Original Toon Season 8 Announced - Sept. 1 - Page 8

*Brodie* · 09-01-2009, 10:41 PM

Grabbed mine today, which I didn't realize was out.

I have to say I really like everything about the case design, in terms of the colors, and overall design...But I ****ing hate the weird/lame art they use for the cover.

The Green and Blue colors and graffitti styled paint splatters works really well....but the cover just blows.

I'm glad the binding that shows on my shelf looks pretty good.

*BigApple3AM* · 09-01-2009, 11:08 PM

I picked it up today as well. I think I've picked up every old toon dvd release on release day, it's the only DVDs I buy these days.

I bought mine from BestBuy for $14 because I had a gift card, but I noticed Wal-Mart had it for $10. Every little bit helps so keep that in mind if you're going out looking for it.

*oldmanwinters* · 09-01-2009, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Ectocooler

I picked it up today as well. I think I've picked up every old toon dvd release on release day, it's the only DVDs I buy these days.

I bought mine from BestBuy for $14 because I had a gift card, but I noticed Wal-Mart had it for $10. Every little bit helps so keep that in mind if you're going out looking for it.

Yeah, BestBuy seems to always charge the suggested retail. Good ol' Sam Walton Clan cutting us some slack!

*Master Splinter* · 09-04-2009, 06:37 PM

Just picked up my copy from the local Target. I was surprised there was only 1 copy left for $9.99. Plus they didn't have any TMNT toys or any of the other seasons from either show. They did have the 4 movie pack but I already got those. Why is Target slackin' over here in the STL?

*Powder* · 09-05-2009, 04:30 AM

theyre slackin in south carolina too. they had two copies one of which i nabbed, nothing but the movie four pack as you said, no toys... BS i tells yaa

Canadian Turtle · 09-06-2009, 01:10 PM

Has anyone seen this in stores? I haven't been to any walmarts as of late, but i didn't see it in HMV and I am wondering if any fellow Canadians have found it?

*Brodie* · 09-06-2009, 04:36 PM

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...t=27498&page=8

*Powder* · 09-06-2009, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Brodie

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...t=27498&page=8

he obviously saw that thread. he's not asking of its release, but rather if its been sighted in canada

Ioz · 09-07-2009, 07:44 AM

There were only two copies left at the Target I bought it at on Wednesday. I watched very few of the red sky episodes when I was younger. It is a little different, but I've enjoyed watching this season as much as the others. The H.A.V.O.C. group is pretty cool. I hope they fit in the missing episodes in the last two releases.

*TheCanadiandrome* · 09-07-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Canadian Turtle

Has anyone seen this in stores? I haven't been to any walmarts as of late, but i didn't see it in HMV and I am wondering if any fellow Canadians have found it?

yeah, same

IamtheKnight · 09-07-2009, 09:31 PM

I got mine a couple days ago and i loved every episode! I even like a new villan. the leader of H.A.V.O.C

**Jester** · 09-07-2009, 09:41 PM

I wish Shedder was in more episodes...

*Cipher* · 09-07-2009, 10:22 PM

I ordered mine from Amazon yesterday.

Looking back on the season, and having watched a few episodes by other means recently, it honestly might be my favorite after Season Seven. Every episode is relatively strong. Maybe it's just the sheer novelty of seeing continuity back in the show, Shredder and Krang being a threat, and self-doubting Turtles after sticking to the status quo for so long. But even the other villains are great. I love Beserko and H.A.V.O.C. and the Rat King's one appearance.

I think I really would've liked to see the "Red Sky" style stick around for a while longer with the revolving door of villains. I'm fine with Dregg being the main villain, but had the last two seasons been more willing to revisit past threats or introduce new one-offs, the show could've ended on a really high note.

