Which design for Shredder is your favourite?

[Oroku Saki]

Visually, which design for Shredder do you like the most?

Mirage/Original Comic;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/8fbc0da6.jpg

1987 Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/c4f8f0f4.jpg

2003 Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/c1d1f4ea.png

Nickelodeon Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/9d7a608d.jpg

Current Comic;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/5d7787bf.jpg

[zkarlette]

The 4 kids version looked really badass.

[Jester]

The 4 kids version looked really badass.
Which one?

[Spitfire]

Shredder is one of the few characters who has looked good in almost every incarnation, even the new toon...but I like his Mirage look the best from this list.

You forgot movie!
http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb57526/tmnt/images/f/f3/Shredder2.png

Movie 2 Shredder is my favorite. His helmet is bad ass.

[zkarlette]

Which one?

The one posted in the picture above.:P

[Bauer536]

I really like Movie Shredder, but as of now, I love the 2k12 Shredder that Nickelodeon has created.:tcool:

[Genesis]

I'm with Spitfire (on "movie 2" Shredder), even if looking back, that old costume is a little on the sparkly side.

Mirage Shredder, particularly in the old days, looked kind of awkward and scrawny, as if he wore his blades to make up for his physical inferiority. Of course, we know he's a beast, but the way he was drawn at first certainly made it seem that way to me.

I notice that OP's Shredder pics all feature some cool pose, except for 2k3 Shredder, who sadly has a concept/reference picture amidst all the other, dynamic pieces of art.

[Slade]

I had to go with Mirage on this one.

[ZariusTwo]

1987 Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/c4f8f0f4.jpg[/IMG]

It's art like this that makes me pine for a book based on the old 'toon

[pannoni1]

Close call betwen 1987 and Mirage, but I'll pick with Mirage since his design close to the 1987 but actually is as dangerous and villainous as his style is shown.

[CyberCubed]

OT Shredder always reminded me of Magneto for some reason.

[Candy Kappa]

Mirage, it's simple, effective and I like the red

[Genesis]

OT Shredder always reminded me of Magneto for some reason.Maybe it was the "bucket" taunts and nicknames?

[TurtleTitan97]

I really like 2k3 Shredder's design.

[LeoNerdo]

The IDW Shredder is my current favorite in terms of looks. Really I like them all but the Nickelodeon Animated version. That one is the least appealing of all except for maybe this guy... http://i45.tinypic.com/2mmg19d.jpg

[Gyt Kaliba]

Just going off of looks alone, I've got to tip my hat to IDW's design for Shredder. There's just something more realistic about the design (be awful hard for a ninja to move speedily if they're just COVERED in armor), and the red on black looks badass.

[Lance_Steele]

I like 87 Shredder and all but mirage Shredder is way better IMO. Like someone said earlier he is that his design is more simple and effective. I also think he's more intimidating that way.


http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb57526/tmnt/images/5/5a/Shredder_volume10.gif

By far my favourite pic of him.

Btw I am surprised movie 2 Super Shredder is not on the list.

[DarkLightDragon]

^He probably would've been if there was an actual clear picture of him.

[AT-Man]

I went with the original, but all of them are almost equally great, which I'm glad to say of the Nick Shredder too. He already looks like a good reason to watch the new series.

[Icebot]

My favorite is the 2003 Shredder, I think he looks cooler than all the others.

[Powder]

Honestly... I think I actually like the IDW design best of all.

[Zulithe]

Shredder has a lot of great incarnations. I have a hard time picking from mirage shredder, live action TMNT (1990) shredder and IDW shredder, personally. OT shredder looks quite good but he's such a goofy, inept villain I have a hard time taking him seriously:)

I can't rank Nick shredder until i've seen him in action a little. His appearance is a tad over the top (but not as bad as 2003 shredder, thankfully... or worse, supershredder). I would prefer a Shredder with more subdued blades and armor. He is a martial artist first and foremost -- the blades add some extra deadliness. They are secondary to his ability, they should not be so dominating on his appearance.

I'm glad IDW went with a more realistic look and didn't put him in full-plated metal samurai armor or something.

[Killer Moth]

Shredder is one of the few characters who has looked good in almost every incarnation, even the new toon...but I like his Mirage look the best from this list.

