Official Ep Discussion #14 "New Girl in Town" - Page 2

Kevin G · 02-01-2013, 06:01 PM

God I love Snakeweed. There is just something about that fart noise making plant mutant that makes me get goosebumps whenever he appears.

I not only love Karai's design, but Kelly Hu did a phenomenal job voicing her. I actually didn't want this episode to end. I can't wait to see Karai appear again. Very well written, well acted episode. Am I the only one who after seeing this episode wanitng a Karai action figure ? I guess I have shell out (no pun intended) $80 + for the figure based on the 2003 series (a complete figure with the accessories).

TheCollector · 02-01-2013, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin G

I not only love Karai's design, but Kelly Hu did a phenomenal job voicing her. I actually didn't want this episode to end. I can't wait to see Karai appear again. Very well written, well acted episode. Am I the only one who after seeing this episode wanitng a Karai action figure ? I guess I have shell out (no pun intended) $80 + for the figure based on the 2003 series (a complete figure with the accessories).

I'm sure they'll make a figure of the new Karai. Wait awhile before you go spending 80 dollars on that old sub par figure.

Anyway, it's her in the shredder armor, that was personally for me a low point in her character story.

*Donatello19* · 02-01-2013, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCollector

Anyway, it's her in the shredder armor, that was personally for me a low point in her character story.

Are you talking about her new character design or the old figure?

*oldmanwinters* · 02-01-2013, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCollector

I'm sure they'll make a figure of the new Karai. Wait awhile before you go spending 80 dollars on that old sub par figure.

Anyway, it's her in the shredder armor, that was personally for me a low point in her character story.

Woah, that old Karai figure with the transparent armor really goes for that much?

TheCollector · 02-01-2013, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Donatello19

Are you talking about her new character design or the old figure?

TMNT 2k3 Karai figure. It's of when she became the Lady Shredder. There might be one of her normally, but I haven't seen it.

Personally I found that whole Lady Shredder story arc to be a real crap point in Karai's story.

TheCollector · 02-01-2013, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by oldmanwinters

Woah, that old Karai figure with the transparent armor really goes for that much?

Nah, on Amazon it goes for 49. Still alot though. But like I said, if you want a Karai figure, story wise that's a poor one to go for.

*Donatello19* · 02-01-2013, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCollector

TMNT 2k3 Karai figure. It's of when she became the Lady Shredder. There might be one of her normally, but I haven't seen it.

Personally I found that whole Lady Shredder story arc to be a real crap point in Karai's story.

This one, right?

Spoiler:

(I'm not too familiar with the 2k3 line).

TheCollector · 02-01-2013, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Donatello19

This one, right?

Spoiler:

(I'm not too familiar with the 2k3 line).

That's the one.

*Donatello19* · 02-01-2013, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCollector

That's the one.

Ah, okay.

Anyway, I really like the new version of Karai so far.

*Donnie* · 02-01-2013, 06:26 PM

Ammmmmazing episode.

*MikeandRaph87* · 02-01-2013, 06:53 PM

Wait...I thought that the Karai episode was supposed to air on Saturday morning and that the Rat King episode was the only prime time one before resuming Saturrday new episodes.

*Storm Eagle* · 02-01-2013, 06:57 PM

I have my cable box's DVR programmed to record new episodes of my shows, and it failed to record this too, despite the cable box's TV grid stating that tonight's episode would be new tonight. I was actually home to watch it too. Ugh.

Irishmile · 02-01-2013, 06:59 PM

Im not really sure what to say about this episode that has not already been said in this thread... It was a great episode.

Do you think Snakeweed's itty bits will wiggle their way back together.. or do you think his "heart" is like a seed and will plant itself and grow into a new Snakeweed body?

I think the heart seed thing would be cool.. but that is pure speculation on my part.

