Sometimes, I remember it one way. Sometimes, another. If I am going to have a past, then I prefer it to be multiple choice.
...I want him to fight Vector Prime from Transformers: Cybertron.
Why?
Because, both of them are heroic time-keeping swordsmen directly serving under gods themselves, whose job is to travel the multiverse, fix errors in the timestream, and fight those who seek to alter time for their own gain.
Both also wield legendary mystic swords which boast tons of time-altering abilities.
I mean, seriously, the sheer number of Sonic-related media that was released last year is simply ridiculous:
1) The highly anticipated sequel to the surprisingly well-received live-action movie from 2020
2) A new 3D platformer game that features the very first open world of the series
5. A Hearth's Warming Tail
4. A Christmas Carol (2009)
3. The Muppet Christmas Carol
2. Scrooged
SIDE NOTE: The scene in question takes place during the 15th episode of the 6th season of The Next Generation.