Canadian Turtle · 09-09-2009, 11:21 AM

I have to say up until now I had never seen any Red Sky stuff other than the opening on 'retrojunk.com' and the lost episodes from the season 1 set. I had no idea they were so well done. Such a massive change from season 7 to 8. Obviously to revive the show before it went off for good. It kinda sucks that there are only 8 episodes and thats it. Was there a season 9 as well? Sorry I know that is a silly question, but its something I haven't been dwelling on a lot till now.

hudemx · 09-09-2009, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Canadian Turtle

I have to say up until now I had never seen any Red Sky stuff other than the opening on 'retrojunk.com' and the lost episodes from the season 1 set. I had no idea they were so well done. Such a massive change from season 7 to 8. Obviously to revive the show before it went off for good. It kinda sucks that there are only 8 episodes and thats it. Was there a season 9 as well? Sorry I know that is a silly question, but its something I haven't been dwelling on a lot till now.

Yeah! Season 9 had 8 Episodes and also Season 10 had 8 Episodes

*Cipher* · 09-09-2009, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Canadian Turtle

It kinda sucks that there are only 8 episodes and thats it. Was there a season 9 as well? Sorry I know that is a silly question, but its something I haven't been dwelling on a lot till now.

Yes, there are two more eight-episode seasons. After season eight, all former baddies are phased out of the show to make way for one-off monsters and the new main villain, an alien warlord named Dregg. It's still enjoyable, but as I was saying, not near as fun as seeing all the classic villains presented in a darker light.

Just check the official website, www.ninjaturtles.com, for episode summaries.

*Spitfire* · 09-09-2009, 09:57 PM

I picked it up at Target, they had many copies. I seriously wish they'd let fans do the covers for these. Seriously there's fans out there who'd do covers for free just so they wouldn't have to look at the ****** ones they make.

Anyways I like the set, I always liked these episodes.

Magneto · 09-09-2009, 10:50 PM

Picked mine up at Wal-Mart. Was actually looking for the recently released complete Plastic Man on DVD, but instead found TMNT season 8. Not a bad trade off.

*Coola Yagami* · 09-14-2009, 08:17 PM

Just bought it and saw the first 4 episodes. Pretty interesting eps, the stakes seem higher, the tone is a tad more serious and the Turtles are facing stuff like self-doubt and being arrested.

I do wish they could have done something about the kiddy fighting. The plots are strong, and the staredowns and tough talk is awesome, but then actual fighting is still just tying them up or throwing a sai or cutting something so it will fall on the bad guys. I know toons had limits back then, but a bit of awesome spin-kicks, backflips and actual punching and kicking would have helped alot.

*ToTheNines* · 09-14-2009, 08:26 PM

I noticed more cool sword fights than usual. Nothing spectacular, but good compared to most OT battles.

09-01-2009, 10:41 PM	#141
Brodie Certified Teacher Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bizarro Metropolis Posts: 6,495	Grabbed mine today, which I didn't realize was out. I have to say I really like everything about the case design, in terms of the colors, and overall design...But I ****ing hate the weird/lame art they use for the cover. The Green and Blue colors and graffitti styled paint splatters works really well....but the cover just blows. I'm glad the binding that shows on my shelf looks pretty good. __________________ Stupendous Monster

09-04-2009, 06:37 PM	#144
Master Splinter 幸 - 愛 - 思う Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 2,824	TMNT Season 8 Just picked up my copy from the local Target. I was surprised there was only 1 copy left for $9.99. Plus they didn't have any TMNT toys or any of the other seasons from either show. They did have the 4 movie pack but I already got those. Why is Target slackin' over here in the STL? __________________

09-06-2009, 01:10 PM	#146
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	Season 8??? Has anyone seen this in stores? I haven't been to any walmarts as of late, but i didn't see it in HMV and I am wondering if any fellow Canadians have found it? __________________ The Doc: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Turtl..._type=bookmark Business: www.iproductionsonline.com

09-06-2009, 04:36 PM	#147
Brodie Certified Teacher Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bizarro Metropolis Posts: 6,495	http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...t=27498&page=8 __________________ Stupendous Monster

09-07-2009, 09:41 PM	#152
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,295	I wish Shedder was in more episodes... __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

09-01-2009, 11:08 PM	#142
BigApple3AM Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Supermarket Aisle Posts: 1,635	I picked it up today as well. I think I've picked up every old toon dvd release on release day, it's the only DVDs I buy these days. I bought mine from BestBuy for $14 because I had a gift card, but I noticed Wal-Mart had it for $10. Every little bit helps so keep that in mind if you're going out looking for it.

