Should the Turtles be redesigned for the sequel?

*CyberCubed* · 05-01-2015, 04:38 PM

So the designs of the Turtles were very poorly received. Instead of being slim and small ninja's, these Turtles were 6 foot tall hulking monsters with hideous nostrils. Even worse was their "accessories" like Leo having tattoo's or Don wearing glasses, or Mikey's sunglasses danging from him, wtf was up with that?

While they probably can't change the designs too much in order to remain in continuity, do you think they can alter some things? Drop the glasses for Donatello entirely, remove some of their human accessories, and phase out the nostrils at the least. They would still be 6 foot tall Hulk ripoffs, but at least some of the more offensive stuff would be gone.

*TrickOrTreater* · 05-01-2015, 04:39 PM

Anybody have any info on the toy sales from the first movie?

*Sabacooza* · 05-01-2015, 04:42 PM

I say they should keep the nostrils just to annoy you.

*Vicky82* · 05-01-2015, 04:47 PM

I'm not bothered but I'm guessing the the turtles will probably change a little bit, like wearing different accessories ect because Playmates will want different toys to sell.

*Powder* · 05-01-2015, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TrickOrTreater

Anybody have any info on the toy sales from the first movie?

Virtually everyone who talked about them in our Toy Section reported the same thing, that they were shelf-warming harder than any TMNT line ever did in the past. As a matter of fact, they recently changed the packaging of the movie line to match the Nick series, in the hopes they can fool parents into buying them.

What's sad is I would've bought them regardless of my dislike for the series/designs just to have representation on my shelf, but man, those were some baaaad toys.

*TrickOrTreater* · 05-01-2015, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Powder

Virtually everyone who talked about them in our Toy Section reported the same thing, that they were shelf-warming harder than any TMNT line ever did in the past. As a matter of fact, they recently changed the packaging of the movie line to match the Nick series, in the hopes they can fool parents into buying them.

What's sad is I would've bought them regardless of my dislike for the series/designs just to have representation on my shelf, but man, those were some baaaad toys.

Hmm. Well, if that's indicative of a trend in stores nationwide, that means there's a possibility the designs MIGHT change a bit.

To answer the thread title, SHOULD they change? God yes. They're awful. Ninja Turtles shouldn't be over 6 feet tall, hulked out, bulletproof, overly-accessorized monsters.

WILL they? Remains to be seen. I have my doubts but you never know.

*IndigoErth* · 05-01-2015, 05:14 PM

Granted this is redundant for the other designs thread recently posted in, but...

For the most part, no... Physically, just let up on the steroids, as well as the shell, they're dang sliders, not box turtles, even if Sacks stupidly calls them that later in the first film. The mass of those shells almost makes my own back hurt.

Otherwise, leave them alone because the only thing messing with it would probably do it just put everyone back at square one with finding acceptance of designs for this set of films.

As for their gear/clothing, Mikey and Donnie need to let up on it, Leo and Raph are fine imo, though I'm sure for merchandise they'll no doubt have a costume change.

I'm still kinda surprised they gave Leo tattoos. The one most likely to be a bit of a purist? It's unreasonable for those to disappear though. I don't mind it, but at least actually give us reason they are meaningful to him. Not just because "teenager" and "tattoos are cool."

Otherwise, just please make an effort to get some flattering shots in there (because dear god some angles and lighting are not flattering on these guys), esp of my fave and make me wanna hug him a time or two, then I can settle with that. (But for the love of turtle gods, extract Knoxville from his vocal cords, please.)

I'm kinda ok with the noses now. Leo at least. Donnie likewise since he's wider like Leo, but would be more flattering without the glasses. Mikey and Raph... too much "puppy" or something going on there.

*Candy Kappa* · 05-01-2015, 05:15 PM

They'll probably not, but at the very least, I hope they go a bit back to the original concept art where they at least was less bulky and a little less problematic.

But I doubt anything besides maybe clothes will change.

*TrickOrTreater* · 05-01-2015, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Candy Kappa

They'll probably not, but at the very least, I hope they go a bit back to the original concept art where they at least was less bulky and a little less problematic.

But I doubt anything besides maybe clothes will change.

God, some of that concept art was so great.

*plastroncafe* · 05-01-2015, 05:19 PM

I think they should. I found the designs to be waaaaay busier than necessary. Stream line them a bit while they've got the opportunity.

*TigerClaw* · 05-01-2015, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

So the designs of the Turtles were very poorly received. Instead of being slim and small ninja's, these Turtles were 6 foot tall hulking monsters with hideous nostrils. Even worse was their "accessories" like Leo having tattoo's or Don wearing glasses, or Mikey's sunglasses danging from him, wtf was up with that?

While they probably can't change the designs too much in order to remain in continuity, do you think they can alter some things? Drop the glasses for Donatello entirely, remove some of their human accessories, and phase out the nostrils at the least. They would still be 6 foot tall Hulk ripoffs, but at least some of the more offensive stuff would be gone.

I like the new designs, The nostrils and everything didn't bother me, Besides, The designs should stay the same, Except maybe they could use less clothing and less accessories, Besides, For continuity sake, They have to look like they did before.

They are currently using a placeholder model for Leo and Raph on the set, And judging from it, They will look the same.

*CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy* · 05-01-2015, 06:02 PM

The ONLY problems I have with the PD designs are:

#1) PD's lack of subtlety in distinguishing Donatello as the "geek". Lose the Ghostbusters backpack, the non-traditional bo staff, and either the glasses or the goggles.

#2) The size. Everyone repeat after me: "NO MORE SIX-FOOT BULLET-PROOF HULKS WITH SHELLS!" Four feet tall, maybe five at the most.

