The Turtles Bandanna Colors

*Sage Ninja* · 07-29-2005, 12:13 AM

When the TMNT was turned over into a cartoon in 1987 the animators decided to give the turtles mutli colored bandanna's instead of them having all red like they where in the mirage comics.

I find this interesting because they gave the turtles colored bandanna's that kind of fit their personallity.

Like Leonardo was given a blue for his banndana and wrist and knee pads, and I feel it suits his serious dicipligned, and responciable personality.

Raphael red because of his sarcastic nature and razor sharp personallty

Donatello purple because...well he's Donatello and he's unconvetional.

Michalegelo orange because well its a brite flamboyant color that sticks out.

How do you think the turtles colors fit their personallties?

Discuss

*damnhooligan* · 07-29-2005, 12:34 AM

I'm fairly certain there's a reasoning behind why each turtle has what colour, but damned if I'mma take a stab at it. Primarily because the emotions and attributes assigned to each colour seem pretty arbitrary and vary from culture to culture.

In China, red means good luck whereas in modern western culture it has a far darker, more violent and sultry meaning behind it. Red is the colour of blood. Its also the colour of a harlot's lipstick, etc.

Westerners tend to view purple as a royal, distinguished and sorrowful color, but recently there's the association with gay, lesbians and transsexuals. To many Christians, its a colour that inspires thoughts of spirituality and religion. The list goes on.

And seeing as I'm a cultureless nomad, I don't know what to make of it. I just smile, nod, and know that I like red a lot. And I don't know why.

NeoBix · 07-29-2005, 12:45 AM

ya there was a thread about this a LOOOOOONG time ago on here lol... but I'll indulge you:

Raphael: Red because he's bloodthirsty, evil, psychotic, and a berzerker fighter.

Leonardo: Blue because he stands for justice, honor, truth, peace, and strength.

Donatello: Purple because purple is the color of royalty, and Donatello is the most intelligent and most educated turtle out of all 4 of them. Many centuries ago, kings, queens, princesses, and princes and basically all other royalty were the only ones who were truly educated, because they had the money to afford it, and they often wore the color purple (purple gowns, cloaks, scarfs, etc.) to distinguish themselves and their dignity from the commonfolk. Thus, purple became the color of royalty. Also, the alcoholic beverage, Crown Royal, has those velvety purple bags.

Some people would argue that Donatello wears purple because he is the only homosexual ninja turtle, but I personally don't think that Donatello is gay. But like Sage Ninja said, he is purple because he is unconventional, so he might at least be bisexual, but maybe not full-blown gay.

Michaelaneglo: Orange because he is wild and crazy and THE PARTY DUDE in the gang! Orange is a lively, vibrant color, and it represents Mikey's attitude and his surfer-boy mentality.

*Sewer Bull* · 07-29-2005, 12:50 AM

[QUOTE=Sage Ninja]
How do you think the turtles colors fit their personallties?

[QUOTE]

And Benvenuto's white symbolizes brightness, purity, virtue, and innocence...

... Ben, the Undisputed Virtual Fighter of Sewers

NeoBix · 07-29-2005, 12:53 AM

Of course Robweiller! Good call! lol, how could I forget about everyone's favorite 5th turtle??? Sorry Benny

starry · 07-29-2005, 01:21 AM

D'you think Mikey's orange bandana could easily be interchangable with yellow? They're both bright, cheerful colors...I don't see any particular reason why orange might've been chosen. Maybe 'cause April was already dressed in yellow?

It's weird imagining him in a yellow bandana though. o_O

*Mecha Cow* · 07-29-2005, 04:50 AM

I doubt there was any specific reason behind it. They probably just picked some colors that looked good.

*Coola Yagami* · 07-29-2005, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by starry

D'you think Mikey's orange bandana could easily be interchangable with yellow? They're both bright, cheerful colors...I don't see any particular reason why orange might've been chosen. Maybe 'cause April was already dressed in yellow?

It's weird imagining him in a yellow bandana though. o_O

Mikey's bandana was yellow in the first 5 eps of the original series....

*Buslady* · 07-29-2005, 06:36 AM

Red is the color of passion, Raph is passionate and I don't mean that sexually..he's passionate about everything, highly emotional, angry...Red fits him well.

Blue for Leo's leadership.
Purple is royaly, blue is as well. Purple is cool and calm Like Don.
Orange is bright and obnoxious like Mike

Leonardo_ · 07-29-2005, 07:51 AM

I think they only picked out the typical best liked colors: red, blue, yellow and green, but their skin is already green so they made it to a purple

*Weapon X* · 07-29-2005, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Mecha Cow

I doubt there was any specific reason behind it. They probably just picked some colors that looked good.

