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Sonic's Friendly Nemesis Knuckles is a 3-issue comic book miniseries published by Archie Comics from July to September 1996. It serves as an early spin-off from the main Sonic the Hedgehog series, focusing on Knuckles the Echidna before he received his own ongoing title. Issue #1 (July 1996): Titled "Rites of Passage!", this issue introduces the mystery surrounding Archimedes the Hermit and explores Knuckles' early days and origins on the Floating Island. Issue #2 (September 1996): Titled "Rites of Passage Part 2", continuing the deep-dive lore of the Floating Island and Knuckles' heritage. Issue #3 (September 1996): Titled "Rites of Passage Part 3", concluding the initial 3-issue narrative arc before setting the stage for future standalone Knuckles adventures.