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{{Quote left|I'll make sure to pay [[Knuckles the Echidna|you]] back for this!|Storm the Albatross, ''[[Sonic Riders]]''}}
{{nihongo|'''Storm the Albatross'''|ストーム・ザ・アルバトロス|Sutōmu za Arubatorosu}} is a character that appears in the [[Sonic the Hedgehog series|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' series]]. He is an anthropomorphic albatross and the muscle of the current generation of [[Babylon Rogues]]. An imposing sight, Storm is a hulking individual that possesses incredible physical strength, enabling him to destroy just about anything in his path.

In general, Storm is somewhat dim-witted and slow on the uptake, but makes up for it in raw power. He is [[Jet the Hawk]]'s most loyal follower and right-hand man. As such, he is always ready for Jet's assignments. Despite being committed to his duties though, Storm has a quick temper, and his clumsiness constantly succeeds in embarrassing himself and his teammates.

==Concept and creation==
According to ''[[Sonic Riders]]'' game designer [[Takashi Yuda]], Storm, [[Jet the Hawk|Jet]] and [[Wave the Swallow|Wave]] were conceptualized by [[Sonic Team]] to be "air pirates" that would become [[Sonic the Hedgehog|Sonic]]'s rivals.<ref>{{Cite web |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20060221103132/ps2.gamespy.com/playstation-2/sonic-riders/682225p2.html |title=Sega Talks ''Sonic Riders'' |work=GameSpy |date=20 January 2006 |url=https:ps2.gamespy.com/playstation-2/sonic-riders/682225p2.html |archivedate=21 February 2006 |accessdate=17 February 2022}}</ref>

==Appearance==
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Storm The Albatross 1.png|Storm the Albatross, from ''[[Sonic Riders]]''.
Riders Model Storm.png|Storm the Albatross, with his goggles on from ''[[Sonic Riders]]''.
Tropical Storm.png|Storm the Albatross, in his "Tropical" outfit from the ''[[Sonic Channel]]''.
File:SSSSummerStormRender.png|Storm the Albatross in his summer beach outfit, from ''[[Sonic Speed Simulator]]''.
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Storm is an anthropomorphic albatross of hulking physique with gray feathers and white feathers covering his body. On his arms near his wrists are dark gray fire-like markings. He has light blue eyes with red and black markings around it, a golden beak and his hair is short, similar to Wave's.

For attire, he wears tan gloves that possess visible lining with black bands, small goggles with yellow frames and white straps, a brown necklace with small gray pieces, and black, yellow and white sneakers with sock-like cuffs and gray soles.

==Personality==
One of Storm's most defining traits is his lack of intelligence. He is dim-witted, often forgetful, easily mislead and can trip over even the simplest of words. He also gets happy and upset in a childish manner quite fast, hinting his simple mindset. However, what Storm lacks in smarts, he makes up for it in raw power.<ref name="SRidersUSManual"/>

When confronting others, Storm takes on a rough and tough attitude by making threats of payback and/or beating up the people in question, in an effort to daunt them. He also has a quick temper, easily getting angry when provoked or when he thinks that he has been insulted. When he is angry, Storm becomes a destructive force.<ref name="Channel Storm"/><ref name="SRidersUSManual"/> He is also always quick to start a fight with others without a second thought, always urging his opponent to start a brawl with him right on the spot. He is also rather impatient and hates to wait.<ref name="Channel Storm"/>

Whenever Storm gets excited, flustered or ill at ease, he tends to stutter, sometimes become gradually speechless, and will drop whatever façade of toughness he may have at that point, and acts like a bumbling and discouraged individual that easily succumbs to the orders of others.<ref name="SRidersUSManual"/> He is also rather clumsy, always barging into Jet's office, accidentally bringing down stuff on the walls and tripping on his own Extreme Gear.

Like the other members of the Babylon Rogues, Storm is a rather rude person, finding great fun in mocking and laughing at other people, though he rarely throws insults. Regardless, Storm is by far the most sympathetic of the Babylon Rogues, always being quick to apologize to those that he hurts unintentionally, such as when he apologized to a [[E-10000R]] for punching it and when he apologized to Amy for chasing her.

Storm is extremely loyal to Jet, who he almost always refers to as "boss". He constantly seeks to please Jet, either going on his assignments without hesitation or helping him in any way he can. Storm will also always support Jet or back him up, and as well insist that Jet never made any mistakes and that it was others' fault. In line with his, Storm gets very happy when he is praised by Jet and apologizes deeply with great remorse if he fails a mission or somehow insults Jet's pride or dignity.