It's my guess that they gave them different ones so kids could tell them apart more easily, plus they probably thought little kids wouldn't enjoy it as much with them all being the same color.

As for a reason for what color went to what turtle has been pretty much justified, the reasons stated make sence.

*KROW* · 07-29-2005, 08:09 AM

I agree with Mecha and X. There really was no profound meaning behind the colors, but rather a way to tell them apart and still find hues that look good with green.

*XERO* · 07-29-2005, 02:55 PM

I agree. Even though we are a team, we are still individuals, and our colors represent our personalities.

I like white because it is the base of ALL colors, as black is the end. I think it suits me perfectly. I mean, a white T-shirt can adapt to anything, right?

My brother Raphael chooses red not only because of his anger and passion, but because it's his favorite color. And who could argue with that?

Donatello picked purple because as the intelligent one, he has to make a statement. Purple is considered royalty. And when it comes to brains, Don is the King. Don King!

Ahh, Michelangelo and the color orange. A wild color, indeed, and a happy color as well. Who is more happy and wild as old Mikey? That is the PERFECT representation for him. Yes, it was yellow in the first season of the cartoon, but he did it as a practical joke. TVs were not as advanced as they are now.

Leonardo. The color blue. Blue is a serious color, and Leo is very dedicated to this commitment of Bushido. Originally, I wanted blue, but Leo told me about what it means. I gave it a lot of thought, and decided to let him have it. It really gives him more authority over us, and that's the way it should be. I mean, can you picture Raph wearing a blue bandana? It'd have stains all over it!

So there it is:

Leonardo = Serious Blue.

Michelangelo = Wild Orange.

Donatello = Royal Purple.

Raphael = Fire Red.

And me = Basic White.

Put us together, you have a butt-kicking ninja RAINBOW!

*Weapon X* · 07-29-2005, 02:57 PM

See this guy knows his stuff.

*Sewer Bull* · 07-29-2005, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benvenuto

I like white because it is the base of ALL colors, as black is the end. I think it suits me perfectly. I mean, a white T-shirt can adapt to anything, right?

Not right. You are the base of ALL turtles?

*XERO* · 07-29-2005, 03:10 PM

No, I'm not. I was just explaining that personality-wise. I think of myself as being able to adapt to any situation and anybody, whether it's the nicest person in the world or the ruthless killer in the Foot Clan. It doesn't matter to me.

And I meant that white is a color that can go with anything and still make a good match. I'm not really sure if it is the base of ALL colors, but I do know as a scientific fact, that if you took a clear prism and shined a light through it, the end of the prism produces many colors.

I watched the Magic School Bus...

*Sewer Bull* · 07-29-2005, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benvenuto

No, I'm not. I was just explaining that personality-wise. I think of myself as being able to adapt to any situation and anybody, whether it's the nicest person in the world or the ruthless killer in the Foot Clan. It doesn't matter to me.

You mean - you have strongly developed sense of empathy?

Leonardo_ · 07-29-2005, 03:40 PM

Hmm, if it's so, then what represent MY bandana-color, Ben?? It is blue with black tips...
What do you mean?!

*XERO* · 07-29-2005, 03:42 PM

That, and I have better control of my fear.

I mean, I'm still afraid of a lot of things. But here's the tricky part: I am not afraid to admit it.

It's tough to put pressure on me. It's even more difficult for you to tick me off, because I can quickly turn it around back to you.

I basically have no weakness. I mean, I can still get my shell kicked, but if I were to perish, tomorrow, I know I lived my life to the fullest. Because I am at peace with myself and with my destiny. Nothing you do can hurt me or my family. I'd die for them in a heartbeat, with a smile on my face. No matter the circumstances.

That's what the color means to me. Not just adaption, but acceptance.

BTW, L2. Your color is the same as Leo's, since you are his female clone.

But don't stop there. Develop your OWN personality. That is what the black tips are for. You are still trying to find your true self.

07-29-2005, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KROW

I agree with Mecha and X. There really was no profound meaning behind the colors, but rather a way to tell them apart and still find hues that look good with green.

Exactly. I agree too.

Now, putting that aside, it's time to have some fun analysing this.

Blue fits Leo like a glove. Blue represents spirituality, everlasting, strength, enlightment, and boundlessness.
Leo is the sky and the never ending space.

Purple suits Donnie very well. Purple represents creativity, imagination, and dreams.
Donnie is the subconscious of the universe.

