The game begins with Sonic taking on Tails. The first fight gives you access to two options. The first is attack. Attack results in Sonic pulling out a hammer and whacking his opponent. The other option is Heal. This uses the turn to replenish some of Sonic's HP.
The Heal option will come in handy during more intense fights. However, it should come as no surprise that it can take as little as two whacks of Sonic's hammer to put down Tails. This means Attack is the only option you need to choose during Sonic's first match.
Sonic's victory will add to his HP and MP. It will also give him two new moves. The story then moves to Sonic ragging on Tails for his lack of fighting ability.
Directions
Select: Left Click