Does anyone feel Mikey's goofy attitude is abit....too much? - Page 4

*BubblyShell22* · 03-17-2013, 08:35 AM

Yeah, and the fact that it was Mikey who thought to use bug spray on the roach itself. Not even Donnie thought of that one.

Gwydion · 03-17-2013, 01:38 PM

Actually, some storyboards were posted online before the episode even aired, and it was originally Donnie who had the bug spray (it's really long - the part in question is at the bottom): http://chongsuklee.blogspot.com/2013...oryboards.html I wonder why they changed it to Mikey - maybe they thought it fit his personality better...?

I'm also wondering if the Turtles themselves setting the roach on fire was an issue for some reason as that was also changed, but there seem to be an awful lot of changes direction-wise in this scene.

Back on topic, recently found out my older sis has caught a few episodes, and she's also firmly in the "Michelangelo's too stupid" camp. She says she has a hard time enjoying the show because of it (he's always been her favorite).

ironman29758 · 03-17-2013, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gwydion

Actually, some storyboards were posted online before the episode even aired, and it was originally Donnie who had the bug spray (it's really long - the part in question is at the bottom): http://chongsuklee.blogspot.com/2013...oryboards.html I wonder why they changed it to Mikey - maybe they thought it fit his personality better...?

I'm also wondering if the Turtles themselves setting the roach on fire was an issue for some reason as that was also changed, but there seem to be an awful lot of changes direction-wise in this scene.

Back on topic, recently found out my older sis has caught a few episodes, and she's also firmly in the "Michelangelo's too stupid" camp. She says she has a hard time enjoying the show because of it (he's always been her favorite).

Maybe show her some of the posts on this thread and some of GC(I don't know how to say his last name honestly)'s interviews to help explain why Nick Mikey act the way he does.(he got adhd and they're developing his character as the show goes on).

LH · 03-17-2013, 02:22 PM

I like Mikey just the way he is. While he may be the wild one of the group, he is also the one that always looks at the bright side of things. Mikey always tries to make the best out of the worst situations, and his calmness under pressure is definately a strong aspect of his character. He also understands people and their problems("Maybe you just think you're a monster because people treat you that way.."). His positivity has, in my opinion, a better effect on the Turtles as a team.

Gwydion · 03-17-2013, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ironman29758

Maybe show her some of the posts on this thread and some of GC(I don't know how to say his last name honestly)'s interviews to help explain why Nick Mikey act the way he does.(he got adhd and they're developing his character as the show goes on).

Well, while she did grow up with the OT and movies, she only watches the Nick version because her not quite 2 year old loves it, so I don't think she really cares to put that much thought into it. XD I am however going to visit her over Easter, so maybe while my awesome nephew and I catch the new episode, I'll casually mention it, lol.

ironman29758 · 03-17-2013, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Gwydion

Well, while she did grow up with the OT and movies, she only watches the Nick version because her not quite 2 year old loves it, so I don't think she really cares to put that much thought into it. XD I am however going to visit her over Easter, so maybe while my awesome nephew and I catch the new episode, I'll casually mention it, lol.

That works too, lol

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Originally Posted by Leatherhead (2012)

I like Mikey just the way he is. While he may be the wild one of the group, he is also the one that always looks at the bright side of things. Mikey always tries to make the best out of the worst situations, and his calmness under pressure is definately a strong aspect of his character. He also understands people and their problems("Maybe you just think you're a monster because people treat you that way.."). His positivity has, in my opinion, a better effect on the Turtles as a team.

This, Mikey being the conscience and the most positive member of the team works with him and what I love most about Mikey in this show.

*DVD* · 03-17-2013, 04:39 PM

Mikey was great from the off. He is funny, witty, and a little.. strange.
First character to make me laugh out loud as well, even it was the opening credits, with the bunny ears, and the eyes rolling to the top of his head.

Konchadunga · 03-17-2013, 05:28 PM

Actually, Mikey's boundless optimism seems played more often as an example of his stupidity than anything else, like his seeing the positive side of a city mutated by the Kraang. Also, I hate optimism, anyway.

ironman29758 · 03-17-2013, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Konchadunga

Actually, Mikey's boundless optimism seems played more often as an example of his stupidity than anything else, like his seeing the positive side of a city mutated by the Kraang. Also, I hate optimism, anyway.

I feel his optimism is one of Mike's common traits and one of the things I really like about Mikey. I feel that just because he's optimistic doesn't make him an idiot in my opinion it just Balances his character out from the others and what makes him great.

