Official Episode Discussion S4 Ep 5: Riddle of the Ancient Aeons - Page 2

*ToTheNines* · 01-10-2016, 09:58 AM

I just checked and Brandon Auman was the writer. Dude is so hit-or-miss.

The Happy One · 01-10-2016, 10:02 AM

That episode was pretty good and probably the best out of all that we had so far.
I think, though, out of everything in this episode April was my favorite. I'm really loving her character these days and she's gaining a lot more- for a lack of better word- personality. I just really enjoyed watching her this episode.

And Casey? I just learned to live with it.

He could be better....they just need to take it down a few ten or twelve notches on the who 'I'm dumb' trope.

Man, poor Leo

Misses his Daddy...
But the mini fight/hug between him and Raph was nice to see- though I think it happened a bit too fast. I liked that the planet brought out they're deeper thoughts- things they hardly ever voice. That was a great touch.

And Mikey...darn, for a minute I thought he was a goner! But good for the kid to stick up for himself, even if it was just the rage talking.

Hah, I did get a crack out of Don and Casey's little 'whose gap is bigger' argument

I was trying not to laugh but..hey, it was a little funny...

And Don...man, he was thrown around a lot in this ep

And, as usual, Fugitoid was such a treat!

Also really interested in that stone April took with her...Hmm...
Overall, great episode- a few bugs here and there- but nonetheless one of the best!

OrangeNinja1987 · 01-10-2016, 10:09 AM

I missed the beginning of the episode, up until Mikey's helmet cracks open. What happens before then?

Anyway, for what I saw I thought it was okay. I don't remember laughing or finding much interesting. The two events that stood out were Leo hugging Raph and Fugitoid completely killing someone.
Seriously, who else is shocked that having a hero completely obliterate someone, and then turning it into a joke, got past the radar? Even if it was a nameless character (I think), that's still...just...wow. Most deaths so far in this series have been very serious and are usually the villains fault.
It's not a big deal, but this episode offered me so little to get excited about.
Also the turtles fighting against the demons reminded me of their very first fight in the series, when they kept getting into each other's way and couldn't work as a team. Have their abilities degraded that much?
Also, why does April only shoot things? She is a kunoichi, isn't she?
I do like the idea of a planet twisting their minds, but it was so glossed over and rushed.
5.5/10

*Vicky82* · 01-10-2016, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by OrangeNinja1987

I missed the beginning of the episode, up until Mikey's helmet cracks open. What happens before then?

Anyway, for what I saw I thought it was okay. I don't remember laughing or finding much interesting. The two events that stood out were Leo hugging Raph and Fugitoid completely killing someone.
Seriously, who else is shocked that having a hero completely obliterate someone, and then turning it into a joke, got past the radar? Even if it was a nameless character (I think), that's still...just...wow. Most deaths so far in this series have been very serious and are usually the villains fault.
It's not a big deal, but this episode offered me so little to get excited about.
Also the turtles fighting against the demons reminded me of their very first fight in the series, when they kept getting into each other's way and couldn't work as a team. Have their abilities degraded that much?
Also, why does April only shoot things? She is a kunoichi, isn't she?
I do like the idea of a planet twisting their minds, but it was so glossed over and rushed.
5.5/10

Maybe you should watch the whole episode before you rate it.

The reason the turtles were fighting the Demon Bats that way (getting in there way, couldn't work as a team) because the anger (caused by the evil planet) was taking over there minds and making them unfocused.

*Vicky82* · 01-10-2016, 10:23 AM

http://uk.ign.com/articles/2016/01/1...t-aeons-review

IGN Review is up 8.0

The Happy One · 01-10-2016, 10:24 AM

Yeah, dude, definitely watch the beginning and you'll understand it a bit better.

As for April using blasters and not her kunoichi skills...well we must remember that she is basically at only but level 2 of all things ninjutsu so...
I mean, she's not a bad fighter but she ain't an A+ fighter either so it's probably best to either rely on her developing powers or a blaster...Good observation, though.

