James TMNT Comics Review

James Rolfe talks about TMNT Comics - This is an OLD video from our website

[@Jordan3DS]

I miss all of James' random videos like this, he's the kind of person that can talk about whatever he wants and still make it entertaining.

[@Disambiguation144]

Exactly, me to.. Peace

[@Jordan3DS]

@joe dirtbag It's not that, he still puts a lot of effort into them. He just focuses much more on ongoing series nowadays than back then, where he would pretty much just do AVGN, random videos, and Monster Madness for part of the year.

[@TheVideoGuyfromOhio]

@@Jordan3DS he's got two daughters, so he's got a lot of responsibility to take care of

[@youwayo]

@@TheVideoGuyfromOhioHe doesn’t have any “time”

[@TheVideoGuyfromOhio]

@@youwayo why quotations?

[@Morgil27]

The C in TCRI stands for "cosmic", and is a hint to the company being run by aliens. Since the movie did away with the alien subplot, they changed Cosmic to "Global", hence TGRI.

[@PowderAkaCaseyJones]

They changed it because TCRI was copywritten, nothing to do with the plot.

[@tino9117]

That's a really interesting fun fact, what's funny is how originally the ending of secret of the ooze would show the scientist is actually an utron, so I wonder if they had changed it since they already went with making it global instead

[@CompactRisk]

@@PowderAkaCaseyJones no

[@teddybeer6206]

@@CompactRisk Yes

[@thehourman7602]

@@tino9117 I’ve always thought that it would’ve been really easy to make the scientific Baxter Stockman.

[@ryantiller5624]

The "Return to New York" arc is what follows this story.

[@Jason-wm5yh]

The Return to New York arc was incredible, the art was fantastic and story was just the right amount of dark/ gritty.

[@exiles_dot_tv]

Shredder burning down April's place and the turtles leaving New York with her and going out to the woods is what immediately follows this story, which does lead to them returning to NY eventually (after a bunch of side stories).

[@redfather5342]

They showed that arc in the 2003 version of the show

[@carterevanroust]

The micro series dedicates one issue to each turtle and in Raphael's issue they show how he met Casey jones (Which is basically the same as in the movie) and that's why he comes to their rescue in the antique store.

[@thefoodstampsband3848]

And yet...we never got Klunk!!

[@tonystarks5098]

Glad someone brought it up

[@elijahfordsidioticvarietys8770]

But I thought it was a “one issue micro series”.

[@SpideyRules-pq6be]

@@elijahfordsidioticvarietys8770 That's because each Turtle got his own "series." Raphael #1, Michaelangelo #1, Donatello #1, and Leonardo #1. All of these were one issue and they all took place in between issues of the main series. I don't know why James' books have Leonardo #1 but not the others, especially since they introduce each of the turtles' individual personalities. If you were wondering when they take place chronologically here you go: Raphael #1 takes place in between issues 3 and 4 of the main series; Michaelangelo #1 takes place in between issues 7 and 8; Donatello #1 takes place in between issues 8 and 9; James already said in the video that Leonardo #1 takes place before issue 10. Interestingly, the Fugitoid has his own "one issue micro series" that shows his backstory from his perspective rather than as exposition; it takes place in between issues 4 and 5 of the main series.

[@milkgxng]

@@SpideyRules-pq6be thanks for the info

[@TheBestComicKing]

It’s a bit pricey, but I remember IDW put out “The Ultimate Collection” of the original Mirage Studio Turtles, and the stories are printed in chronological order, with written commentaries by the creators on each issue.

[@jf4132]

For those worried about the story abruptly stopping, don’t worry. While its not included in the compilation, there is a “return to New York” story arc where the turtles beat Shredder once and for all. Its a shame it was included in the compilations because it does wrap up the story in a satisfying way.

[@BlueBomberTurbo]

TMNT 2003 covers nearly all of this, of course with minimal blood and no impaling.

[@SkinnyBlackout]

Yes, it's the best TMNT material to this day. Strange that James doesn't seem to know about it (at least at the time of filming the video).

[@zilvertron]

@@SkinnyBlackout He already did a video about how hard it is to collect that series, so the only strange thing here is why havent you seen it yet?

[@jackko21]

Christian Fiore and mikey is still goofy and donny is still scientific

[@jakeystarsuper]

@@jackko21 he wasn't as goofy in mirage version.