Storm has a great deal of greedy love for money and treasure, and his primary motivation is to acquire as much wealth as possible, which was the sole reason he and the others on his team willingly competed in the [[World Grand Prix]] in ''Sonic Riders'' and ''Sonic Free Riders''.

One of Storm's most defining traits is his lack of intelligence. Far from the sharpest tool in the shed, he is dim-witted, goofy, and often takes things too literally. He can also be quick to act and careless, like when he mistook a cowering [[Jewel the Beetle|Jewel]] for a gemstone after only seeing her rainbow-colored exoskeleton from behind, which costs him his team's reputation and latest profit. He also gets happy and upset in a childish manner quite fast, hinting a simple mindset.<ref name="StHAnnual2019s1">''[[Sonic the Hedgehog Annual 2019]]'', "Bonds of Friendship"</ref>

Storm is also a greedy thief, having no qualms about plundering [[Mineral Museum|official institutions]] in order to earn a profit.<ref name="StHAnnual2019s1" />

==Powers and abilities==
[[File:Sonic Riders - Storm - Level 1.jpg|thumb|225px|left|Storm creating a shockwave by clapping his hands together, from ''[[Sonic Riders]]''.]]
The muscle behind the current generation of [[Babylon Rogues]],<ref name="Riders web Storm">{{Cite web |url=http://www.sonic-riders.com/en/index.html |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20060612233043/http://www.sonic-riders.com/en/index.html |title=Sonic Riders official website |archivedate=12 June 2006 |work=Characters: Storm the Albatross |publisher=Sega |accessdate=29 October 2020 |quote=This power-packed force of nature is Jet's right hand man and the muscle behind the Babylon Rogues. He has a quick temper and may stutter when he's flustered, but if you're quick, you can outrun him since he's stronger than he is fast. }}</ref><ref name="SRidersUSManual">''[[Sonic Riders]]'' ([[Nintendo GameCube]]) United States instruction booklet, pg. 9.</ref><ref name="SRZGUKManual">''[[Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity]]'' ([[Wii]]) United Kingdom instruction booklet, pg. 5.</ref> Storm possesses such levels of superhuman strength that he is considered a force of nature.<ref name="Riders web Storm"/> His strength is so great that he can crush a boulder with little effort,<ref name="SFR">''[[Sonic Free Riders]]'' ([[Xbox 360]]) United States instruction booklet, pg. 11.</ref><ref name="Channel Storm">{{Cite web |url=http://sonic.sega.jp/SonicChannel/character/storm.html |title=Sonic Channel |work=Characters: Storm |publisher=Sega |accessdate=3 July 2015 |language=Japanese |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20190526165454/http://sonic.sega.jp/SonicChannel/character/storm.html |archivedate=26 May 2019 }}</ref> create concussive shockwaves and gusts of wind powerful enough to blow opponents off their footing by simply clapping his hands together,<ref name="SRGameplay">''[[Sonic Riders]]''</ref> and easily smash through obstacles like [[car]]s and [[Barricade|walls made of all kinds of material]] with a single punch.<ref name="SRGameplay"/> Also, while not as fast as he is strong,<ref name="Riders web Storm"/> Storm is still able to move around at super speeds on foot, enough to reach velocities well above 100 "Speed".<ref name="SRGameplay">''[[Sonic Riders]]''</ref> He possesses as well above average acrobatic skills and agility, enough to pull off advanced [[Trick Action|tricks]] and movements while in mid-air. Storm also has a high degree of physical durability. Notably, he took a direct hit from [[Amy Rose|Amy]] with her [[Piko Piko Hammer]] and became slightly staggered from it,<ref name="SRZGRCutscene1">[[Sonic Team]], CRI Middleware (22 February 2008). ''[[Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity]]''. [[PlayStation 2]]. [[Sega]]. Area/level: [[MeteorTech Sparkworks]].</ref> and he has withstood a direct jab from [[Knuckles the Echidna|Knuckles]].<ref name="SRCutscene1">[[Sonic Team]], Sonic Team USA (17 March 2006). ''[[Sonic Riders]]''. [[PlayStation 2]]. [[Sega]]. Area/Level: Opening sequence (Heroes' storyline).</ref>

