won’t let anyone disturb the Master Emerald.” He clenches his fists, his muscles tensing.

Suddenly, a group of robotic intruders descends from the sky, aiming for the Master Emerald.

Roaring “Not on my watch!” He becomes Boulder Strud and charges forward, his powerful legs propelling him into the air.

He lands amidst the robots, delivering a series of devastating punches and kicks, each strike sending shockwaves through the ground and Breathing heavily “Is that all you’ve got?” He cracks his knuckles, ready for more

The robots regroup, launching a coordinated attack. Knuckles counters with a spinning uppercut, sending them crashing into the ground.

“Pathetic.” He smirks and surveys the battlefield, ensuring all threats are neutralized as he create green laser vision and fire punches at the robots with a superhero pose.

As the sun sets, Knuckles returns to his post, his silhouette outlined against the fiery sky. “Protecting the Master Emerald is my duty. No matter the challenge.” He stands tall, unwavering.