Why do you think General Traag is making a huge comeback?

*CyberCubed* · 07-28-2012, 06:44 PM

In the IDW comics Traag has returned a part of Krang's army even though he and Granitor had their colors switched. I also believe there he only has one "a" in his name for some reason. He's also not a general so they just call him Traag.

In The Nick cartoon he returns as General Traag but now he's 17 feet tall and can spit out lava.

Why do you think General Traag is suddenly being revived in such a big way despite last being seen in 1994 before that?

*Sage Ninja* · 07-28-2012, 11:05 PM

he is a villian with untapped potenticial. I've always liked General Traag. He wasn't utilised as best as he could have in the OT. He was still cool though.

*Cowabunga Carl* · 07-29-2012, 12:03 AM

Because they are going back to the OT to revive some of the characters. It could be argued it is truly what made TMNT popular, and why wouldn't you tap into that if you are reviving the property? Besides the people who are working are people who grew up with the OT. It makes sense that they would put characters they liked into the new stuff.

Fugitoid Jones · 07-29-2012, 05:17 AM

^ Basically what they said. He was an under-utilized character from the OT/toyline that has alot of possibilities that could make for a very interesting character, not to mention the whole nostalgia aspect. I hope IDW or Nick does more with not just Traag, but all the rock soldiers.

*pannoni1* · 07-29-2012, 05:54 PM

I also hope that IDW/Nick does more with Dimension X since they are bringing that back as well, since we've only briefly explored a few areas of it so far. Include the various bases that Tragg (The Kraang must have stolen his "a", LOL) and his armies train on and have more interaction with them, not just him and a few random rock soldiers.

*ToTheNines* · 07-29-2012, 08:08 PM

Worst thread of July.

Genesis · 07-29-2012, 08:54 PM

Traag kind of comes with Krang, don't you think? I wonder why the Utroms are getting tossed by the wayside.

*CyberCubed* · 07-29-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Genesis

Traag kind of comes with Krang, don't you think? I wonder why the Utroms are getting tossed by the wayside.

We don't know if Traag is working for The Kraang in Nick's show though.

Since Nick's show lacks "The" Krang, Traag may work for himself. Although since they kept the "general" part of his name he'll likely still have his Rock Soldiers.

Genesis · 07-30-2012, 12:25 AM

Fair point, but the character seems to be a given, assuming Krang is used in whatever continuity.

*Andrew NDB* · 07-30-2012, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Why do you think General Traag is suddenly being revived in such a big way despite last being seen in 1994 before that?

At its core, nostalgia for nostalgia's sake. Which is a dangerous, double-edged sword.

That said, I think Rock Soldiers are kinda cool as a concept.

the_minimizer · 07-30-2012, 09:03 PM

General Traag was a personal favorite of mine. I agree that he's one of the most underrated characters in the Archie TMNT universe. Even with the Technodrome critically damaged, Traag's fleet was up and running and at Krang's command. (presumably)

A 17 foot Traag would eliminate the need for the Technodrome. It would take more power to open a portal that big. I wonder how someone that tall would end up on Earth.

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 07-31-2012, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by unix_based_punk

General Traag was a personal favorite of mine. I agree that he's one of the most underrated characters in the Archie TMNT universe. Even with the Technodrome critically damaged, Traag's fleet was up and running and at Krang's command. (presumably)

A 17 foot Traag would eliminate the need for the Technodrome. It would take more power to open a portal that big. I wonder how someone that tall would end up on Earth.

They seemed to have many battles with the Neutirnos around Dimension X.

*TheCanadiandrome* · 08-01-2012, 11:38 PM

I'm glad, I love the character

07-28-2012, 06:44 PM	#1
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,872	Why do you think General Traag is making a huge comeback? In the IDW comics Traag has returned a part of Krang's army even though he and Granitor had their colors switched. I also believe there he only has one "a" in his name for some reason. He's also not a general so they just call him Traag. In The Nick cartoon he returns as General Traag but now he's 17 feet tall and can spit out lava. Why do you think General Traag is suddenly being revived in such a big way despite last being seen in 1994 before that?

07-28-2012, 11:05 PM	#2
Sage Ninja Band of the Hawk Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: USA Posts: 3,926	he is a villian with untapped potenticial. I've always liked General Traag. He wasn't utilised as best as he could have in the OT. He was still cool though. __________________ Cassandra: You won't fight me, but will you fight--for him! Cassandra's Revenge ~Tangled the Series ________________________________ http://frankviola.org/2012/01/30/godsviewofawoman/ _______________________________ http://nox-artemis.tumblr.com/post/4...k-and-feminism

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Fugitoid Jones Stone Warrior Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: D'hoonib, VT Posts: 886	^ Basically what they said. He was an under-utilized character from the OT/toyline that has alot of possibilities that could make for a very interesting character, not to mention the whole nostalgia aspect. I hope IDW or Nick does more with not just Traag, but all the rock soldiers. __________________ "You are right, I have always known about man. From the evidence, I believe his wisdom must walk hand and hand with his idiocy. His emotions must rule his brain. He must be a warlike creature who gives battle to everything around him, even himself." -Dr. Zaius

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pannoni1 Foot Elite Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,447	I also hope that IDW/Nick does more with Dimension X since they are bringing that back as well, since we've only briefly explored a few areas of it so far. Include the various bases that Tragg (The Kraang must have stolen his "a", LOL) and his armies train on and have more interaction with them, not just him and a few random rock soldiers. __________________ 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!

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Genesis Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 624	Traag kind of comes with Krang, don't you think? I wonder why the Utroms are getting tossed by the wayside. __________________ "Kage-Maru embodies the ninja philosophy through his elusiveness, deception, and mobility. A single false move can lose the game, and it is this knife-edge strategy that makes Kage exciting to play and fearsome to play against."

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Cowabunga Carl Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,384	Because they are going back to the OT to revive some of the characters. It could be argued it is truly what made TMNT popular, and why wouldn't you tap into that if you are reviving the property? Besides the people who are working are people who grew up with the OT. It makes sense that they would put characters they liked into the new stuff.

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07-30-2012, 12:25 AM	#9
Genesis Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 624	Fair point, but the character seems to be a given, assuming Krang is used in whatever continuity. __________________ "Kage-Maru embodies the ninja philosophy through his elusiveness, deception, and mobility. A single false move can lose the game, and it is this knife-edge strategy that makes Kage exciting to play and fearsome to play against."

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the_minimizer Foot Soldier Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 230	General Traag was a personal favorite of mine. I agree that he's one of the most underrated characters in the Archie TMNT universe. Even with the Technodrome critically damaged, Traag's fleet was up and running and at Krang's command. (presumably) A 17 foot Traag would eliminate the need for the Technodrome. It would take more power to open a portal that big. I wonder how someone that tall would end up on Earth.

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