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Workin’ Fans UPDATE :: SURF NINJAS 20,Digger Mesch’s Zombie Killer Obama Halted,HUN,Cereal Geek,Glo n’ GROW Turtles, The return of Rahzar – et. al.

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An interesting, controversial, suspicious and speculative bit on Digger’s THE OTHER DEAD ::

“The creators of “The Other Dead” are three heavy-hitters in the comic industry: Joshua Ortega (Gears of War), Digger T. Mesch (Agent 88), and Kevin Eastman (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles). The cover is also the work of a well-known comic book illustrator, Dave Dorman.

Suddenly, though, there’s a hitch in the publisher’s plans to release the comic on the 12th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on America, and you’ll never guess why: a moth infestation.”

 

**U.S. Customs’ Delays 9/11 Release Of An Obama Zombie-Killing Comic Book Cover For Political Reasons** via MR.CONSERVATIVE

JOIN DIGGER & CO. ::

Rocky Mountain comic bits for the rest of the month from Rich ::

September, 2013

**CEREAL GEEK UPDATE FROM JAMES E. ::

Dear all,
In order to get issues 11 and 12 of cereal:geek printed I need roughly 45 pre-orders of each issue! 🙂
You can pre-order the issues together:
OR you can buy them separately:
And to be honest, 13, 14, 15, and 16 aren’t far behind either…
And if you have yet to purchase issues 9 and 10 then please do so, and show your love for cereal:geek – The magazines (which are now printed) will be posted immediately! 🙂

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Rest easy with the TURTLES.** TMNT  DREAM LITES @ TRU **

..of note, an interesting & weird Turtle license as of late are the uber-cute and ‘RETRO’ styled Turtle DREAM LITES assortment. TMNT & Hello Kitty apparently are among the first licensed franchises to be adapted to the popular “starry night-light” stuffed animal assortment. Interesting how they utilize the ‘Retro’ styling to the mainly children’s product. H’m ..what a great way for kids and adult TMNT fans to bond; and maybe even to provide some comfort from the dark for the littlest of fans ( or nerdiest of MEGA-FANS   >;B  ..   j/k ).

Grow Turtles ..another oddball courtesy of John S. ::

Coming out of their shells: keep your eyes peeled for obscure items like these at your local dollar stores. Water Grow Turtles, Dollar General in SC, $4

 

** Courtesy of TOYARK & thanks to Ken ::

 

Hurrijack over at ***The Technodrome has posted new photos of Ninja Turtles listings recently found in store computers(Walmart?). These reveal several upcoming figures, some role play items and a few vehicles. Some interesting figures are listed:

  • Mutagen Man
  • Rahzar
  • Kirby Bat
  • Casey Jones
  • Bebop
  • Rocksteady
  • Tiger Claw
  • Slash

Note that these listings are for the current cartoon toyline, not for the Classics line. We’ve attached the photos of the listings so read on to check them out.

 

~ t

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO iii (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO i (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO ..card backer (( 2013 ))

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NINJAS in TRAINING
LEONARDO & DONATELLO

Mutated by Mutagen Ooze as baby Turtles, these brothers transform and are no longer your average turtles. With great training every day from their sensei Splinter, these young NINJAS IN TRAINING build their skills in ninjutsu and become a lean, green fighting team that will soon be known as the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES!

• WEAPONS: Katanas and Bo Staff
•TEAM: Ninja Turtles

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO ..card insert (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO iv (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO v (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO vi (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO vii (( 2013 ))TNickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO viii (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO ix // ..waist twist (( 2013 ))Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO x (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xi // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xii // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xiii // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xiv // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xv // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xvi // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xvii // .. training with Splinter (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xviii // .. with '04 TODDLER TURTLES; Leo & Don (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xix // .. adventures in TURTLESITTING (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xx // .. BOOGEYMEN (( 2013 ))

Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xxi // .. with BIG BROTHER Raph (( 2013 ))Nickelodeon TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: NINJAS in TRAINING, LEONARDO & DONATELLO xxi // .. with BIG BROTHER Mike (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES – CLASSIC COLLECTION :: ‘RETRO’ SPLINTER (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER i (( 2013 ))

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–>> **Second “RETRO” Splinter & TMNT reissue in so many years post the TMNT-25 reissues.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER ..card backer i (( 2013 ))

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It’s unclear if Tokka will obtain a set of these to keep on card, or extras for replacement figures & customs.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER ..card backer ii (( 2013 ))

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That may not happen tho’ considering the 12.99 price point, in some regards that may be a slightly higher price point than the 2009 reissues. I recall those clocking in at about 10.99 a few years back.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER ..card insert (( 2013 ))