*oldmanwinters* · 01-10-2016, 10:26 AM

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God I hope we see demon april or corupted april in this. Would be pretty cool.

It was interesting that April (along with Fugitoid) were the only two members of the team seemingly uncorrupted by the planet's effect. So that added extra weight at the end when Donny said "anyone can be corrupted by power" as April stares wistfully into the glowing Soul Star fragment.

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A nicely done episode with a great ending! Some of the plot reminded me a bit of the Eye of Zarnath arc from the OT, but it was a good way to pick up after a break. Also, seeing Splinter in a dream at the start of the episode is a good way to show how he might return later on.

Show Grade: 8/10

Yeah, I was reminded of another moment from the OT 2nd Season. The bit where the Turtles turn on each other was very reminiscent of "Splinter No More" where they are under the influence of Shredder's device. And April has to call their attention to the fact they are being controlled.

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Originally Posted by ToTheNines

Who wrote this one? It was funny and all, but the end felt like a crappy video game with all boring exposition. And so rushed in the final scene!

Really loved Fugitoid again. His whole bit threatening to spank everyone had me laughing out loud.

Brandon Auman.

*TigerClaw* · 01-10-2016, 10:35 AM

Did everyone noticed when

Spoiler:

What's up with that?

*Vicky82* · 01-10-2016, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by TigerClaw

Did everyone noticed when

Spoiler:

What's up with that?

It wasn't Mikey who set the booby trap off, it was Casey.

I have to watch it again but I expect Fugitoid just popped it back in off screen.

*IndigoErth* · 01-10-2016, 10:42 AM

And the "planet of angry feels" doesn't affect the humans why exactly?

Maybe it affected Casey, but he's kind of like that normally anyhow... though I guess he is the new Mikey with touching stuff. But good on him for just accepting responsibility for doing it and not throwing an attitude.

The monsters turning into the aliens was pretty predictable early on, but not in a bad way. More the way that gets the anticipation going and ending with an "I knew it!"

Oh god, but the Leo-Raph hug... Dammit Nick and your ability to make a person tear up a touch over a half hour action-oriented cartoon. You guys are good. Raph saying what he did though... just that one line alone felt like a jump in progress between characters with the whole conflict between him and Leo and Leo's closeness with Splinter.

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Originally Posted by TigerClaw

Did everyone noticed when

Spoiler:

What's up with that?

Didn't catch that. Enough going on after it I forgot about that piece. But it was cut off with a saw, so...cartoon magic I guess?

Although the way it was done made me laugh. "What's this do?" *arm taken off* "It does that."

*oldmanwinters* · 01-10-2016, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

Oh god, but the Leo-Raph hug... Dammit Nick and your ability to make a person tear up a touch over a half hour action-oriented cartoon. You guys are good. Raph saying what he did though... just that one line alone felt like a jump in progress between characters with the whole conflict between him and Leo and Leo's closeness with Splinter.

Oh, yeah, that was such a nice moment. Good tonal callback to the last episode of Season 2 when Mikey jumps to embrace Raph who's furious over losing Splinter.

evan2000 · 01-10-2016, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TigerClaw

Did everyone noticed when

Spoiler:

What's up with that?

I guess it's a usual gag that a robot/cyborg could easily lose its arm an reattach just as easily, much like C-3PO in numerous occasions.

But yeah they could at least show someone help him reattach his arm or something. Maybe it got cut to save time

BTW, you don't have to use a spoiler tag anymore, the episode has aired.

*Vicky82* · 01-10-2016, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

And the "planet of angry feels" doesn't affect the humans why exactly?

Maybe it affected Casey, but he's kind of like that normally anyhow... though I guess he is the new Mikey with touching stuff. But good on him for just accepting responsibility for doing it and not throwing an attitude.

The monsters turning into the aliens was pretty predictable early on, but not in a bad way. More the way that gets the anticipation going and ending with an "I knew it!"