[@richardharrow2513]

zilvertron Yet in that video, he seems to own most of the DVDs. And speaking of 2003 series, it’s not just James. Everybody seems to have forgotten about that show

[@bluevelocity9166]

It really is crazy and amazing that Mr Rolfe is still doing this in his 40s. Most people out grow what they do on KZbin and the AVGN is still timeless to this day.

[@thatmrduck9757]

Well, y'know what they say, "You're never too old to enjoy something that you like."

[@jasondudda490]

The next three in the actual series are the "Return to New York" story line. IMO, the best story line from the original series. You owe it to yourself to continue the series.

[@whimsmoose9695]

I really appreciate you guys uploading these old videos

[@krisfrederick5001]

I know right?

[@BiggysMusic]

I also really appreciate these guys uploading these old videos.

[@strangulator42]

Most of these stories were also adapted in the 2003 cartoon series! I know I've mentioned that in almost every TMNT video you guys have made, but it's just that good!

[@MichaelSD91]

We need a complete series boxset of the 03 series.

[@beastgamer7727]

They should make a series based on these turtles.

[@dwainsimmons3447]

4kids got the series

[@tchitchouan]

like most revenge stories it all starts with a woman

[@rezaqalam482]

Or with parents/familly

[@Gib1977]

The role playing game "TMNT and Other Strangeness" never gets much mention in TMNT history.

[@ShinGallon]

A friend in high school had the sourcebook for that. We tried to play but never got past the “make your character” phase, sadly.

[@chaosapiant]

I had this sourcebook. I was like 11 and able to encounter RPGs folks weren't really talking about like Space 1889, this, Cloudships and Gunboats, Gamma World, and Palladium.

[@masonasaro2118]

don’t forget after the bomb, too!

[@YourPalAlRetroGamer]

Techno Cosmic Research Institute. With the exceptions of the original cartoon and live action movies, this is the name of the place where the mutagen or ooze was from. The original live action movies changed Cosmic to Global since there's no extraterrestrials in the movies' storyline.

[@entertainmenttime6822]

@YourPal Al I wish that version was incorporated into the Movies.

[@ryantiller5624]

Been a Turtles fan all my life, never knew why they changed the C to a G! Thanks!

[@CainNuke]

Okay, you just posted what I was going to post myself...

[@lucasgibbs4050]

The 2012 series went back to using a C.

[@Untouchaable]

The comics are great. I'd like to see a new live action movie just as gritty one day.

[@tonyb2591]

I'd watch that in a second.

[@Nicksolo85]

That would be awesome. Either live action or animated. I'd even settle for live action humans with CGI non human characters. Have it be geared toward adults with swearing & plenty of violence. I would honestly be fine if things like April being a news reporter by profession (also having an interest in science & antiques with the 2nd Time Around shop) & the turtles love of pizza. As for all red bandannas or signature colors... I honestly like the signature colors more. Hell, it would be awesome if they pulled a Star Wars: Clone Wars where the movie is the pilot & then we get a TV series which follows the same continuity.

[@MonkeyKingsformerroomate]

Closest is probably batman and the ninja turtles movie. There's decapitation, and a guy gets a throwing star to the head

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

Get Quentin Tarantino to direct it.

[@mistergio3683]

What i heard is that another TMNT film is being made but it will be animated...and it will be made by a studio that is owned by Seth Rogen.

[@hayseshouhda5730]

I find myself coming back to these older videos. Thank you for making it!

[@javelin6831]

These old videos reappearing are very excellent. I love you guys for this.

[@entertainmenttime6822]

9:27 Actually they do. It's revealed in Issue 21 (apart of the Return To New York storyline) that Shredder came back from worms and is basically a clone of Shredder. Whether you think this is the real Oroku Saki or not is up to you.

[@lifespanofafry1534]

I farted about 12 times 3 days ago.

[@stoneyboyd]

You wanna know something really wild, apparently the idea for Shredder being resurrected via worms was inspired by an article that Peter Laird had read about Worm Colonies. Apparently some species of worms form colonies and collectively have a sort of hive mind. I looked it up myself and indeed there are worms that do that.

[@ajzeg01]

Fun Fact: The TMNT are meant to be a parody of the Frank Miller run of Daredevil.

[@connorbrennan4233]

And of the X-Men.

