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A New York Times Bestseller! 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. From legendary TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, get ready for the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles three decades in the making!What terrible events destroyed his family and left New York a crumbling, post-apocalyptic nightmare? All will be revealed in this climactic Turtle tale that sees longtime friends becoming enemies and new allies emerging in the most unexpected places. Can the surviving Turtle triumph?Eastman and Laird are joined by writer Tom Waltz, who penned the first 100 issues of IDW's ongoing TMNT series, and artists Esau & Isaac Escorza (Heavy Metal) and Ben Bishop (The Far Side of the Moon) with an Introduction by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez!Collects the complete five-issue miniseries in a new graphic novel, an adventure as fulfilling for longtime Turtles fans as it is accessible for readers just discovering the Heroes in a Half Shell.If you're hungry for more read the prequel story The Last Ronin—Lost Years and the sequel The Last Ronin II—Re-Evolution!"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin is a love letter to the roots of the franchise. Whether you've been a shell head since day one or a newer fan following IDW's ongoing series, The Last Ronin hardcover deserves a spot in your comic collection." —CBR"It's TMNT by way of The Dark Knight Returns, down to the gritty internal monologues and vaguely cyberpunk aesthetic." —ComicBook.com"One of the Best Graphic Novels of 2022" —Barnes & Noble

Go back to where it all started in this pocket-sized collection that includes the first 10 issues of  Eastman & Laird’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the four Micro-Series one-shots by Mirage Studios in one convenient-to-read book!Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles burst onto the comics scene in 1984 and made history! Now is your chance to read the first 10 issues, plus the Raphael, Michaelangelo, Donatello, and Leonardo Micro-Series one-shots by co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Presented as they first appeared in black and white, new readers can experience the comics that started the phenomenon while longtime fans can revisit the series in an all-new format!Along with Eastman and Laird’s early work, see the first work of Michael Dooney, Ryan Brown, Jim Lawson, and Steve Bissette, who would become longtime contributors to the TMNT series.This IDW Classic Collection presents readers the chance to see where the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles phenomenon started in a convenient 6 x 9 format!

The best-selling TMNT epic that took the world of comics by storm, reunited the TMNT’s original creators, and reinvented the Turtles’ mythology and future!A New York Times bestseller!Who is the Last Ronin? In a battle-ravaged future New York City, a lone surviving Turtle embarks on a seemingly hopeless mission of seeking justice for the family he lost. From legendary TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, get ready for the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles three decades in the making!What terrible events destroyed his family and left New York a crumbling, postapocalyptic nightmare? All will be revealed in this climactic Turtles tale that sees longtime friends becoming enemies and new allies emerging in the most unexpected places. Can the surviving Turtle triumph?Eastman and Laird are joined by writer Tom Waltz, who penned the first 100 issues of IDW’s ongoing TMNT series, and artists Esau & Isaac Escorza (Heavy Metal) and Ben Bishop (The Far Side of the Moon).If you’re hungry for more, read the prequel story, The Last Ronin—Lost Years, and the sequel, The Last Ronin II—Re-Evolution!Collects Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin issues #1-5.

The Ultimate Turtle Time Capsule! Dive deep into the origins of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with this definitive archival collection, packed with rare art, early sketches, and never-before-seen treasures from the legendary days of Mirage Studios!See how it all began, from raw pencil layouts to fully finished covers and paintings, all accompanied by exclusive commentary from co-creator Kevin Eastman. Explore the creative evolution that turned four mutant brothers into a global phenomenon!Plus, exclusive photos from the early Mirage studio and convention appearances capture the energy and DIY spirit that started it all.This is the essential volume for every TMNT fan, collector, and comics historian, a once-in-a-generation look behind the shell!Now presented in soft-cover.

A thorough look back at the TMNT's comic book origins with their first stories plus insightful annotations from co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird.Rediscover the underground roots of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, with this special collection of Mirage Studios' issues #48-55 including the start of a major Turtles storyline. Beginning with the two-part "Shades of Gray," get ready as the multi-part "City at War" explodes onto the comics page! With over 250 pages of mutated-martial arts action along with annotations following each issue, this volume is perfect for fans to relive the glorious days of the Turtles' origins as well as an excellent place for new readers to see where the TMNT phenomenon began.