09-05-2009, 04:30 AM	#145
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,945	theyre slackin in south carolina too. they had two copies one of which i nabbed, nothing but the movie four pack as you said, no toys... BS i tells yaa

09-07-2009, 07:44 AM	#149
Ioz Foot Soldier Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 103	There were only two copies left at the Target I bought it at on Wednesday. I watched very few of the red sky episodes when I was younger. It is a little different, but I've enjoyed watching this season as much as the others. The H.A.V.O.C. group is pretty cool. I hope they fit in the missing episodes in the last two releases.

09-07-2009, 09:31 PM	#151
IamtheKnight Stone Warrior Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gotham City Posts: 701	I got mine a couple days ago and i loved every episode! I even like a new villan. the leader of H.A.V.O.C

09-07-2009, 10:22 PM	#153
Cipher Foot Elite Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 3,454	I ordered mine from Amazon yesterday. Looking back on the season, and having watched a few episodes by other means recently, it honestly might be my favorite after Season Seven. Every episode is relatively strong. Maybe it's just the sheer novelty of seeing continuity back in the show, Shredder and Krang being a threat, and self-doubting Turtles after sticking to the status quo for so long. But even the other villains are great. I love Beserko and H.A.V.O.C. and the Rat King's one appearance. I think I really would've liked to see the "Red Sky" style stick around for a while longer with the revolving door of villains. I'm fine with Dregg being the main villain, but had the last two seasons been more willing to revisit past threats or introduce new one-offs, the show could've ended on a really high note.

09-09-2009, 11:21 AM	#154
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	I have to say up until now I had never seen any Red Sky stuff other than the opening on 'retrojunk.com' and the lost episodes from the season 1 set. I had no idea they were so well done. Such a massive change from season 7 to 8. Obviously to revive the show before it went off for good. It kinda sucks that there are only 8 episodes and thats it. Was there a season 9 as well? Sorry I know that is a silly question, but its something I haven't been dwelling on a lot till now. __________________ The Doc: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Turtl..._type=bookmark Business: www.iproductionsonline.com

09-09-2009, 09:57 PM	#157
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	I picked it up at Target, they had many copies. I seriously wish they'd let fans do the covers for these. Seriously there's fans out there who'd do covers for free just so they wouldn't have to look at the **** ones they make. Anyways I like the set, I always liked these episodes. __________________ Check out my online portfolio** http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

09-09-2009, 10:50 PM	#158
Magneto Foot Soldier Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Marvel Universe Posts: 173	Picked mine up at Wal-Mart. Was actually looking for the recently released complete Plastic Man on DVD, but instead found TMNT season 8. Not a bad trade off. __________________

09-14-2009, 08:17 PM	#159
Coola Yagami Overlord Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 15,682	Just bought it and saw the first 4 episodes. Pretty interesting eps, the stakes seem higher, the tone is a tad more serious and the Turtles are facing stuff like self-doubt and being arrested. I do wish they could have done something about the kiddy fighting. The plots are strong, and the staredowns and tough talk is awesome, but then actual fighting is still just tying them up or throwing a sai or cutting something so it will fall on the bad guys. I know toons had limits back then, but a bit of awesome spin-kicks, backflips and actual punching and kicking would have helped alot.

09-14-2009, 08:26 PM	#160
ToTheNines Col. Stinkmeaner Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 19,208	I noticed more cool sword fights than usual. Nothing spectacular, but good compared to most OT battles.