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Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Classic & Modern Ninja Turtles to Meet in March 27 Event




In an event that has been hinted to us for quite a while now, the time is near for the ultimate TMNT crossover, featuring the 1980s Turtles and voice cast together with the 2012 Turtles and voice cast. The new episode will see the 2D Turtles from the 80s get the modern CGI treatment, while the CGI modern Turtles will also get the 2D animation treatment.


From a press release sent out yesterday:
Worlds collide as the voice cast of the 1980s Turtles, Cam Clarke, Rob Paulsen, Barry Gordon and Townsend Coleman joins forces as Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo, respectively, in “Trans-Dimensional Turtles,” a new episode of Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles debuting Sunday, March 27, at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT). In this new half-hour episode, the Turtles are transported to another dimension where they meet their ‘80s alternate-reality counterparts. Actor Pat Fraley also reunites with the ‘80s cast for the first time since the original series premiered to reprise his role as Krang.

In “Trans-Dimensional Turtles,” all eight Turtles must battle to eliminate both the ‘80s Krang and Kraang Sub-Prime.  After meeting their ‘80s counterparts in a 2D-animation world, the entire clan moves back into a CG-animation dimension, giving their new retro friends a taste of their realm. Additionally, in another dimensional twist, the episode will offer a glimpse of the Turtles in a comic book world resembling Kevin Eastman’s Mirage Studios comic book series.
Left to Right: Barry Gordon, Pat Fraley, Cam Clarke, and Townsend Coleman

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Only 8 Hours Left to Support New TMNT Board Game on Kickstarter




The Kickstarter campaign for the new TMNT board game from IDW Games, TMNT: Shadows of the Past, has been a HUGE success, and an amazing number of bonus content has been added as stretch goal after stretch goal has been achieved. Now, the campaign is in its final eight hours, making this your last chance to get in on all of the exclusive, Kickstarter-only content.

Don't waste a moment and go check out the Kickstarter page for complete details, and then add your support!

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

IDW TMNT #55 - Variant Cover Guide



Recent events have strained many relationships amongst the TMNT and their allies. Many must decide whether to trust or to betray, to separate or to stay, and to love or to hate. Time takes its toll, but where do the Turtles go from here?

Check out a preview!

Cover A
Cover B
Cover A: Michael Dialynas.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Ben Bishop.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

Cover C
Cover D
Cover C: Kevin Eastman.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Cover D: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.
Cover E
Cover F
Cover E: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.

Cover F: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.

Cover G
Cover G: Kevin Eastman.
Retailer exclusive. Available exclusively for Team Eastman Fan Club members.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

NECA Debuts 1/4 Scale 1990 Movie Donatello Action Figure at Toy Fair



If the recently revealed statues from Prime 1 Studios don't fit your budget (or your display space), it seems like NECA has a "compromise" to offer you. Depending on your collecting habits, it might not even be much of a compromise.



The first of a planned series of four, NECA's 1990 movie-style Donatello stands approximately 16.5" and features 30 points of articulation, including double knee joints. With an incredibly detailed sculpt, he comes with bo staff accessory and interchangeable hands.


Watch for Donatello to hit specialty toy retailers around June for about $100. The remaining Turtles should then be released one a quarter.



Photos: NECA and ToyArk

Prime 1 Studio Debuts 1990 TMNT Movie Statues at Tokyo Wonder Festival




Hey, everyone! Forgive me for a bunch of delayed reporting that is going to be coming your way in upcoming days. I took a little vacation and am now just getting back into the swing of things. And with Toy Fair happening in New York, plus other events, there's quite a bit of news to share!

Let's start with these pretty impressive 1/4 scale statues from Prime 1 Studio, which were on display recently in Tokyo at Wonder Festival. Of course, the really exciting thing about these is that they're based on the 1990 movie costumes by Jim Henson.



Prime 1 Studio has previously offered 1/4 scale statues of the 2014 movie Turtles, at a MSRP of $699-$749. These new statues will most likely be similarly priced, so they are definitely an investment. But if you are looking to add these to your collection, watch for them later this year from retailers such as Sideshow Collectibles.

Photos: itakon.it

Sunday, February 7, 2016

New "TMNT 2: Out of the Shadows" Commercial Airs During Super Bowl 50




As was expected, a new commercial for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Out of the Shadows" has aired during the Super Bowl 50 broadcast. Check it out below!


The spot featured our first glimpse of Kraang!

Thursday, February 4, 2016

IDW Launches TMNT Board Game on Kickstarter



Yesterday, IDW launched a Kickstarter campaign to support the launch of their new TMNT tabletop game, "Shadows of the Past." Gameplay details are still forthcoming, but is designed for 2-5 players ages 12 and up. The game is set in the IDW TMNT universe, and each game should last between 60–90 minutes.

Click here to support the campaign!
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shadows of the Past will feature story content from the hit ongoing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IDW comic. Featuring a lasting story arc, the game allows two to five players will battle their way through a series of 60-90 minute missions with players developing their characters strengths, fighting styles, and equipment along the way. Expect to see all kinds of fan-favorite characters show up as the Turtles call on their closest allies for help in battling their deadliest foes.


There are two Kickstarter-exclusive versions of the game that you can choose to receive when you back the project. For $90 you can get the standard version with an exclusive box featuring artwork by Kevin Eastman and the April O'Neil Hero Pack. For $150, you get a different box design and Kevin Eastman variant TMNT miniatures, as well as the April O'Neil Hero Pack. More exclusives will be announced as the campaign meets certain stretch goals.