A lost piece of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles history, uncovered. The last TMNT series printed by Mirage is finally reprinted by IDW in this outstanding series of collected editions for the first time!In 2001, legendary Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Peter Laird joined forces with Jim Lawson and the legendary talent at Mirage Studios to continue the epic journey of the Ninja Turtles in the fourth volume of their ongoing series. TMNT: Journeys reprints that epic series here for the very first time! The Ninja Turtles are growing up and facing off against frightening new dangers that could tear the four brothers apart and change New York City forever. Meanwhile, April and Casey prepare for the next step in their relationship as they’re expecting a baby. And Master Splinter trains with Shadow Jones for the dark forces threatening the family ahead. TMNT: Journeys will collect all 32 issues currently available in six total volumes! Volume 1 collects issues #1–5 of the series and is featured in the original black and white format.

The complete beginning of a comics legend.Before the movies, television shows, and blockbuster video games, there were the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics that redefined independent publishing and launched one of the world's most beloved franchises. Now, for the first time, experience the earliest adventures of Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello in one massive hardcover collection.Witness the Turtles' gritty origins as they confront the deadly Shredder, unravel the mystery of their past with Splinter, encounter unforgettable allies and enemies, and establish the brotherhood that has made them enduring pop culture icons for more than four decades.Collecting the foundational stories from the original Mirage Studios era—including the landmark first issues, the complete Micro-Series one-shots, Fugitoid #1, and the earliest Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stories—this definitive compendium is an essential addition for lifelong fans and the ultimate starting point for readers discovering the original comics for the first time.Collects Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Mirage Studios) #1–7 and #9–14, the Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Leonardo Micro-Series one-shots, Fugitoid #1, and Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1–5.

Collect the issues from the Mirage series, including both Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, short stories, and miniseries in deluxe oversize hardcovers!This compendium series will collect Tales of the TMNT, Vol. 1 #1–7, Tales of the TMNT, Vol. 2 #1–11, the Tales of Leonardo: Blind Sight miniseries, plus several short stories all in their original black and white, into four massive books that every fan of the Turtles will want on their shelves! These issues contain work from co-creators Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman as well as contributions from creators Jim Lawson, Steve Murphy, Rick Remender, Dario Brizuela, Dan Berger, and more.Volume 1 collects Tales of the TMNT Vol. 1 #1–7, “Survival Game,” the untitled Nobody story, “Spinal Tapped,” Tales of the TMNT Vol. 2 #1–11, and Tales of Leonardo: Blind Sight #1–4.

Collect the first three series in one convenient box set! A New York Times Bestseller, The Last Ronin has exploded on the scene, becoming a must read for any comic book and graphic novel fan!The Last Ronin was the second most sold adult graphic novel in 2024 and this box set is the perfect way to catch up on the TMNT story that everyone is talking about! It contains the original series The Last Ronin, the prequel series Lost Years, and the follow up series Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution.From the notes of legendary TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, get ready for the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles three decades in the making! 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. What terrible events destroyed his family and left New York a crumbling, post-apocalyptic nightmare?In Lost Years, secrets about the Last Ronin’s final battle come to light—while a new generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comes to life!Then in Re-Evolution, return to the gritty future of The Last Ronin 10 years later to see what new heroes will grow from the ashes of the TMNT legacy.More than two million Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics have been sold in 2024! Experience the TMNT like never before.

Volume 2 continues IDW’s commitment to collecting the legendary TMNT: Volume 4 produced by Mirage Studios, unavailable for years, into new editions!The critically acclaimed reprint of the Mirage series continues! The Ninja Turtles are getting older, and their lives are getting stranger and more dangerous. On the Cosmic side of things, The Utroms have come back into contact with the Ninja Turtles and have brought a great deal of mysteries with them. And the personal lives of the Turtles Family and allies is just as intense…April O’Neil’s lineage comes into question and Master Splinter confronts becoming an elder. How will all of these changes impact the lives of our heroes forever? Find out in the second volume of this epic saga! Collects TMNT: Journeys issues #6–10.

Go behind the scenes of the New York Times best seller with over 75 pages of character designs, concept art, and sketches as well as parts of the original draft idea from TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird!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. Now see how a simple story concept, set aside more than thirty years ago, took on new life to become the biggest TMNT event in decades. Original Turtles creators Eastman and Laird are joined by series writer Tom Waltz and artists Esau & Isaac Escorza and Ben Bishop to reveal the development process that led to the recovery of a beloved idea from the depths of a forgotten desk drawer to a fully-realized project available on store shelves for millions of international fans to enjoy.