*Zulithe* · 02-01-2013, 07:02 PM

I have been a big fan of the show since day one, heck, since the very first "mutation in progress" teaser video... there have been strong eps and so-so eps... but this is the first ep I have to say is nearly perfect! 9.5/10. Only reason I don't just give it a ten is because after seeing this episode I sense so much more potential from this show than before, I know it can get even BETTER. now to rewatch it again before bed

some highlights for me:

* karai, perfect blend of badassery, mystery, sexyness, entire package all bundled into one

* karai/leo rivalry/relationship -- wow

Leo is already falling HARD... and now he has her sword

can't wait to see what happens next with them.
* dual plotlines... hard to pull off in a 22min show but they balanced it PERFECTLY
* snakeweed's return! he shows up right at the beginning of the ep like out of NOWHERE. reminds me of The Dark Knight when batman is chasing down scarecrow right at the start... really gives you a sense of things happening in-between episodes, makes the universe feel more real and believable. great.
* raph trying to lead, then realizing leo is indeed the perfect leader for the group. love how he very hastily welcomes leo back near the end before the snakeweed fight. hahaha, so pitch perfect
* raph's finishing move against snakeweed... WOW, will go down in history as one of the best battle shots ever in a TMNT ep I'm sure
*april/leo talking out his "girl probs" -- april is such a good friend

* way more, I need to absorb it all first

so much to enjoy!

Already seeing the action figure lust setting in in this thread. Big mistake on Playmates part to not have a Karai figure for the early Spring/Summer 2013 wave. Would have been a great seller.

*MikeandRaph87* · 02-01-2013, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Storm Eagle

I have my cable box's DVR programmed to record new episodes of my shows, and it failed to record this too, despite the cable box's TV grid stating that tonight's episode would be new tonight. I was actually home to watch it too. Ugh.

I just walked in my house. I missed it but found the DVR had it recorded and I had no idea it aired tonight. This is one time I perfer the CVR over the classic VCR! It recorded an airring I did not know about!

*CyberCubed* · 02-01-2013, 07:07 PM

I thought the Leatherhead and Rat Kings episodes were better, but this was a nice intro for Karai.

I guess the writers felt Karai couldn't hold the episode herself, hence the Snakeweed B-plot. Is it because she's not a mutant that they think kids won't be interested?

So as expected, Karai called Shredder, "father." I guess the cartoons will forever make Karai related to Shredder. (And I realize she could be Miwa)

*Raph's Girl* · 02-01-2013, 07:09 PM

This was an interesting episode. It kinda reminded me of the OT episode that introduced Lotus Blossom.

And hey! We see the sword of the guy a certain Samurai rabbit was named after!

Wonder if that's gonna be part of a plot point later on?

Like everyone else I too was surprised to see Snakeweed show up. And he was making fertilizer out of humans?? Eww....

*Donatello19* · 02-01-2013, 07:10 PM

Did anyone else catch Raph saying "Booyakasha" for the first time?

*CyberCubed* · 02-01-2013, 07:11 PM

Am I the only one who wished Snakeweed stayed dead? I like the character, but it would have been cool to see the Turtles actually "kill" one of their enemies.

*Raph's Girl* · 02-01-2013, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Donatello19

Did anyone else catch Raph saying "Booyakasha" for the first time?

Yep... and oddly it sounded natural for him.

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02-01-2013, 06:53 PM	#31
MikeandRaph87 Jedi Master Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: JLA Satellite Headquarters Posts: 11,186	Wait...I thought that the Karai episode was supposed to air on Saturday morning and that the Rat King episode was the only prime time one before resuming Saturrday new episodes. __________________ Michelangelo: This looks like a job for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Raphael: Sheesh, Mikey this ain't a cartoon!

