why "Kraang" and not "Krang"

[TurtleManiac]

I dont know if this has already been discussed or answered, but I was just curious as to why the new show spells it "Kraang" (with 2 a's) instead of the original spelling "Krang" (with 1 a). Is it a licensing issue? Or is this Kraang a completely new and different character, not the one we remember from the original TMNT series? Anyone have any info on this?

[CyberCubed]

The Kraang are now an entire entity of aliens instead of one character like it used to be. The Kraang are basically an evil version of the Utroms.

It is possible that "Krang" himself might show up as the leader of the the Kraang later on, which I am hoping for.

[Mr.Turtle]

could it just be typo?

[Jester]

I assume the double a just looks more alien.
Also this guy:
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[Mr.Turtle]

looks more like typo 2 me....

[CyberCubed]

looks more like typo 2 me....

What kind of moron would think a typo would be trademarked and placed all over merchandizing material?

[Jester]

"An idiot with an ego problem?"

[Mr.Turtle]

^i got it. ur evil twin bro is way much "cuter" than u r.

[DonatelloFan]

The Kraang are aliens. An alien named Krang is an alien. One's plural, one's singular.

[CyberCubed]

I hope to god "Lord Krang" appears, as in the one that resembles the character from the original cartoon, Archie series, and IDW comics.

We need the REAL Krang to appear as the leader of the Kraang.

[Jester]

We need the REAL Krang to appear as the leader of the Kraang.
We do? Have you checked with ALL of us Turtle fans?

[TheCanadiandrome]

We do? Have you checked with ALL of us Turtle fans?

Lol indeed! :lol:

[Newton Gimmick]

To appear to be different while still being the same.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

The Kraang are now an entire entity of aliens instead of one character like it used to be. The Kraang are basically an evil version of the Utroms.

It is possible that "Krang" himself might show up as the leader of the the Kraang later on, which I am hoping for.

Krangazoids would sound cooler, reference to the 1987 show.

[Candy Kappa]

I hope to god "Lord Krang" appears, as in the one that resembles the character from the original cartoon, Archie series, and IDW comics.

We need the REAL Krang to appear as the leader of the Kraang.

Do we really need the "real" Krang? If the Kraang are now more akin to Utroms only evil, it might mean that they are naturally brain aliens and not disembodied aliens like Krang was.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

Do we really need the "real" Krang? If the Kraang are now more akin to Utroms only evil, it might mean that they are naturally brain aliens and not disembodied aliens like Krang was.

This Krang may have another origin story.

[Candy Kappa]

If it's not an disembodied inter-dimensional alien warlord, it's not really Krang anymore, just as well have a new character as the leader of the Kraang. if they even have or need a leader type

[Allio]

I dont know if this has already been discussed or answered, but I was just curious as to why the new show spells it "Kraang" (with 2 a's) instead of the original spelling "Krang" (with 1 a). Is it a licensing issue? Or is this Kraang a completely new and different character, not the one we remember from the original TMNT series? Anyone have any info on this?


My head canon for now is that, "The Kraang" is their street/space gang

[TurtleTitan97]

I dont know if this has already been discussed or answered, but I was just curious as to why the new show spells it "Kraang" (with 2 a's) instead of the original spelling "Krang" (with 1 a). Is it a licensing issue? Or is this Kraang a completely new and different character, not the one we remember from the original TMNT series? Anyone have any info on this?

I think it's because they wanted the Kraang as a homage to both Krang and the Utroms.

[Zany Orange Dude]

I think it's because they wanted the Kraang as a homage to both Krang and the Utroms.

My thoughts exactly, Titan.:twink:

[Galactus]

If it's not an disembodied inter-dimensional alien warlord, it's not really Krang anymore, just as well have a new character as the leader of the Kraang. if they even have or need a leader type

You're forgetting Krang's defining characteristic...his love of John and Marsha.

[Candy Kappa]

You're forgetting Krang's defining characteristic...his love of John and Marsha.

Definitive. The Key elements to Krang

[TurtleManiac]

Oh I get it now. I wonder why they couldn't be called "Krangs" than if it is a plural. Either way, the only dilemna is that the toy should just be called "Krang" since it's only one of them, but it's called "Kraang". Such as Foot Soldier/Foot Soldiers.

[Spitfire]

Adding that extra letter makes it new, different, and original! I know I just today complained about Rat King's new "design" but that's just my point. They're trying so hard to be different they're doing stupid crap like making General Traag a giant rock monster and Rat King a zombie in a trench coat. They have to change everything, if only just a little, this was a case of going a bit too far with it. Surprised Dimension X isn't called Dimension X2.

[Newton Gimmick]

Adding that extra letter makes it new, different, and original! I know I just today complained about Rat King's new "design" but that's just my point. They're trying so hard to be different they're doing stupid crap like making General Traag a giant rock monster and Rat King a zombie in a trench coat. They have to change everything, if only just a little, this was a case of going a bit too far with it. Surprised Dimension X isn't called Dimension X2.

It's spelled Dimension EX now, lol.

[FoxZerro]

Surprised Dimension X isn't called Dimension X2.

In 2012, Dimension Xtra was introduced as a bolder version of the original Dimension X. Its bold design and graphics appeal to young adults who are looking to get the most out of life and the most out of their alien dimension. It appeals to teens who are just gaining independence from home and looking for things to call their own. The dimension enables them to have an uninhibited, fun and unconventional attitude and touts the sweet, refreshing bold design they need to express their independence


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[Mr.Turtle]

why cant they just call them krangz?

[CyberCubed]

Hopefully when the REAL Krang shows up, he'll be just with one "a."

[Xav]

Does it really matter how the name is spelled? BTW, isn't kind of funny how Nick is using "Kraang" and "Traag" and IDW is using "Krang" and "Tragg"?