Do Sonic and Shadow have an unhealthy rivalry?

Is Sonic and Shadow’s rivalry healthy or harmful? In this deep-dive analysis, we explore the complex relationship between Sonic the Hedgehog and Shadow the Hedgehog throughout the mainline Sonic series—from their iconic first encounter in Sonic Adventure 2 to their latest clash in Sonic X Shadow Generations. We break down the hedgehogs' key moments, character evolution and motivations, and how their dynamic has the potential to shape who they are. Without further ado, here's my take on the deeper meaning behind one of gaming’s most legendary rivalries.

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Timestamps:
0:00-1:39 - Intro
1:39-12:14 - Sonic Adventure 2 (SA2)
12:14-14:56 - Sonic Heroes
14:56-19:03 - Shadow the Hedgehog (Shadow 05)
19:03-25:14 - Sonic X Shadow Generations (SXSG)
25:14-28:57 - The Bigger Picture: Sonic and Shadow's True Roles
28:57-30:28 - Final Thoughts
30:28-31:37 - Outro

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