You forgot movie!
http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb57526/tmnt/images/f/f3/Shredder2.png

Movie 2 Shredder is my favorite. His helmet is bad ass.

Agreed. Saki in purple, it really fits him. And that's not counting the "Saki is feminine in Japanese" meme. Could we count the old Konami games as a bonus choice, because that would be my top choice -- 1987 design, but 2nd movie colors?

Of the actual options listed: Mirage, 2nd Movie, 1987 design in that order. I don't dislike the other choices, either, as I like each of them for different reasons. It's a hard one for me, I must say.

Edit: If asked, the Nicktoon one is the only one I'm not crazy about. It looks awesome, but it seems like the designers were trying too hard and I worry if it will animate well. However, that's only my current option, as I would like to be convinced otherwise.

[Veedubguy83]

I like all of the Shredders, my least favorite would probably be the 2003 version... The new nick version is really growing on me, I just can't wait to see how he plays out in the show!

[Sage Ninja]

It's art like this that makes me pine for a book based on the old 'toon

I'm in full agreement on this. :D

I voted for the 1987 shredder outfit. To me it is the best looking Shredder attire. Though mirage would be a close second.

I never cared for the 2k3 version.

[Walkabout]

Mirage/original movie I suppose.

While Im in all honesty just happy for a new TMNT, I cant say I like the nick incarnation's oversized, block armour...but hey.

[Bossk]

I love all of them, honestly, but I think that 2k3 would have to my favorite design, with the current comic and '87 right behind it.

[Walkabout]

Very cool, no complaints there.

[Weirdo-Warrior]

The original Mirage Shredder remains the best for me, especially in the issue in which he resurrects and beats the **** out of Leonardo, to then throw an amazing shape inside April's shop.
1987 Toon Shredder was way too clumsy and inoffensive. The 2003 is awesome, but I never truly accepted the Utrom thing.

[Drose18]

I am really surprised that 2003 Shredder's design is the leader in this poll!

What you talkin bout boy? Look et dat! iss flawless!
http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1102/3163887989_f8e9c143a5.jpg

[Candy Kappa]

gotta say, Ch'rell's armor is one of the most boring ones, I'd take the Next Mutations version over the 2003 armor

[Drose18]

2003 already won: http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=7499

[ComicBookBoy]

The original Mirage Shredder is the best.
http://images.comiccollectorlive.com/covers/953/953ea8df-4205-4aa8-b4a3-b705126ae981.jpg

[Lance_Steele]

I remember Archie comics back in '94 or was it '95 when they revealed some character designs of a possible redesign of Shredder done by Pat Spaziante(he penciled the Archie Sonic comics back in the 90s). I thought they were cool.

[TheCanadiandrome]

Visually, which design for Shredder do you like the most?


1987 Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/c4f8f0f4.jpg

2003 Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/c1d1f4ea.png

Nickelodeon Animated Series;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/9d7a608d.jpg

Current Comic;
http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/ShredderTMNT/5d7787bf.jpg




in this order

[Victorsaurus]

The 2003 one.

[Logan]

I prefer the Mirage design and the 87 design, if only because they seem a little more practical for a guy who's a ninja.

The 2003 version is wearing armor, which makes for good defence in battle, but not for sneaking around. I'd say the same with the two movie designs as well, though the 1st movie's Shredder more or less resembles his Mirage incarnation. His helmet would be too cumbersome.

I realize that I'm overthinking this, but this is a fan forum... a breeding ground for discussing useless knowledge and opinions.

[TMNT-Collector]

tough call, but i think mirage wins by a nose, a close second would have to be '87 in my opinion

and lol, i forgot about the next mutation shredder

[Vaderman]

I like the 1987 Shredder the best as far as visuals go. He was always the ultimate villain growing up. 8)

[Bob]

2003 series, hands down.

[Loudo]

The 2003 version is wearing armor, which makes for good defence in battle, but not for sneaking around.
I agree. He doesn't look very ninja-like.

I love the 2003 Shredder, but aesthetically speaking I think the 1987 Shredder is the best.

[Cipher]

Mirage Shredder.

It isn't just some "Mirage is better," attitude talking. He's the only one who went for a truly understated look (as little as we saw him). No capes, no full-body armor, no sparkly jumpsuits. Just a man in a dogi with some blades on his arms. He actually looks 1) plausible, and 2) like he could fight.

