The Archie Sonic blog has posted the cover and description of the FCBD 2009 issue. This issue will be given for free on Free Comic Book Day, which happens to fall on May 2nd this year. www.freecomicbookday.com will have a list of locations later on in the year.

Sonic the Hedgehog speeds into action with a special Free Comic Book Day edition! In “Evolution of A Hero,” you’ll get a look back at the long-running hit comic series that has been thrilling fans for over 15 years! What’s the connection between Sonic and the Freedom Fighters? Who are Shadow the Hedgehog and Knuckles the Echidna? What’s the deal with that Robotnik guy, and what’s going on in the series now? You might even get a special sneak-peek into the world of Sonic after the epic issue #200. Whether you’re a new reader getting up to speed or a veteran enjoying a trip down memory lane, this is one issue you just can’t miss! Fan-favorites Ian Flynn and Tracy Yardley! bring the fast-paced excitement to life.

Source Archie Sonic Blog