Here's a revised 6-issue story arc that shows more awareness of how SEGA's mandates and IDW's current direction would shape a Cream-focused story:

"A Garden of Hope"

Issue 1:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Abby Bulmer
When mysterious power fluctuations begin affecting Chao Gardens worldwide, Cream and Cheese discover Dr. Eggman has created a new device that can harness Chao energy. Joining forces with Amy Rose and Belle, Cream must overcome her fears to start investigating the disappearing Chao. Meanwhile, something unusual is happening to the remaining Chao that could spell disaster for their caretakers.

Issue 2:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Evan Stanley
The investigation leads our heroes to an abandoned Chao research facility where they encounter Orbot and Cubot running suspicious experiments. As Amy and Belle deal with security systems, Cream demonstrates her growing courage by navigating through dangerous areas to rescue trapped Chao. But a shocking discovery reveals these aren't just any Chao - they're being transformed into weaponized "Dark Chao"!

Issue 3:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Adam Bryce Thomas
With Tails providing tech support, the team tracks Eggman's energy-draining network to multiple locations. Cream's gentle nature proves vital in calming the corrupted Dark Chao while Amy and Belle work to shut down the facilities. However, Eggman unleashes his latest creation - the Egg Chao Harvester, a massive mobile fortress powered by stolen Chao energy!

Issue 4:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Nathalie Fourdraine
As the Egg Chao Harvester rampages toward Central City, Cream and her friends must balance saving the captured Chao with stopping Eggman's attack. When Cheese gets corrupted by dark energy, Cream faces her greatest challenge yet - finding a way to save her best friend without hurting them. The Restoration arrives to help evacuate civilians while our heroes formulate a desperate plan.

Issue 5:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Abby Bulmer
With Sonic joining the fray, the team launches an all-out assault on the Egg Chao Harvester. Inside, Cream and Belle make their way through the fortress's defenses while Amy and Tails tackle the power core. But when Eggman's machine goes haywire, it threatens to corrupt every Chao in the vicinity - forcing Cream to step up as the only one who can reach through to their hearts.

Issue 6:
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley (CA) Ryan Jampole
The epic conclusion! As the Egg Chao Harvester begins to overload, Cream must rally both normal and Dark Chao to help shut down the machine from within. Her compassion and determination prove that true strength comes in many forms. But even with Eggman defeated, one question remains - can the corrupted Chao, including Cheese, be returned to normal? Don't miss this emotional finale that proves why Cream is one of Sonic's most valuable allies!