*BabyTurtles* · 03-17-2013, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ironman29758

I feel his optimism is one of Mike's common traits and one of the things I really like about Mikey. I feel that just because he's optimistic doesn't make him an idiot in my opinion it just Balances his character out from the others and what makes him great.

yea

with Leo, Raph, and Donnie being all serious it's nice to have Mikey being happy and positive XD

*Hero* · 03-17-2013, 06:01 PM

I like Mikey the way he is.

Ninj · 03-24-2013, 11:45 AM

I love his personality but I sort of dislike how they made him "dumb"

*Coola Yagami* · 03-24-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninj

I love his personality but I sort of dislike how they made him "dumb"

Exactly what I've been saying all along.

plasticturtle · 03-24-2013, 02:04 PM

Yes sometimes Mikey can be silly and kind of act dumb. But there is a very specific reason why I love him and it can be summed up in one particular scene.

In the episode where they rescue the blind man, he reveals that he knows what they are and rather than be freaked out by them he accepts them for what they are and is grateful to them for saving his life. Mikey just embraces him with a huge smile on his face. He's just overjoyed he's found someone who doesn't think of them as monsters or freaks. Every single time I see that I feel all warm and fuzzy. Mikey may not be the smartest turtle but he's the heart of the team and he wears his emotions on his sleeve. Yes he's goofy and he does stupid things sometimes, but he's just so loveable you want to forgive him for his mistakes and for those few times when he's being annoying.

ironman29758 · 03-24-2013, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninj

I love his personality but I sort of dislike how they made him "dumb"

I think these explain why Mikey acts the way he does:

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Originally Posted by Shredded

Some-thing else i've noticed a while ago... and wonder if any-one thought of this or how they feel about it..

This new Mikey, definetely have all of the signs of ADHD..

Short attentionspan, easily distracted, dis-organised, often un-aware, can't sit still, feel a constant need to break up any silence, difficulty concentrating.. ADHD

So well.. if that is the case.. if he got ADHD, it doesn't mean he is stupid! it just means that he has trouble concentrating. On training, conversations, situations ext, not because of lowered intelligence, but because of an condition.

And before any-one goes out and shout angry words about him definetely not having ADHD.. I just have to say... I sort of appreciate that he is like that and still competent, since I suffer from ADD myself. (ADHD without the 'H' for 'Hyper.' with means every-thing else except being hyper-active.)

And yeah, I can definetely relate in some ways to this Mikey.
I bet Splinters strict structured way of life and training is doing Mikey good, that's sort of.. the only way Mikey could ever have learned nin-jutsu that well..

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Originally Posted by BabyTurtles

on one early bio it said this Mikey has major ADD XDD
http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs70/f/20...on-d57e7mx.png

It's not that he's dumb, he just has trouble concreting at times. I like this character trait because I can so relate to this so much and part of what makes him so great

ironman29758 · 03-24-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by plasticturtle

Yes sometimes Mikey can be silly and kind of act dumb. But there is a very specific reason why I love him and it can be summed up in one particular scene.

In the episode where they rescue the blind man, he reveals that he knows what they are and rather than be freaked out by them he accepts them for what they are and is grateful to them for saving his life. Mikey just embraces him with a huge smile on his face. He's just overjoyed he's found someone who doesn't think of them as monsters or freaks. Every single time I see that I feel all warm and fuzzy. Mikey may not be the smartest turtle but he's the heart of the team and he wears his emotions on his sleeve. Yes he's goofy and he does stupid things sometimes, but he's just so loveable you want to forgive him for his mistakes and for those few times when he's being annoying.

Dude. Nice post. Feel almost exactly the same way.his optimism and wanting to be accepted is part of what makes him a great character.

*BubblyShell22* · 03-24-2013, 04:50 PM

Yeah, I like that he wants to make friends and be accepted as it makes sense. He's always so positive and tries to look on the bright side of things, which is a good balance, too.

Uki · 03-30-2013, 10:56 PM

I love this Mikey. They've captured his personality well without delving too deeply into the psychology of it all; we fans know what to look for and why he is the way he is.

And everything he says cracks me up in this series.

LH · 03-31-2013, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by plasticturtle

Yes sometimes Mikey can be silly and kind of act dumb. But there is a very specific reason why I love him and it can be summed up in one particular scene.

