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Rouge the Bat

This article is about the video game character. For other uses, see Rouge the Bat (disambiguation).

Rouge the Bat (ルージュ・ザ・バット Rūju za Batto) is a character from the Sonic the Hedgehog series. She is an anthropomorphic bat and a skilled jewel thief who has also worked as a part-time government spy[1]Sonic Rivals 2 (PlayStation Portable) United States instruction booklet, pg. 8. for the President of the United Federation and closely with the Guardian Units of Nations. Known as a world-famous treasure hunter,[2]Sega of America . Rouge the Bat. Sonic Characters. Sega. Archived from the original on 5 March 2005. Retrieved on 26 October 2017. “Rouge is a world-famous treasure hunter who loves jewels. This fearless female bat is full of sex appeal and knows how to get what she wants. She has a bit of a crush (though she would never admit it) on a certain red echidna that we all know and love. She is secretly inspired by Knuckles’ determination to protect the Master Emerald. She has a weakness for jewels, especially large jewels. When she sees one that she wants, she always goes for it, no matter the personal cost. Although she looks and acts like she hasn’t a care in the world, her mind is always active scheming. Once she has a goal, her motives are always mercenary in nature.” Rouge has a particular weakness for precious jewels such as the Master Emerald and Chaos Emeralds, which she obsesses over. Trained in combat, stealth, and infiltration due to her spy background, Rouge possesses super-level kicking power and the ability to fly.

Rouge is an enigmatic character, often leaving her true motivations in question. She typically acts in her own self-interest, displaying intelligence, sassiness, and seductiveness to achieve her goals. Once she sets her sights on a target, she pursues it relentlessly, regardless of the consequences. Despite her seemingly self-centered nature, Rouge has demonstrated loyalty to her closest friends and has aided Sonic the Hedgehog and his allies in saving the world on multiple occasions.

Concept and Creation

During the development of Sonic Adventure 2, Rouge was originally known as either “Shadow” or “Nails”. The first name was transferred to a character called “Terios” in early builds of the game.[3]Sonic the Hedgehog (2018). Sonic the Hedgehog on Tumblr. Tumblr. Retrieved on 20 March 2023. “#except that initially rouge was called shadow #and then shadow became shadow #and the earlier shadow became rouge #it’s not confusing at all!”

Rouge’s design was inspired by Latin-American women such as Jennifer Lopez.[4]https://x.com/windiigitlord/status/1783627166736883808?s=46

Appearance

Rouge, from Sonic Adventure 2.
Rouge in her “Battle” outfit from Sonic Adventure 2.
Rouge in her “Christmas” outfit, from Sonic Adventure 2.
Rouge in her “Halloween” outfit, from Sonic Adventure 2.
Rouge, from Sonic Heroes.
Rouge in her “Two-piece” outfit, from Sonic Adventure 2 Battle.
Rouge, from Shadow the Hedgehog.
Rouge, from Sonic Riders.
Rouge in her “Race” outfit, from Sonic Rivals 2.
Rouge in her “Stealth” outfit, from Sonic Rivals 2.
Rouge in her “Armour” outfit, from Sonic Rivals 2.
Rouge in her “Raider” outfit, from Sonic Rivals 2.
Rouge in her “Witch Rouge” outfit, from Sonic Forces: Speed Battle.
Rouge in her “Elite Agent” outfit, from Sonic Forces: Speed Battle.
Rouge in her “Rockstar” outfit, from Sonic Forces: Speed Battle.
Rouge in her “Prime” outfit, from “Shattered”.
Rouge Sonic Channel artwork.
Rouge Sonic Channel artwork.
Rouge Sonic Channel artwork.
Rouge in her “Business Tycoon” outfit from The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
A slightly more flora inspired outfit, from Sonic Channel.
Rouge Sonic Channel artwork.
Rouge wearing a kimono, from Otherworld Comedy (2023).
Rouge in her “Racesuit” outfit, from Sonic Speed Simulator.
Rouge in her “Valentine” outfit, from Sonic Forces: Speed Battle.
Rouge in tropical attire from Calendar Comedy (2024)

Rouge is an anthropomorphic bat with white fur, turquoise-green eyes with two eyelashes on each, tan skin, and a curvy figure. She has large pointy ears, small fangs, a small black nose on her muzzle, a short pointy tail, and a pair of dark purple wings on her back. Only her head appears to have fur, which flares out into six points at the back. Rouge usually wears makeup consisting of powder-blue eyeshadow and pink lipstick.

Attire:

  1. Standard Outfit:
  • Black, skin-tight, strapless low-cut jumpsuit with a pink heart-shaped chest plate outlined with thin white trim.
  • Elbow-length white gloves.
  • Thigh-high high-heeled boots with pink cuffs, gray soles and heels, and steel toes resembling pink hearts.
  1. Sonic Heroes:
  • Tight-fitting, dark purple bodysuit exposing most of her chest.
  • Pink and white bodice-like garment.
  • White belt with a purple and pink heart-shaped buckle around the waist.
  • White gloves with thick pink cuffs.
  • Dark purple boots with thick pink cuffs and white buckles below the cuffs.
  1. Shadow the Hedgehog:
  • Identical to her usual attire but with a purple jumpsuit.
  1. Extreme Gear Racing and Olympic Sporting Events:
  • Black sports top with white trim.
  • Black bell-bottom pants with white flower-print designs on the calves and white trim at the waist.
  • White gloves with pink trim, gold bracelets.
  • Pink sport shoes with white stripes, pink straps with yellow fasteners, and gray soles.
  1. Sonic Prime:
  • Outfit resembling the Sonic Heroes outfit, but darker in coloration.
  • Dark purple tightly-fitting outfit.
  • Boots with small heart-shaped jewels on their cuffs.
  1. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog:
  • Purple blazer opened to expose a black midriff-revealing top.
  • Gold-framed sunglasses on her forehead.
  • White fancy gloves.
  • White pants with a black belt and gold buckle.
  • White high-heel shoes with purple hearts on the toes.

Personality

Rouge’s profile, from the Xbox 360 version of Sonic Generations.

Rouge is a strong-minded female bat with a collected and convivial voice.[5]Sega (29 July 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ 前編 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 29 July 2021. Retrieved on 26 October 2021. She is an enigmatic character, often playing an active role on both sides of the truth in many global affairs.[6]Sega (18 August 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ　キャラクター紹介 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 18 August 2021. Retrieved on 31 August 2021. Rouge’s appeal is complex, often described as an elusive, mysterious, and mature woman true to her desires.