Continue your journey following the early exploits of the TMNT in this collection of stories from the original Mirage comics!As the 1980s transitioned into the ’90s, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles began to establish themselves as pop culture mainstays. This compendium collects Mirage Studios’ issues #15–23, #27–29, and #31–37 of the ongoing series plus Tales of the TMNT #6 and 7, and the short story "The Ring." Experience important storylines in TMNT history like “Return to New York” as well as one off issues from a host of creative talent.Joining co-creators Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman are contributors Ryan Brown, Jim Lawson, Mark Martin, Eric Talbot, Mark Bodé, Michael Dooney, Steve Murphy, A.C. Farley, Jan Strnad, Richard Corben, Michael Zulli, Rich Hedden, Tom McWeeney, Rick McCollum, and Bill Anderson.

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the original 1990 TMNT movie!The Turtles made their their big screen debut in 1990 in the live action movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!Adapted by co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, this edition contains the graphic novel adaptation presented with updated colors. Also included are Kevin Eastman's rough page layouts, original placement notes for the Archie Comics edition, and the "cut scenes" that were added to the Mirage edition.

A thorough look back at the TMNT's comic book origins with their first stories plus insightful annotations from co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird.Rediscover the underground roots of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with this special collection of Mirage Studios' issues #56-62 which includes the conclusion to the epic "City at War" storyline. With over 180 pages of mutated-martial arts action along with annotations following each issue, this volume is perfect for fans to relive the glorious days of the Turtles' origins as well as an excellent place for new readers to see where the TMNT phenomenon began.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been a pop-culture phenomenon since their comics debut in 1984! This collection spans the decades with stories from their earliest days and their latest adventures with spotlights on Raphael, Donatello, Leonardo, and Michelangelo!Take a dip into the past, as co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird lay the foundation for decades of storytelling with the original four Micro-Series issues focusing on each Turtle. Published in 1985 and 1986, each story takes an in-depth look into the characters of Raph, Donny, Leo, and Mikey, adding to the legend that would become a worldwide sensation.The most recent incarnation of the Turtles’ adventures, headed by co-creator Kevin Eastman and writer Tom Waltz, paid homage to the original four Micro-Series issues early in its run, later adding four more Macro-Series issues by a host of creative talent including Brian Lynch, Franco Urru, Ben Bishop, Valerio Schiti, Paul Allor, Brahm Revel, Sophie Campbell, Andy Kuhn, Ian Flynn, and Michael Dialynas.Collects the four Micro-Series issues published by Mirage Comics and the four Raphael, Donatello, Leonardo, and Michelangelo Micro-Series and Macro-Series issues published by IDW.

What makes great heroes? Great villains of course! And the TMNT have some of the greatest in pop culture! This fourth collection digs into the dark underbelly of the Turtles’ world, focusing on Bebop, Rocksteady, Karai, and of course, the otherworldly Krang!In these stories from throughout TMNT history, see the characters develop from their early roots in the original comics to their monstrous present day incarnations. Delve into issues from the Mirage series that started it all, TMNT Adventures and Tales of the TMNT, to IDW'’s current ongoing universe. Uncover crucial tales of the powerhouse mutants Bebop and Rocksteady, the ninja antihero Karai, and the alien warlord Krang.Includes issues by TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, plus contributions from Jim Lawson, Tom Waltz, Erik Burnham, Sophie Campbell, Cory Smith, Chris Allan, Michael Dooney, Joshua Williamson, Bobby Curnow, Jackson Lanzing, David Server, and others.

Complete your journey following the early exploits of the TMNT in this collection of stories from the original Mirage comics!This third and final compendium completes Mirage’s first run of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics, collecting issues #38–62. Included are stories by contributors Rich Hedden, Tom McWeeney, Matt Howarth, Rick McCollum, Bill Anderson, Paul Jenkins, A.C. Farley, Rick Arthur, Dan Berger, and Michael Dooney.The volume ends with “Shades of Gray” and the 13-part epic “City at War” that concludes the series by co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird with Jim Lawson.