The Sonic fanbase can be a creative lot. There’s a wealth of content to be discovered from talented fans who create wonderful things. You’ll find pieces of stunning fan art, creative original animated series and ambitious fangames which rival the quality of even some of Sonic Team’s best. Games like Sonic: After The Sequel come to mind, with a wealth of unique well designed zones, an incredible original soundtrack and tons of creative new gimmicks. It’s hard to think of many other fanbases which match the unrivalled passion of Sonic’s.

But let’s forget about that. Let’s talk about memes!

It’s the new reason we all love Sonic! At least, Sonic’s twitter. Sanic has become an internet icon for the ages, and everyone is finding new ways to depict everyone’s favourite hedgehog in new, colourful and er… expressive, ways. Which is why you could imagine the delight on my face when I discovered SSMB’s newest thread – “Draw Sonics Badly”.

Started by long time member Diogenes, “Draw Sonics Badly” is a simple concept. Using whatever art skills you have, draw horrific interpretations of various Sonic characters. Of course, the opening week’s theme was none other than the titular hedgehog himself. So let’s look at 11 of the best!

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Going too fast, by Nix

Somebody woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

A smile to behold, by Solly

The chest hair really adds to the heroic charm depicted here.

Noodle limbs, by Diogenes

Who needs to jump with legs like these?

Cross-eyed, by Azookara

Look deep into his eyes. There’s an ocean of beauty.

Rocket boost, by YoshiUnity

When you can’t get enough fast.

Crimelord, by Nepenthe

Could this be leaked concept art for 2005’s hit title Shadow the Hedgehog?

Speeding for lasagne, by Clewis

I swear I’ve seen that face somewhere before…

Wrapped up for winter, by JezMM

Honestly, that scarf is just SO stylish.

Horror, by Pompadour

Those slippers are lovely. Where did you get them?

A tasty treat, by Sami

A delicious ice cream the whole family can enjoy!

Believe in yourself, by Gregzilla

Sonic always loves to inspire.

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There you are – eleven amazingly awful Sonics drawn by members of the SSMB. Which one was your favourite? Or which one will you be seeing in you nightmares? Let us know in the comments below!