Red works well with Raph. Red represents passion, mortality, and pain.
Raph is the essence of mortal life.

Orange reflects Mikey nicely. Orange represents dynamic energy, warmth, and happiness.
Mikey is the bright, shining sun that gives light to the world.

07-29-2005, 12:13 AM	#1
Sage Ninja Band of the Hawk Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: USA Posts: 3,926	The Turtles Bandanna Colors When the TMNT was turned over into a cartoon in 1987 the animators decided to give the turtles mutli colored bandanna's instead of them having all red like they where in the mirage comics. I find this interesting because they gave the turtles colored bandanna's that kind of fit their personallity. Like Leonardo was given a blue for his banndana and wrist and knee pads, and I feel it suits his serious dicipligned, and responciable personality. Raphael red because of his sarcastic nature and razor sharp personallty Donatello purple because...well he's Donatello and he's unconvetional. Michalegelo orange because well its a brite flamboyant color that sticks out. How do you think the turtles colors fit their personallties? Discuss

07-29-2005, 12:34 AM	#2
damnhooligan Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dorksville, USA Posts: 1,745	I'm fairly certain there's a reasoning behind why each turtle has what colour, but damned if I'mma take a stab at it. Primarily because the emotions and attributes assigned to each colour seem pretty arbitrary and vary from culture to culture. In China, red means good luck whereas in modern western culture it has a far darker, more violent and sultry meaning behind it. Red is the colour of blood. Its also the colour of a harlot's lipstick, etc. Westerners tend to view purple as a royal, distinguished and sorrowful color, but recently there's the association with gay, lesbians and transsexuals. To many Christians, its a colour that inspires thoughts of spirituality and religion. The list goes on. And seeing as I'm a cultureless nomad, I don't know what to make of it. I just smile, nod, and know that I like red a lot. And I don't know why. __________________

07-29-2005, 12:45 AM	#3
NeoBix Stone Warrior Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Smacking Hamato Inya with nunchucks. Posts: 736	ya there was a thread about this a LOOOOOONG time ago on here lol... but I'll indulge you: Raphael: Red because he's bloodthirsty, evil, psychotic, and a berzerker fighter. Leonardo: Blue because he stands for justice, honor, truth, peace, and strength. Donatello: Purple because purple is the color of royalty, and Donatello is the most intelligent and most educated turtle out of all 4 of them. Many centuries ago, kings, queens, princesses, and princes and basically all other royalty were the only ones who were truly educated, because they had the money to afford it, and they often wore the color purple (purple gowns, cloaks, scarfs, etc.) to distinguish themselves and their dignity from the commonfolk. Thus, purple became the color of royalty. Also, the alcoholic beverage, Crown Royal, has those velvety purple bags. Some people would argue that Donatello wears purple because he is the only homosexual ninja turtle, but I personally don't think that Donatello is gay. But like Sage Ninja said, he is purple because he is unconventional, so he might at least be bisexual, but maybe not full-blown gay. Michaelaneglo: Orange because he is wild and crazy and THE PARTY DUDE in the gang! Orange is a lively, vibrant color, and it represents Mikey's attitude and his surfer-boy mentality. __________________ "Movies don't create psychos. Movies make psychos more creative." —Billy Loomis (Skeet Ulrich) from the movie "Scream" Last edited by NeoBix; 07-29-2005 at 12:54 AM.

07-29-2005, 12:50 AM	#4
Sewer Bull Devil's Advocate Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4,768	[QUOTE=Sage Ninja] How do you think the turtles colors fit their personallties? [QUOTE] And Benvenuto's white symbolizes brightness, purity, virtue, and innocence... ... Ben, the Undisputed Virtual Fighter of Sewers __________________ Soooo... THIS* is how you spend your free time now?!*

07-29-2005, 12:53 AM	#5
NeoBix Stone Warrior Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Smacking Hamato Inya with nunchucks. Posts: 736	Of course Robweiller! Good call! lol, how could I forget about everyone's favorite 5th turtle??? Sorry Benny __________________ "Movies don't create psychos. Movies make psychos more creative." —Billy Loomis (Skeet Ulrich) from the movie "Scream"

07-29-2005, 01:21 AM	#6
starry Random Punk Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lindblum Theater District Posts: 38	D'you think Mikey's orange bandana could easily be interchangable with yellow? They're both bright, cheerful colors...I don't see any particular reason why orange might've been chosen. Maybe 'cause April was already dressed in yellow? It's weird imagining him in a yellow bandana though. o_O __________________

