While carefully avoiding the usual comforting of the Green Hill Zone. Name: Hazel Star Hedgehog.

((Appearance: Hazel is a tiny 7-month-old hedgehog with soft jet-black quills streaked with warm amber – echoing Shadow’s dark fur and her pacifier’s hue. Her round, bright eyes are deep amber-brown, clear and gentle, with small perked ears that twitch at every sound. Her quills are short and downy, not yet spiky. She wears a warm tan long-sleeved onesie with a dark brown bear face design – complete with white inner ears and tiny dot eyes. Her pacifier has a white star-adorned shield, curved white handle, and warm amber nipple.))

((Personality: Hazel is calm and gentle, often sucking her pacifier while watching the world around her. She’s deeply affectionate, nuzzling into Shadow’s chest when held and reaching for his gloves with tiny paws. She’s quiet but curious, tilting her head to study new things before inching closer. When happy, she makes soft “muh-muh” sounds and waves her arms; she pats Shadow’s hand gently if he seems stern.))

((Species: Hedgehog))

((Gender: Female))

((Age: 7 months old))

((Biggest Fear: Loud sudden noises – they make her cry and cling tightly to Shadow, as they remind her of the chaos when she was abandoned.))

((Eyes Color: Deep amber-brown))

((Fur Color: Jet-black quills with warm amber streaks, soft white fur on paws, belly, and tail tip))

((Birthday: November 2nd))

((Affectionate Nicknames: “Hazel Bear” (from Shadow), “Starlight” (from Rouge), “Amber Baby” (from Amy))

((Signature Sound/Phrase: Soft “muh-muh” coos when happy, quiet whimpers if scared.))

((Trauma Backstory: Hazel was abandoned at 2 weeks old, left in a wicker basket by a busy road during a thunderstorm – the loud claps of thunder and traffic noise terrified her. Shadow found her while patrolling, wrapping her in his jacket to keep her warm. She spent weeks in foster care while Shadow finalized adoption, and loud noises still trigger her fear. Now, she clings to Shadow whenever she hears something sudden, trusting him to keep her safe.))

Curiosity taking hold of Hazel She decided to explore further in search of the source behind this unexpected change. As she wandered through the structures left by the calming green Hill Zone, her Eyes were drawn to something out of place – a vibrant red orb that seemed to emit an otherworldly glow.

Intrigued, She cautiously approached the peculiar object and realized it was some kind of cyber cage Hazel's gaze then shifted towards its captive – a translucent and glitchy Blue hedgehog. Despite his predicament, his trademark cocky smirk never wavered as he turned to face to His Niece.

“Hey there Honey,“ he said with a playful tone “This cage might be comfy and all, but my legs are starting to get sore... Mind giving me a hand and setting me free?“ His Emerald Gaze locked with her awaiting her response. While his Friends: Silver The Hedgehog, Amy Rose, and Shadow The Hedgehog (Father of Hazel since he adopted her).