Least favorite goes to the Nickelodeon version (among the only designs I legitimately dislike from the new show) and the design shared by Ch'rell in 4Kids and Oroku Yoshi in Mirage.

IDW gets runner-up, because, you know, I actually believe he could move in that outfit. And I like the aged look a lot. The movie versions are a little over-the-top, but okay as well. I dig the grated facemask.

[asfaloth12]

The 2003 Shredder design is probably my favorite. It just looks so menacing.

[nickzark]

Original Shredder

[Godzilla]

I like the 1987 Shredder design best, but there's alot of nostalgia that goes with that.

Mirage would be the other choice.

[ctt4lfecw]

The first movie/Mirage Shredder for me. He doesn't have a lot weighing him down. I think the Nick show has way too much going on on his costume. Those blades look like they weigh a ton.

[Vegeta]

Mirage shredder is just so bad ass. Least favorite would be 2k3. IDW has a beautiful design, but his character is kind of boring in the idw comic.

[SwordofTengu]

Though the 2003 Shredder had several suits of armor, his first was the best. I love the abs and the string that comes off of the foot emblem.

His Season 3/"Bad Day" armor was pretty awesome. I did not like his R.A.H. armor, it looked awkard and too light.

[Icegaze]

IDW's by like a mile. That guy's look is maaaad.

1. IDW


2. Mirage
3. 2k3
4. Nickelodeon
5. 1987

Movie Shredder would be 2nd for me had been on the list.

[hi_polymer]

87 Shredder. He pulls that purple cape off like a boss. Too bad he was a whiny little ***** though.

[Cowabunga Carl]

I had to go with the IDW look right now. Something about it just screams badassness. Like they all look great, just IDW stands out amongst the crowd.

[Garfield]

I'm kinda of going to go with the IDW design.

His design is a bit like Hattori Hanzo's design in Samurai Shodown...and thats a damn good thing.

On second thought I think I like Mirages the best... simple and sweet.

meh I dunno.

[SawyerSquirrel]

I was originally going to either say the Mirage comics design or the OT design... until I saw the intimidating image of the current IDW design for the Shredder. So, in order from least to most favorite will be as such:

5) Nick's rendition. This is just because Shredhead's armor pieces look too bulky. Not to mention, I hate how big his claws are; they look almost like those impractical "martial arts" hand blade things that some quack weapon manufacturers make these days... yuck.

4) 2003's version. I don't exactly dislike this one, but I can agree with Logan on this one -- not very stealthy. He looks more like an evil samurai than anything else.

3) Mirage's classic. Simple, to the point, but why red of all colors? Maybe it's just the statuette that has him in red ninja garb? IDK. He also looks a bit impoverished for a modern-day supervillian.

2) The OT's costume. For both nostalgia factor and a decent compromise between practicality and style. Still, the purple cape and cloth hanging from his garb's tunic are a bit impractical; they might get caught on something. #thuper

1) IDW's rendition. Definitely looks like he's about to **** someone up, big time. (my first swear here, eee!) I like the darkened-out eyes, the red scarf-thingy and sash, the dark blue (which, allegedly, was a color that real ninja wore their garb in for night stealth missions) as opposed to black and grey or red. Love the clean-looking fighter's tape around his arms, and the fact that he's got his muscled arms showing. In short, a great blend of intimidation factor, cool costume, and modern ninja style.

[The Big Bad]

In defense of the 2003 armor's non-stealthy aspects, the show never tried to claim that that was a priority for the character--he had subordinates for that. If he was out in the field, it was usually to make loud and unambiguous statements, which are kind of fundamentally non-stealthy things. Not only that, he has a particular interest in not having his clothes shredded or his "skin" cut open, which makes wearing something stronger than cloth sensible.

[zodiac brave]

i think its a toss up between the original film and the mirage version. i hadnt seen the IDW version until this thread, though, and honestly, i think it looks AWESOME! overall, however, I gotta also show love for shredder '03. looks so cool and intimidating!

[mysterycolor]

original cartoon shredder for me :)

[TheBlueTurtle1]

The original, but I loved the 80s show one aswell. I like the new Nick one aswell.