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The Power-absorbant Insoles are objects that appear in the Sonic Boom series Created by Dr. Eggman, they were used in one of Eggman's schemes to channel Sonic the Hedgehog's speed into power for Giant Robot.
Description[]
Appearance[]
The Power-absorbant Insoles are built into an orange pair of shoes fitted with red lights on the front, grey soles, turquoise patterns, and tall white rims.
Powers and traits[]
When Sonic the Hedgehog runs with them, the Power-absorbant Insoles can transfer the power he generates remotely to the Giant Robot as an external power source; the faster Sonic runs, the more powerful the robot becomes. However, receiving too much power from the insoles will cause Giant Robot to explode. Additionally, the shoes can store the power Sonic generates like a battery, thereby preventing the Giant Robot from powering down should Sonic stop running. As a safety measure, the shoes cannot be taken off, though, as implied by Sonic, it is possible, albeit very difficult to do so.[1]
History[]
TV series[]
Season one[]
In an attempt to beat Team Sonic, Dr. Eggman developed the Power-absorbant Insoles to turn Sonic's speed into a power source for his Giant Robot. After making Sonic believe he was creating noise when running (which Eggman had faked), Eggman got him to wear a pair of shoes with the Power-absorbant Insoles under the pretense that they would cover the sound. Soon after, Eggman attacked with Giant Robot which grew stronger the more Sonic ran with the shoes in battle. Unable to neutralize the shoes or take them off, Sonic used them to his advantage by running around increasing faster until Giant Robot overloaded with power from the insoles and blew up.[1]
Trivia[]
- The shoes preventing Sonic from using his speed as well as being locked onto his feet are similar functions to the Slow Down Boots in Sonic Labyrinth. However, while these shoes do not slow Sonic down, they are stuck to his feet and serve a purpose in favour of Dr. Eggman.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Barichella, Thomas (28 March 2015). "Sole Power". Sonic Boom. Season 1. Episode 19. Cartoon Network.