To most people, Rouge appears as a brave,[7]Sega (23 June 2016). Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Wii U. Nintendo. Area/Level: Collectibles (Flags). “A sultry bat with an air of mystery who specializes in jewels, Rouge is a brave and seasoned spy who boasts excellent footwork in a fight. Although a treasure hunter by nature, her love for gems can sometimes cause her thieving tendencies to take over. Perhaps she entered the competition in order to get her hands on a shiny and sate her lust for glitter.” ambitious, independent, flirtatious, greedy, and calculating narcissist who only thinks about herself and treasure. In Sonic Generations, she is referred to as a temptress due to her seductive ways. A gem-enthusiast, Rouge specializes in gem heists and treasure hunts, with an unquenchable thirst for gemstones driven by her philosophy that acquiring a good gem makes one desire a better one.[8]Sega (17 August 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ 後編 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 17 August 2021. Retrieved on 26 October 2021. However, a jewel she cannot physically hold has no value to her, although she values beautiful scenery matching the finest jewels.

Rouge’s carefree and playful devil-may-care[9]Sega . Sonic the Hedgehog European site. Characters: Rouge the Bat. Archived from the original on 15 March 2007. Retrieved on 5 May 2015. “Did someone say jewels? This cunning treasure hunter loves glittering gems and she’ll use all her charms to get her hands on them. Few know that this devil-may-care bat is also a special operative for the Federal Government. Whether she is on assignment in Soleanna or just looking to find some precious gems remains to be seen.” attitude can be fun for some, like Sonic, or annoying for others, like Knuckles. While she may appear ditzy, Rouge is actually a cunning, calculative, and pragmatic realist. She pretends to know nothing but often gets closer to the heart of the matter than anyone else. She shows lax behavior but conducts delicate research, can be an enemy but turn into a reliable ally, all while keeping her eyes on seizing monetary prizes for herself. This unpredictable and mysterious aspect may be her appeal.

Rouge can show a bashful side, such as when Knuckles saved her life, causing her to become embarrassed before concealing it with disgust and outrage. She can also be a bit of a hypocrite, particularly regarding thefts. For example, she calls others thieves despite having stolen herself, as noted by Knuckles in Sonic Heroes.

Rouge is also a government spy who often works for her own gain. She has a great obsession for jewels, loving them more than anything else,[10]Sega . Official Sonic Heroes website (Japanese). Characters: Team Dark. Sega. Archived from the original on 12 November 2004. Retrieved on 29 July 2015. or anything that shines or glitters. Known to be a brilliant spy one minute and a gem-obsessed treasure hunter the next, she has little qualms about lying and manipulating others, often using her charms to seduce and take advantage of others to get what she wants. Despite this, beneath her outward demeanor, she possesses a kind heart. On many occasions, Rouge has shown heroism, loyalty, and care for others, revealing some degree of morality. She helped save the planet from destruction in Sonic Adventure 2, mediated between Shadow and Omega in Sonic Heroes, and assisted Shadow in defeating Black Doom in Shadow the Hedgehog. She also is not fond of Omega constantly talking about vengeance.

Recently, Rouge has been seen as less selfish, as shown by her actions towards Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog (2006) and Sonic Rivals. However, her portrayal in Sonic Free Riders depicts her as very cold and callous, suggesting she still possesses her interest in jewels and riches, even insulting her broken robot team member.

Powers and Abilities

Rouge fighting Phantom Copies of Shadow and Metal Sonic, from Sonic Forces.

Rouge is a part-time government agent who has undergone extensive special and secret training,[11]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Homing Cutter: Rouge’s Pursuit attack. She takes down opponents with her Axe Kick. She learned this during her secret training.”[12]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Sobat: Rouge’s third attack. She learned the Rolling Sobat during her special training.” and is known as the “world’s greatest thief.” She has proven herself to be a fearsome individual in terms of both skills and physical might, arguably one of the strongest female characters in the Sonic series. Rouge has outmatched Amy more than once[13]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Area/Level: Central City (Rouge’s Episode). “Rouge: Shoot, there she is again! Haa… Well, I guess I better take care of her. / Amy: That’s it! I’ll finish you here. You won’t get away with this, Rouge! / … / Amy: Haa… Haaa… I’m getting dizzy… Haa… Haa… But I’m going to fight for… Sonic… Sonic? When did you… That’s right! This is OUR child! We must protect him! OK, here I come! / … / Amy: That’s it… Sonic… ? Maybe I’m imagining… I’m really… sleepy… / Rouge: That should keep her quiet. No wonder Sonic’s so sick of her. She’s just way too persistent! Well, she’ll be fine, just sleeping here.” and fought the combat-versed Knuckles the Echidna to a stalemate during Sonic Adventure 2.

Much like Knuckles, Rouge possesses enormous strength. While Knuckles’ strength lies in his upper body, Rouge’s strength lies in her lower body, particularly her legs and feet, providing her with incredible kicking power. With a basic kick, she can shatter boulders and dent walls. She can knock opponents high into the air or blow them away with a single kick and perform powerful High Kicks that can split an opponent in half. Her kicks can create widespread tremors when striking the ground and carry the entirety of Team Dark through midair. In some cases, her kick attacks take a surgical approach, slashing clean through barriers such as glass cases and metal doors as if by a blade.

Besides physical strength, Rouge also possesses innate quickness, reaching super speeds. She kept up with her teammates during Sonic Heroes and ran at speeds comparable to other speedy individuals during Sonic Rivals 2. Rouge has sharp reflexes, agility, and acrobatic skills both on the ground and in midair, allowing her to effortlessly perform special tricks and various actions while in mid-air, pull off cartwheels,[14]Sonic Team USA (27 January 2004). Sonic Heroes. Xbox. Sega. Area/Level: Opening sequence (Team Dark’s storyline). execute Spin Attack maneuvers at high speed, and grind along Grind Rails without any trouble.

Rouge in flight, from Sonic Heroes.

Rouge possesses powerful bat wings that let her fly and glide through the air with ease.[15]Sonic Heroes (PlayStation 2) United States instruction booklet, pg. 7. A very skilled flier, she has a Sudden Descent Flight maneuver that allows her to quickly reach anything she sets her eyes on.[16]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Catch: Rouge’s air action. Her Sudden Descent Flight allows her to get whatever she lays her eyes on.” Thanks to her training, she can sustain flight without losing altitude.[17]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Flight: Rouge’s jumping skill. She can fly, without losing altitude, due to her training.” Alternatively, she can use her wings to glide slowly through the air, similar to Knuckles.

