Why Northampton has so much potential

*snake* · 10-05-2014, 09:50 PM

Northhampton. This arc has been a mainstay in turtles incarnations over the years, and now Nick is having a crack at it, and Nicks version of the story seems like it can have a lot to offer.

Northampton was always about the turtles finding their way. With the exception of IDW, Splinter is gone and the turtles have to connect with each other. Family is the message.

Michealangelo has always been the most emotional turtle, the one who is able to unite his brothers in the worst of times. In IDW, he had that amazing campfire scene and brought everyone together.

The Nick arc, like I said, has a lot of potential. The turtles just lost their master and their home. They're all down in the dumps before Mikey comes along and helps them deal with all the problems. Leonardo should be the one who starts to reflect on his past mistakes, wondering where he should improve. Raph should work on his temper. Donnie should learn how to let go, realize that he isn't the only one in the world. They all go on vision quests, coming out stronger. As brothers and Ninja.

*Warhorse* · 10-05-2014, 10:04 PM

It looks like they are going to be making North Hampton into the Roswell of the Nick TMNT world.

*snake* · 10-05-2014, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Warhorse

It looks like they are going to be making North Hampton into the Roswell of the Nick TMNT world.

With Big Foot and stuff? Seems like it.

*Warhorse* · 10-05-2014, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by snake

With Big Foot and stuff? Seems like it.

OOOOoooohhhhhh, considering what Bishop was in the 2k3, maybe they just might make a reference of some sort to The X Files. (Damn, I loved that show!)

*snake* · 10-05-2014, 10:08 PM

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OOOOoooohhhhhh, considering what Bishop was in the 2k3, maybe they just might make a reference of some sort to The X Files. (Damn, I loved that show!)

Spin off of Bishop hunting down paranormal creatures. Comic or show, I'd watch the hell out of it.

*Warhorse* · 10-05-2014, 10:12 PM

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Spin off of Bishop hunting down paranormal creatures. Comic or show, I'd watch the hell out of it.

Geeze, why don't they do that. Just experiment with the thought of making it's own show, and then we can get cross overs!

*snake* · 10-05-2014, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Warhorse

Geeze, why don't they do that. Just experiment with the thought of making it's own show, and then we can get cross overs!

It's odd. We've never had a turtles spin off show.

*IndigoErth* · 10-05-2014, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Warhorse

It looks like they are going to be making North Hampton into the Roswell of the Nick TMNT world.

Referring to two episodes from now I assume? That's gonna be interestinnng... o.O

Agree, lots of potential there, including potential for new details.

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It's odd. We've never had a turtles spin off show.

Potential spinoffs are wise enough to know they aren't worthy.

lol

*Warhorse* · 10-05-2014, 10:47 PM

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Referring to two episodes from now I assume? That's gonna be interestinnng... o.O

Agree, lots of potential there, including potential for new details.

Potential spinoffs are wise enough to know they aren't worthy.

lol

Eh, it could be just a mini series. 6-12 episodes.

*BubblyShell22* · 10-06-2014, 07:46 AM

Yes, them being in Northampton definitely has potential, especially since they're going to be there for thirteen episodes. It'll be nice to see how the Turtles go on their vision quests and what prompts them to do so.

*drgon78* · 10-06-2014, 09:28 AM

How do you know they are going to be there for 13 episodes?

*snake* · 10-06-2014, 03:55 PM

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How do you know they are going to be there for 13 episodes?

Pretty sure it was announced or the vision quest concept art gave it away.

*BubblyShell22* · 10-06-2014, 05:04 PM

Yes, and I believe the people who got the season pass on iTunes said that as well because it was mentioned in the summary for the offer.

*snake* · 10-06-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BubblyShell22

Yes, and I believe the people who got the season pass on iTunes said that as well because it was mentioned in the summary for the offer.

Do you have the summary? I didn't read it.

*BubblyShell22* · 10-06-2014, 05:13 PM

No, I don't, but I thought it was in the Official Info Thread or something.

~~Davetello~~ · 10-06-2014, 07:04 PM

Agree, I love the Northampton stuff. If they're really going to be there for half a season then that's fine by me. I hope that leads to the soul-searching and character development I and others have said could be possible this season.

I see Warhorse mentioned the X-Files above. I've never really seen it but I really wanna binge it at some point. 200 episodes is a lot to get through though.

