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Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – The Covers

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – The Covers

(A) Kevin Eastman, Esau Escorza, Issac Escorza
In Shops: Jun 14, 2023
SRP: $34.99

Relive one of the greatest TMNT stories of all time through the iconic covers that helped make it an instant classic! Who is the Last Ronin? In a future, battle-ravaged New York City, a lone surviving Turtle embarks on a seemingly hopeless mission seeking justice for the family he lost. Kevin Eastman joins Last Ronin artists Esau and Isaac Escorza and an all-star lineup of top tier talent in a comprehensive showcase of the series’ cover art. Featuring action-packed pieces by Ben Bishop, Mateus Santolouco, Sophie Campbell, Freddie E. Williams II, Peach Momoko, Tyler Kirkham, John Giang, Amanda Conner, Rob Liefeld, Simon Bisley, Stan Sakai, and many more!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin - The Covers

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years Director’s Cut #1

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years Director’s Cut #1

(W) Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (A) Ben Bishop, SL Gallant (CA) SL Galant
In Shops: Apr 26, 2023
SRP: $5.99

Revisit the first chapter of the Last Ronin’s storied journey in this epic, in-depth director’s cut edition of TMNT: The Last Ronin’s Lost Years #1. Enjoy all the original content newly paired with never-before-seen artifacts from the desks of Kevin Eastman, SL Gallant, and Ben Bishop. This title will be standard trim size, not the oversized format of The Last Ronin series.

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Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #3

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #3

(W) Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (A) Ben Bishop, SL Gallant (CA) SL Galant
In Shops: Apr 26, 2023
SRP: $4.99

THE TALE OF THE LAST RONIN’S FIRST MISSION CONTINUES! In the past: Michelangelo’s quest for vengeance takes him further westward and the fighting forms he’s mastered thus far will prove invaluable as he faces yet another adversary. Nothing will stand in the way of his quest to return to New York City and avenge his family for the fates suffered at the hands of the Foot Clan except maybe the chiding voices of his dead brothers. Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones does her best to rear the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as both their master and surrogate mother and she’s finding she’s not sure which undertaking is more difficult! Writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, alongside artists Ben Bishop (TMNT: The Last Ronin) and S.L. Gallant (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero), continue this tantalizing tale of the beginnings of the Last Ronin.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #3

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The Neighbors #1

It’s a new week and we have a lot coming at you. While you get your day started, here’s some comic news and reviews from around the web to start the day.

Kotaku – Gritty New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Game Takes After God Of War – Nice!

AV Club – The shock firing of Marvel’s top VFX exec might be heading into nasty legal waters – Uh oh. Things are not all that well in Marvel land.

Reviews

The Beat – Brooklyn’s Last Secret
CBR – Milestone 30th Anniversary Special
CBR – The Neighbors #1
Collected Editions – Teen Titans Academy Vol. 2: Exit Wounds

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #2

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #2

(W) Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (A) Ben Bishop (A/CA) S. L. Gallant
In Shops: Mar 15, 2023
SRP: $4.99

In the past, Michelangelo has mastered his first fighting form and has overcome his first gladiatorial challenge in Japan. With Master Splinter’s journal in his hands-and a burning desire for vengeance in his heart-Michelangelo resumes his westward trek across Asia and Europe in order to test his skills against his next deadly opponent. If he’s to have any chance of attaining victory in the final battle royal, Michelangelo will have to master an essential new martial skill-or die trying. Only then can he return to New York City to confront the Foot Clan. Thing is, he’s not alone. His dead brothers have joined him on his quest… and they won’t shut up! Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones also follows the sage teachings found in Splinter’s journal as she continues her own journey as master and sensei to the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #2

Diamond Select Toys New to Pre-Order: D&D, X-Men, The Mandalorian and More!

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It’s almost March, which means the march of new pre-orders has begun! New items from Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant LTD are up for pre-order now, including new Dungeons & Dragons Minimates, a new Marvel Select action figure, a new Star Wars bust and more!

Dungeons & Dragons Minimates Villains Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys release! Diamond Select Toys returns to the animated world of the D&D cartoon of the 1980s with an all-new deluxe box set of 2-inch Minimates! This new set includes an array of villains: Venger, Warduke, Dekkion the Skeleton Warrior, a Shadow Demon, and Night-Mare, Venger’s horse that he can really ride! Plus, get a figurine of the Dungeon-Master, with a removable ice crystal prison! Each Minimate features multiple points of articulation and character-specific accessories, and all parts are fully interchangeable! They come packaged in a full-color, book-styled window box with a fifth-panel cover. Designed and illustrated by Barry Bradfield! (SRP: $50.00)