[@R3VO7UTION]

I've had these 4 books since the late 80's early 90's. Cherished the shit out of them. The artwork is so gritty

[@joedent3323]

Just like yer mums snizz after a day at the beach.

[@WhispyWoods.]

This is so cool!!! Thanks for highlighting these. I’ve been a TMNT fan for decades and learning about these originals is fascinating. Great video 👍

[@brybry7341]

I could listen to James talk about Ninja Turtles for hours

[@Computerdude123]

They explain who Casey Jones in a Raphael stand alone issue

[@CallsignJoNay]

I loved these four books when I was a kid. And they did not turn me into a violent psychopath.

[@FabioWillianMaiolo]

Man, i think you should totally read the new IDW series as well, they got some compilations with books labeled as "The IDW Collection" 10 volumes so far, and a lot of good stories, probably the best iteration of the turtles so far

[@thesnake52000]

A lot of these plot points seem to have been adapted more faithfully in the 2003 series.

[@therealsokratis]

Love it! I still have Book IV myself and have been a TMNT fan since middle school! Thanks for giving TMNT so much love and attention with the vids!

[@JosePerez-on1yk]

And once more thanks to James I have finished my mirage tmnt collection. All the current ultimate collections. My turtle love comes from you dude

[@cd4playa1245]

8:53 that moment when you realize how weird and naked the ninja turtles look without their bandannas.

[@flanzjones]

10:37 on.. cut to Sopranos finale darkness

[@henkdachief]

no for me

[@lucasgibbs4050]

Oh, so you want somebody to be cut off mid sent-

[@NightpireVideos]

It would be cool if you added the release date/year in the description!

[@krisfrederick5001]

Agreed, I'm obsessed with dates for some reason.

[@netsrac8997]

I believe this is early 2011? Could be wrong though.

[@bestboutgaming3212]

It was always interesting the feud between Shredder and Splinter didn't actual start with either of them. Even after Shredder was gone the Turtles continued fighting the Footclan, that's real generational beefing.

[@KyleKatarn1980]

1:51 The expression that Hamato Yoshi makes reminds me of Chosen One played by Steve Odenkirk from Kung Pow: Enter the Fist. 😅

[@psychobilly42069]

I used to watch this video on the website all the time!! Glad you're uploading these!!!!

[@ThePopCultureSociety]

I have actually been looking for this video for a while. I saw it on KZbin a couple years ago, and I was looking for it about 6 months ago and couldn’t find it. Thanks for re-uploading it!

[@constantine6202]

Love the new stuff you've been doing, I like the direction the channel's going

[@lffronkanimation4743]

Here before this comment gets a bunch of likes

[@cactusjesus9377]

new from 9 years ago? I do like the actual newer videos though ^^

[@dylanfadl968]

Pretty sure these are re uploads but they’re still good

[@constantine6202]

@@cactusjesus9377 Man this channel's been around so long I can't even remember the older videos lol. Either way, the content that's been uploaded I've really enjoyed.

[@anonamatron]

@@constantine6202 Less Screenwave, more James. Yes. Those guys aren't that bad or anything, but that's not really what we're here for.

[@ajzeg01]

TMNT was supposed to be a one-shot so that’s why Shredder dies.

[@Luka1180]

In many versions Krang is an Utrom. And Krang is DEFINITELY inspired by them.

[@JCBadGaming]

I love that you've been covering the Turtles, I love TURTLES!

[@SeanWhitmore]

I remember saving up to buy each one of these volumes as a kid. $10 a pop was a lot of money for me back then.

[@tgchan]

I grew up on 1987 cartoon and 1990 movie and I love it to bits. It was nice to hear how it all started for real. Thank you from Poland/ (1985 guy here/)

[@smuckfuzzer]

The brain aliens were in the 2000's TMNT cartoon.

[@TheZaius]

The 2k3 series is still the best... I mean, if you skip Flash Forward and Back 2 da Sewers.

[@SkinnyBlackout]

@@TheZaius Absolutely.

[@brandonsowers6628]

Utroms

[@lucasgibbs4050]

One of them was even named Krang, but was not evil. It was just a cameo and a callback to the original Krang.

[@kyb7795]

Nerd:it would have blown my mind 0:39 : damn straight

[@jamesburchill7522]

Hey James. Kevin Eastman actually went on to own Heavy Metal magazine. I also had these graphics novels as well!

