Official Episode Discussion: S2 #9 "The Kraang Conspiracy" - Page 7

*Electric* · 02-09-2014, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Coola Yagami

If anything, Kurtzman reminds us that the Kraang were around up to no good in the neighborhood long before the Turtles took that first trip to the surface. Hell, Splinter's origin already had him bump into them when he was human, 15 years ago. It kinda makes sense that SOMEONE was on the case doing something about it.

exactly. but after that alien invasion, im suprised the city isnt more involved with it...

also like how he threw in him discovering them while looking into a "missing scientist" last year, aka rockwell. i like how they gave us that little tie back, just like timothy seeing them during the baxter fight

*BabyTurtles* · 02-09-2014, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ElectricN

exactly. but after that alien invasion, im suprised the city isnt more involved with it...

also like how he threw in him discovering them while looking into a "missing scientist" last year, aka rockwell. i like how they gave us that little tie back, just like timothy seeing them during the baxter fight

who ELSE has seen them!? XD half of New York should be on to them.

I hope Irma is the suspicious type~ it'd be fun to see her find out about them too.

*MikeandRaph87* · 02-09-2014, 10:57 PM

Why can't human just be plain freakin' humans in TMNT? Is that too much to ask?

I think 4Kids would handle this plot better than Ciro's crew. We had hints of things to come and a sense of continuity flow from one episode to the next. Leatherhead appeared through the cloud of smole four episodes early. Two episodes before Zog was shown droping himself into the sewers only to reppear and pick yp on it a full 12 episodes later. The whole mystery of the utroms shown in the form of the new element The Gurdians. If Kurtzman was monitoring we could have seen a shadow of him a couple of times just enough for kids to pick up on it and get our interest. If gone about like what was done with Carter in the '87 cartoon stating he had been showing from a distance foe weeks and it could be weeks between seasons but episode 9? Am I nitpicking about Nick's not so quality job of weaving plots episodes before its touched on and continuity or is it justified?

Ciro · 02-10-2014, 12:22 AM

I just wanted to let you all know that Brandon is our story editor. He breaks all stories, assigns all writers, and usually spends all his time rewriting all scripts to make them work.
To single him out as the less appealing of the writers is a mistake.
For the record mutation situation was my favorite script and i personally think this weeks show was great.
He's a big part of the show, and we are lucky to have him here. He could easily leave, then i'd be screwed.

*NinjaMan* · 02-10-2014, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Ciro

I just wanted to let you all know that Brandon is our story editor. He breaks all stories, assigns all writers, and usually spends all his time rewriting all scripts to make them work.
To single him out as the less appealing of the writers is a mistake.
For the record mutation situation was my favorite script and i personally think this weeks show was great.
He's a big part of the show, and we are lucky to have him here. He could easily leave, then i'd be screwed.

Hey Ciro, nice to see you here again. Is is its safe to say Kurtzman is based on Kolchak the Nightstalker?

Ciro · 02-10-2014, 12:33 AM

thanks.
i shouldnt be here.
but since i am, thanks to all you guys for watching.
I love Kolchak the night stalker, so maybe.....

http://www.denofgeek.us/tv/teenage-m...spiracy-review

*NinjaMan* · 02-10-2014, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ciro

thanks.
i shouldnt be here.
but since i am, thanks to all you guys for watching.
I love Kolchak the night stalker, so maybe.....

http://www.denofgeek.us/tv/teenage-m...spiracy-review

Feel free to come back any time man. Thanks for an awesome show.

*CyberCubed* · 02-10-2014, 12:39 AM

The Kurtzman character was actually my favorite part of the episode, I just wish he got more screentime.

I really hope he becomes a major character as time progresses.

Ciro · 02-10-2014, 12:41 AM

I honestly can never get enough of ol' Jack. He's a fave around here.

*NinjaMan* · 02-10-2014, 12:49 AM

Sounds like we'll be seeing more of him in the future, looking forward to it.

**Jester** · 02-10-2014, 12:57 AM

Glad to see you back, even if it's a brief cameo, Ciro.

*BabyTurtles* · 02-10-2014, 12:57 AM

ooooh Ciro *_*

hey~ come and hang anytime~ we will be polite!!

TMNTmousers · 02-10-2014, 01:01 AM

Hi Ciro, your Newtralizer design is great.

