What is your favorite TMNT logo?

*pannoni1* · 11-16-2011, 08:29 AM

The franchise had introduced several logos over the years which represents a different unit of the multiverse, beginning with the original Mirage logo (which has made a comeback recently with the IDW series) and concluding with the Nickelodeon 2012 series logo. But which of these is your favorite?

NOTE: I just signed up with a Photobucket account and this evening will provide the logos side-by-side with each other.

*Master Splinter* · 11-16-2011, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by pannoni1

The franchise had introduced several logos over the years which represents a different unit of the multiverse, beginning with the original Mirage logo (which has made a comeback recently with the IDW series) and concluding with the Nickelodeon 2012 series logo. But which of these is your favorite?

My favorite is probably the original toon logo, followed by the original mirage vol.1 logo... However the new Nick logo looks pretty awesome..

-ms

*tone-master21* · 11-16-2011, 08:40 AM

My favorite is also the OT logo.

SparkyMarky644 · 11-16-2011, 09:17 AM

My favourite was the OT logo as well.

Stingray69 · 11-16-2011, 10:33 AM

ot logo was mine to but I do really like the 2k3 series logo when it was spelled out like the ot logo was.

*Redeemer* · 11-16-2011, 11:16 AM

Sorry got to go with the OT logo as im sure as most will....and no its not for nostalgia either I jst like the design of it and its jst really simplistic, but well designed.

*Powder* · 11-16-2011, 03:02 PM

For the rainbow universes, the OT logo is my favorite. For the comics, I like the Image logo. Real bold & clean, often with cool gradient colors.
Vote will go to the OT, though, 'cause it's there.

*ToTheNines* · 11-16-2011, 04:44 PM

The logo from Mirage Volume 1 #1 is where it's at. Nothing will ever top it as far as I'm concerned.

*The Fifth Turtle* · 11-16-2011, 04:55 PM

OT, Mirage Its a one two combo.

*pannoni1* · 11-16-2011, 06:11 PM

Well, here are all the logos side-by-side:

My ranking, from best to worst:

1. 1987 Cartoon. Classic. Will always be the logo I envision first when I think "Ninja Turtles".
2. Mirage Vol.1/IDW Comics. The origin of the TMNT, and fits the edgier nature of the comics fine.
3. Nickelodeon Cartoon. A cool design for today's era; I hope you start recognizing this more just like you did for the 4kids logo.
4. City At War. Has some influences from 1987 with the white on red horizontal bar, but a nice then-contemporary design.
5. 1990's movie. While a bit blocky, it's still a classic.
6. 2003 Cartoon. While the colors preserve the spirit of the original and the letters show it's a new generation, it's not quite "that's the Ninja Turtles!" to me.
7. Turtles Forever. A nice, contemporary logo that sums up 25 years of a franchise, though not quite as memorable.
8. 2007 movie. A bit edgier, this embodies the 2000's boho-spirit, but I'm not really fond of it.
9. Back to the Sewer. The lettering looks a bit cheap, but at least it tries to show that it's part of the Turtles!
10. Tales of the TMNT. Very banal and basic.
11. The Next Mutation. Oh no, since when did the Ninja Turtles become some Samurai b-movie?

I have no comment on TMHT since it's not part of my territory.

*MrPliggins* · 11-16-2011, 06:17 PM

The '80s cartoon logo is the most original, iconic, and it's easily recognizable in a split second. A very impactful logo. Anyone know who designed it? Someone at Playmates?

*Donnie* · 11-16-2011, 06:27 PM

Close call, but I'm going to say the 1990 movie logo. It's pure awesomeness. Second would be Mirage.

TMNT_2010 · 11-16-2011, 07:37 PM

I have to go with the OT as well.

Looking at all of them now side by side its the one that jumps out at me first. Whoever came up with it really made sure the logo would quickly catch the eye.

The 2003 logo is also good, followed by the movie logo. A lot of them are pretty bad though.

*Prowler* · 11-17-2011, 04:46 PM

OT's followed by 2k3's toon.

**Jester** · 11-17-2011, 05:13 PM

I agree with Powder...where's the Image TMNT logo?

*Master Splinter* · 11-17-2011, 05:14 PM

No Image logo?

-ms

*oldmanwinters* · 11-17-2011, 06:51 PM

I love how basic the original live-action movie's logo looked. It suggests that's all the kid's really needed to know in order to get excited about the film: Teenage. Mutant. Ninja. Turtles. Nuff' said!