Rouge is also a skilled swimmer, able to swim into incredible depths with great speed and skill. Additionally, she excels at climbing, capable of scaling any kind of wall, regardless of the material. She is also adept at burrowing and tunneling through subterranean regions, often utilizing a drill-like spin maneuver with her boots to do so.

Rouge hacking a computer in the future, from Sonic the Hedgehog (2006).

As a seasoned and greatly skilled spy, and the “world’s greatest thief,” Rouge possesses a keen and tactical mind[18]Bandai Namco, Sora Ltd. (3 October 2014). Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo. Area/Level: Trophy Hoard. ““Rouge” trophy: A treasure hunter with an eye for precious gems. She wants to get every jewel and treasure in the world, and she’ll never give up once she’s got a target in her sights. She’s smart and tactical, and can even manipulate Dr. Eggman. Definitely someone you want batting on your side!” and is an expert in a diverse set of skills that includes gathering intel, manipulation, infiltration, lockpicking,[19]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Area/Level: Emerald Town (Rouge’s Episode). “Rouge: Now remember that technique I taught you earlier to open locks? / Emerl: … … … / Rouge: What’s the matter? Just do it as I taught you.” and more. These abilities allow her to out-think, out-maneuver, or simply out-class her opposition. Most of the time, she uses these skills to pull off different kinds of heists. With all those skills at her disposal, Rouge can surreptitiously enter enemy-held territory using only her expertise and sharp intellect. During Sonic Adventure 2, she not only snuck onboard the Space Colony ARK undetected, but also tricked Shadow and Dr. Eggman into believing that she was willing to help them when she was actually sent to investigate the doctor on behalf of the United Federation while repeatedly toying around with them and eventually getting closer to the truth about Project Shadow than anyone else. She is similarly an expert in the art of stealth, able to masterfully enter even the most fortified locations nearly undetected, such as Prison Island,[20]Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2′. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Security Hall. Eggman’s headquarters,[21]Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2′. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Egg Quarters. or Space Colony ARK, and sneak up on people without bringing attention to herself. She also has skills in hacking computers and breaking codes in record time with successful results every time.[22]Sonic Team, Blindlight (14 November 2006). Sonic the Hedgehog. Xbox 360. Sega. Cutscene: Confirming the future (Shadow Episode). She is likewise skilled in utilizing bombs for combat and demolition; she can throw showers of bombs at foes or snipe foes with pinpoint precision.

Rouge is also capable of performing the Spin Attack, a technique where she curls into a concussive ball or cutting disk and directs herself at her targets. With it, she can shred or burrow through just about any substance given enough speed. Adept in its usage, Rouge can utilize several variants of the Spin Attack for both grounded and aerial maneuvers, including the Spin Dash, Spin Jump, and Homing Attack. However, she favors her basic Kick Attack and Drill Drive maneuvers, which let her utilize her powerful legs. Her signature skill in particular is the Screw Kick, a technique where she leaps up and spins her body to form an upwards drill, feet-first.

Even without making use of her specialized techniques and equipment, Rouge is a swift and powerful combatant and has proven herself a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield. Said to boast excellent footwork in a fight, she possesses kickboxing-like prowess, with a fighting style derived from her special training. As such, she utilizes a large number of skillful and specialized kicks, never resorting to her fists or arms. Using her agility in combination with her special training, Rouge can perform moves such as high kicks, side kicks, rolling sobats, spin kicks, axe kicks, and back thrust kicks where she strikes her opponents with pinpoint precision and efficiency. She can also launch tail spin kicks that send her flying forward while spinning like a drill and let her pierce through her opponents. Rouge can also take her fighting techniques into the air with her flight skills, allowing her to hit her opponents with aerial kicks and downward tail spins.

Like real-life bats, Rouge has an excellent sense of hearing, enough to hear even Espio, who is a master of stealth, when he is in her proximity.[23]Backbone Entertainment (13 November 2007). Sonic Rivals 2. PlayStation Portable. Sega. Area/Level: Mystic Haunt Zone Act 2 (Rouge). “Rouge: Okay, who’s there? I know you’re following me. / Espio: Hey, how’d you know I was there… / Rouge: Espio, these ears of mine aren’t just for show, you know.” In addition, she can produce ultrasonic waves with her voice,[24]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Beauty Shock:Rouge’s ground shot. She uses her voice to create an ultrasonic wave to attack her opponents. She learned this during her special training.” which she can turn into a concussive force to attack foes with. Rouge can also clutch onto surfaces with her feet and dangle upside down.

As a world-famous treasure hunter,[25]Prima Development (20 June 2001). “Rouge the Bat”. Sonic Adventure 2: Prima’s Official Strategy Guide. Prima Games. p. 3. ISBN 978-0761536147. “Rouge is a world-famous treasure hunter who loves jewels. The president hired Rouge to uncover information about the mysterious project “Shadow.” This fearless female bat is full of sex appeal and knows how to get what she wants. Although she looks innocent and carefree, she’s always scheming. Once she makes a decision, her motives are always mercenary in nature.” Rouge is also a skilled treasure hunter, as seen during her hunt for the Emerald Shards and numerous searches for the Chaos Emeralds. Rouge has also proven herself as a very talented Extreme Gear rider; during the second EX Grand Prix, she was able to go toe-to-toe with some of the best Extreme Gear riders in the world. While in midair, she is capable of doing several acrobatic tricks with her Extreme Gear and can dash through midair with her Extreme Gear to pass through shortcuts. As seen during Dodon Pa’s Grand Prix, Rouge also has excellent skills when it comes to driving and racing in racecars like the Lip Spyder.

Equipment

Rouge making use of one of her bombs, from Sonic the Hedgehog (2006).

Rouge makes use of different types of personalized mines and bombs. For example, she carries numerous heart-marked bombs that she can deploy from midair, which detonate when touched by a foreign target. She similarly carries other kinds of bombs for both combat and demolition purposes. She also utilizes floating mines equipped with a simple AI that allows them to guide themselves towards enemies.[26]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Bat Cracker: Rouge’s ground trap. Sets bat-shaped mines guided by simple AI to hover over enemies’ heads.”[27]Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Air B. Cracker: Rouge’s air trap. Sets bat-shaped mines guided by simple AI to hover over enemies’ heads.” During Sonic Heroes, Rouge also made use of Dummy Rings.

Color Powers

By utilizing various Hyper-go-on variants from Wisps, Rouge can adopt specific Color Powers to transform into different forms, like a drill, a laser, or even a planet, each with unique abilities. To date, Rouge has transformed into the Cyan Laser, Yellow Drill, and Indigo Asteroid. However, maintaining these transformations necessitates a constant supply of Hyper-go-on.

