Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Turtle power! Featuring dazzling art from the 2012 Nickelodeon series, this tome is the perfect companion to any Turtle fan's collection. Straight from the visionary minds behind one of the most beloved incarnations of the lean, green ninja team! Step into the sewers with New York's most bizarre teenage heroes and relive their epic adventures from Nickelodeon's ground-breaking CG-animated series! This book is a loving look at the artistry and creative vision that redefined a franchise and breathed new life into these beloved characters. Dig through early concept sketches, beautiful background paintings, and glimpses into the innovative CG production that brought the world to life. This exclusive artbook reveals secrets behind the creation of the show, never-before-seen artwork and insider commentary--all curated by the show's executive producer, Ciro Nieli. Whether it's exploring the Turtles' lair, discovering the myth and culture of the legendary ninja and samurai, or experiencing the streets of New York City like never before--it is all presented within these pages!

The Tales of the TMNT series presents short, one-issue stories that give readers an in-depth look at Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael, Casey Jones, and Splinter, while also delving into the stories of background characters like Nobody, Rat King, and Savanti Romero. Collects issues #1–7 of the original series, Tales of the TMNT, and issues #1–8 of the 2004 re-launch, Tales of the TMNT Volume Two. Presented in all-new color.

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION, VOL. 1. AUGUST 2011. © 2011 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved.

[tag line] critically and cleverly examines the origins, evolution, and impact of the Ninja Turtles phenomenon - from its beginning as a self-published black-and-white comic book in 1984, through its transformation into a worldwide transmedia phenomenon by the middle of the 1990s, and up to the sale of the property to Nickelodeon in 2009 and relaunch of the Turtles with new comics, cartoons, and a big-budget Hollywood film. With the eye of contemporary cultural studies and the voice of a true lifelong Turtles fan, Rosenbaum argues that the Turtles' continuing success isn't mere nostalgia, but rather the result of characters, and a franchise, that mutated in a way that allowed the to survive and thrive in a post-modern world.

Welcome to the new world of TMNT! After the cataclysmic events of TMNT #100, the Turtles find New York City drastically changed—new factions and enemies are on the rise, and allies are in short supply. The Turtles discover that in order to survive they will need to work together like never before!

Presenting the complete TMNT stories in recommended reading order, including one-shots, crossovers, and event series. Everything a beginner could need, everything a diehard could want. Agent Bishop's long-gestating hunt for mutants begins in earnest and no one is safe! The Mutanimals are the first targets, but the Turtles' turn will come soon enough, and they'll be hounded like never before. Alopex and Nobody are looking for a little rest and relaxation but get more than they ask for when they become the unwilling guests of a never-ending party thrown by the hedonistic Toad Baron! Plus, Karai has always embodied the Foot Clan. With the Clan under the control of Splinter, what path will she take during her travels in Japan? Danger and intrigue await her, Koya, and Bludgeon! Collects issues #67-72 of the ongoing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universe issues #9-15, and the TMNT/Usagi Yojimbo crossover.

Introducing a very unique TMNT tale starring Casey Jones and April O'Neil, by acclaimed writer Mariko Tamaki. Author of the bestselling, highly praised, Caldecott Award-winning graphic novel, This One Last Summer. Casey and April take a road trip to the southwest to dig up more clues about the mysterious Pantheon that has seemingly been pulling the strings on the Turtles' lives from the beginning. They will find even deeper mystery, unexpected danger, and start a new chapter in their relationship.