Infestation 2 affecting TMNT - Page 9

*Cowabunga Carl* · 12-10-2011, 10:58 AM

Didn't Triston say something about this story actually taking place much later in the series from when it is being released?

TristanHuwJones · 12-10-2011, 05:54 PM

I don't remember saying that... It definitely stands on its own legs... or tentacles (or both in some cases)... but it's not set in the future or past or anything like that. I think we've worked it in just after the second story arc (roughly). Things might become clearer as it goes along, but I've kind of removed any telltale signs of it fitting in specifically anywhere or referencing other events in the main continuity so far.

*Coola Yagami* · 12-13-2011, 07:37 PM

I'm only getting the TMNT Infestation issues for the hell of it.. I assume any story elements I might miss by not buying the other issues in which they might cameo might be explained somehow. But I still find it stupid to make a crossover with them so quickly when they are still basically in their first/second story arc. It's like making Superman meet Batman and help him fight Giganta on Wonder Woman's island right after Batman # 5. They weren't exactly metting Archie right off the bat ya know...

*Cowabunga Carl* · 12-13-2011, 08:03 PM

If it is handled like the last crossover then they wont actually be meeting anyone. They will be in their book while the main event is taken care of in another title.

*Andrew NDB* · 12-13-2011, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Hob

If it is handled like the last crossover then they wont actually be meeting anyone. They will be in their book while the main event is taken care of in another title.

But aren't they also in the main Infestation mini?

*ToTheNines* · 12-13-2011, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

But aren't they also in the main Infestation mini?

I'm not sure, It hasn't been made totally clear yet as far as I can tell.

*Cowabunga Carl* · 12-13-2011, 09:13 PM

The first Infestation just had the zombie's in everyones world but the main characters never meet. It was all handled in a separate title and basically the zombies went to the other worlds to find things to "enhance" their leader. I don't know about this new Infestation but I have a feeling it will be simular.

Bobby Curnow · 12-13-2011, 10:32 PM

Yeah, it's the same type of deal that Matches describes. Infestation TMNT is totally separate from everything else. If you read the other Infestation titles, you'll have a better idea why these monsters are everywhere, but if you don't care about that and are fine with the Turtles fighting monsters, then you can just dive right in.

No need for other stuff unless you want to check it out. Oh, TMNT appear in two panels of Infestation 2 #1, just glimpses into their world.

TristanHuwJones · 12-13-2011, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Coola Yagami

I'm only getting the TMNT Infestation issues for the hell of it.. I assume any story elements I might miss by not buying the other issues in which they might cameo might be explained somehow. But I still find it stupid to make a crossover with them so quickly when they are still basically in their first/second story arc. It's like making Superman meet Batman and help him fight Giganta on Wonder Woman's island right after Batman # 5. They weren't exactly metting Archie right off the bat ya know...

Aww, and here I was hoping it was because I was writing it!

*Andrew NDB* · 12-13-2011, 11:03 PM

I do want to say this...

I know I'm very guilty of perpetrating this myself (however unwittingly, but the issue in question is one I do have strong opinions about), but I feel that Tristan Jones and his Infestation 2 mini have become victims, perhaps even scapegoat of the "rainbow bandanna or not" debate. It is unfortunate and no fault of Tristan's that the first revelations to this end stemmed from this material... it's just the way things shook out, be it those promo pics or the artist saying too much on DeviantArt. Whatever comes of the rainbow bandannas when the dust settles, none of these things should be held against what Tristan has been writing, which I know -- even if I hate it (disclaimer: I don't think I will hate it) -- is nothing less than a labor of love by him.

I can't say I agree with him on all things TMNT, but dude has held an amazing passion for TMNT since day one and his Tales of the TMNT V2 issues -- easily among the highlights of the whole volume -- certainly show it on every page. I've interviewed him when I still ran a TMNT site. I've bought the man a drink before and cheersed. He's a Mirage alumni, and I don't think it sounds too lame to say I feel damn proud to see him move onto work on the boys in green at IDW.

So yes, I'm eagerly awaiting to see what he's got in store for us at IDW in this and anything else. And so should you.

*Cowabunga Carl* · 12-13-2011, 11:17 PM

Andrew you put that so well. It is amazing to have Tristan doing a story again. He is one hell of a writer of our boys in green and having him back if only for two issues is a treat unto its self.

TristanHuwJones · 12-13-2011, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

I do want to say this...