Weaknesses

Rouge’s greed putting her life at risk, from Sonic Adventure 2.

Rouge’s only known physical weakness is high-frequency soundwaves (loud noise). Although her bat ears give her radar-like hearing, this can be exploited with auditory weapons like a sonic cannon. Rouge’s obsession with jewels can also distract her. Her stubborn attitude and greed have put her in danger; during Sonic Adventure 2, her argument with Knuckles over the Master Emerald almost caused her to fall into a lava pool, but Knuckles saved her. Additionally, her infiltration skills are not perfect. She was discovered by Flying Dog while robbing Prison Island and was imprisoned by Dr. Eggman after stealing the Scepter of Darkness, though she eventually escaped.

Rouge the Bat

Rouge the Bat, from Sonic Dream Team.

Appearances

First Appearance

Sonic Adventure 2

Game Appearances

  • Sonic Adventure 2
  • Sonic Adventure 2: Battle
  • Sonic Battle
  • Sonic Heroes
  • Shadow the Hedgehog
  • Sonic Riders
  • Sonic the Hedgehog (2006)
  • Sonic Rivals
  • Sonic Rivals 2
  • Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity
  • Super Smash Bros. Brawl (cameo)
  • Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood
  • Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games
  • Sonic Free Riders
  • Sonic Colors (Nintendo DS)
  • Sonic Generations (console/PC)
  • Sonic Generations (Nintendo 3DS) (cameo)
  • Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Wii)
  • Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)
  • Sonic Adventure 2 (2012)
  • Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed (cameo)
  • Sonic Jump (2012)
  • Sonic Dash
  • Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games
  • Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS (cameo)
  • Sonic Runners
  • LEGO Dimensions (mentioned)
  • Sonic Jump Fever (cameo)
  • Sonic Runners Adventure
  • Sonic Forces: Speed Battle
  • Sonic Forces
  • Sega Heroes
  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (cameo)
  • Team Sonic Racing
  • Sonic Racing
  • Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
  • Sonic at the Olympic Games (2020)
  • Sega Streaming Theater Sonic Edition (cameo)
  • Sonic Dash+
  • Sonic Speed Simulator
  • Sonic Frontiers (mentioned)
  • The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
  • Sonic Prime Dash
  • Sonic Dream Team
  • Sonic X Shadow Generations
  • Sonic Rumble

Appearances in Other Media

  • Sonic X
  • Archie Comics
  • Sonic Comic
  • Sonic Forces digital comic
  • IDW Publishing
  • Team Sonic Racing One-shot
  • Team Sonic Racing Overdrive
  • Cover stories (2021)
  • TailsTube
  • Sonic Prime
  • Otherworld Comedy (2023)
  • Calendar Comedy (2024)

Real-World Designer(s)

Creator(s) (Real-World)

  • Kazuyuki Hoshino
  • Yuji Uekawa

Voice Actor(s)

English

  • Lani Minella (2001-2004)
  • Kathleen Delaney (2005-2010)
  • Karen Strassman (2010-present)

Japanese

Rumi Ochiai

Other Languages

  • Ana Vidal (Spanish)
  • Jasmine Laurenti (Italian)
  • Marie Lenoir (French)
  • Marianne Graffam (German)

Biographical Overview

Age

18[28]Sonic Channel (Japanese). Characters: Rouge. Sega. Archived from the original on 26 May 2019. Retrieved on 3 July 2015.[29]Devra Newberger Speregen (2016). Sonic: The Ultimate Character Guide. Scholastic. p. 33. ISBN 978-1338033243.

Relative(s)

Unnamed mother[30]Team Sonic Racing – Rouge Voice Clips. YouTube.

Nickname(s)

  • Bat girl[31]Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2. Dreamcast. Sega. Cutscene: Entering Rouge (Dark story). “Knuckles: Yeah, well we’ll see about that, bat girl!”
  • Bat lady[32]Sonic Team (4 December 2003). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Cutscene: Tails’ Lab – After selecting the area 2 (Knuckles story). “Knuckles: 2 more, huh? That bat lady said that the fake Emerls all had shards.”
  • Bat thief[33]Backbone Entertainment (13 November 2007). Sonic Rivals 2. PlayStation Portable. Sega. Area/level: Chaotic Inferno Zone. Cutscene: Ending. “Knuckles: Wait! Wait you… You bat thief! Get back here!”
  • Little Girl Bat
  • World’s greatest thief[34]Sonic Battle (Game Boy Advance) United States instruction booklet, pg. 5.

Species

Bat

Physical Description

Gender

Female

Height

105 cm (3′ 5″)

Weight

Unknown

Fur

White

Skin

Tan

Eyes

Teal-green

Attire

  • Black sleeveless jumpsuit with pink and white heart chest plate
  • White elbow-length gloves with pink cuffs
  • White high-heeled knee-high boots with pink cuffs and heart tips
  • Powder blue eyeshadow
  • Pink lipstick

Alignment and Character Traits

Alignment

Neutral

Affiliation(s)

  • United Federation
    • Guardian Units of Nations
  • Eggman Empire (temporarily)
  • Team Dark
  • Resistance (formerly)

Likes

  • Jewels
  • Precious stones
  • Treasure hunting
  • Luxury
  • Casinos[35]Sumo Digital (May 21, 2019). Team Sonic Racing. PlayStation 4. Sega. Area/level: Roulette Road. “Rouge: This is my scene. I love casinos!”
  • Flirting
  • Getting what she wants

Dislikes

  • Disorganization
  • Having gems taken or stolen from her
  • Omega’s constant talk of revenge
  • Fake jewels
  • Insults
  • Giving up to any gem
  • Admitting when she is wrong
  • Dry Lagoon and similar places[36]Sonic Team (18 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Dry Lagoon. “Rouge: I hate places like this.”