[@varimkadas6068]

When you get this video straight, please re-release ( I will watch it again! )

[@matthewdearcos7378]

Great review, James. I’ve always wanted to read those. Someday I will have to hunt them down.

[@angrytheclown801]

In the dark of the night James Rolf will find you. In the last minute just before noon!

[@MegaHoro]

The "Ultimate Collection" books are a good way to catch up

[@Dalton_Boardman2000]

Late reply but do they have the "Return To New York" storyline in it? I've been a TMNT cartoon/movie fan for a while and want to check out the OG but I'd probably stop around there since I hear from these comments it's a good wrap up.

[@MegaHoro]

@@Dalton_Boardman2000 Yes, in Ultimate Collection volume 3

[@Dalton_Boardman2000]

@@MegaHoro Thanks dude!

[@Imkiritai]

Thanks James, I learnt a lot about the origin of the TMNT, awesome video 😊

[@drumandbass4ever693]

If you think that’s crazy compared to what you knew as a kid, wait til you hear about what happens in the Image version...

[@theoddronin1]

Yeah let's just say Laird immediately retconned that ENTIRE universe once TMNT relaunched back in the 2000s.

[@ccshade7294]

love to see you guys review the other tmnt shows

[@benjamer200]

Is it supposed to go blank at the end? Edit: He fixed it

[@furryfoolurmine]

I thought my tv took a shit

[@LinkvsLegolas]

I had to come here from watching it on my tv because of it.

[@perchipy7900]

AndroidWarrior17 yeah same, I thought my tv had died

[@richardson.1424]

@@LinkvsLegolas Same here

[@benjamer200]

I think he fixed it now

[@Blackwolfninja89]

Also the Shredder that attacked Leo and had him thrown through a window is a clone. Also James you have to read the City at War arc. That's the continuation of the story and there's stories beyond that too.

[@Grandleon]

I had these books when I was 10 or 11 and they did blow my mind.

[@DjGreen-f8z]

I also like what James said at 1:56: "It's violent because they do not show what happens, you're left to imagine the killing in your mind and it makes so much more horrific" people rag on stories not showing the whole violence of a body or other stuff; but it's because it's your interpretation of the violence.

[@TheN1ghtwalker]

I hope one day we'll see a faithful adaptation of TMNT.

[@teddybeer6206]

We already did with the 2003 series.

[@justtheguywiththewavecheck6244]

@@teddybeer6206 it had no blood

[@CantRead1]

​@@justtheguywiththewavecheck6244so?

[@justtheguywiththewavecheck6244]

@@CantRead1 yes it is that way

[@jonathanhagan2536]

Great video. I’ve always been curious about the og stories of tmnt

[@rubensantino9078]

Damn I was 15 when this came out in 84.LMAO🤣

[@jeffr23817]

I have three newer TMNT graphic novels.... I just finished the last story mentioned in this video.... There are still two more issues for me to go in the second graphic novel and I have one more entire one to go after that! Can't wait to see how the original story continued after this!!!

[@JacobParkYusuk]

ah, I had all 4 graphic novels as a kid. No idea what happened to them though.

[@joedent3323]

Neat story. Cant wait for your Memoirs.

[@lucasgibbs4050]

The 2012 turtles would be different if Nick allowed them to curse and drink.

[@robynkrest8178]

I love u James...hope u are well and safe...i love the turtles🐢 thanks for the upload

[@joedent3323]

❤

[@williano57]

Awesome video man thanks

[@Maxthemetalkid]

I don’t think we need another TMNT movie for at least a good while. I would however like to see a TMNT adult animation in the vein of Netflix’s Castlevania. Heck, I think even a live-action/CG series in the vein of Stranger Things could potentially work (Just leave Michael Bay out of it this time).

[@SiccDeville]

if this is an old video, could this have been made around the time a certain HBO movie ended and this was a homage.

[@HighFalutinTootin]

Now that's how you build a multimillion dollar franchise

[@RememberTheGreatsSports]

Was actually able to get Peter Laird's autograph last year Through The Mail (TTM), pretty neat to get an autograph from one of my idol's growing up. Happy Collecting!

[@Dave96939]

i needed this when i was younger ... too late 😭

[@nb-rc8nf]

I love the old art style.

[@jcsfo0trub874]

This is a 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 Episode

[@ericking1000]

Would love to see this updated with the lady from Cowabunga Corner... that lady is a TMNT dictionary... she probably has answers to a few of James questions...