As a member of the Babylon Rouges, Storm is a professional [[Extreme Gear]] rider, enough to be acknowledged as a wind master on a legendary level.<ref>[[Sonic Team]] (10 November 2010). ''[[Sonic Free Riders]]''. [[Xbox 360]]. [[Sega]]. "'''Omochao''': And at the end of the first race, it's Team Babylon that's come out on top! These wind masters live up to the legends! There's already talk of this team going all the way. Let's get a word with them!."</ref> Notably, he can move expertly at high speeds, perform complex and impressive tricks and body movements while in midair, and engage in hand-to-hand combat with other Extreme Gear riders while riding his own Extreme Gear without any trouble. In addition, thanks to his strength, he is able to smash through all kinds of obstacles without losing momentum. However, he does sometimes have trouble stopping suddenly on his Extreme Gear.<ref name="SRCutscene2">[[Sonic Team]], Sonic Team USA (17 March 2006). ''[[Sonic Riders]]''. [[PlayStation 2]]. [[Sega]]. Area/Level: [[Dark Desert]].</ref>

Physical abilities and Extreme Gears skills aside, Storm is a talented and professional thief.<ref name="SRidersUSManual"/> Having pulled off successful heists and escaped capture from the authorities,<ref name="SRCutscene1"/> Storm is a seasoned thief and talented with sleight of hand. As a testament to his thieving skills, Storm single-handedly infiltrated [[Doctor Eggman|Dr. Eggman]]'s [[Ice Factory|base]], stole the doctor's private diary, and escaped a horde of [[E-10000G]]s.<ref name="SRCutscene3">[[Sonic Team]], Sonic Team USA (17 March 2006). ''[[Sonic Riders]]''. [[PlayStation 2]]. [[Sega]]. Area/Level: [[Ice Factory]].</ref>

In addition to possessing great strength, Storm is a brawler that focuses on hand-to-hand combat. However, he no other fighting skills besides that.<ref name="StH28">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 28|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #28]], "All or Nothing, Part 3"</ref> Storm has proven himself to be a capable and swift [[Extreme Gear/History and appearances (IDW)|Extreme Gear]] rider. In addition, he is a professional thief.<ref name="StHAnnual2019s12">''[[Sonic the Hedgehog Annual 2019]]'', "Bonds of Friendship"</ref>

===Equipment===
[[File:Type-S SFR.png|thumb|right|The Type-S, from ''[[Sonic Free Riders]]''.]]
Storm's choice of equipment is his [[Type-S]]. The Type-S is a Board type [[Extreme Gear]], constructed by [[Wave the Swallow|Wave]], which is meant for durable and destructive Extreme Gear riding. Over time, the Type-S has been redesigned to have a wider base and maximum hover to support Storm's bulk and weight.<ref name="SRZGending3">[[Sonic Team]], CRI Middleware (22 February 2008). ''[[Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity]]''. [[PlayStation 2]]. [[Sega]]. "'''Type-S's profile''': When redesigning Storm's gear, Wave broadened the craft's base to support his massive bulk."</ref><ref>[[Sonic Team]] (10 November 2010). ''[[Sonic Free Riders]]''. [[Xbox 360]]. [[Sega]]. "'''Type-S's profile''': Rebuilt by Wave to support Storm's heft, this gear pushes hover lift output to the max."</ref> When the situation calls for it though, he will also use it as a blunt melee weapon.<ref name="StH282">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 28|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #28]], "All or Nothing, Part 3"</ref>

==Weaknesses==
Since Storm is stronger than he is fast, a quick enough opponent can outrun him.<ref name="Riders web Storm"/> In addition, he has a short temper, is not smart or flexible, and can be slow to act.<ref name="Scholastic">{{Cite book |author=[[Devra Newberger Speregen]] |title=[[Sonic: The Ultimate Character Guide]] |publisher=[[Scholastic]] |date=2016 |page=56-57 |isbn=978-1338033243 }}</ref>

==Relationships==
===Babylon Rogues===
====Jet the Hawk====
{{Quote left|[[Jet the Hawk]], leader of the [[Babylon Rogues]], is at the top of his game every day of the week!|Storm the Albatross, ''[[Sonic Free Riders]]''}}
Storm greatly respects his leader, [[Jet the Hawk]], and refers to him as "Boss". He will do anything to serve him and will always try to accomplish any mission given by him. In the Sonic Channel bio, it is mentioned that Jet is one of his favorite things.