02-01-2013, 06:59 PM	#33
Irishmile Hench Mutant Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 331	Im not really sure what to say about this episode that has not already been said in this thread... It was a great episode. Do you think Snakeweed's itty bits will wiggle their way back together.. or do you think his "heart" is like a seed and will plant itself and grow into a new Snakeweed body? I think the heart seed thing would be cool.. but that is pure speculation on my part. __________________

02-01-2013, 07:02 PM	#34
Zulithe Ninjutsu Master Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,418	I have been a big fan of the show since day one, heck, since the very first "mutation in progress" teaser video... there have been strong eps and so-so eps... but this is the first ep I have to say is nearly perfect! 9.5/10. Only reason I don't just give it a ten is because after seeing this episode I sense so much more potential from this show than before, I know it can get even BETTER. now to rewatch it again before bed some highlights for me: * karai, perfect blend of badassery, mystery, sexyness, entire package all bundled into one * karai/leo rivalry/relationship -- wow Leo is already falling HARD... and now he has her sword can't wait to see what happens next with them. * dual plotlines... hard to pull off in a 22min show but they balanced it PERFECTLY * snakeweed's return! he shows up right at the beginning of the ep like out of NOWHERE. reminds me of The Dark Knight when batman is chasing down scarecrow right at the start... really gives you a sense of things happening in-between episodes, makes the universe feel more real and believable. great. * raph trying to lead, then realizing leo is indeed the perfect leader for the group. love how he very hastily welcomes leo back near the end before the snakeweed fight. hahaha, so pitch perfect * raph's finishing move against snakeweed... WOW, will go down in history as one of the best battle shots ever in a TMNT ep I'm sure april/leo talking out his "girl probs" -- april is such a good friend way more, I need to absorb it all first so much to enjoy! Already seeing the action figure lust setting in in this thread. Big mistake on Playmates part to not have a Karai figure for the early Spring/Summer 2013 wave. Would have been a great seller. Last edited by Zulithe; 02-01-2013 at 07:10 PM.

02-01-2013, 07:09 PM	#37
Raph's Girl Dierna Soul, Reporter Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jakku Posts: 10,831	This was an interesting episode. It kinda reminded me of the OT episode that introduced Lotus Blossom. And hey! We see the sword of the guy a certain Samurai rabbit was named after! Wonder if that's gonna be part of a plot point later on? Like everyone else I too was surprised to see Snakeweed show up. And he was making fertilizer out of humans?? Eww.... __________________

02-01-2013, 06:01 PM	#21
Kevin G Hench Mutant Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 417	God I love Snakeweed. There is just something about that fart noise making plant mutant that makes me get goosebumps whenever he appears. I not only love Karai's design, but Kelly Hu did a phenomenal job voicing her. I actually didn't want this episode to end. I can't wait to see Karai appear again. Very well written, well acted episode. Am I the only one who after seeing this episode wanitng a Karai action figure ? I guess I have shell out (no pun intended) $80 + for the figure based on the 2003 series (a complete figure with the accessories).

02-01-2013, 06:26 PM	#30
Donnie Something from the Past Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York Posts: 3,256	Ammmmmazing episode.

02-01-2013, 06:57 PM	#32
Storm Eagle Saved by Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York Posts: 3,384	I have my cable box's DVR programmed to record new episodes of my shows, and it failed to record this too, despite the cable box's TV grid stating that tonight's episode would be new tonight. I was actually home to watch it too. Ugh.

02-01-2013, 07:07 PM	#36
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,704	I thought the Leatherhead and Rat Kings episodes were better, but this was a nice intro for Karai. I guess the writers felt Karai couldn't hold the episode herself, hence the Snakeweed B-plot. Is it because she's not a mutant that they think kids won't be interested? So as expected, Karai called Shredder, "father." I guess the cartoons will forever make Karai related to Shredder. (And I realize she could be Miwa)

02-01-2013, 07:10 PM	#38
Donatello19 Merchandise Maniac Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: New York Posts: 5,919	Did anyone else catch Raph saying "Booyakasha" for the first time?

02-01-2013, 07:11 PM	#39
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,704	Am I the only one who wished Snakeweed stayed dead? I like the character, but it would have been cool to see the Turtles actually "kill" one of their enemies.