[@Eggnificent]

Reality TV did her dirty. She's awesome.

[@therealjasonbueno]

IDW TMNT good too.

[@pokey4200]

Agree 100%

[@CaptainMcKayRandom]

I liked that book a lot. I fell off years ago, I’d love to go back and get caught up.

[@Maxthemetalkid]

I think Krang may have been based on the Utroms. I mean he has very similar characteristics. He’s a brain alien creature with a robot suit. That can’t be a coincidence.

[@Luka1180]

Yep. You are right. And in the 2003 version they literally make Krang an Utrom.

[@masonasaro2118]

@@Luka1180not just that, i’m pretty sure he’s shredder, too! (that might have been another one)

[@PixelatedH2O]

I got a couple TMNT graphic novels for my birthday when I was around 10. Unfortunately, about 30 years later I only own one. It was far too mature for me then, and I still think it might be.

[@maybetoby]

I read the comics and rarely watched the cartoon. The Mirage comics are the one true turtles for me. The 2003 cartoon was pretty good, it took a lot of inspiration from the Mirage comics. The IDW comic series is also excellent. They do eventually explain how Shredder came back. Casey met Raphael in his Micro-Series. Just track down the IDW reprints of the Mirage comics, it presents everything chronologically.

[@ChiefGore429]

AVGN= KZbin LEGEND!

[@gezi5927]

Cameron Gore why are you talking about AVGN, that’s a character. This is real James, not the over-exaggerated Nerd characters

[@BrendanJSmith]

I actually prefer Splinter being Hamato Yoshi instead of his pet. Think it creates a much better character dynamic between him and Shredder.

[@Chibikage89]

Huh, a lot of this was in the 2000s Turtle cartoon.

[@ogeidnomar4601]

Casey Jones is in the Raphael one shot

[@dimitrisbam5640]

Honestly thanks for all these videos James...

[@rtoutoslan7077]

Great video,I hope that James will make video about 2003 cartoon

[@CharlesKhan]

I rate this video very highly.

[@kryptonitespider-bitedynam7305]

Y e s

[@evanduty6150]

Wow, OG April wore a straight up boilersuit.

[@tysoncook2263]

They introduced Casey Jones in a One-Shot micro-series Rafael

[@Damned_Damian]

Hey there's also a Raphael and Casey one shot between issues 3 and 4 or something. It's pretty cool

[@andrewhickman330]

Nice review. I've been wanting to get the graphic novels for awhile, and planning on doing so in the near future.

[@VengaboysRbackINtown]

Casey was introduced in an earlier Raphael one shot issue, though I’m sure there are other comments on here mentioning this. These books must omit that issue for some reason.

[@feridradoncic2237]

Love TMNT

[@nuniplayz]

There actually is a continuation of the story! Its a 3 part mini series called "The return to new york" and it really good!

[@TheZaius]

Excellent review. The series goes in all sorts of directions and it's sorta hard to follow.

[@thememedom9480]

James Is the best

[@dandretheshantaefan]

@The Memedom same

[@kryptonitespider-bitedynam7305]

He's the best around

[@Maxthemetalkid]

Annual 2020 of the IDW series confirms that Krang is an utrom.

[@Luka1180]

YEPYEP.

[@murderdeathkillzone9253]

The video stops at the end just audio

[@ahabduennschitz7670]

ive never seen a video that stops in the end before

[@gent777]

You know, I wonder what James and Mike think about the Batman vs TMNT comics and animated movie.

[@greggvictorious968]

City at War! You missed the insanely awesome ending to the series.

[@richeeese]

Uhoh the last part of the video goes dark...

[@terrorsquadlith]

Watch on phone

[@RustyNickels]

No it doesn't.

[@richeeese]

@@terrorsquadlith I was. It seems fixed now :)

[@richeeese]

It was, but it seems to be all good now! Think I watched too early after upload..

[@575forza]

My childhood. It didnt get any bigger. This was my life. Ahhh Nerd, a fellow chucker!

[@storageanddisposal]

The end of The Shredder arc is epic.

[@dallan7736]

Damn, I got the hardcover books of the originals (all b & w), but the colour versions look awesome!

[@ztoxtube]

"Subtle" .... maybe. But the ending at 11:03 was clearly a happy one.