Snively Robotnik is Robotnik's lackey. He is also his nephew. Snively got his nickname for his cowardly nature, usually because he lives and works in constant fear of his merciless uncle. Snively was there on that day when Robotnik conquered Mobotropolis. Of course, he had a full head of hair back then. But then Sonic ran past him so fast, the suction from the speed tore off most of his hair, and he held a grudge ever since. Above all, he hates him and has waited years to be rid of him.