I know I'm very guilty of perpetrating this myself (however unwittingly, but the issue in question is one I do have strong opinions about), but I feel that Tristan Jones and his Infestation 2 mini have become victims, perhaps even scapegoat of the "rainbow bandanna or not" debate. It is unfortunate and no fault of Tristan's that the first revelations to this end stemmed from this material... it's just the way things shook out, be it those promo pics or the artist saying too much on DeviantArt. Whatever comes of the rainbow bandannas when the dust settles, none of these things should be held against what Tristan has been writing, which I know -- even if I hate it (disclaimer: I don't think I will hate it) -- is nothing less than a labor of love by him.

I can't say I agree with him on all things TMNT, but dude has held an amazing passion for TMNT since day one and his Tales of the TMNT V2 issues -- easily among the highlights of the whole volume -- certainly show it on every page. I've interviewed him when I still ran a TMNT site. I've bought the man a drink before and cheersed. He's a Mirage alumni, and I don't think it sounds too lame to say I feel damn proud to see him move onto work on the boys in green at IDW.

So yes, I'm eagerly awaiting to see what he's got in store for us at IDW in this and anything else. And so should you.

Aww, thanks man. You know I appreciate your passion for things because we've joked about these sorts of arguments over drinks. I think it's going to be VERY interesting seeing what people have to say after the next wave of Turtles comics, especially after seeing things weighed in both here and in several other threads...

There was something said not long ago (I'm not saying what, where, how or by who) that I'm genuinely surprised hasn't been brought up yet, too.

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Originally Posted by Old Hob

Andrew you put that so well. It is amazing to have Tristan doing a story again. He is one hell of a writer of our boys in green and having him back if only for two issues is a treat unto its self.

Cheers dude! It's definitely been fun coming back to the characters and surprisingly challenging. Whether there's any more from me ultimately isn't my call, though.

*Andrew NDB* · 12-13-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TristanHuwJones

(I'm not saying what, where, how or by who)

Well good christ, you can at least give us one of those.

TristanHuwJones · 12-13-2011, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

Well good christ, you can at least give us one of those.

No, because it really is shockingly obvious. I'm GENUINELY surprised nobody has pointed it out with everything going on.

*Andrew NDB* · 12-14-2011, 12:32 AM

Was it you? "The whole mask thing is going to make complete sense, regardless of where you stand on the issue."

That almost sounds like... it'll be a non-issue.

TristanHuwJones · 12-14-2011, 01:17 AM

Nah, it's in regards to certain arguments earlier and things that were pointed out. There was one thing in particular that was brought up AGES ago that hasn't been brought up since, and I'm very surprised it hasn't.

*ToTheNines* · 12-14-2011, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by TristanHuwJones

Nah, it's in regards to certain arguments earlier and things that were pointed out. There was one thing in particular that was brought up AGES ago that hasn't been brought up since, and I'm very surprised it hasn't.

IDW's killing policy?

*Andrew NDB* · 12-14-2011, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by TristanHuwJones

Nah, it's in regards to certain arguments earlier and things that were pointed out. There was one thing in particular that was brought up AGES ago that hasn't been brought up since, and I'm very surprised it hasn't.

What Kevin said in the back of the ashcan about the Turtles waking up as humans?

I've brought that up twice and everyone seems to ignore it.

*Master Splinter* · 12-14-2011, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

What Kevin said in the back of the ashcan about the Turtles waking up as humans?

I've brought that up twice and everyone seems to ignore it.

Here is what was said in case anyone missed it...

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Question: What can we expect out of the first story arc?

Kevin: Yes, we wouldn't want to tell them stuff like the part at the end where they wake up as humans trapped on an alien planet and it all was just a twisted dream, right!?! Whoops... I shared too much again didn't I...?

Personally I think he is being tongue and cheek and has nothing to do with the actual story arc.

-ms

*Cowabunga Carl* · 12-14-2011, 11:17 AM

But what if there is some truth in the lie? I mean think about it, he can't say it straight "hey this is what happens" but in s twisted way he gives us a hint.

