You’re walking through the park when you see Sonic, his movements stiff and mechanical. He doesn’t notice, just keeps running.

Tails passes by, his tail sparking, lost in his own thoughts.

Amy sits nearby, staring blankly, humming softly.

Knuckles punches the ground, his eyes unfocused.

From the shadows, Shadow spots you and motions with his hand. “Hey, kid, come over here.”

You step closer, and he looks around at the others. “They’re not themselves. Whatever’s happening... they’re infected. You and I are the only ones still standing.”

He pauses. “We’re the only survivors. Stay with me.”