Ashwolf · 02-10-2014, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by BabyTurtles

ooooh Ciro *_*

hey~ come and hang anytime~ we will be polite!!

^^^ awesome job w/ slash

*BabyTurtles* · 02-10-2014, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Ashwolf

^^^ awesome job w/ slash

and Irma! *__* even though we've only seen a little of her, but from what I've seen I like her!

Leofan26 · 02-10-2014, 01:30 AM

Probably my least favorite of the season so far, was it just me or did every one seem a tad bit emotional

I think I defiantly prefer April of the 2003 series compared to here, I thought she did a lot and was one of the few human friends the turtles had. Hey, Donnie x April fans should happy, they might have a chance with that pairing after all

Over all, the episode to me was all over the place and again the characters seemed off. Again, that's just me so

JH24 · 02-10-2014, 02:48 AM

That was a very nice episode. At first, I was a bit worried as I don't like the Kraang as much, but this episode was really a rollercoaster ride. I also liked how the Kraang were shown as more serious and evil here (wanted to harvest DNA their way because it's more entertaining)

Kurtzman was a nice character, I enjoyed his interactions with the turtles and it's good to know they have a new ally.

The scene with the fake April in the sealed chamber was very well done, definitely did not see that coming. April's insistence at coming along surprised me a little initially but I think it worked out well in the end. Nice twist to let Raphael be the one to try to rescue her, and April's powers/abilities are very interesting.

I just loved the elevator scene, moments like that really add so much to the show. And to see each of the turtles' reactions (Mikey especially) was funny.

===

It's really great to see you here, Ciro. Thank you for posting here. If you wish, please come back here anytime.

Thanks a lot to you and the entire team for this awesome show.

*victory_angel* · 02-10-2014, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by ElectricN

exactly. but after that alien invasion, im suprised the city isnt more involved with it...

also like how he threw in him discovering them while looking into a "missing scientist" last year, aka rockwell. i like how they gave us that little tie back, just like timothy seeing them during the baxter fight

The city...? I'm surprised the whole country isn't involved. You would think after the Technodrome's appearance the National Guard would have been going through the city.

I know the there's a budget on the episodes, but still it's not like New York is it's own universe.

*drgon78* · 02-10-2014, 05:38 AM

New York as it's own universe...I do know I have meet enough New Yorkers who do think it is it's own universe.

But I do agree that there should have been some government response or something during and /or after the invasion.

*Zulithe* · 02-10-2014, 06:13 AM

Well I found a lot to like about the episode, it did feel like a retread in some ways but I understand the financial and resource restrictions shows like TMNT have so it's going to happen once in a while, you won't get any flac from me. I find stuff to enjoy about every episode.

I really liked the conspiracy theory angle and all the "kraang have been meddling for hundreds of years" details. Liked Jack, hope we see more of him. Really loved the action scenes, especially in the Apartment.

I can't put my finger on exactly what it is but the way the turtles moved in this episode looked VERY fluid and dynamic, I feel like you guys are improving on the way the characters are animated with each episode, it's really breathtaking to see in motion to be honest.

And Ciro how can you say you shouldn't be here? You are a welcome guest here man! Some detractors will be vocal but don't let that scare you off cause surely you know they are the minority.

View Poll Results: Well... who didn't see THAT coming?
Derp Derp!	20	22.22%
Kraang, does this human suit make Kraang look fat?	13	14.44%
It's a Kraang sweet sixtteen Birthday Party!	36	40.00%
Who else loved Kirby's giant red 'fro?	11	12.22%
Countdown to Kurtzman's mutation in 3.....2......	10	11.11%
Voters: 90. You may not vote on this poll

02-09-2014, 10:57 PM	#123
MikeandRaph87 Jedi Master Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: JLA Satellite Headquarters Posts: 11,186	Why can't human just be plain freakin' humans in TMNT? Is that too much to ask? I think 4Kids would handle this plot better than Ciro's crew. We had hints of things to come and a sense of continuity flow from one episode to the next. Leatherhead appeared through the cloud of smole four episodes early. Two episodes before Zog was shown droping himself into the sewers only to reppear and pick yp on it a full 12 episodes later. The whole mystery of the utroms shown in the form of the new element The Gurdians. If Kurtzman was monitoring we could have seen a shadow of him a couple of times just enough for kids to pick up on it and get our interest. If gone about like what was done with Carter in the '87 cartoon stating he had been showing from a distance foe weeks and it could be weeks between seasons but episode 9? Am I nitpicking about Nick's not so quality job of weaving plots episodes before its touched on and continuity or is it justified? __________________ Michelangelo: This looks like a job for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Raphael: Sheesh, Mikey this ain't a cartoon!