Check out the introduction video from Kevin Eastman below. And keep checking in on the Kickstarter page for more updates and news about more exclusives!

Saturday, January 30, 2016

TMNT 2012, Episode 4.08 "The War for Dimension X"




Another new episode airs tomorrow! Booyakasha!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 4.08 "The War for Dimension X"
The Ninja Turtles must gain the trust of the Utrom Council in order to find the next piece of the black hole generator!

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

IDW TMNT #54 - Variant Cover Guide



New year, new turtles!

Check out a preview!

Cover A
Cover B
Cover A: Michael Dialynas.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Andrew Griffith.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

Cover C
Cover D
Cover C: Kevin Eastman.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Cover D: Kevin Eastman.
Retailer exclusive. Available exclusively for Team Eastman Fan Club members.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Activision Officially Announces "TMNT: Mutants in Manhattan" Video Game




With not quite the stealth of a ninja, Activision has released an announcement trailer for their worst-kept secret: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan. The trailer features an onslaught of bad guys for the Turtles to face, including Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady, and Armaggon.


So far the only release information is that it's coming this summer, and it definitely looks like a welcome change from recent TMNT video game releases!

New "Let's Kick Shell" Album Revisits Classic TMNT Video Game Themes




Enjoy the Ride Records is proud to announce "Let's Kick Shell!" an officially licensed 7" tribute album of classic themes from "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."

The "Let's Kick Shell!" EP is comprised of five songs, including the iconic 1987 cartoon theme song and closing credits, plus three tracks from TMNT IV: Turtles In Time (the video game).

This vinyl pressing is limited to 1000 total copies and is being sold exclusively through the Enjoy the Ride webstore. There are six character variants: Shredder and Splinter (100 each) and the four Turtles (200 each).


Side A
1) TMNT Opening Theme 
2) Sewer Surfin'

Side B
1) Technodrome: Let's Kick Shell! 
2) Technodrome: The Final Shellshock 
3) TMNT Closing Credits

The limited vinyl pressing is nearly sold out, so be quick and get it now if you're interested in getting this release on vinyl. But if you don't need vinyl, or it's sold out, the album is still available for digital MP3 download for just $4.95. You can get it from all popular MP3 stores, including iTunes, Amazon, and Bandcamp. Cowabunga!

Saturday, January 23, 2016

TMNT 2012, Episode 4.07 "The Arena of Carnage"




Another new episode airs tomorrow! Booyakasha!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 4.07 "The Arena of Carnage"
The turtles get abducted and are thrown into the dangerous Triceraton Arena.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

Saturday, January 16, 2016

TMNT 2012, Episode 4.06 "Journey to the Center of Mikey's Mind"





Another Sunday, another new episode! Be sure to watch tomorrow!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 4.06 "Journey to the Center of Mikey's Mind"
Mikey's mind gets invaded by tiny aliens, and the turtles must hunt them by trekking through the wacky world of Mikey's subconscious.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Batman/TMNT #2 - Variant Cover Guide



The Bat is back! Thankfully, this next issue in the TMNT/Batman crossover only has two variant covers to chase down (instead of the crazy 27 covers for issue 1).

Check out a preview!

Cover A
Cover B
Cover A: Freddie E. Williams II.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Kevin Eastman.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 50 copies ordered.

TMNT Amazing Adventures #6 - Variant Cover Guide



Happy new comic book day!

Check out a preview!

Cover A
Cover B
Cover A: Jon Sommariva.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Billy Martin.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Saturday, January 9, 2016

TMNT 2012, Episode 4.05 "Riddle of the Ancient Aeons"




New year, new episode! Booyakasha!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 4.05 "Riddle of the Ancient Aeons"
The turtles visit a corrupt planet.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

TMNT Color Classics Vol. 3 #13 - Variant Cover Guide



New comic book day! Here's part 11 of "City at War."

Cover A
Cover A: A.C. Farley.
Regular cover.

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

First Look at "Out of the Shadows" Toys Reveals Kraang and the Technodrome




Well, it's 2016 and we're officially six months away from the next TMNT movie. "Out of the Shadows." Although we saw the first teaser trailer last month, with Toy Fair just around the corner, it's time for us to start getting yet more looks at what we can expect.

In an interview released just yesterday by Rolling Stone magazine, Michael Bay confirmed the presence of Krang in the movie. Now, Technodrome forum user DVD is giving us a look at Krang (actually, "Kraang") in toy form.



This page from an insert booklet shows what appears to be the first wave of action figures, including Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady, and Kraang. Whew, that's a lot of characters jammed into this movie. But wait, there's more!


That's right! We're getting the Technodrome! And it wouldn't be a TMNT toy line without motorcycles.


Bebop's and Rocksteady's bikes are actually in the movie; not sure if the Turtles will also have them. But we do know from the trailer that the Turtles have a "Tartaruga Brothers" converted garbage truck.


And, of course, it also gets a toy.


Deluxe figures, complete with kung fu action.


And finally, we've got 11" figures. But this is only the beginning of what's sure to be a busy year!

Mark Hamill Joins the TMNT Voice Cast



Once again proving that it has the greatest voice cast on television, the Nickelodeon TMNT series has added the Jedi Master himself, Mark Hamill, to its ranks. His character, Kavaxas—Demodragon of the Underworld, looks to be a real baddy.


While Mr. Hamill has been busy in recent weeks promoting a little movie called Star Wars: The Force Awakens, he's also taken to Instagram and Twitter to show some love for this new universe that he's entering.

No word on when exactly we can expect to hear from him, but new episodes start up again this Sunday, January 10!