Official Ep Discussion #16 "The Pulverizer"

[snake]

Originally Posted by Martinf

Yeah, though one would think someone would call the police if that thing was seen hauling ass down the street (they even did like a million spins at some point )

Plus the pulverizer attached to the side of the van imagine the reactions

[Yorae]

Just watched the episode. Twice.

First time, I didn't like this Pulverizer character, second time, he grew on me a tiny bit. He is sort of an underdog as someone mentioned in this thread, and I guess that's what makes you feel kinda sorry for him. He is a vast improvement from the OT Zach.

I was expecting him to have a redeeming moment at some point. Guess he's just so good at being a doofus... At this point I am just waiting for him to show up again as the Newtralizer!

We also got many funny moments between the turtles. Raph and his magical unicorn

Good stuff!

[BubblyShell22]

This episode was really good. I was really glad that they handled the Pulverizer decently. He wants to be a hero like the Turtles, but he's not good at it even when Don trains him. I really hope some aspiring fan fic authors saw this episode because that's how you handle an OC. He definitely wasn't an annoying Gary Stu, and I felt for him at some points. Loved Raph's delusional talk and the Shellraiser. Fishface returns and is definitely a viable threat. As for Splinter's reaction, I can see it because he wants the Turtles' training to be a secret from the outsiders, except for April. And now the Kraang have the power cell, which isn't a good thing. Overall, a very decent ep. Can't wait for next week.

Fave quotes:

Raph: Donnie, have I told you how awesome you are?
Don: No, you haven't.
Raph: Well, I"m seriously considering it.

Splinter: He has no business learning our art. He is...a doofus.

Pulverizer: I accept cash, checks, and teeth.
Leo: Hey, that was a good line.

Mikey: He's telling me I'm the smartest guy he's ever known.
Don: Yep, he's delusional.

Don: Leo gets to drive.
Mikey and Raph: Why?
Don: Because he's the least likely to hit anything for fun.
Mikey and Raph: True.

Raph: Thanks, magical unicorn.

Don: Is he nauseous?
Mikey: No, I don't--
Raph: *barfing*
Mikey: Ah, check it! You did eat my pizza! You liar!

Mikey: Looks like Fishface is a little sensitive.
Leo: You named him Fishface?
Mikey: Well, it was either that or Robocarp.

See you next week, guys.

[Jester]

Originally Posted by BubblyShell22

Mikey: Looks like Fishface is a little sensitive.
Leo: You named him Fishface?
Mikey: Well, it was either that or Robocarp.

Loved that line. Not a bad episode a nice breather. I'm sure things are only gonna pick up from here.

[Sleepingseeker]

Originally Posted by Leatherhead (2012)

Away from home so I couldn't see the episode... But from what I've seen on Twitter, The Kraang have the Power Cell.. Oh, man.. What will Leatherhead say when he finds out?

I was thinking the same thing! He trusted the guys to keep that safe and instead Donatello used it to make something fun. Very well written within the characters' age, if you think about it. Teens not really understanding or considering the full consequences of their (sometimes selfish)actions!

I had a moment where I thought, what if this guy comes back in a year or two and is Casey!? but it was just for a second! You can put down the rotten fruit and vegetables! (((dodging)))

Enjoyed getting to see Donatello's skills and having his character develop a bit more. Good, solid episode overall.

[Guitar_Raph]

Pulveriser ruled. But he should've hung with Mikey, instead of Don.

Also the TMNT got a new vehicle as well. Looks like the Raph motorcycle streak could come to an end.

1997: Next Mutation
2003: TMNT
2006: Fast Forward
2007: Movie (Night Watcher)
2008: Back to the Sewers

[Orisue]

My dad saw me recording this episode, his reaction? "He's recording Ninja Turtles?!" basically a wtf lol. Yes dad I'm 19 still watching cartoons!

[Xav]

Originally Posted by Sleepingseeker

I had a moment where I thought, what if this guy comes back in a year or two and is Casey!? but it was just for a second! You can put down the rotten fruit and vegetables! (((dodging)))

We already saw Casey graffiti, he's a different character.

[Forneus]

Well one one hand we have: The Shellraiser's big intro, Fishface finally getting his well deserved debut, awesome action scenes with the Kraang (dem jetpacks), and the show's good ol' fashion sense of humor.

One the other hand: The Pulverizer, the kind of character I usually really dislike.