*snake* · 10-06-2014, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Davetello

Agree, I love the Northampton stuff. If they're really going to be there for half a season then that's fine by me. I hope that leads to the soul-searching and character development I and others have said could be possible this season.

I see Warhorse mentioned the X-Files above. I've never really seen it but I really wanna binge it at some point. 200 episodes is a lot to get through though.

Prepare to be dispointed. The ending isn't all that great.

~~Davetello~~ · 10-06-2014, 07:13 PM

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Prepare to be dispointed. The ending isn't all that great.

Yeah I heard that. But I figure that often in life the journey is far more important than the destination. Besides, after seeing the series finale of Dexter, it surely can't be as bad as that

*BubblyShell22* · 10-07-2014, 07:33 AM

Yeah, I want them to stay in Northampton for a bit and definitely get some development, which it sounds like there will be. Saw in the preview for the next ep that Leo still has his cane, and I love that because it shows it's going to take him some time to heal up.

*victory_angel* · 10-07-2014, 10:54 AM

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Yeah, I want them to stay in Northampton for a bit and definitely get some development, which it sounds like there will be. Saw in the preview for the next ep that Leo still has his cane, and I love that because it shows it's going to take him some time to heal up.

Kinda like how we see Elisa hobbling around on crutches after being shot by Broadway (on accident) on Gargoyles.

I don't think the vision quests would happen the initial time they are in North Hampton.

After the first five or so maybe the Turtles would return to New York and find out what's happened to Splinter and the city since they had left. Have them face Shredder and maybe the Kraang, and while they win the battle they still realize the six of them combined or seven if you include Splinter are not enough to truly end the threat that the Kraang or Shredder bring to the city.

Forcing the Turtles to leave and have their vision quests so that they are ready to strike back and take back their home.

Somewhere around this point the Shredder gets tired of Stockman's failed attempts at creating retromutagen and learns Donnie is able to.

10-05-2014, 09:50 PM	#1
snake Disgusting Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Outer Heaven Posts: 12,231	Why Northampton has so much potential Northhampton. This arc has been a mainstay in turtles incarnations over the years, and now Nick is having a crack at it, and Nicks version of the story seems like it can have a lot to offer. Northampton was always about the turtles finding their way. With the exception of IDW, Splinter is gone and the turtles have to connect with each other. Family is the message. Michealangelo has always been the most emotional turtle, the one who is able to unite his brothers in the worst of times. In IDW, he had that amazing campfire scene and brought everyone together. The Nick arc, like I said, has a lot of potential. The turtles just lost their master and their home. They're all down in the dumps before Mikey comes along and helps them deal with all the problems. Leonardo should be the one who starts to reflect on his past mistakes, wondering where he should improve. Raph should work on his temper. Donnie should learn how to let go, realize that he isn't the only one in the world. They all go on vision quests, coming out stronger. As brothers and Ninja.

10-06-2014, 07:46 AM	#10
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Yes, them being in Northampton definitely has potential, especially since they're going to be there for thirteen episodes. It'll be nice to see how the Turtles go on their vision quests and what prompts them to do so. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

10-06-2014, 05:04 PM	#13
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Yes, and I believe the people who got the season pass on iTunes said that as well because it was mentioned in the summary for the offer. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

10-06-2014, 05:13 PM	#15
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	No, I don't, but I thought it was in the Official Info Thread or something. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

10-07-2014, 07:33 AM	#19
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Yeah, I want them to stay in Northampton for a bit and definitely get some development, which it sounds like there will be. Saw in the preview for the next ep that Leo still has his cane, and I love that because it shows it's going to take him some time to heal up. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

10-05-2014, 10:04 PM	#2
Warhorse Emperor Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 5,544	It looks like they are going to be making North Hampton into the Roswell of the Nick TMNT world.

10-06-2014, 09:28 AM	#11
drgon78 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 2,408	How do you know they are going to be there for 13 episodes?

10-06-2014, 07:04 PM	#16
~~Davetello~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Greater Glasgow, Scotland, The Ununited Kingdom Posts: 1,712	Agree, I love the Northampton stuff. If they're really going to be there for half a season then that's fine by me. I hope that leads to the soul-searching and character development I and others have said could be possible this season. I see Warhorse mentioned the X-Files above. I've never really seen it but I really wanna binge it at some point. 200 episodes is a lot to get through though.