Marvel Animated X-Men Beast 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! Oh my stars and garters! The X-Men Animated Mini-Bust line just got a new team member: the hyper-agile and hyper-intelligent Beast! This animated-style resin mini-bust, based on the classic 1990s X-Men: The Animated Series, stands approximately 6 inches tall atop a pedestal base, and is limited to only 3000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Barry Bradfield, sculpted by Paul Harding! Formerly a Disney Store Exclusive. (SRP: $80.00)

Marvel Animated Style Moon Knight Statue

A Gentle Giant LTD release! The Fist of Khonshu has never been cuter! Marc Spector, the Moon Knight, is ready for action in this 3 ¼” tall statue, inspired by the “Young Marvel” cover artwork of Skottie Young. Limited to only 3000 pieces, it comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. Sculpted by Casen Barnard! (SRP: $60.00)

Marvel Select Sue Storm Collector’s Action Figure

A Diamond Select Toys release! Complete the Four! The fourth member of the Fantastic Four, Sue Storm, a.k.a. the Invisible Woman, finishes up the team as she enters the Marvel Select action figure line! Joining the previously released Thing, Human Torch, and Mr. Fantastic, Sue stands approximately 7 inches tall and features 16 points of articulation, as well as a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories. Designed by Eamon O’Donoghue, sculpted by May Thamtarana! (SRP: $29.99)

Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Vinimates Series 1 2-Pack

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s Morphin’ time! Two of the most powerful Zords around, the Megazord and the Dragonzord, are now 4-inch Vinimates vinyl figures for your Power Rangers collection! With poseable heads and arms and a removable sword for the Megazord, these are awesome stand-alone pieces, not to mention the perfect companions to your Power Rangers Minimates! Both come packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Barry Bradfield! (SRP: $35.00)

Star Wars The Mandalorian Koska Reeves 1/6 Scale Mini-Bust

A Gentle Giant LTD release! Another Mandalorian has entered the battle! As seen in The Mandalorian Season 2, Koska Reeves, compatriot of Bo-Katan Kryze, is now the latest 1/6 scale mini-bust from Gentle Giant LTD! Standing approximately 6 inches tall atop a pedestal base, with her gun leveled, Reeves features interchangeable helmeted and unhelmeted heads, and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. Limited to only 3000 pieces, it comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. (SRP: $130.00)

Star Wars Clone Wars Animated Cad Bane 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Gentle Giant LTD release! The gunslinger returns! Infamous bounty hunter Cad Bane is back, as an animated-style mini-bust from Gentle Giant LTD! Measuring approximately 6 inches tall atop a pedestal base, this sculpture depicts Bane tipping his wide-brimmed hat as he contemplates his next target. Limited to only 3000 pieces, this mini-bust comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. (SRP: $130.00)

Star Wars Rebels Sabine Wren Animated 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Gentle Giant Ltd. release! The Ghost crew’s resident Mandalorian tagger is now the latest animated-style mini-bust from GG Ltd.! Standing approximately 6 inches tall, this 1/7 scale mini-bust features an interchangeable head and arms, so you can show her helmeted or unhelmeted, with her spray paint or a blaster! Limited to only 3000 pieces, it comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. (SRP: $150.00)

TMNT Gallery Last Ronin PVC Diorama

A Diamond Select Toys release! Who is the Last Ronin? The last surviving member of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is shrouded in mystery, but now he’s the latest TMNT Gallery Diorama! Measuring approximately 10 inches tall, this dynamic sculpture depicts the Ronin running across a rocky landscape. Crafted of high-quality PVC, this diorama comes packaged in a full color window box. Designed and sculpted by Kinetic Underground! (SRP: $75.00)

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #1

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin – Lost Years #1

(W) Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (A) Ben Bishop (A/CA) SL Gallant
In Shops: Jan 25, 2023
SRP: $4.99

In the smash-hit miniseries TMNT: The Last Ronin, readers witnessed the final gut-wrenching days of the Heroes in a Half Shell. For Michelangelo in particular, the march to his heartbreaking last battle was long and dangerous, taking him from New York City, to Japan, across Asia and Europe, and then back home again to administer final justice against those guilty of killing his family. But what happened during those fateful years when he had only the need for vengeance and Master Splinter’s journal to guide him? What battles did he fight? What hard lessons did he learn? The time has come to find out as original miniseries writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz join artist Ben Bishop to reveal what adventures the Last Ronin experienced during his vengeful journey. While in the present, a new master, Casey Marie Jones, prepares her young terrapin students to be the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

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The Epic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Years Comic Book Saga Expands with Lost Day Special

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Day Special

IDW Publishing has announced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Years. The upcoming five-issue prequel to the New York Times best-selling The Last Ronin, will further expand its epic tale with a tie-in one-shot by writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, illustrator Ben Bishop, and colorist Luis Antonio Delgado. The 40-page special issue, available in May, is called Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Day Special and will straddle both the past and the future of the Last Ronin universe, setting the stage for thrilling new tales to come.

