Official Episode Discussion S2 #12 "Of Rats and Men" - Page 6

*Shark_Blade* · 03-03-2014, 06:58 AM

Absolutely adore Irma, she's possibly as charming as OT Irma.

Excellent chaos up on the street with the giant rats, I love that this show is getting darker and darker. And yet, they know how to keep the balance by adding light hearted stuff like that Ice Cream Kitty. Pure genius. And sprinkled with a little Apritello by the side makes me happy.

Keep it up Ciro and team, you're doing swell! A 9.5/10 from me for this episode.

The ending's credits kinda rushed but I understand with the limits of tv shows, still done pretty well.

*LeotheLateBloomer* · 03-03-2014, 07:49 AM

I really enjoyed this episode. I loved how Irma was handled and was clueless to the hockey mask guy being Casey. The Rat King has really become the Scarecrow of this series (and it's not just because they got one of his voice actors to voice him). The Splinter vs Rat King scene was probably the best part for me and I loved how the episode ended with Splinter knocking him off a cliff, although I was kinda hoping to see Don and April scold Mikey for mutating the cat.

blue_angel99 · 03-03-2014, 08:32 AM

Great episode...despite being grossed out about rat droppings and Mikey licking Ice Cream Kitty....very good. Anybody know where I can get a cheesecicle?

Jon_Talbain · 03-03-2014, 10:35 AM

I am still creeped out about Mikey eating ice cream straight FROM ICK. That has to be against morals and the law somehow, lol. Can ICK regenerate? If she melts, will she die? I hope that give more details about this mutation.

*CyberCubed* · 03-03-2014, 10:50 AM

I loved Casey's "tough guy" voice to protect his secret identity. In fact this is probably foreshadowing for when Casey gets older that will be the voice he uses to scare criminals.

RaphAndDonnie · 03-03-2014, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Jon_Talbain

I am still creeped out about Mikey eating ice cream straight FROM ICK. That has to be against morals and the law somehow, lol. Can ICK regenerate? If she melts, will she die? I hope that give more details about this mutation.

Considering that he put her in the freezer so that she wouldn't melt I would wager yeah, she'd probably die if she melted.

Jon_Talbain · 03-03-2014, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by RaphAndDonnie

Considering that he put her in the freezer so that she wouldn't melt I would wager yeah, she'd probably die if she melted.

Yeah, probably so....that would really be horrible. Some characters can control their temperature or even the temperature around them. And if ICK tried really hard, could she gain a more solid form? It will be interesting to see how Nick with handle this character.

tylerdavies · 03-03-2014, 01:16 PM

Did anyone else think it was really cool when the Rat King was running away from Splinter and he summoned that "rat waterfall" and ran up it?

It was bizarre but it was kind of epic when he did that

JH24 · 03-03-2014, 01:17 PM

Good episode, but not really a favorite for me. I couldn't help but feeling this one was too dark for my tastes. The Rat King/Splinter dynamic was amazingly done, but all the "drama" surrounding ICK felt unnecessary and didn't mix that well with the atmosphere of the rest of the episode.

It was great to see the Rat King again though, and what a great comeback it was. And bonus points for Donatello for not getting in another fight with Casey. It's so odd to see the nicest and most kind-hearted turtle disliking Casey so much, if it was anyone else they could have been the best of friends but it certainly makes for an interesting dynamic.

TheJ-manTurtleMan · 03-03-2014, 01:57 PM

I guess I will have to watch this episode again because I didn't really enjoy it. It was just to bizarre, grotesque, and didn't seem to flow well. Splinter being the main character was cool, and the rat king is an awesome villain! But, I don't know, just didn't do it for me this week.

Turtle-X · 03-03-2014, 02:48 PM

when Ice Cream Kitty first mutated and melted i was pretty grossed out. but Mikey made the whole thing adorable. in the weird way that only he can.

*CyberCubed* · 03-03-2014, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TurtleTron

I guess I will have to watch this episode again because I didn't really enjoy it. It was just to bizarre, grotesque, and didn't seem to flow well. Splinter being the main character was cool, and the rat king is an awesome villain! But, I don't know, just didn't do it for me this week.

I thought this was one of the strongest written episodes in the series. Not so sure what was bizarre about it.