02-10-2014, 12:22 AM	#124
Ciro Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 13	Brandon Auman's writing I just wanted to let you all know that Brandon is our story editor. He breaks all stories, assigns all writers, and usually spends all his time rewriting all scripts to make them work. To single him out as the less appealing of the writers is a mistake. For the record mutation situation was my favorite script and i personally think this weeks show was great. He's a big part of the show, and we are lucky to have him here. He could easily leave, then i'd be screwed.

02-10-2014, 12:57 AM	#131
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,293	Glad to see you back, even if it's a brief cameo, Ciro. __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

02-10-2014, 12:57 AM	#132
BabyTurtles Foot Elite Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 4,177	ooooh Ciro _ hey~ come and hang anytime~ we will be polite!! __________________

02-10-2014, 12:33 AM	#126
Ciro Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 13	thanks. i shouldnt be here. but since i am, thanks to all you guys for watching. I love Kolchak the night stalker, so maybe..... http://www.denofgeek.us/tv/teenage-m...spiracy-review

02-10-2014, 12:39 AM	#128
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,720	The Kurtzman character was actually my favorite part of the episode, I just wish he got more screentime. I really hope he becomes a major character as time progresses.

02-10-2014, 12:41 AM	#129
Ciro Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 13	I honestly can never get enough of ol' Jack. He's a fave around here.

02-10-2014, 12:49 AM	#130
NinjaMan Mad Scientist Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 1,579	Sounds like we'll be seeing more of him in the future, looking forward to it.

02-10-2014, 01:01 AM	#133
TMNTmousers Thug Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 63	Hi Ciro, your Newtralizer design is great.

02-10-2014, 01:30 AM	#136
Leofan26 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 1,306	Probably my least favorite of the season so far, was it just me or did every one seem a tad bit emotional I think I defiantly prefer April of the 2003 series compared to here, I thought she did a lot and was one of the few human friends the turtles had. Hey, Donnie x April fans should happy, they might have a chance with that pairing after all Over all, the episode to me was all over the place and again the characters seemed off. Again, that's just me so

02-10-2014, 02:48 AM	#137
JH24 Hench Mutant Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 470	That was a very nice episode. At first, I was a bit worried as I don't like the Kraang as much, but this episode was really a rollercoaster ride. I also liked how the Kraang were shown as more serious and evil here (wanted to harvest DNA their way because it's more entertaining) Kurtzman was a nice character, I enjoyed his interactions with the turtles and it's good to know they have a new ally. The scene with the fake April in the sealed chamber was very well done, definitely did not see that coming. April's insistence at coming along surprised me a little initially but I think it worked out well in the end. Nice twist to let Raphael be the one to try to rescue her, and April's powers/abilities are very interesting. I just loved the elevator scene, moments like that really add so much to the show. And to see each of the turtles' reactions (Mikey especially) was funny. === It's really great to see you here, Ciro. Thank you for posting here. If you wish, please come back here anytime. Thanks a lot to you and the entire team for this awesome show.

02-10-2014, 05:38 AM	#139
drgon78 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 2,399	New York as it's own universe...I do know I have meet enough New Yorkers who do think it is it's own universe. But I do agree that there should have been some government response or something during and /or after the invasion.

02-10-2014, 06:13 AM	#140
Zulithe Ninjutsu Master Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,418	Well I found a lot to like about the episode, it did feel like a retread in some ways but I understand the financial and resource restrictions shows like TMNT have so it's going to happen once in a while, you won't get any flac from me. I find stuff to enjoy about every episode. I really liked the conspiracy theory angle and all the "kraang have been meddling for hundreds of years" details. Liked Jack, hope we see more of him. Really loved the action scenes, especially in the Apartment. I can't put my finger on exactly what it is but the way the turtles moved in this episode looked VERY fluid and dynamic, I feel like you guys are improving on the way the characters are animated with each episode, it's really breathtaking to see in motion to be honest. And Ciro how can you say you shouldn't be here? You are a welcome guest here man! Some detractors will be vocal but don't let that scare you off cause surely you know they are the minority.