Apparently for now these reissues are a TRU exclusive offering, the 2013 reissues seem to offer subtle variations than older releases like the 2009 reissues.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER iv (( 2013 ))
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER v // .. with TMNT 25 Splinter reissue on card (( 2013 ))

The ‘RETRO’ packaging looks great and is even better executed than the 2009 wave. Splinter’s kimono is of a slightly more ‘flocked’ fabric than the prior reissues and vintage versions.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER vii (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER viii (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER ix (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER x (( 2013 ))

The foot peg holes in the bottom of the new reissue Splinter here has large ones like the more modern TMNT figs of the past 10 + years so they should fit some modern vehicles, playsets & stands but will present challenges if you are looking for compatibility with more vintage offerings like the classic Sewer playset.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xi (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xii // ..weapons rack & bow (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xiii // .. kimono-less (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xiv // .. kimono-less (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xvi // .. kimono-less (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xvi // .. kimono-less & © on tookus (( 2013 ))

I’ve yet to see any of the Teens or Shredder in this 2013 reissue wave, but i presume the foot peg holes on the bottom of those are large as well. 2013 Viacom Copyright information on these figures have been updated as well to distinguish them from the older releases.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xviii // .. with '09 TMNT-25 reissue (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xix // .. with '09 TMNT-25 reissue; fabric change on robe (( 2013 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xvii // .. peg holes on feet are larger (( 2013 ))

Minor paint applications are slightly different than the vintage releases, but not too different than the 2009 release. For some reason his weapons on this reissue seem ‘studier’ but maybe it’s just me.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xx // .. with '88 SPLINTER (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxi // .. with '88 SPLINTER ; paint on face varies (( 2013 ))

By the time i got to TRU this was the last reissue they had so i snatched it. His box got damaged so in part out of curiosity i cracked him open.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxii // .. with '97 NT: The NEXT MUTATION Splinter (( 2013 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxiii // .. with '03 Splinter (( 2013 ))

This line will prolly be for completists & mega-fans, people that missed out on TMNT toys back in the day or the reissues from a few years ago, or for kids who want a taste of the vintage line their moms & dads played with.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxiv // .. with '07 TMNT movie Splinter (( 2013 ))

However in some regards at nearly 13 bucks a piece, these are pricier than the regular Nick Turtles line based on the current show. And in some cases these may be more pricier than some actual vintage figures out there of the main cast of TMNT from 3rd party dealers.You may as well get the loose, vintage equivalent figure if you just want one of those for display in your collection or to play with.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxv // .. with '12 Nickelodeon Splinter (( 2013 ))

Obvious & interesting extensions of this “CLASSIC” line is the reissue AGAIN of the ‘TMNT Party Wagon’ & the reissue AGAIN of the oddball 2003 ‘MECH-WRECKERS’ vehicles for Retro Raph and Leo. Each of those nearing the $50 – 60 price mark. If money’s not an issue and you want/ need all this stuff – by all means go for it.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: 'RETRO' SPLINTER xxvi // .. eradicating the RAT KING (( 2013 ))

If not, wait out it for a few months – and hopefully prices will stabilize. If you are perfectly satisfied with your current collection of vintage figures, definitely pass on all this stuff and save some money.

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Collectible Toys & Values #20 :: ‘ ANTHROPOMORPHIC CREATURES’ (( July 1993 )) [[ Courtesy of A.W. ]]

Collectible Toys & Values #20 :: ' ANTHROPOMORPHIC CREATURES' (( July 1993 )) [[ Courtesy of A.W. ]]

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** Download Collectible Toys & Values #20 :: ‘ ANTHROPOMORPHIC CREATURES’ (( July 1993 )) basic version PDF on t2z for the TMNT content ** :: DIRECT LINK > terrible2z.com/tokk-shows/articles/CTV%2320-1993July-redu…

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: April O'Neil { Blue stripe on original '10-back' card } i (( 1988 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES :: April O'Neil { v.2 on original '10-back' card } i (( 1990 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES – CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL .. signed by ROB PAULSEN & STEVE LAVIGNE (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL i (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL ii (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL ..card backer i (( 2012 ))

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL ..card backer ii (( 2012 ))

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL ..card insert (( 2012 ))

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL viii (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL x (( 2012 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xi (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xii (( 2012 ))TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xiii // .. display base signed by ROB PAULSEN & STEVE LAVIGNE (( 2012 ))

–>> ..display base signed by Raphael’s original voice actor, Rob Paulsen & Mirage Studios Alumni; Steve Lavigne.

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xiv // ..in TIMES SQUARE (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xv // .. and Leonardo's "SLUDGE RUNNER" (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xxi // .. with NIGHTWATCHER '07 (( 2012 ))

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - CLASSIC COLLECTION :: RAPHAEL xxii // .. with NIGHTWATCHER "STUNT RIDER" Motorcycle (( 2012 ))

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