As such, he is always seeking to please Jet and gets rather flustered or regretful when he angers him. Storm also always has Jet's back no matter the decision, even if it makes them both look ignorant. Jet is always appreciative of Storm's support. However, he does not like it when Storm does this and makes their group look incompetent. Despite this, Jet and Storm do care about each other enough to ride or fight together to the end.<ref name="StHAnnual2019s13" /><ref name="StH25" /><ref name="StH283" />

====Wave the Swallow====
Storm and his teammate, [[Wave the Swallow]], seem to get into small arguments. In ''Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity'', Storm was making fun of Wave as she was wishing upon a shooting star as he thought that it was childish to think that a shooting star can grant a wish. In ''Sonic Free Riders'', Wave insulted Storm's skills in Extreme Gear. This disheartened Storm, causing them to not talk to each other.

Storm has a decent enough relationship with Wave, although Storm's lack of intelligence and Wave's genius-level intellect is a great contrast between them. She sometimes views him as incompetent due to his slower moments compared to her. In turn, Storm respects Wave but is not afraid to request for her to back up off of Jet when she tells him off. Regardless, he and Wave trust each other very much as teammates and know that they have each other's backs, being willing to fight side by side to the end.<ref name="StHAnnual2019s14" /><ref name="StH252" /><ref name="StH284" />

===Knuckles the Echidna===
{{Quote left|In the air! On the ground! Don't matter! [[Knuckles the Echidna|You]] can't beat me!|Storm the Albatross, [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 66|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #66]]}}
Storm first met [[Knuckles the Echidna]] when he and his crew were committing a robbery, during which Knuckles punched Storm off his board. Since then, the two have become fierce rivals in strength. When Storm lost against Knuckles in the [[World Grand Prix]], he falsely accused him of having cheated.

During the MeteorTech [[Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity|incident]] the two showed a spark of anger when they saw each other again. Knuckles thinks of him as a "meathead" and Storm wants to settle the score, causing great tension between the two.

===Amy Rose===
Storm finds a surprising new rival in [[Amy Rose]] during the MeteorTech [[Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity|incident]].<ref name="History">{{Cite book |date = 6 September 2013 |title = [[The History of Sonic the Hedgehog]] |publisher = Les Editions Pix'n Love |page = 278 |chapter = Characters |isbn = 978-1-926778-96-9}}</ref> Storm to this day still fears her hammer as seen during ''[[Clean Sweepstakes]]'' when Amy confronts him for bullying [[Miles "Tails" Prower|Tails]].<ref>[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 69|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #69]], "Story one"</ref>

===Master Zik===
{{Quote left|I ain't afraid to hit an [[Master Zik|old man]]!|Storm the Albatross, [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 26|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #26]]}}
Storm first met [[Master Zik]] during a fight with him in [[Winterburg]]. Before even meeting him in person, Storm admitted that he would have no problem beating up an old man like him.<ref name="StH26">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 26|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #26]], "All or Nothing, Part 1"</ref>

===Friends/allies===
*The [[Babylon Rogues]] {{C|teammates}}
**[[Jet the Hawk]]
**[[Wave the Swallow]]

===Neutral===
*[[Big the Cat]]
*[[Blaze the Cat]]
*[[Cheese]]
*[[Chocola]]
*[[Gemerl]]
*[[Nite the Owl]]
*[[Restoration]]
**[[Jewel the Beetle]]
*[[Silver the Hedgehog]]
*[[Sticks the Badger]]
*[[Tangle the Lemur]]
*[[Team Chaotix]]
**[[Charmy Bee]]
**[[Espio the Chameleon]]
**[[Vector the Crocodile]]
*[[Team Dark]]
**[[Shadow the Hedgehog]]
**[[Rouge the Bat]]
**[[E-123 Omega]]
*[[Team Rose]]
**[[Amy Rose]]
**[[Cream the Rabbit]]
*[[Team Sonic|Team Heroes]]
**[[Knuckles the Echidna]] {{C|arch-rival}}
**[[Sonic the Hedgehog]]
**[[Miles "Tails" Prower]]
*[[Whisper the Wolf]]

===Enemies===
*[[Babylon Guardian]]
*[[Clean Sweep Inc.]]
**[[Clutch the Opossum]]
*[[Deadly Six]]
**[[Master Zik]]
**[[Zavok]]
*[[Eggman Empire]]
**[[Doctor Eggman|Dr. Eggman]]
**[[Cubot]]
**[[Metal Sonic]]
**[[Orbot]]
*[[Metal Virus]]
*[[SCR-HD]]
*[[Surge the Tenrec]]
*[[Kitsunami the Fennec]]
*[[Zombot]]s

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