Starting @ 0:38:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Urnzz-eXO8

I also like how each adjective gets the same weight. Most logos emphasize "Turtles" but its that "Teenage Mutant Ninja" description that proved to be the hook that got most people interested in the franchise.

*Bauer536* · 11-17-2011, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pannoni1

Well, here are all the logos side-by-side:

My ranking, from best to worst:

1. 1987 Cartoon. Classic. Will always be the logo I envision first when I think "Ninja Turtles".
2. Mirage Vol.1/IDW Comics. The origin of the TMNT, and fits the edgier nature of the comics fine.
3. Nickelodeon Cartoon. A cool design for today's era; I hope you start recognizing this more just like you did for the 4kids logo.
4. City At War. Has some influences from 1987 with the white on red horizontal bar, but a nice then-contemporary design.
5. 1990's movie. While a bit blocky, it's still a classic.
6. 2003 Cartoon. While the colors preserve the spirit of the original and the letters show it's a new generation, it's not quite "that's the Ninja Turtles!" to me.
7. Turtles Forever. A nice, contemporary logo that sums up 25 years of a franchise, though not quite as memorable.
8. 2007 movie. A bit edgier, this embodies the 2000's boho-spirit, but I'm not really fond of it.
9. Back to the Sewer. The lettering looks a bit cheap, but at least it tries to show that it's part of the Turtles!
10. Tales of the TMNT. Very banal and basic.
11. The Next Mutation. Oh no, since when did the Ninja Turtles become some Samurai b-movie?

I have no comment on TMHT since it's not part of my territory.

Man. I couldn't vote. I have a lot of favorites.

1.The original is the original. It's cool.

I know IDW has done the same thing, but since I don't like their interpretation, I can't say I like IDW's version. No one can beat the very first!

2. 80's OT toon: my absolute favorite. I grew up with this logo.

3.The movie one is not bad. It reminds me of the Mirage style.

4.The logo for City at War looks okay.

5.TNM is not bad, but not fantastic.

6.2k3 series: New and original. I like the logo better than the toon and its theme song.

7.2k7 film: This logo is inspirational. Probably, my all time favorite, second to the OT style.

8.Back to the Sewers: Can someone say, "Cheesey?"

This one is awful.

9.Nickelodeon: This reminds me of the Mirage style, but taken to another level. I like it.

10.Tales of the TMNT: Interesting. Not great, but good.

11.The word "Hero" takes away the magic.

12.Turtles Forever: Very boring. It needs more flair.

So, I have a few favorites. I can't choose one.

*Powder* · 11-17-2011, 07:55 PM

Way to not include the Image logo, pan...

Allow me.

For that matter you're also passing over TMNT (as in vol. 4).

*Bauer536* · 11-17-2011, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Powder

Way to not include the Image logo, pan...

Allow me.

For that matter you're also passing over TMNT (as in vol. 4).

Interesting. It's very Star Warsish. Not bad.

View Poll Results: What is your favorite TMNT logo?
Original Mirage	7	21.21%
Fred Wolf/Archie	18	54.55%
1990's movies	6	18.18%
City at War	0	0%
Next Mutation	0	0%
4Kids	1	3.03%
2007 Movie	0	0%
Back to the Sewer	0	0%
Nickelodeon series	0	0%
Other (Hero turtles, Tales of the TMNT, etc.)	1	3.03%
Voters: 33. You may not vote on this poll

11-16-2011, 08:40 AM	#3
tone-master21 Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,152	My favorite is also the OT logo. __________________

11-16-2011, 11:16 AM	#6
Redeemer Technodrome Technician Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: third earth Posts: 4,737	Sorry got to go with the OT logo as im sure as most will....and no its not for nostalgia either I jst like the design of it and its jst really simplistic, but well designed. __________________ GT:Reedeamer *THE TECHNODROME REDESIGN 2015* http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=51594