How'd it turn out for me? Just great. I'm not sure I want to see Pulverizer again, in fact, if this is his only episode, well good riddance haha. I liked Donnie and Splinter's talk about him. He truly is, a doofus. And he doesn't bring much to the characters yet. If the turtles are going to get a human vigilante ally, I have another very obvious choice in mind...Otherwise, his brand of physical humor, his design or his voice...nothing quite geled for me.

But yeah, other than that, the episode was top-shelf material. I freaking LOVED the boys's first ride in the Shellraiser. And the joke about Mikey's naming of it being perfect? So good. It was just plain fun seeing the turtles's enjoying their ride and I want more of it in the future.

And how awesome is Xever's new fishy form? Daaaamn. I was hoping he'd keep his capoiera inspired moves and not only he did, but the addition of robotic limbs gives him even more badass leg moves. Didn't see it coming, that he'd be venomous. His wall-jumping, his roars, his kicks...He's incredible. I still haven't found his figure and this episode made things way worse. And Robo-Carp made me laugh so hard.

And as always, the plot moves like a lightning bolt. A filler sounding episode, turns out to be not only the intro of two fan favorites, but a major mover of story. The Kraang have their core now and I can't wait to see what their real plan actually is. And major props to the writers for always finding new ways to keep their Kraang-speech addicting and funny, without becoming old.

[snake]

^^^Beware when you buy fishfaces toy, he doesn't have jaw articulation, kind of disappointing.

[Forneus]

I haven't opened any of my figures yet, so articulation is not important hahahaha. I just want the full set! I am still pondering opening them though....

[CyberCubed]

Really also didn't like the amount of focus placed on the Pulverizer doing typical loserific things. Hated the idea of him being oblivious to the fact that the Turtles hated him. It's the obnoxious kid sidekick character trope.

Thankfully after he gets mutated he might be more bearable as a Newt.

[NinjaMan]

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Really also didn't like the amount of focus placed on the Pulverizer doing typical loserific things. Hated the idea of him being oblivious to the fact that the Turtles hated him. It's the obnoxious kid sidekick character trope.

Thankfully after he gets mutated he might be more bearable as a Newt.

And you know he'll be Newtralizer because?

[VaughnMichael]

I think this was my least favorite episode thus far.
I mean given it was pretty funny and that's one thing I love about this show and something 2k3 was missing.
But I felt this guy was sort of a jab at the fans and he was seriously an idiot, not like calling the fans of TMNT "Sewer Heads" isn't bad enough or anything.
My parenter and I feel this was sort of a waste episode even though some things moved forward.
But hey I thought the Falco episode was as well and who knows this guys is probably going to end up being mutated so you never know.
Was need to see Fishface in action but I still can't stand his voice.
I'd really like to know how a fish he was going to eat that he mutated with has venomous teeth? Unless of course it's from the new stuff Baxter gave to him.

Originally Posted by NinjaMan

And you know he'll be Newtralizer because?

Seems pretty obvious but who knows with this Nick show.

[CyberCubed]

Originally Posted by NinjaMan

And you know he'll be Newtralizer because?

It's likely at least. Can't see what other reason this character was created for.

[Xav]

Originally Posted by Forneus

And as always, the plot moves like a lightning bolt. A filler sounding episode, turns out to be not only the intro of two fan favorites, but a major mover of story.

I'm a bit lost, what two fan favorites are you talking about? The Shellraiser and the Pulverizer?

[CyberCubed]

Originally Posted by Xav

I'm a bit lost, what two fan favorites are you talking about? The Shellraiser and the Pulverizer?

I guess he means Fishface's first real debut given he didn't do anything in previous eps.

[Allio]

Originally Posted by Vivi

Is there any chance that the Pulversizer could be Casey Jones?

He did say he was going to keep training and come back...

there is already forshadows of Casey graffitied(sp?) on walls and stuff... I doubt the Pulveriser is him...unless he went back in time

[CyberCubed]

The Shellraiser should be out of commission now that the power cell is lost. Odd they didn't have it used a bit more before hand.

[Forneus]

Originally Posted by Xav

I'm a bit lost, what two fan favorites are you talking about? The Shellraiser and the Pulverizer?

Pulverizer

Fishface obviously. We had seen him before but this is the first time he actually did something as his new self. He had no action, and only tiny bits of dialogue before. Now, we know what he's capable of.