*plastroncafe* · 05-01-2015, 06:04 PM

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http://meganfoxworld.net/gallery/alb...10001/45~6.jpg

That image is going to haunt my nightmares.

*The Boston Ninja Turtle* · 05-01-2015, 06:09 PM

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http://meganfoxworld.net/gallery/alb...10001/45~6.jpg

honestly if the looked like this..Lack of all the extra stuff....i wouldve bought the movie

*Shark_Blade* · 05-01-2015, 06:16 PM

For continuity sake, they won't.

*IndigoErth* · 05-01-2015, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

#2) The size. Everyone repeat after me: "NO MORE SIX-FOOT BULLET-PROOF HULKS WITH SHELLS!" Four feet tall, maybe five at the most.

I'm actually kinda ok with them being tall. This time.

*ducks*

I can embrace the viciously skilled ninjas (they're ninjas, right...?) who, if you know them, are really just gentle giants.

I could embrace it better if they allowed them to be 25 or 30-years-old. (So it works better as just, oh, um, surprise! They ended up bigger as adults than expected.)

I however could do without the steroids that make them look even bigger than they are.

And I do not however embrace being bullet proof. That was stupid.

Also being big however is no excuse for not still being highly trained to act stealthy...

*CyberCubed* · 05-01-2015, 08:04 PM

I just wish they would get rid of those god awful nostrils. There's a reason the Turtles never had nostrils in any other incarnation, they are hideous and ugly to look at.

Its amazing how two holes can make all the difference. Mikey especially looks just like Shrek.

*Autbot_Benz* · 05-01-2015, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I just wish they would get rid of those god awful nostrils. There's a reason the Turtles never had nostrils in any other incarnation, they are hideous and ugly to look at.

Its amazing how two holes can make all the difference. Mikey especially looks just like Shrek.

Shut up about the ****ing nostrils seriously!

*plastroncafe* · 05-01-2015, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by The Boston Ninja Turtle

honestly if the looked like this..Lack of all the extra stuff....i wouldve bought the movie

Agreed. Or at very least I'd have bought more of the movie. Everything else added was distracting.

*IndigoErth* · 05-01-2015, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I just wish they would get rid of those god awful nostrils. There's a reason the Turtles never had nostrils in any other incarnation, they are hideous and ugly to look at.

Its amazing how two holes can make all the difference. Mikey especially looks just like Shrek.

Stare deep into the abyss.

Spoiler:

05-01-2015, 04:47 PM	#4
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Candy Kappa The Agenda of Existing Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Vikingland Posts: 14,596	They'll probably not, but at the very least, I hope they go a bit back to the original concept art where they at least was less bulky and a little less problematic. But I doubt anything besides maybe clothes will change. __________________ devianArt Instagram Youtube Tumblr Art Blog Patreon

05-01-2015, 06:02 PM	#12
CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy Annalist Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 16,435	The ONLY problems I have with the PD designs are: #1) PD's lack of subtlety in distinguishing Donatello as the "geek". Lose the Ghostbusters backpack, the non-traditional bo staff, and either the glasses or the goggles. #2) The size. Everyone repeat after me: "NO MORE SIX-FOOT BULLET-PROOF HULKS WITH SHELLS!" Four feet tall, maybe five at the most. __________________ *ALL THEIR DAYS ARE NUMBERED*

05-01-2015, 04:38 PM	#1
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,854	Should the Turtles be redesigned for the sequel? So the designs of the Turtles were very poorly received. Instead of being slim and small ninja's, these Turtles were 6 foot tall hulking monsters with hideous nostrils. Even worse was their "accessories" like Leo having tattoo's or Don wearing glasses, or Mikey's sunglasses danging from him, wtf was up with that? While they probably can't change the designs too much in order to remain in continuity, do you think they can alter some things? Drop the glasses for Donatello entirely, remove some of their human accessories, and phase out the nostrils at the least. They would still be 6 foot tall Hulk ripoffs, but at least some of the more offensive stuff would be gone.

05-01-2015, 04:42 PM	#3
Sabacooza Mad Scientist Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,994	I say they should keep the nostrils just to annoy you.

05-01-2015, 05:14 PM	#7
IndigoErth Team Blue Boy Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: U.S., East Coast Posts: 16,295	Granted this is redundant for the other designs thread recently posted in, but... For the most part, no... Physically, just let up on the steroids, as well as the shell, they're dang sliders, not box turtles, even if Sacks stupidly calls them that later in the first film. The mass of those shells almost makes my own back hurt. Otherwise, leave them alone because the only thing messing with it would probably do it just put everyone back at square one with finding acceptance of designs for this set of films. As for their gear/clothing, Mikey and Donnie need to let up on it, Leo and Raph are fine imo, though I'm sure for merchandise they'll no doubt have a costume change. I'm still kinda surprised they gave Leo tattoos. The one most likely to be a bit of a purist? It's unreasonable for those to disappear though. I don't mind it, but at least actually give us reason they are meaningful to him. Not just because "teenager" and "tattoos are cool." Otherwise, just please make an effort to get some flattering shots in there (because dear god some angles and lighting are not flattering on these guys), esp of my fave and make me wanna hug him a time or two, then I can settle with that. (But for the love of turtle gods, extract Knoxville from his vocal cords, please.) I'm kinda ok with the noses now. Leo at least. Donnie likewise since he's wider like Leo, but would be more flattering without the glasses. Mikey and Raph... too much "puppy" or something going on there.

05-01-2015, 06:16 PM	#15
Shark_Blade Emperor Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 7,909	For continuity sake, they won't.

05-01-2015, 08:04 PM	#17
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,854	I just wish they would get rid of those god awful nostrils. There's a reason the Turtles never had nostrils in any other incarnation, they are hideous and ugly to look at. Its amazing how two holes can make all the difference. Mikey especially looks just like Shrek.