Powers and abilities

Skills

  • Flight
  • Super strength
  • Super speed
  • Acrobatic skills and reflexes
  • Martial arts skills
  • Treasure hunting skills
  • Espionage
  • Stealth
  • Professional thief
  • Manipulation
  • Enhanced hearing
  • Wall climbing
  • Burrowing
  • Computer hacking
  • Lockpicking
  • Vehicle intuition
  • Extreme Gear riding skills
  • Grinding
  • Hyper-go-on usage

Moves and Techniques

  • Agent Eagle
  • Air B. Cracker
  • Air B. Shock
  • Air Boost (Sonic Rivals)
  • Ascending Flight
  • Attack Support 1
  • Bat Cracker
  • Bat Guard
  • Beauty Shock
  • Black Wave
  • Blast Jump
  • Bomb
  • Bomb Snipe
  • Boost
  • Chaos Inferno (requires Shadow and Omega)
  • Charlie Kick
  • Charm Ray
  • Climb
  • Crouch
  • Crouch (grinding)
  • Dash Boost
  • Dig
  • Distract
  • Drill Drive
  • Drop Dash
  • Dummy Ring Bomb
  • Glide
  • Gravity Control
  • Gravity Dive
  • Grind Step
  • Heart Effect
  • Heart Mine
  • Hip Drop
  • Homing Attack
  • Homing Cutter
  • Item Box Transfer
  • Jewel Storm
  • Jump Dash
  • Kick Attack
  • Kick Dash
  • Low Gravity Lv 2
  • Plunder
  • Quick Ascent
  • Rising Knuckle (requires Knuckles)
  • Rival Takedown
  • Rouge Catch
  • Rouge Flight
  • Rouge Grind
  • Rouge Guard
  • Rouge Heal
  • Rouge Kick
  • Rouge Run
  • Rouge S. Kick
  • Rouge Sobat
  • Rouge Style
  • Screw Kick
  • Secret Kick
  • Secret Spear
  • Shriek
  • Silent Size
  • Skim Boost
  • Slingshot
  • Speed Boost
  • Spin Attack
  • Spin Dash
  • Spin Jump
  • Spiral Dive
  • Strength Support 7
  • Swim
  • Team Ultimate
  • Thunder Shoot
  • Tornado
  • Tornado Kick
  • Trick Action

Ability Type

  • Flight
  • Technique

Relationships

Knuckles the Echidna

Rouge and Knuckles arguing about the fragments of the Master Emerald, from Sonic Adventure 2.

Knuckles the Echidna serves as Rouge’s primary rival, their conflict revolving around the Master Emerald since their first encounter. Knuckles is particularly distrustful of Rouge due to her penchant for jewels, often leading to the Master Emerald becoming a target for theft. Unbeknownst to Knuckles, Rouge harbors a crush on him, though she keeps it hidden. Nevertheless, she finds inspiration in Knuckles’ unwavering dedication to safeguarding the Master Emerald.

During Sonic Adventure 2, when Knuckles deliberately shatters the Master Emerald to protect it from Dr. Eggman, both Knuckles and Rouge search for its fragments. Amidst their confrontation aboard the Space Colony ARK, Knuckles rescues Rouge, leading to a brief moment of connection between them. However, Rouge deflects his gesture with playful teasing, maintaining her facade. Eventually, Rouge relinquishes the remaining Master Emerald pieces to Knuckles, albeit with a sarcastic remark indicating her stubbornness. Despite Knuckles’ unnecessary apology, Rouge acknowledges him with a thoughtful smile before parting ways.

Their interactions in Sonic Heroes are limited, marked by Knuckles’ offense at Rouge’s taunts. In Team Dark’s conclusion, Rouge hints at her pursuit of the Master Emerald, drawing Knuckles’ attention. Despite her persistent pursuit, Knuckles acknowledges her determination.

In Sonic Battle, Knuckles shows respect towards Rouge despite Emerl’s behavior, prompting Rouge to discreetly leave after advising caution. She extends her assistance to Knuckles, inviting him to Club Rouge for training and offering an Emerald Shard as a gesture of goodwill.

Their collaboration in Sonic Rivals 2 is driven by Rouge’s quest for the Chaos Emeralds, motivated by a mysterious client’s promise of a reward. Despite Sonic’s playful teasing, Rouge remains guarded around Knuckles. However, she ultimately deceives him to seize the Master Emerald, invoking his fury.

In Sonic Colours (DS), Rouge’s unexpected presence prompts speculation about her motives. She admits to luring Knuckles to the location, hinting at her desire to rendezvous with him rather than steal the Master Emerald.

Rouge and Knuckles at Sonic’s birthday party, from the console/PC version of Sonic Generations.

In both the initial and final scenes of Sonic Generations, Knuckles and Rouge engage in a friendly, light-hearted conversation at Sonic’s birthday celebration.

In Sonic Forces, Rouge and Knuckles set aside their rivalry to focus on their shared goal of saving the world. Rouge willingly serves as a spy for the Resistance alongside Knuckles, addressing him as “boss” with respect, indicating their cooperative relationship.

Their dynamic in Team Sonic Racing portrays a more amicable rivalry, with Rouge teasing Knuckles in a playful manner. Knuckles expresses concern for Rouge’s well-being, warning her about the dangers of the race, which elicits flattered giggles from Rouge.

Shadow the Hedgehog

Shadow… Even if you believe everyone in the world will be against you. Know that I’ll always remain by your side. Remember that.

Rouge the Bat, Sonic the Hedgehog (2006)

Rouge and Shadow the Hedgehog form a partnership, initially established in Sonic Adventure 2 and further developed in Sonic Heroes. They frequently collaborate during missions but don’t interact casually beyond their professional alliance. Nevertheless, Shadow holds significance for Rouge, who demonstrates loyalty to him, aside from herself. There are implications that Rouge may harbor feelings for Shadow.[37]Black, Fletcher (14 November 2006). Sonic the Hedgehog: Official Game Guide. Prima Games. p. 7. ISBN 978-0761555100. “However, there have been rumors that she has feelings for both Shadow The Hedgehog and Knuckles The Echidna. That’s a love triangle that could really put off some sparks.”

During Sonic Adventure 2, Shadow and Rouge align themselves with Dr. Eggman, each driven by their individual motives and initially indifferent towards each other. Shadow’s rescue of Rouge from a predicament in Security Hall, reminiscent of his actions with Maria, hints at a deeper connection. Although Shadow later dismisses his actions as motivated solely by the pursuit of Chaos Emeralds, Rouge suspects there’s more to his motives. When Shadow is believed to have perished, Rouge displays genuine concern, accepting one of his lost Inhibitor Rings from Sonic.

Rouge expressing her concern for Shadow’s troubles, from Sonic Heroes.

In Sonic Heroes, Rouge forms Team Dark with Shadow and Omega. Despite her surprise at Shadow’s return, Rouge quickly recruits him into her team as they all share the common goal of seeking Dr. Eggman. Their partnership in Team Dark deepens compared to their previous interactions in Sonic Adventure 2, as they work together alongside Omega. At the end of the game’s title sequence, they share a fist pump before posing with Omega and the other teams. Rouge shows willingness to assist the amnesiac Shadow in uncovering his past while they pursue Eggman’s treasure, demonstrating concern for him upon discovering the existence of Shadow Androids.

