So um... Old Hob, huh?

[TomWaltz]

Originally Posted by Goongasnootch

I don't plan on getting nasty. Does this mean I get to keep hiding behind my anonymous Internet handle?

Absolutely, Mr. Goongasnootch. You wouldn't happen to be related to the Detroit Goongasnootches, would you?

[TomWaltz]

Originally Posted by TomWaltz

I'll have to check on that, Venom. I think they are 1 to 1 across the board, but don't quote me on that just yet.

Thanks!

Tom W.

Okay, here's the scoop:

#1 ships with 4 interconnected character covers in an even ratio 1:1:1:1, all by Dan Ducan

For every 10 copies of TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman variant cover

For every 20 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 double gatefold Duncan cover featuring all 4 character covers as wraparound image free.

For every 25 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Sam Kieth cover.

For every 50 copies TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman hand-drawn sketch variant cover.

Hope that helps!

Tom W.

[CyberCubed]

Goodness. I can just imagine one serious collector trying to get one issue with every single cover.

[FearlessLeader]

Originally Posted by TomWaltz

Okay, here's the scoop:

#1 ships with 4 interconnected character covers in an even ratio 1:1:1:1, all by Dan Ducan

For every 10 copies of TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman variant cover

For every 20 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 double gatefold Duncan cover featuring all 4 character covers as wraparound image free.

For every 25 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Sam Kieth cover.

For every 50 copies TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman hand-drawn sketch variant cover.

Hope that helps!

Tom W.

Thank you so very much for all of your help and information Tom!

Just curious do you know are they planning to do this many variant covers per issue or is this more like a it's the first issue kind of thing??

Just wondering to help myself decide how much to buy!

[wilddiverse]

So it's just those 8 variant covers for #1? Is Simonson not doing a cover for the first issue?

[TomWaltz]

Originally Posted by FearlessLeader

Thank you so very much for all of your help and information Tom!

Just curious do you know are they planning to do this many variant covers per issue or is this more like a it's the first issue kind of thing??

Just wondering to help myself decide how much to buy!

This is the series launch load, so to speak. Future issues won't be this heavy with variants. The Simonson piece (which rocks!) is for issue #2, I believe.

[Jimmy Coconuts]

Originally Posted by TomWaltz

This is the series launch load, so to speak. Future issues won't be this heavy with variants. The Simonson piece (which rocks!) is for issue #2, I believe.

As someone who has just recently begun reading Simonson's Thor, I have to say I am pretty stoked for this particular variant.

[azrael]

I am actually buying a variant which at my LCS they charge atleast $20 for I would like more but I think the Eastman variant is just fine.

[gobo]

Originally Posted by azrael

I think the Eastman variant is just fine.

Agree! ^_^

[Andrew NDB]

Originally Posted by Jimmy Coconuts

As someone who has just recently begun reading Simonson's Thor, I have to say I am pretty stoked for this particular variant.

Simonson is a legend.

[Coola Yagami]

Well, if they're going by characters and such... I'll probably get the Leonardo one. I'm so curious about this new comic continuity and how it will differ from the new cartoon. I do notice that while the turtles do have those straps/bandages like the new toon, Mikey still kept his nunchucks.

[Andrew NDB]

Originally Posted by Coola Yagami

Well, if they're going by characters and such... I'll probably get the Leonardo one. I'm so curious about this new comic continuity and how it will differ from the new cartoon. I do notice that while the turtles do have those straps/bandages like the new toon, Mikey still kept his nunchucks.

I don't think they're too worried about the new cartoon at all. I hope I'm not wrong.

[Powder]

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Goodness. I can just imagine one serious collector trying to get one issue with every single cover.

I'm one of those "serious collectors" in this case. I hope to get every variant, period.

Originally Posted by Coola Yagami

I do notice that while the turtles do have those straps/bandages like the new toon, Mikey still kept his nunchucks.

For the ten thousandth time, Mikey still has his chucks in the new show. They just happen to have a retractable blade on them.

[Venom]

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Goodness. I can just imagine one serious collector trying to get one issue with every single cover.

Originally Posted by Powder

I'm one of those "serious collectors" in this case. I hope to get every variant, period.

Same here, as well as several other members who post on the comic section.
We're not all as "high profile" as Archon and TMNTerminator, but we're certainly around.

[adz]

Originally Posted by Venom

Same here, as well as several other members who post on the comic section.
We're not all as "high profile" as Archon and TMNTerminator, but we're certainly around.

That we are good sir .

My comic shop whilst being profitable and popular with the comic book nerd fraternity, may not be able to get all variants in after chatting with the owner.....dag nabbit. So I'm thinkin some online buying shinanigans are on the cards. And I like me some shinanigans .

On a side note....Good to meet ya Tom!! You have made a whole new 'family of fans' on here.

[wilddiverse]

Originally Posted by TomWaltz

For every 10 copies of TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman variant cover
For every 20 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 double gatefold Duncan cover.
For every 25 TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Sam Kieth cover.
For every 50 copies TMNT #1 ordered, retailers will receive 1 free Kevin Eastman hand-drawn sketch variant cover.

Well, I have no personal experience buying from this website, but this is currently the only place offering the individual variants for sale:
Eastman: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110371.html $10
Gatefold: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110372.html $20
Kieth: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110373.html $25
Eastman Sketch: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110374.html $50

I know I personally won't be picking up any of the variants for any of those prices-- even 50% off, I'd still probably pass. I'm not a cover guy.

Note: I'm told the cover images provided to websites by IDW are to blame for the Kieth cover popping up under listings for Eastman.

[Redeemer]

Originally Posted by Coola Yagami

Anyone feel kinda weird the first issue of this new continuity will start off with a mutant cat instead of the Shredder or the very least the Foot?

I have a very suspicious feeling that this mutant cat is involved with the Kraang some how

[wilddiverse]

Originally Posted by Redeemer

I have a very suspicious feeling that this mutant cat is involved with the Kraang some how

Isn't that confusing the new cartoon with the IDW comic?

[Adam]

Originally Posted by wilddiverse

Well, I have no personal experience buying from this website, but this is currently the only place offering the individual variants for sale:
Eastman: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110371.html $10
Gatefold: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110372.html $20
Kieth: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110373.html $25
Eastman Sketch: http://www.collectorsworldstore.com/...jun110374.html $50

DCBS has these available for $5, $10, $12, and $50 respectively.

[Abnormal Freak]

Well, that pretty much leaves me screwed for getting any variants. I doubt my shop will order in ten upon release. They always ordered very few copies of Tales of the TMNT Vol. 2, and those always remained in stock, so there's not much of an interest in the Turtles in my area. But, since it's a new series altogether, maybe they'll order at least ten copies of the first issue so that hopefully I can get me the Eastman cover.