*BabyTurtles* · 03-03-2014, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I thought this was one of the strongest written episodes in the series. Not so sure what was bizarre about it.

me too...I thought this episode was pretty much perfect XD

Duz_machines2 · 03-03-2014, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I loved Casey's "tough guy" voice to protect his secret identity. In fact this is probably foreshadowing for when Casey gets older that will be the voice he uses to scare criminals.

I liked a lot too, I find that this episode was just awesome as well. Splinter beating down the rat King, Casey being the casual BA for the ending and his makeshift gadgets, and lastly this felt like an episode that was fun but not too "kiddy", just kicked all the a** instead. Much love Nick, Much love.
(also anyone else think kevin eastman as ice cream kitty was... bizarre)

kolaida · 03-03-2014, 03:44 PM

I really LOVED this episode! It was so action packed, I blinked and it was over. Rat King was kinda gross and the overall episode was definitely dark~ uhhh, and that horrible, horrible, rat person experiment (wha?!?). Even ICK's mutation was a little disturbing. This episode REALLY makes you appreciate Mikey, LOL! xD I don't think I was ever so happy to see his bits!

It was a nice balance. Loved the ICK and it was kinda weird that Mikey was, like, eating his pet (?!) but also adorable. I have a feeling they'll talk more about it later as Donnie made comments about it a couple times.

Wow, though, that episode was great and I loved the Splinter parts.

My favorite part was definitely Mikey toting around an ice box like it was totally natural xD

Turtle-X · 03-03-2014, 03:48 PM

could any of youse guys post some HD screenshots of Ice Cream Kitty?

TheJ-manTurtleMan · 03-03-2014, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I thought this was one of the strongest written episodes in the series. Not so sure what was bizarre about it.

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Originally Posted by BabyTurtles

me too...I thought this episode was pretty much perfect XD

You don't think it felt a little too rushed? I'm not saying that the content of the episode was bad, but I think they just tried to fit too much into one episode, like, In all honesty, was ICK really necessary?

*Candy Kappa* · 03-03-2014, 03:59 PM

Amazing episode, it was dark twisted, but still full of fun bits. And Splinter not just owning Rat King, but making him scared was phenomenal.

ICK was awesome, I'm sure there is some regeneration powers involved since Mikey licks her.

*BabyTurtles* · 03-03-2014, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by TurtleTron

You don't think it felt a little too rushed? I'm not saying that the content of the episode was bad, but I think they just tried to fit too much into one episode, like, In all honesty, was ICK really necessary?

if something is adorable as ICK it should always be a necessity.

but seriously...I didn't mind it, It would have been a bonus to see Donnie and April scold Mikey for mutating the kitty..but it didn't bother me.

I was so caught up with Splinter and the RatKing.

ICK was that extra sweetness that helped me get through this creepy episode XD

DONATELLO DUZMACHINES · 03-03-2014, 04:21 PM

Im a little late to the party, but I just wanted to stop by this thread anf say this was by far my favorite episode of the entire series, and I pretty much love them all. So much awesomeness in this episode! Everything was a win

View Poll Results: Who else loved the Greco-Roman names for the rats?
Goodbye, my King...	36	37.89%
Need ice for my head... and possibly a cheesicle...	12	12.63%
You taste so good my little Ice Cream Kitty!	23	24.21%
Smell the Cheese! SMELL the CHEESE! SMELL IT!!	21	22.11%
Something something Irma rat droppings something...	3	3.16%
Voters: 95. You may not vote on this poll

03-03-2014, 08:32 AM	#103
blue_angel99 Hench Mutant Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 382	Great episode...despite being grossed out about rat droppings and Mikey licking Ice Cream Kitty....very good. Anybody know where I can get a cheesecicle? __________________

03-03-2014, 10:35 AM	#104
Jon_Talbain Foot Soldier Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 165	I am still creeped out about Mikey eating ice cream straight FROM ICK. That has to be against morals and the law somehow, lol. Can ICK regenerate? If she melts, will she die? I hope that give more details about this mutation. __________________ A wolf....wandering through the dark....