In Sonic Battle, Rouge provides shelter for Shadow at Club Rouge when he is injured, carrying him inside when he faints. In a dream sequence, Shadow refers to Rouge as an ally. Although Rouge is initially offended when Shadow doesn’t thank her, he expresses gratitude when she reveals that she rescued him.

During her missions in Shadow the Hedgehog, Rouge disregards GUN’s orders to capture or eliminate Shadow, instead opting to seek his help and protect him. She aids him in battles against Black Bull and Black Doom, even partnering with him in the Hero mission of GUN Fortress, suggesting her belief in Shadow’s potential for redemption despite his alliance with the Black Arms.

In Sonic the Hedgehog (2006), Rouge attempts to engage Shadow in conversation unrelated to Mephiles’ plan. Despite Shadow’s initial indifference, he demonstrates protective behavior towards Rouge, saving her from falls and shielding her from explosions. After Omega reveals his role in Shadow’s future imprisonment, Rouge pledges her unwavering support to Shadow, who reaffirms his commitment to their partnership. In the original Japanese version, Rouge declares, “Even if the world becomes your enemy, I will be your ally.”[38]“ルージュ・ザ・バット”. Wikipedia

In Sonic Rivals, Rouge contacts Shadow with information about Eggman, but her transmission is interrupted when Eggman Nega captures her. After Shadow rescues her, Rouge proposes treasure hunting together and suggests exploring their future using Eggman Nega’s device. However, Shadow declines her offer, leaving Rouge persistent in her pursuit of his cooperation.

Their relationship takes a more contentious turn in Sonic Rivals 2, with Rouge taking advantage of Shadow’s trust while withholding information about her client. Their disagreement escalates into a brief altercation, but reconciliation is not shown.

Despite their past conflicts, both Shadow and Rouge reunite as Team Dark in the second World Grand Prix, focusing on winning the treasure and prize money. Unlike before, Shadow appears content with assisting Rouge in obtaining the treasure she desires.

In Sonic Forces, Rouge maintains contact with Shadow while he is believed to have gone rogue due to his Phantom Copy, demonstrating their ongoing partnership and communication.[39]Sonic Team (7 November 2017). Sonic Forces. Nintendo Switch. Sega. Area/Level: Chemical Plant. “Shadow: Rouge, have you found the intel I was looking for? / Rouge: No, not yet. But I have reports that Eggman’s database is located at the Chemical Plant. If we can check that out, we might find something there.”

E-123 Omega

Rouge and Omega rejoicing at the defeat of Solaris, from Sonic the Hedgehog (2006).

E-123 Omega is a trusted ally of Rouge, who displays strong loyalty towards her. In Sonic Heroes, she intervenes to prevent Shadow and Omega from fighting each other, leading to the formation of Team Dark. Their initial goal is to locate Eggman’s “secret treasure room,” although their adventures ultimately lead them to save the world instead. From then on, Team Dark becomes a closely bonded trio. While Rouge values Omega’s presence, she occasionally expresses frustration with his seriousness and repetitive focus on revenge and hatred. She dislikes it when Omega disregards her commands and acts independently on destructive impulses. Despite Omega’s formidable arsenal, Rouge isn’t above teasing him about his behavior, although Omega doesn’t hold any grudges against her, despite any annoyance he may display.

Amy Rose

She’s tough, for a little girl. Of course, she’d never be able to take down an agent such as myself.

Rouge the Bat, Sonic Battle
Rouge and Amy watching Shadow save the world, from Shadow the Hedgehog.

Rouge and Amy Rose are often depicted as allies but occasionally find themselves in rivalry. In Sonic Battle, their conflicts arise over Emerl, leading to several confrontations. Tensions escalate when Amy’s derogatory comment about Rouge’s home sparks a fight over an Emerald Shard.

In Shadow the Hedgehog, after Shadow saves the world and defeats the Black Arms, Rouge expresses concern for him, to which Amy reassures her. Their exchange suggests a mutual understanding and concern for Shadow’s well-being.

In the conclusion of Sonic Forces, Rouge and Amy are seen engaging in a friendly conversation, indicating a positive dynamic between them despite past conflicts.

Sonic the Hedgehog

Sonic giving Rouge one of Shadow’s Inhibitor Rings to comfort her, from Sonic Adventure 2.

As observed, Rouge and Sonic the Hedgehog do not harbor animosity towards each other, despite their associations with each other’s rivals, Shadow and Knuckles. Despite occasional conflicting encounters and differences in viewpoints, they maintain a positive relationship.

During Sonic Adventure 2, Rouge initially aligns herself with Shadow and Dr. Eggman, leading to a tense dynamic with Sonic. However, they later become allies in the mission to save the Earth, setting aside their past differences.

After Shadow’s apparent demise following the defeat of the Finalhazard, Sonic offers comfort to Rouge by giving her his Inhibitor Ring, symbolizing their bond as allies.

In Sonic Battle, Rouge challenges Sonic to a battle with stakes, but despite her defeat, Sonic harbors no ill will towards her. He even allows Emerl to interact with Rouge, indicating a level of trust between them.

Rouge affectionately refers to Sonic as “Big Blue” in Sonic Generations after being rescued, further indicating their amicable relationship.

Rouge flirting with Sonic, from the Nintendo DS version of Sonic Colors.

It’s worth noting that in Sonic Generations, Rouge willingly attends Sonic’s birthday party, highlighting the friendly relationship between them. Sonic treats her with the same camaraderie as he does with his other friends, underscoring their amicable rapport. If Classic Sonic rescues Rouge, she warns him about the Time Eater and remarks that he’s different from the Sonic she knows.

Despite their civil interactions, they sometimes find themselves in conflicts, such as in Sonic Heroes when Team Sonic and Team Dark vie to reach Eggman first, or in Sonic Battle when Rouge kidnaps Emerl to train him as a thief. Sonic expresses concern for Emerl’s safety, warning Rouge against harming him. Their dynamic may suggest a level of mistrust on Sonic’s part, although it’s unclear whether their friendship has grown since then or if Sonic simply doesn’t fully trust her.

In Team Sonic Racing, Rouge displays mild annoyance at Sonic and Shadow’s competitive banter, preferring to focus on uncovering Dodon Pa’s motives. Rouge views Sonic as shrewd, and their conversations, often laced with sarcasm and jokes, reveal a good-natured rivalry. Despite their differences, they rely on each other when needed, albeit with a level of trust and caution.