11-16-2011, 06:11 PM	#10
pannoni1 Foot Elite Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,447	Well, here are all the logos side-by-side: My ranking, from best to worst: 1. 1987 Cartoon. Classic. Will always be the logo I envision first when I think "Ninja Turtles". 2. Mirage Vol.1/IDW Comics. The origin of the TMNT, and fits the edgier nature of the comics fine. 3. Nickelodeon Cartoon. A cool design for today's era; I hope you start recognizing this more just like you did for the 4kids logo. 4. City At War. Has some influences from 1987 with the white on red horizontal bar, but a nice then-contemporary design. 5. 1990's movie. While a bit blocky, it's still a classic. 6. 2003 Cartoon. While the colors preserve the spirit of the original and the letters show it's a new generation, it's not quite "that's the Ninja Turtles!" to me. 7. Turtles Forever. A nice, contemporary logo that sums up 25 years of a franchise, though not quite as memorable. 8. 2007 movie. A bit edgier, this embodies the 2000's boho-spirit, but I'm not really fond of it. 9. Back to the Sewer. The lettering looks a bit cheap, but at least it tries to show that it's part of the Turtles! 10. Tales of the TMNT. Very banal and basic. 11. The Next Mutation. Oh no, since when did the Ninja Turtles become some Samurai b-movie? I have no comment on TMHT since it's not part of my territory. __________________ http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...d.php?t=37065- MY WANT LIST TMNT FAN CLUB LINK: http://sot.ag/gCjK/ 30 years of Turtle Power! Last edited by pannoni1; 02-22-2012 at 12:49 PM.

11-17-2011, 05:13 PM	#15
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,301	I agree with Powder...where's the Image TMNT logo? __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

11-16-2011, 08:29 AM	#1
pannoni1 Foot Elite Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,447	What is your favorite TMNT logo? The franchise had introduced several logos over the years which represents a different unit of the multiverse, beginning with the original Mirage logo (which has made a comeback recently with the IDW series) and concluding with the Nickelodeon 2012 series logo. But which of these is your favorite? NOTE: I just signed up with a Photobucket account and this evening will provide the logos side-by-side with each other. __________________ http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...d.php?t=37065- MY WANT LIST TMNT FAN CLUB LINK: http://sot.ag/gCjK/ 30 years of Turtle Power! Last edited by pannoni1; 11-16-2011 at 08:34 AM.

11-16-2011, 09:17 AM	#4
SparkyMarky644 Thug Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ashford, Kent, UK Posts: 77	My favourite was the OT logo as well.

11-16-2011, 10:33 AM	#5
Stingray69 Stone Warrior Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 916	ot logo was mine to but I do really like the 2k3 series logo when it was spelled out like the ot logo was.

11-16-2011, 03:02 PM	#7
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,956	For the rainbow universes, the OT logo is my favorite. For the comics, I like the Image logo. Real bold & clean, often with cool gradient colors. Vote will go to the OT, though, 'cause it's there.

11-16-2011, 04:44 PM	#8
ToTheNines Col. Stinkmeaner Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 19,363	The logo from Mirage Volume 1 #1 is where it's at. Nothing will ever top it as far as I'm concerned.

11-16-2011, 04:55 PM	#9
The Fifth Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago sewer Posts: 2,488	OT, Mirage Its a one two combo.

11-16-2011, 06:17 PM	#11
MrPliggins Foot Elite Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 3,051	The '80s cartoon logo is the most original, iconic, and it's easily recognizable in a split second. A very impactful logo. Anyone know who designed it? Someone at Playmates?

11-16-2011, 06:27 PM	#12
Donnie Something from the Past Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York Posts: 3,256	Close call, but I'm going to say the 1990 movie logo. It's pure awesomeness. Second would be Mirage.

11-16-2011, 07:37 PM	#13
TMNT_2010 Thug Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 73	I have to go with the OT as well. Looking at all of them now side by side its the one that jumps out at me first. Whoever came up with it really made sure the logo would quickly catch the eye. The 2003 logo is also good, followed by the movie logo. A lot of them are pretty bad though.

11-17-2011, 04:46 PM	#14
Prowler Emperor Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,999	OT's followed by 2k3's toon.

11-17-2011, 05:14 PM	#16
Master Splinter 幸 - 愛 - 思う Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 2,824	No Image logo? -ms __________________

11-17-2011, 06:51 PM	#17
oldmanwinters Overlord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Between yesterday and tomorrow! Posts: 15,501	I love how basic the original live-action movie's logo looked. It suggests that's all the kid's really needed to know in order to get excited about the film: Teenage. Mutant. Ninja. Turtles. Nuff' said! Starting @ 0:38: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Urnzz-eXO8 I also like how each adjective gets the same weight. Most logos emphasize "Turtles" but its that "Teenage Mutant Ninja" description that proved to be the hook that got most people interested in the franchise. __________________ Experience the TMNT Fan Commentaries! Check out my TMNT fan comic, "Nothing to Fear"! View my sketch work! I'm selling some of my hard-to-find TMNT items!

11-17-2011, 07:55 PM	#19
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,956	Way to not include the Image logo, pan... Allow me. For that matter you're also passing over TMNT (as in vol. 4).