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Donatello: Dark Energy
Greetings, everyone! I've received the green light from Krang to post this in the Comics section. Here's the backstory... Not too long ago I made a thread asking artists around the 'Drome if they would like to collaborate on comic style shorts based on the TMNT. I was delighted to see many talented members on the forum respond with interest! I found a kindred spirit in pl212 (Pedro) and we began work on our first short immediately. We decided to release the Shorts online and in PDF format. So, introducing... Lajud & Montelione's "BETWEEN THE LINES" - an ongoing fan made collection of short comics based on the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, characters created by the great duo of Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Story, Script: Matthew Montelione Artwork, Inking, Layouts: Pedro Lajud Our stories are set within Mirage continuity and in the original veins of Eastman & Laird. We have worked carefully to not conflict with what has transpired in the world of Mirage's TMNT - rather, we seek to offer glimpses of what might have went on "between the lines" of their universe. Concerning the artwork, Pedro is by far the best choice for such a task - his natural skills speak for themselves, and his originality in drawing the characters is, in my opinion, brilliant. We have worked incredibly hard to deliver an engaging TMNT product steeped in the original darkness of Mirage while adding some of our own unique spices. We hope that we have succeeded. We are proud to introduce our first short... DONATELLO: DARK ENERGY (PART I) Behind "Dark Energy" (Part I): "Dark Energy (Part I)" is the first of a series of shorts centered around Donatello. Part I of "Dark Energy" takes place during Mirage Volume 1, issue #2, during the "several weeks" that pass (pg. 7) - much before the TMNT first met and rescued April O'Neil. "Dark Energy" will focus on Donatello's inner turmoil as he grows up knowing the vision that Splinter explained to him - and what he will ultimately attempt to do in light of an uncertain future. Spanning a series of shorts, "Dark Energy" will also briefly explore (amongst other character aspects) Donatello's burden of being the unofficial "second-in-command" to his brothers, his love of science over martial arts, and his relationships with individual family members. We have paid homage to other future Donatello stories in our own, and some of you might be able to point them out. Here's a preview from page 1... http://betweenthelines.mutantooze.or...nterlajud2.png TO DOWNLOAD "DARK ENERGY (PART I)" VISIT OUR WEBSITE - Lajud & Montelione's BETWEEN THE LINES (Fan Made TMNT Shorts) Well, I think that's it. On behalf of Pedro & I, thanks for viewing our work and we really hope that you enjoy our first short... Sincerely, Matthew - Special thanks to Master Splinter for hooking us up with a website. - The legal disclaimer, etc. along with most of what you have just read is available to see on page 6 of "Dark Energy". |
Hmm... interesting...
It's definitely short but... Spoiler:
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Very cool. Though I expected it to be good it was better than I thought it would be. I like where y'all are going with it.
That said, I still wanna do one with ya, haha. |
My favorite part is Donatello's sequence of facial expressions on Page 5. It struck me as perhaps a bit too over-the-top, almost anime-ish, but it was more than effective enough to convey the emotion of the moment.
pl212 has got some skillz with the pencil and the pen! |
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Yes, Pedro is the man! His art is breathtaking, in my opinion. Powder, the invite is still there. ;) |
Yes, I forgot to mention that. Pedro is a goddamn beast.
When I met up with him at NYCC I had him do a turtle bust in my sketchbook alongside Dooney & the rest, haha. & my man, if you have something written I'd happily start on it this week. |
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great job done, compadres!keep on producing them and I keep on reading them...I especially liked the little moment splinter and his pupil have after he mentioned his affection for machines;)....sweet stopping of time there...
once again, it brought a smile on my face and that is a nice thing to accomplish.. wishin you the best! marcel |
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Very cool dudes!
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WOW! Great work, guys! Both the writing and art are really cool! Sure it's short, but I'll be lying if I said that this story didn't catch my complete attention since the first page and left me wanting more!
The story has heart, and it was encapsulated in only five pages. IDW could use some tips from you, guys. |
Thank you all so much! Your warm comments are extremely appreciated.
I'm glad you want more, Nelson, and thanks again for those very mighty compliments! Our continuation of this series, "Dark Energy (Part II)", is now officially in the works. Concerning that little moment between Donny & Splinter, that was indeed intentional, both in the writing and in the art. :D Glad you guys picked up on that! |
I call for a rename to "Montelione & Lajud's" just because it invokes another comic duo of note...:P
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Thank you all for the kind words :D
Glad you guys picked up on that panel, it was intentional. There are smaller details in some panels that I havent seen anyone mention yet, I guess they arent as easy to spot.lol |
You should let us know if Peter Laird ever gets back to you with his thoughts on the subject!
(I saw your comment on his blog.) |
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Awesome!!!!
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Thanks Luz! |
Brilliant. Less can be more. I found the piece to be quite effective, well done.
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Hey everyone!
Pedro is hard at work penciling DE Part II. We can't wait to show you guys. I don't want to give anything away, but Part II will feature another familiar face... |
Preview panel from "Dark Energy (Part II)" -
http://i41.tinypic.com/11txwus.jpg Can you guess what time and/or issue this Short is placed within? |
Michelangelo special? Return to New York?
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Pedro got bored and gave me two Christmas presents! These awesomely colored panels (the last panel) from "Dark Energy (Part I)" in both red and purple mask. :D
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Looks awesome, dude! Vegeta, spoiler that please.
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Thanks for the support guys! Pedro is quite the busy man but he's working as much as he can on Part II - I would expect it done sometime in January!
Oh, and the issue it takes place in still hasn't been guessed. Andrew was close... ;) |
Great job guys, that's some awesome art too. Very fitting for Mirage.
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Thanks guys.
I'm almost done with the next short, it should be done sometime in jan. Thanks for the support and spread the word! :D |
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Just a quick update, Pedro is almost done with #2.
Time frame is during Vol.1 #11. |
What an honor - Peter Laird promoted our work on his blog. :D
Thanks so much, Peter! http://peterlairdstmntblog.blogspot.com/ |
Just checked it out. I enjoyed it. I especially like the forest setting where Donny's house is. It just seems so peaceful and so very Donny. Art was superb as well.
And it's really cool that Peter is giving you a shoutout Donnie. He really is a good dude and his love for the turtles definitely shows through his posts even though he '' burnt out''. Keep up the good work, can't wait to check out # 2. |
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Excellent work fellas. The art was very good, I loved the shading. The story is interesting and you nailed Splinter's dialogue.
Keep 'em comin. |
Thanks for the compliments dudes. It's much appreciated, Pedro & I love hearing the opinions of fellow Dromers!
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DE 2 is officially done, Pedro just has to scan the sucker. Coming soon!
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