Rouge’s thieving nature occasionally leads her to cheat or withhold information from Sonic, but their interactions bring new developments to Sonic’s adventures. Overall, they share a dynamic of playful banter and mutual reliance, tempered by appropriate levels of trust and caution.

Miles “Tails” Prower

Rouge kissing Tails, from Sonic Battle.

Rouge and Miles “Tails” Prower share a generally friendly but occasionally tense relationship, often complicated by Rouge’s penchant for teasing Tails. While they usually get along well, Rouge enjoys teasing Tails on occasion, and she has affectionately nicknamed him “Cutie” and “Foxboy.”

During Sonic Adventure 2, Tails remains unaware of Rouge’s presence initially, as she was sent by Eggman to spy on him while he was searching for the President. Their interaction is limited until the Ark is set on a collision course with Earth. In Sonic Battle, Rouge uses her charm to playfully tease Tails, even kissing him if he loses their bet for an access card. However, she proves helpful in Tails’ story by providing him with the access card for the Central Computer Room and intervening to stop fights between Tails and Shadow. Conversely, in Rouge’s story, Tails prevents her from stealing a Chaos Emerald.

During the second World Grand Prix, Tails becomes frustrated with Rouge’s selfish behavior towards her teammate E-10000B. In “The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog,” as a repayment for her assistance in Tails’ investigation, Rouge enlists Tails to help steal a valuable Fabergé Egg from the Mirage Express. She admires Tails’ genius in disarming security measures and later relies on his deductive skills to determine the egg is not a bomb. Although Tails struggles with the moral implications, he ultimately finds pride and enjoyment in their successful collaboration, admitting that he had fun working with Rouge despite her penchant for mischief.

Vector the Crocodile

Rouge and Vector the Crocodile have had a few interactions in the games, often characterized by tension and discomfort. Rouge tends to disrespect Vector and dismiss him as foolish.

In Sonic Heroes, during Team Dark’s story, when Rouge assumes leadership, tensions arise between Team Dark and Team Chaotix. Both groups engage in trash talk, leading to a confrontation.

In Sonic Free Riders, during the finals, both Rouge and Vector share an interest in winning the Grand Prix’s prize money. However, Vector disapproves of Rouge and Shadow’s treatment of their robot partner, expressing solidarity with Rouge’s desire for the prize but not at the expense of a teammate.

In Sonic Generations, although they don’t interact directly, they attend the same party and face the same challenges. However, in the Classic version of Spagonia, when the player collects all five Red Star Rings, Vector expresses concern about facing Rouge’s reaction, suggesting a strained relationship between them.

Wave the Swallow

Rouge and Wave the Swallow have only interacted during the second World Grand Prix, where they display a competitive rivalry. They are prone to putting each other down if one of them emerges victorious. Additionally, both Rouge and Wave share a common interest in money and treasure, further fueling their competitive dynamic.

Friends/Allies

  • Amy Rose
  • Ariem
  • Avatar
  • Big the Cat
  • Blaze the Cat
  • Barry the Quokka
  • Cheese
  • Chocola
  • Conductor
  • Conductor’s wife
  • Cream the Rabbit
  • Dodon Pa
  • E-123 Omega (close friend)
  • Emerl
  • Froggy
  • Gemerl
  • Guardian Units of Nations
    • The Commander
  • Knuckles the Echidna (close friend and rival)
  • Miles “Tails” Prower
  • Restoration
    • Belle the Tinkerer
    • Jewel the Beetle
  • Diamond Cutters
    • Lanolin the Sheep
    • Tangle the Lemur
    • Whisper the Wolf
  • Omochao
  • Princess Elise
  • Shadow the Hedgehog (close friend)
  • Silver the Hedgehog
  • Sonic the Hedgehog
  • Sticks the Badger
  • Team Chaotix
    • Charmy Bee
    • Espio the Chameleon
    • Vector the Crocodile
  • United Federation
    • The President
    • The Secretary
  • Vanilla the Rabbit

Neutral

  • Babylon Rogues
    • Jet the Hawk
    • Storm the Albatross
    • Wave the Swallow
  • Chaos Gamma

Enemies

  • Biolizard
  • Black Arms
    • Black Doom
    • Doom’s Eye
  • Clutch the Opossum
  • Dr. Starline
  • Eggman Empire
    • Badniks
      • Metal Sonic
    • Dr. Eggman
    • E-121 Phi
    • Eggman Doll
    • Orbot
    • Cubot
    • Infinite
  • Eggman Nega
  • Iblis
  • Ifrit
  • Mephiles the Dark
  • Mirage Express
  • Metal Virus
  • Rough the Skunk
  • Solaris
  • Tumble the Skunk
  • Time Eater
  • Zavok