07-29-2005, 04:50 AM	#7
Mecha Cow Gorgeous and modest too Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 3,699	I doubt there was any specific reason behind it. They probably just picked some colors that looked good. __________________

07-29-2005, 06:36 AM	#9
Buslady WingsOfDarkness! Perkele! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: In 7803... Posts: 4,366	Red is the color of passion, Raph is passionate and I don't mean that sexually..he's passionate about everything, highly emotional, angry...Red fits him well. Blue for Leo's leadership. Purple is royaly, blue is as well. Purple is cool and calm Like Don. Orange is bright and obnoxious like Mike __________________

07-29-2005, 07:51 AM	#10
Leonardo_ Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2005 Location: Germany Posts: 813	I think they only picked out the typical best liked colors: red, blue, yellow and green, but their skin is already green so they made it to a purple __________________

07-29-2005, 08:09 AM	#12
KROW Meat-n-Potatoes Man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: State's Anus, NY Posts: 6,472	I agree with Mecha and X. There really was no profound meaning behind the colors, but rather a way to tell them apart and still find hues that look good with green. __________________ - Optimus Acid Trip - Cult of a Half-Shell - Raiden's Bitter Tongue - *I don't try to be funny; I fail at it naturally.*

07-29-2005, 02:55 PM	#13
XERO Hybrid Theorist Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Alamo City Posts: 8,184	I agree. Even though we are a team, we are still individuals, and our colors represent our personalities. I like white because it is the base of ALL colors, as black is the end. I think it suits me perfectly. I mean, a white T-shirt can adapt to anything, right? My brother Raphael chooses red not only because of his anger and passion, but because it's his favorite color. And who could argue with that? Donatello picked purple because as the intelligent one, he has to make a statement. Purple is considered royalty. And when it comes to brains, Don is the King. Don King! Ahh, Michelangelo and the color orange. A wild color, indeed, and a happy color as well. Who is more happy and wild as old Mikey? That is the PERFECT representation for him. Yes, it was yellow in the first season of the cartoon, but he did it as a practical joke. TVs were not as advanced as they are now. Leonardo. The color blue. Blue is a serious color, and Leo is very dedicated to this commitment of Bushido. Originally, I wanted blue, but Leo told me about what it means. I gave it a lot of thought, and decided to let him have it. It really gives him more authority over us, and that's the way it should be. I mean, can you picture Raph wearing a blue bandana? It'd have stains all over it! So there it is: Leonardo = Serious Blue. Michelangelo = Wild Orange. Donatello = Royal Purple. Raphael = Fire Red. And me = Basic White. Put us together, you have a butt-kicking ninja RAINBOW! __________________ "Travel at the speed of light... then hit the nitro!" Last edited by XERO; 07-29-2005 at 03:01 PM.

07-29-2005, 02:57 PM	#14
Weapon X Turtle Power! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,744	See this guy knows his stuff.

07-29-2005, 03:10 PM	#16
XERO Hybrid Theorist Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Alamo City Posts: 8,184	No, I'm not. I was just explaining that personality-wise. I think of myself as being able to adapt to any situation and anybody, whether it's the nicest person in the world or the ruthless killer in the Foot Clan. It doesn't matter to me. And I meant that white is a color that can go with anything and still make a good match. I'm not really sure if it is the base of ALL colors, but I do know as a scientific fact, that if you took a clear prism and shined a light through it, the end of the prism produces many colors. I watched the Magic School Bus... __________________ "Travel at the speed of light... then hit the nitro!"

07-29-2005, 03:40 PM	#18
Leonardo_ Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2005 Location: Germany Posts: 813	Hmm, if it's so, then what represent MY bandana-color, Ben?? It is blue with black tips... What do you mean?! __________________

07-29-2005, 03:42 PM	#19
XERO Hybrid Theorist Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Alamo City Posts: 8,184	That, and I have better control of my fear. I mean, I'm still afraid of a lot of things. But here's the tricky part: I am not afraid to admit it. It's tough to put pressure on me. It's even more difficult for you to tick me off, because I can quickly turn it around back to you. I basically have no weakness. I mean, I can still get my shell kicked, but if I were to perish, tomorrow, I know I lived my life to the fullest. Because I am at peace with myself and with my destiny. Nothing you do can hurt me or my family. I'd die for them in a heartbeat, with a smile on my face. No matter the circumstances. That's what the color means to me. Not just adaption, but acceptance. BTW, L2. Your color is the same as Leo's, since you are his female clone. But don't stop there. Develop your OWN personality. That is what the black tips are for. You are still trying to find your true self. __________________ "Travel at the speed of light... then hit the nitro!"