Oh god, but the Leo-Raph hug... Dammit Nick and your ability to make a person tear up a touch over a half hour action-oriented cartoon. You guys are good. Raph saying what he did though... just that one line alone felt like a jump in progress between characters with the whole conflict between him and Leo and Leo's closeness with Splinter.

It did affect Casey. I guess it didn't affect April because she's half human half Kraang with psychic abilities.

I loved the hug and Leo saying 'I love you Raph' was adorable.

*IndigoErth* · 01-10-2016, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Vicky82

I guess it didn't affect April because she's half human half Kraang with psychic abilities.

Possible.

Or, was thinking while watching, for women it simply feels like "the planet of PMS" and, well, nothing new there so she handles it.

Although that place would be pretty convenient to point out at a later date. "Remember that planet?? I feel like that, so leave me alone!"

The Happy One · 01-10-2016, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

Possible.

Or, was thinking while watching, for women it simply feels like "the planet of PMS" and, well, nothing new there so she handles it.

Although that place would be pretty convenient to point out at a later date. "Remember that planet?? I feel like that, so leave me alone!"

Never thought if it that way!

*oldmanwinters* · 01-10-2016, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

Possible.

Or, was thinking while watching, for women it simply feels like "the planet of PMS" and, well, nothing new there so she handles it.

Although that place would be pretty convenient to point out at a later date. "Remember that planet?? I feel like that, so leave me alone!"

*ranger_scout* · 01-10-2016, 12:14 PM

Today's episode was solid. I really haven't enjoyed the plots for season four, but I liked this one. I wonder if

Spoiler:

That line Donnie said at the end could be foreshadowing that.

*Foombamaroom* · 01-10-2016, 12:37 PM

:/
Still kinda disappointed with this season.
Yes, this episode was the best, and it's still early on, but I was hoping for a series of arcs that were connected, not just 'planet of the week'. They keep taking a step back from the emotional moments. That Raph/Leo scene should've been bigger than what it was.

Best thing about this episode is when Fugitoid was gonna pimp slap someone. Jesus, that had me rolling.

*IndigoErth* · 01-10-2016, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ranger_scout

Today's episode was solid. I really haven't enjoyed the plots for season four, but I liked this one. I wonder if

Spoiler:

That line Donnie said at the end could be foreshadowing that.

Yeah, was thinking likewise.

matteso586 · 01-10-2016, 12:53 PM

1) Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks that April's psychic powers is what's protecting her from the planet's corruption. And I understand why Fugitoid is not affected

2) Isn't it weird that the Triceratons somehow know where the fragments are?

3) It seems that Bishop's design comes with the tuxedo's too. Just look at the flashback.

4) Let's not assume the worst, and assume that the thing April was given will get the gang out of a dire situation later. Or it would help her with the whole missing mother thing.

View Poll Results: Riddle of the Ancient Aeons
Leo hugging Raph, now we need Donnie to hug Raph next.	12	19.05%
Fugitoid murdering a Triceraton	17	26.98%
Donnie and Casey having a gap tooth arguement	5	7.94%
"Don’t make me smack you! You see this? This is my smacking hand!	27	42.86%
Yikes!!! Raph could of killed Mikey	2	3.17%
Voters: 63. You may not vote on this poll

01-10-2016, 10:09 AM	#23
OrangeNinja1987 Foot Soldier Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 223	I missed the beginning of the episode, up until Mikey's helmet cracks open. What happens before then? Anyway, for what I saw I thought it was okay. I don't remember laughing or finding much interesting. The two events that stood out were Leo hugging Raph and Fugitoid completely killing someone. Seriously, who else is shocked that having a hero completely obliterate someone, and then turning it into a joke, got past the radar? Even if it was a nameless character (I think), that's still...just...wow. Most deaths so far in this series have been very serious and are usually the villains fault. It's not a big deal, but this episode offered me so little to get excited about. Also the turtles fighting against the demons reminded me of their very first fight in the series, when they kept getting into each other's way and couldn't work as a team. Have their abilities degraded that much? Also, why does April only shoot things? She is a kunoichi, isn't she? I do like the idea of a planet twisting their minds, but it was so glossed over and rushed. 5.5/10 __________________ DON: We've got to find that bomb! And we've only got eight minutes to do it! RAPH: Excuse me; is that including the commercial break? - 1987 For TMNT art and more, check out OrangeNinja1987 on Deviantart! http://orangeninja1987.deviantart.com/ To help with a current TMNT project: http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=53441 Proud fan of the TMNT 2014 movie