12-10-2011, 05:54 PM	#162
TristanHuwJones Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,419	I don't remember saying that... It definitely stands on its own legs... or tentacles (or both in some cases)... but it's not set in the future or past or anything like that. I think we've worked it in just after the second story arc (roughly). Things might become clearer as it goes along, but I've kind of removed any telltale signs of it fitting in specifically anywhere or referencing other events in the main continuity so far. __________________ Still alive (somehow)... tristansbones.bsky.social and instagram @ instagram.com/tristans_bones

12-13-2011, 07:37 PM	#163
Coola Yagami Overlord Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 15,682	I'm only getting the TMNT Infestation issues for the hell of it.. I assume any story elements I might miss by not buying the other issues in which they might cameo might be explained somehow. But I still find it stupid to make a crossover with them so quickly when they are still basically in their first/second story arc. It's like making Superman meet Batman and help him fight Giganta on Wonder Woman's island right after Batman # 5. They weren't exactly metting Archie right off the bat ya know... __________________ "I was down with TMNT once, but then they changed what TMNT was. Now what I was down with is no longer TMNT and what TMNT now is seems weird and scary. And it'll happen to YOU." Check out my blog for Comic Reviews and other things. https://markepicblogofrandomness.blogspot.com/ I also started The AEW Crew, the All Elite Wrestling Fan Club! https://www.facebook.com/groups/637508120044168/

12-13-2011, 11:03 PM	#170
Andrew NDB Weed Whacker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 34,400	I do want to say this... I know I'm very guilty of perpetrating this myself (however unwittingly, but the issue in question is one I do have strong opinions about), but I feel that Tristan Jones and his Infestation 2 mini have become victims, perhaps even scapegoat of the "rainbow bandanna or not" debate. It is unfortunate and no fault of Tristan's that the first revelations to this end stemmed from this material... it's just the way things shook out, be it those promo pics or the artist saying too much on DeviantArt. Whatever comes of the rainbow bandannas when the dust settles, none of these things should be held against what Tristan has been writing, which I know -- even if I hate it (disclaimer: I don't think I will hate it) -- is nothing less than a labor of love by him. I can't say I agree with him on all things TMNT, but dude has held an amazing passion for TMNT since day one and his Tales of the TMNT V2 issues -- easily among the highlights of the whole volume -- certainly show it on every page. I've interviewed him when I still ran a TMNT site. I've bought the man a drink before and cheersed. He's a Mirage alumni, and I don't think it sounds too lame to say I feel damn proud to see him move onto work on the boys in green at IDW. So yes, I'm eagerly awaiting to see what he's got in store for us at IDW in this and anything else. And so should you. __________________ [ ODYSSEY \| ORIGIN \| THE IMAGE/VOL. 3 CONCLUSION \| THE SHELLSHOCKED PODCAST \| ON FACEBOOK ]

12-14-2011, 12:32 AM	#175
Andrew NDB Weed Whacker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 34,400	Was it you? "The whole mask thing is going to make complete sense, regardless of where you stand on the issue." That almost sounds like... it'll be a non-issue. __________________ [ ODYSSEY \| ORIGIN \| THE IMAGE/VOL. 3 CONCLUSION \| THE SHELLSHOCKED PODCAST \| ON FACEBOOK ]

12-14-2011, 01:17 AM	#176
TristanHuwJones Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,419	Nah, it's in regards to certain arguments earlier and things that were pointed out. There was one thing in particular that was brought up AGES ago that hasn't been brought up since, and I'm very surprised it hasn't. __________________ Still alive (somehow)... tristansbones.bsky.social and instagram @ instagram.com/tristans_bones

12-10-2011, 10:58 AM	#161
Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	Didn't Triston say something about this story actually taking place much later in the series from when it is being released?

12-13-2011, 08:03 PM	#164
Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	If it is handled like the last crossover then they wont actually be meeting anyone. They will be in their book while the main event is taken care of in another title.

12-13-2011, 09:13 PM	#167
Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	The first Infestation just had the zombie's in everyones world but the main characters never meet. It was all handled in a separate title and basically the zombies went to the other worlds to find things to "enhance" their leader. I don't know about this new Infestation but I have a feeling it will be simular.

12-13-2011, 10:32 PM	#168
Bobby Curnow Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 1,518	Yeah, it's the same type of deal that Matches describes. Infestation TMNT is totally separate from everything else. If you read the other Infestation titles, you'll have a better idea why these monsters are everywhere, but if you don't care about that and are fine with the Turtles fighting monsters, then you can just dive right in. No need for other stuff unless you want to check it out. Oh, TMNT appear in two panels of Infestation 2 #1, just glimpses into their world.

12-13-2011, 11:17 PM	#171
Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	Andrew you put that so well. It is amazing to have Tristan doing a story again. He is one hell of a writer of our boys in green and having him back if only for two issues is a treat unto its self.

12-14-2011, 11:17 AM	#180
Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	But what if there is some truth in the lie? I mean think about it, he can't say it straight "hey this is what happens" but in s twisted way he gives us a hint.