In the episode where they rescue the blind man, he reveals that he knows what they are and rather than be freaked out by them he accepts them for what they are and is grateful to them for saving his life. Mikey just embraces him with a huge smile on his face. He's just overjoyed he's found someone who doesn't think of them as monsters or freaks. Every single time I see that I feel all warm and fuzzy. Mikey may not be the smartest turtle but he's the heart of the team and he wears his emotions on his sleeve. Yes he's goofy and he does stupid things sometimes, but he's just so loveable you want to forgive him for his mistakes and for those few times when he's being annoying.

Very well said!

rodster6 · 04-01-2013, 01:06 PM

I love Mikey in the new show, he is my fave version so far from any of the cartoons. Really makes me chuckle and I'm quite picky with comedy.

03-17-2013, 08:35 AM	#61
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Yeah, and the fact that it was Mikey who thought to use bug spray on the roach itself. Not even Donnie thought of that one. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

03-17-2013, 01:38 PM	#62
Gwydion Hench Mutant Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Ohio Posts: 331	Actually, some storyboards were posted online before the episode even aired, and it was originally Donnie who had the bug spray (it's really long - the part in question is at the bottom): http://chongsuklee.blogspot.com/2013...oryboards.html I wonder why they changed it to Mikey - maybe they thought it fit his personality better...? I'm also wondering if the Turtles themselves setting the roach on fire was an issue for some reason as that was also changed, but there seem to be an awful lot of changes direction-wise in this scene. Back on topic, recently found out my older sis has caught a few episodes, and she's also firmly in the "Michelangelo's too stupid" camp. She says she has a hard time enjoying the show because of it (he's always been her favorite). __________________

03-17-2013, 05:28 PM	#68
Konchadunga Stone Warrior Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 912	Actually, Mikey's boundless optimism seems played more often as an example of his stupidity than anything else, like his seeing the positive side of a city mutated by the Kraang. Also, I hate optimism, anyway. __________________

03-17-2013, 06:01 PM	#71
Hero British Bloke Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bristol, UK Posts: 2,298	I like Mikey the way he is. __________________ Go Green Machine My Facebook -My Tumblr - My Art - Figured 0ut - My Awesome Instagram

03-24-2013, 04:50 PM	#77
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Yeah, I like that he wants to make friends and be accepted as it makes sense. He's always so positive and tries to look on the bright side of things, which is a good balance, too. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

03-17-2013, 02:22 PM	#64
LH Leatherhead Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 1,705	I like Mikey just the way he is. While he may be the wild one of the group, he is also the one that always looks at the bright side of things. Mikey always tries to make the best out of the worst situations, and his calmness under pressure is definately a strong aspect of his character. He also understands people and their problems("Maybe you just think you're a monster because people treat you that way.."). His positivity has, in my opinion, a better effect on the Turtles as a team.

03-17-2013, 04:39 PM	#67
DVD Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Shanghai Posts: 2,066	Mikey was great from the off. He is funny, witty, and a little.. strange. First character to make me laugh out loud as well, even it was the opening credits, with the bunny ears, and the eyes rolling to the top of his head.

03-24-2013, 11:45 AM	#72
Ninj Mouser Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 14	I love his personality but I sort of dislike how they made him "dumb"

03-24-2013, 02:04 PM	#74
plasticturtle Foot Soldier Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 224	Yes sometimes Mikey can be silly and kind of act dumb. But there is a very specific reason why I love him and it can be summed up in one particular scene. In the episode where they rescue the blind man, he reveals that he knows what they are and rather than be freaked out by them he accepts them for what they are and is grateful to them for saving his life. Mikey just embraces him with a huge smile on his face. He's just overjoyed he's found someone who doesn't think of them as monsters or freaks. Every single time I see that I feel all warm and fuzzy. Mikey may not be the smartest turtle but he's the heart of the team and he wears his emotions on his sleeve. Yes he's goofy and he does stupid things sometimes, but he's just so loveable you want to forgive him for his mistakes and for those few times when he's being annoying.

03-30-2013, 10:56 PM	#78
Uki Hench Mutant Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The Woodlands, Tx Posts: 337	I love this Mikey. They've captured his personality well without delving too deeply into the psychology of it all; we fans know what to look for and why he is the way he is. And everything he says cracks me up in this series. __________________ -Proud Member of the Turtle Whacks!

04-01-2013, 01:06 PM	#80
rodster6 Thug Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 76	I love Mikey in the new show, he is my fave version so far from any of the cartoons. Really makes me chuckle and I'm quite picky with comedy.