Epic Ninja Showdown: Naruto and TMNT Unite Against Shredder!

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Summary

  • The Naruto x TMNT crossover comic series includes appearances by main characters from Naruto with the addition of TMNT.
  • The third issue will be released on March 19th, 2025, showing Naruto and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles teaming up to face Shredder.
  • The new artwork features Naruto and the TMNT fighting Shredder, generating excitement among fans online.

Over the last summer, it was astonishingly revealed that two of the most renowned ninja characters from media were going to cross paths. Specifically, this refers to the highly anticipated collaboration between Naruto and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (often abbreviated as TMNT). This fusion is being orchestrated through a combined effort by Viz Media, the publishers of Naruto, and IDW Publishing, the creators behind TMNT.

To date, two out of the four issues have been published. The most recent one, which was launched on January 22nd, has left fans eagerly anticipating the next installment. A tantalizing sneak peek for the third issue was shared by the AniNewsAndFacts account on X (previously known as Twitter) in the form of a new piece of artwork, posted on Monday. This artwork appears to be a hint at what’s to come.

The Ultimate Ninja Mash-Up

A Crossover for History Books

The collaboration between “Naruto” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” in a comic book series was initially revealed in July 2024. This miniseries, consisting of four parts, has already published the first two issues. The inaugural issue was released on November 20th, 2024, and the second one followed on January 22nd, 2025. The series is penned by Caleb Goellner, who previously worked on “Sonic the Hedgehog,” and illustrated by Hendry Prasetya, known for his work on “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

IDW Publishing, a partner in comic publication with Viz Media, characterize the narrative of the initial issue as follows:

It’s the coolest ninja matchup you could have ever dreamed of, had you dared!

In an unforgettable crossover event, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles encounter the host of the Nine-Tailed Fox. During a secret rendezvous with Tsunade, leader of the Hidden Leaf Village, April O’Neil finds herself attracting attention from Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi. However, it isn’t just these characters who are curious about their conversation; the Foot Clan also take notice due to their belief that April might possess crucial information regarding mutation research by scientist Baxter Stockman. With April finding herself in a precarious position between the Hidden Leaf Village and the Foot Clan, it won’t be long until the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arrive to assist her!

The show features a majority of the principal characters from Naruto, along with an unexpected twist – the addition of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

New Naruto x TMNT Art

A Little Preview

As I scrolled through the digital art community early on, it was clear that the fresh crossover artwork featuring Naruto and the TMNT crew had garnered significant interest online. The captivating piece depicted Naruto leaping headfirst into a battle, accompanied by his newly formed ninja squad comprising Raphael, Donatello, Leonardo, and Michelangelo.

In a forthcoming battle, the ninja clan squares off against the notorious antagonist Shredder, hailing from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles universe. The online chatter predicts the ninjas’ triumph, with some enthusiasts claiming that Shredder has no hope against such a formidable group. Fans will need to wait until mid-March for the third comic issue to unveil the outcome.

On March 19th, 2025, you can get your hands on the third installment in a four-part series that combines the worlds of Naruto and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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2025-02-18 01:24