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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.

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the second live-action TMNT movie in this graphic novel adaptation originally published by Archie Comics in 1991!After the smash-hit success of the first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie in 1990, the sequel, Secret of the Ooze, was released in 1991. As with the first movie, an adaptation was published by Archie Comics. Now, 35 years later, this new edition allows fans of the series to revisit a long-unavailable part of TMNT history that presents the work in its original art and colors!The Shredder returns and is seeking revenge. He’s looking for the same ooze that originally mutated the Turtles when they were young, but what are his plans if he obtains it? Trying to stop him, the Turtles find themselves in the battle of their lives when two new mutants, Tokka and Rahzar making their TMNT debut, are unleashed!

Bursting with all the fun and action you could ask for, these graphic novel collections are the perfect fit for any young Turtles fan, showcasing select stories based on the animated shows.First, from Saturday Morning Adventures, an unexpected power surge leaves the brothers trapped in a virtual training program, facing digital versions of their most fearsome foes, in “VR in Deep Trouble”! Then, two tales from New Animated Adventures! First, the Turtles must stop Snakeweed from turning everyone in the city into plant mutants and in the second story, Michelangelo is convinced he has the perfect sidekick when a Footbot starts following his lead, in “Partners!” Finishing it all up, from TMNT Adventures, it’s time for some Intergalactic Wrestling as the boys are forced to fight for promoters Stump and Sling.Brought to you by a host of talented creators including Erik Burnham, Tim Lattie, Kenny Byerly, Dario Brizuela, Dean Clarrain, Jim Lawson, and Derek Fridolfs!

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.

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.

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.

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.