References

  1. ↑ Sonic Rivals 2 (PlayStation Portable) United States instruction booklet, pg. 8.
  2. ↑ Sega of America . Rouge the Bat. Sonic Characters. Sega. Archived from the original on 5 March 2005. Retrieved on 26 October 2017. “Rouge is a world-famous treasure hunter who loves jewels. This fearless female bat is full of sex appeal and knows how to get what she wants. She has a bit of a crush (though she would never admit it) on a certain red echidna that we all know and love. She is secretly inspired by Knuckles’ determination to protect the Master Emerald. She has a weakness for jewels, especially large jewels. When she sees one that she wants, she always goes for it, no matter the personal cost. Although she looks and acts like she hasn’t a care in the world, her mind is always active scheming. Once she has a goal, her motives are always mercenary in nature.”
  3. ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog (2018). Sonic the Hedgehog on Tumblr. Tumblr. Retrieved on 20 March 2023. “#except that initially rouge was called shadow #and then shadow became shadow #and the earlier shadow became rouge #it’s not confusing at all!”
  4. ↑ https://x.com/windiigitlord/status/1783627166736883808?s=46
  5. ↑ Sega (29 July 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ 前編 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 29 July 2021. Retrieved on 26 October 2021.
  6. ↑ Sega (18 August 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ　キャラクター紹介 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 18 August 2021. Retrieved on 31 August 2021.
  7. ↑ Sega (23 June 2016). Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Wii U. Nintendo. Area/Level: Collectibles (Flags). “A sultry bat with an air of mystery who specializes in jewels, Rouge is a brave and seasoned spy who boasts excellent footwork in a fight. Although a treasure hunter by nature, her love for gems can sometimes cause her thieving tendencies to take over. Perhaps she entered the competition in order to get her hands on a shiny and sate her lust for glitter.”
  8. ↑ Sega (17 August 2021). ソニック ＆ ルージュ 後編 (Japanese). Sonic Channel. Archived from the original on 17 August 2021. Retrieved on 26 October 2021.
  9. ↑ Sega . Sonic the Hedgehog European site. Characters: Rouge the Bat. Archived from the original on 15 March 2007. Retrieved on 5 May 2015. “Did someone say jewels? This cunning treasure hunter loves glittering gems and she’ll use all her charms to get her hands on them. Few know that this devil-may-care bat is also a special operative for the Federal Government. Whether she is on assignment in Soleanna or just looking to find some precious gems remains to be seen.”
  10. ↑ Sega . Official Sonic Heroes website (Japanese). Characters: Team Dark. Sega. Archived from the original on 12 November 2004. Retrieved on 29 July 2015.
  11. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Homing Cutter: Rouge’s Pursuit attack. She takes down opponents with her Axe Kick. She learned this during her secret training.”
  12. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Sobat: Rouge’s third attack. She learned the Rolling Sobat during her special training.”
  13. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Area/Level: Central City (Rouge’s Episode). “Rouge: Shoot, there she is again! Haa… Well, I guess I better take care of her. / Amy: That’s it! I’ll finish you here. You won’t get away with this, Rouge! / … / Amy: Haa… Haaa… I’m getting dizzy… Haa… Haa… But I’m going to fight for… Sonic… Sonic? When did you… That’s right! This is OUR child! We must protect him! OK, here I come! / … / Amy: That’s it… Sonic… ? Maybe I’m imagining… I’m really… sleepy… / Rouge: That should keep her quiet. No wonder Sonic’s so sick of her. She’s just way too persistent! Well, she’ll be fine, just sleeping here.”
  14. ↑ Sonic Team USA (27 January 2004). Sonic Heroes. Xbox. Sega. Area/Level: Opening sequence (Team Dark’s storyline).
  15. ↑ Sonic Heroes (PlayStation 2) United States instruction booklet, pg. 7.
  16. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Catch: Rouge’s air action. Her Sudden Descent Flight allows her to get whatever she lays her eyes on.”
  17. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Rouge Flight: Rouge’s jumping skill. She can fly, without losing altitude, due to her training.”
  18. ↑ Bandai Namco, Sora Ltd. (3 October 2014). Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo. Area/Level: Trophy Hoard. ““Rouge” trophy: A treasure hunter with an eye for precious gems. She wants to get every jewel and treasure in the world, and she’ll never give up once she’s got a target in her sights. She’s smart and tactical, and can even manipulate Dr. Eggman. Definitely someone you want batting on your side!”
  19. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Area/Level: Emerald Town (Rouge’s Episode). “Rouge: Now remember that technique I taught you earlier to open locks? / Emerl: … … … / Rouge: What’s the matter? Just do it as I taught you.”
  20. ↑ Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2′. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Security Hall.
  21. ↑ Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2′. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Egg Quarters.
  22. ↑ Sonic Team, Blindlight (14 November 2006). Sonic the Hedgehog. Xbox 360. Sega. Cutscene: Confirming the future (Shadow Episode).
  23. ↑ Backbone Entertainment (13 November 2007). Sonic Rivals 2. PlayStation Portable. Sega. Area/Level: Mystic Haunt Zone Act 2 (Rouge). “Rouge: Okay, who’s there? I know you’re following me. / Espio: Hey, how’d you know I was there… / Rouge: Espio, these ears of mine aren’t just for show, you know.”
  24. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Beauty Shock:Rouge’s ground shot. She uses her voice to create an ultrasonic wave to attack her opponents. She learned this during her special training.”
  25. ↑ Prima Development (20 June 2001). “Rouge the Bat”. Sonic Adventure 2: Prima’s Official Strategy Guide. Prima Games. p. 3. ISBN 978-0761536147. “Rouge is a world-famous treasure hunter who loves jewels. The president hired Rouge to uncover information about the mysterious project “Shadow.” This fearless female bat is full of sex appeal and knows how to get what she wants. Although she looks innocent and carefree, she’s always scheming. Once she makes a decision, her motives are always mercenary in nature.”
  26. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Bat Cracker: Rouge’s ground trap. Sets bat-shaped mines guided by simple AI to hover over enemies’ heads.”
  27. ↑ Sonic Team (27 February 2004). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. “Air B. Cracker: Rouge’s air trap. Sets bat-shaped mines guided by simple AI to hover over enemies’ heads.”
  28. ↑ Sonic Channel (Japanese). Characters: Rouge. Sega. Archived from the original on 26 May 2019. Retrieved on 3 July 2015.
  29. ↑ Devra Newberger Speregen (2016). Sonic: The Ultimate Character Guide. Scholastic. p. 33. ISBN 978-1338033243.
  30. ↑ Team Sonic Racing – Rouge Voice Clips. YouTube.
  31. ↑ Sonic Team USA (23 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2. Dreamcast. Sega. Cutscene: Entering Rouge (Dark story). “Knuckles: Yeah, well we’ll see about that, bat girl!”
  32. ↑ Sonic Team (4 December 2003). Sonic Battle. Game Boy Advance. Sega. Cutscene: Tails’ Lab – After selecting the area 2 (Knuckles story). “Knuckles: 2 more, huh? That bat lady said that the fake Emerls all had shards.”
  33. ↑ Backbone Entertainment (13 November 2007). Sonic Rivals 2. PlayStation Portable. Sega. Area/level: Chaotic Inferno Zone. Cutscene: Ending. “Knuckles: Wait! Wait you… You bat thief! Get back here!”
  34. ↑ Sonic Battle (Game Boy Advance) United States instruction booklet, pg. 5.
  35. ↑ Sumo Digital (May 21, 2019). Team Sonic Racing. PlayStation 4. Sega. Area/level: Roulette Road. “Rouge: This is my scene. I love casinos!”
  36. ↑ Sonic Team (18 June 2001). Sonic Adventure 2. Dreamcast. Sega. Area/Level: Dry Lagoon. “Rouge: I hate places like this.”
  37. ↑ Black, Fletcher (14 November 2006). Sonic the Hedgehog: Official Game Guide. Prima Games. p. 7. ISBN 978-0761555100. “However, there have been rumors that she has feelings for both Shadow The Hedgehog and Knuckles The Echidna. That’s a love triangle that could really put off some sparks.”
  38. ↑ “ルージュ・ザ・バット”. Wikipedia
  39. ↑ Sonic Team (7 November 2017). Sonic Forces. Nintendo Switch. Sega. Area/Level: Chemical Plant. “Shadow: Rouge, have you found the intel I was looking for? / Rouge: No, not yet. But I have reports that Eggman’s database is located at the Chemical Plant. If we can check that out, we might find something there.”