01-10-2016, 10:23 AM	#25
Vicky82 Emperor Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dunstable, UK Posts: 5,775	http://uk.ign.com/articles/2016/01/1...t-aeons-review IGN Review is up 8.0 __________________ My heart!!!! One of my favourite moments.

01-10-2016, 10:35 AM	#28
TigerClaw Mutant Tiger Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hialeah, Florida, USA Posts: 13,820	Did everyone noticed when Spoiler: The Fugitoid loses his arm when Mikey sets off a booby track, then in the next scene the Fugitoid had his arm back on? What's up with that? __________________

01-10-2016, 12:14 PM	#37
ranger_scout Foot Elite Join Date: May 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 3,055	Today's episode was solid. I really haven't enjoyed the plots for season four, but I liked this one. I wonder if Spoiler: April might get too overprotective and obsessed with the power of that crystal the good aliens gave her. That line Donnie said at the end could be foreshadowing that.

01-10-2016, 09:58 AM	#21
ToTheNines [sic] Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 15,098	I just checked and Brandon Auman was the writer. Dude is so hit-or-miss.

01-10-2016, 10:02 AM	#22
The Happy One Hench Mutant Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: The...Earth?? Posts: 299	That episode was pretty good and probably the best out of all that we had so far. I think, though, out of everything in this episode April was my favorite. I'm really loving her character these days and she's gaining a lot more- for a lack of better word- personality. I just really enjoyed watching her this episode. And Casey? I just learned to live with it. He could be better....they just need to take it down a few ten or twelve notches on the who 'I'm dumb' trope. Man, poor Leo Misses his Daddy... But the mini fight/hug between him and Raph was nice to see- though I think it happened a bit too fast. I liked that the planet brought out they're deeper thoughts- things they hardly ever voice. That was a great touch. And Mikey...darn, for a minute I thought he was a goner! But good for the kid to stick up for himself, even if it was just the rage talking. Hah, I did get a crack out of Don and Casey's little 'whose gap is bigger' argument I was trying not to laugh but..hey, it was a little funny... And Don...man, he was thrown around a lot in this ep And, as usual, Fugitoid was such a treat! Also really interested in that stone April took with her...Hmm... Overall, great episode- a few bugs here and there- but nonetheless one of the best!

01-10-2016, 10:24 AM	#26
The Happy One Hench Mutant Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: The...Earth?? Posts: 299	Yeah, dude, definitely watch the beginning and you'll understand it a bit better. As for April using blasters and not her kunoichi skills...well we must remember that she is basically at only but level 2 of all things ninjutsu so... I mean, she's not a bad fighter but she ain't an A+ fighter either so it's probably best to either rely on her developing powers or a blaster...Good observation, though.

01-10-2016, 12:37 PM	#38
Foombamaroom Lord of Cinder Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 1,646	:/ Still kinda disappointed with this season. Yes, this episode was the best, and it's still early on, but I was hoping for a series of arcs that were connected, not just 'planet of the week'. They keep taking a step back from the emotional moments. That Raph/Leo scene should've been bigger than what it was. Best thing about this episode is when Fugitoid was gonna pimp slap someone. Jesus, that had me rolling.

01-10-2016, 12:53 PM	#40
matteso586 Stone Warrior Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 712	1) Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks that April's psychic powers is what's protecting her from the planet's corruption. And I understand why Fugitoid is not affected 2) Isn't it weird that the Triceratons somehow know where the fragments are? 3) It seems that Bishop's design comes with the tuxedo's too. Just look at the flashback. 4) Let's not assume the worst, and assume that the thing April was given will get the gang out of a dire situation later. Or it would help her with the whole missing mother thing.