03-03-2014, 01:57 PM	#110
TheJ-manTurtleMan Stone Warrior Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 646	I guess I will have to watch this episode again because I didn't really enjoy it. It was just to bizarre, grotesque, and didn't seem to flow well. Splinter being the main character was cool, and the rat king is an awesome villain! But, I don't know, just didn't do it for me this week. __________________ Hey Man! It's The J-Man! "I love a little hot sauce on my pizza! I love a little hot sauce yes I dooo!"

03-03-2014, 03:59 PM	#118
Candy Kappa The Agenda of Existing Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Vikingland Posts: 14,596	Amazing episode, it was dark twisted, but still full of fun bits. And Splinter not just owning Rat King, but making him scared was phenomenal. ICK was awesome, I'm sure there is some regeneration powers involved since Mikey licks her. __________________ devianArt Instagram Youtube Tumblr Art Blog Patreon

03-03-2014, 06:58 AM	#101
Shark_Blade Emperor Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 7,909	Absolutely adore Irma, she's possibly as charming as OT Irma. Excellent chaos up on the street with the giant rats, I love that this show is getting darker and darker. And yet, they know how to keep the balance by adding light hearted stuff like that Ice Cream Kitty. Pure genius. And sprinkled with a little Apritello by the side makes me happy. Keep it up Ciro and team, you're doing swell! A 9.5/10 from me for this episode. The ending's credits kinda rushed but I understand with the limits of tv shows, still done pretty well.

03-03-2014, 07:49 AM	#102
LeotheLateBloomer Foot Elite Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 3,117	I really enjoyed this episode. I loved how Irma was handled and was clueless to the hockey mask guy being Casey. The Rat King has really become the Scarecrow of this series (and it's not just because they got one of his voice actors to voice him). The Splinter vs Rat King scene was probably the best part for me and I loved how the episode ended with Splinter knocking him off a cliff, although I was kinda hoping to see Don and April scold Mikey for mutating the cat.

03-03-2014, 10:50 AM	#105
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,690	I loved Casey's "tough guy" voice to protect his secret identity. In fact this is probably foreshadowing for when Casey gets older that will be the voice he uses to scare criminals.

03-03-2014, 01:16 PM	#108
tylerdavies Thug Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 80	Did anyone else think it was really cool when the Rat King was running away from Splinter and he summoned that "rat waterfall" and ran up it? It was bizarre but it was kind of epic when he did that

03-03-2014, 01:17 PM	#109
JH24 Hench Mutant Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 470	Good episode, but not really a favorite for me. I couldn't help but feeling this one was too dark for my tastes. The Rat King/Splinter dynamic was amazingly done, but all the "drama" surrounding ICK felt unnecessary and didn't mix that well with the atmosphere of the rest of the episode. It was great to see the Rat King again though, and what a great comeback it was. And bonus points for Donatello for not getting in another fight with Casey. It's so odd to see the nicest and most kind-hearted turtle disliking Casey so much, if it was anyone else they could have been the best of friends but it certainly makes for an interesting dynamic.

03-03-2014, 02:48 PM	#111
Turtle-X Foot Soldier Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 100	when Ice Cream Kitty first mutated and melted i was pretty grossed out. but Mikey made the whole thing adorable. in the weird way that only he can.

03-03-2014, 03:44 PM	#115
kolaida Foot Soldier Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 240	I really LOVED this episode! It was so action packed, I blinked and it was over. Rat King was kinda gross and the overall episode was definitely dark~ uhhh, and that horrible, horrible, rat person experiment (wha?!?). Even ICK's mutation was a little disturbing. This episode REALLY makes you appreciate Mikey, LOL! xD I don't think I was ever so happy to see his bits! It was a nice balance. Loved the ICK and it was kinda weird that Mikey was, like, eating his pet (?!) but also adorable. I have a feeling they'll talk more about it later as Donnie made comments about it a couple times. Wow, though, that episode was great and I loved the Splinter parts. My favorite part was definitely Mikey toting around an ice box like it was totally natural xD

03-03-2014, 03:48 PM	#116
Turtle-X Foot Soldier Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 100	could any of youse guys post some HD screenshots of Ice Cream Kitty?

03-03-2014, 04:21 PM	#120
DONATELLO DUZMACHINES Foot Soldier Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 149	Im a little late to the party, but I just wanted to stop by this thread anf say this was by far my favorite episode of the entire series, and I pretty much love them all. So much awesomeness in this episode! Everything was a win __________________