In Lost Day, longtime resistance leader April O’Neil finds herself and her loved ones—including the four young mutant turtles she and her daughter, Casey Marie Jones, are raising and training together—once again caught up in the battle for the soul of New York City. When April takes the turtles with her on a supply run into the city, they get lost and risk becoming collateral damage in the newest power struggle overtaking the streets. Old memories mix with new realities as April and her four small charges race to get back home before it’s too late.

With the highly anticipated debut of TMNT: The Last Ronin—Lost Years slated for January 25th, IDW has also announced an expanded Director’s Cut edition of the miniseries’ first issue, which will be available in April. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Years #1 Director’s Cut will feature never-before-seen supplemental materials from legendary TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, as well as series artists Ben Bishop and SL Gallant.

For fans hungry for more insight into the creative process behind Last Ronin’s runaway success, Lost Years, Director’s Cut offers an exclusive look at the concept’s evolution from a speculative draft composed by Eastman and Laird in the nascent days of TMNT’s indie comics era to a New York Times best-selling, internationally beloved phenomenon, as well as the new, expansive universe that has emerged as a result.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Years #1 Director’s Cut

Springing from a lost 1987 storyline by TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, The Last Ronin tells the heartrending revenge story of a sole, shrouded Turtle in a dark, possible future, undertaking a seemingly hopeless mission to obtain justice for his fallen family and friends. The kinetic layouts from Eastman, atmospheric illustrations from Isaac & Esau Escorza and Ben Bishop, thrilling script full of surprises from longtime TMNT scribe Tom Waltz, and bold hues from colorist Luis Antonio Delgado instantly resonated with fans and critics alike. Debuting in October 2020 as a quarterly periodical in a prestige oversized format, The Last Ronin took the comic world by storm, eventually leading to over 840,000 units of the individual comic books in print and New York Times best seller status for its hardcover collection with more than 125,000 copies sold.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Covers Hardcover Announced for June

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Relive the gritty realism and explosive action of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—one of the greatest TMNT stories of all time—through the iconic covers that helped make it an instant classic! IDW Publishing has announced the June 2023 release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Covers, a 200-page, full-color hardcover serving as a comprehensive showcase of each and every cover variant over the span of the series.

Featuring an all-new cover by Last Ronin series co-artist Ben Bishop, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Covers features artwork from an all-star lineup of top-tier talent, including TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, Last Ronin co-artists Esau & Isaac Escorza and the aforementioned Ben Bishop, and comic industry superstars including Mateus Santolouco, Sophie Campbell, Freddie E. Williams II, Rick and Morty’s Justin Roiland, Peach Momoko, Tyler Kirkham, John Giang, Amanda Conner, Rob Liefeld, Simon Bisley, Stan Sakai, and many more!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Covers
by Kevin Eastman, Ben Bishop, Esau & Isaac Escorza, and more
ISBN: 978-1-68405-997-3
$34.99 US / $45.99 CAN
200-Page, Full-Color Hardcover, 7″ x 10.875
On Sale: June 13, 2023

Springing from a lost 1987 storyline by TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, The Last Ronin tells the story of a sole, shrouded Turtle in a dark possible future, undertaking a seemingly hopeless mission to obtain justice for his fallen family and friends. The kinetic layouts from Eastman, atmospheric illustrations from Esau & Isaac Escorza and Ben Bishop, thrilling script from longtime TMNT scribe Tom Waltz, and bold hues from colorist Luis Antonio Delgado instantly resonated with fans and critics alike.

Debuting in October 2020 as a quarterly periodical in a prestigious oversize format, The Last Ronin took the comic world by storm, eventually leading to over 840,000 units of the individual comic books in print, coveted New York Times best seller status with over 125,000 collections sold, and adaptations to action figures and statues. The story of The Last Ronin expands in 2023 with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—Lost Years, a miniseries straddling Michelangelo’s past as a lone wanderer and the future where four new turtles will grow up in his shadow.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Covers

SDCC 2022: Discover the Lost Years of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Last Ronin

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With over 840,000 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin issues in print and the newly released hardcover collection currently flying off shelves, IDW Publishing in partnership with Paramount Consumer Products have announced a follow-up to the popular comic book miniseries and graphic novel collection, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin–The Lost Years, debuting in November 2022. Written by TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman and series veteran Tom Waltz and illustrated by SL Gallant and returning artist Ben Bishop, Lost Years digs deeper into the world of the Ronin-verse, adding breadth and scope to one of TMNT’s most ravenously devoured, widely beloved, and critically acclaimed entries of all time.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin—The Lost Years #1 will be available in stores with three cover variants for fans and retailers to enjoy, including Cover A by Kevin Eastman and Ben Bishop, Cover B by SL Gallant, and a retailer incentive edition by Mike Deodato.

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