New TMNT Website - Good or Bad?

Canadian Turtle · 09-18-2008, 03:19 PM

Ok... so I know there are a TON of TMNT fan sites out there. I have an idea that is sort of a
networking/fansite/usefull thing I thought I would do in my spare time. Basically I am asking the
community to see if they think it is worth while and a good idea or not. Also to avoid stepping
on any toes in the process.

The idea for this site is as follows:

First: This site would of course as any fan site would showcase my love for TMNT as well as
an interesting look at my collection set up (which is also in progress). The design will be custom
and interesting (not a standard cut and paste site layout)

Secondly: The site would act as a surplus TMNT store offering fare prices on loose figs
vehicles and accessories. Much like the other sites out there but not over priced. This will tie
into reason number 3 as well as offer connections though a local toy dealer who sells old toys.

Third: And more importantly, I would like to host sort of a TRADING POST. Not a message
board!! The drome works to well for that. This would be a direct link page set up for people to
email in their 'wish lists' or 'lists for sale' I would ask NO commission. It would work like this: A
person with a wish list or sell list would send me a list including pictures if they wish. The site
would be set up with categories. When their lists are posted the contact information for the
person would be included OR in a case where the individual does not want to post their email,
the sites host email can be used as well.

Why you might ask? Well I don't know... sounded like a cool idea. And this way when people are
looking for specific things or they want to post a fore sale list their post does not get lost and
forgotten on a message board it stays up till they don't want it up anymore or they find what they
want.

Let me know what you think! This would take some time to set up and if people think its stupid I
wont bother.

Thanks

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 09-19-2008, 03:28 PM

I see no link.

Canadian Turtle · 09-19-2008, 06:59 PM

Thats because I have not made the site yet, I am asking if people think its a good idea. The site is started but nothing is active yet.

**Jester** · 09-19-2008, 07:02 PM

So are you basically proposing a TMNT swap-meet type site? That might not be a half bad idea...

Leogeddon · 09-19-2008, 08:25 PM

Sounds good, what would you call it? Needs something that'll catch the eye of public.
Don't want all your efforts down the tube with just a small clutch of people to ever stumble on it from here.

It all depends on the layout you may use, if it is of decency then hell yeah, tackle that stuff and bring it all on. (I'd use alternative words, but the drome is a family place, lol)

Canadian Turtle · 09-19-2008, 08:31 PM

I'm glad you think its cool!

Ya I am working very hard on a VERY cool layout... or at least I believe it is cool. And I have a surplus of figs and accessories that will be up in the 'Store' section.

You are right, it will be a 'swap trading post' type of a thing.

Names!!! Good idea maybe if you have ideas that would be cool. I have been bouncing some around. Not very good ones but some. It would have to be memorable and easy to find. The layout is largely set in the sewer lair and inspired by the OT lair.

Something with trading post in it might be good
TMNT Trading Post or Subterranean Trading post... not very good but lets hear some ideas!!

Leogeddon · 09-19-2008, 08:39 PM

Hmmm... here's some ideas...
Sewer Surfin' Shop
The Manhattan Underground Swap
The Turtle Trading Tour
The Top TMNT Swap
The Turtle Box Social
The I.S. (In Shell) Trading Post
Shell Shock Swap

Sorry... I'm kinda tired and hungry right now, would buy a pizza but there's not enough...

Canadian Turtle · 09-19-2008, 08:50 PM

I like some of these, I want to hear more though.

Also I have to think of it as looking good as a URL address. So it also cant be to huge. There is a slight play on the words 'Trading Post' in the lay out so I do sorta like names with that in it but if there is something better thats different it doesn't matter that much.

The site also is being created in conjunction with a very elaborate setup for my collection which will have its own section of the site. This part might take a little while so we might not be totally up and running until Early Oct. But have your wish lists and sale lists ready!!

Leogeddon · 09-19-2008, 08:55 PM

Sewer Trading Post USA?
Well... you're in Canada...
Sewer Trading Post Canadia-All Day! <3

Canadian Sewer Swap Post

Canadian Turtle · 09-19-2008, 08:59 PM

HAHAA I like the USA part!

Thats the thing, is because the 'tradin post' part is between people buying and selling from each other it doesn't matter that I'm in Canada for shipping (I'm only mentioning it because you reminded me) So that is also a cool thing!

Leogeddon · 09-19-2008, 09:10 PM

It's a cool thing to bring a cool thing to attention. Oh how cool is that?!
How about...
The Great Sewer Swap Site?
Kinda rolls off the tounge.

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 09-20-2008, 04:01 AM

Good. Many TMNT fansite ceased to operate in 2004-2005 or something.

Canadian Turtle · 09-20-2008, 06:25 AM

^I noticed. Due to no one going to them right? Well I noticed with many of the sites it was the same thing. Fan art, a bio and a few pics from episodes. Not that there is ANYTHING wrong with that, it had just been done a thousand times.

I hope that people can start using this site regularly as a location to consistently connect with the collectables they are looking for. Also I hope it looks cool, and people enjoy it.

thebrownranger · 09-20-2008, 06:55 AM

We can definitely use a site like this man. Ebay and my local comic shop seem to be short on old tmnt stuff.

funatic · 09-20-2008, 10:39 AM

Possible Names:

Mutant Market
Trading Mutant Ninja Turtles
Turtle Trades
Terrapawnshop

NightwatchersOnlygirl · 09-20-2008, 12:29 PM

The web site is a very good idea

Canadian Turtle · 09-20-2008, 09:48 PM

I love it! There should be a prize if I chose one of the names from here hahaha! I can't wait to share the design I hope people like it/it works!

Like I said before I have some very good connections in the old toy world and this can also act as a door to that. Some stuff I can have in the store might be some carded stuff including the entire Army lines and old school army lines. Much of the Wacky Action lines as well!

**Jester** · 09-20-2008, 09:49 PM

You could steal the good ole "2nd Time Around"

*KROW* · 09-21-2008, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jester

You could steal the good ole "2nd Time Around"

That's actually a great name for a TMNT site specializing in trading merch. I say steal it!

Canadian Turtle · 09-21-2008, 11:31 AM

Ok here are my top 5 from what has ben posted so far.

Shell Shock Swap
Sewer Trading Post
(or you could do ‘turtle trading post’)
The Great Sewer Swap
(this could aslo be shortened to just 'Sewer Swap')
Mutant Market
Turtle Trades

Sorry Mutant Market and Turtle Trades .com are taken. But Not sewer swap or turtle trading post.

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09-18-2008, 03:19 PM	#1
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	New TMNT Website - Good or Bad? Ok... so I know there are a TON of TMNT fan sites out there. I have an idea that is sort of a networking/fansite/usefull thing I thought I would do in my spare time. Basically I am asking the community to see if they think it is worth while and a good idea or not. Also to avoid stepping on any toes in the process. The idea for this site is as follows: First: This site would of course as any fan site would showcase my love for TMNT as well as an interesting look at my collection set up (which is also in progress). The design will be custom and interesting (not a standard cut and paste site layout) Secondly: The site would act as a surplus TMNT store offering fare prices on loose figs vehicles and accessories. Much like the other sites out there but not over priced. This will tie into reason number 3 as well as offer connections though a local toy dealer who sells old toys. Third: And more importantly, I would like to host sort of a TRADING POST. Not a message board!! The drome works to well for that. This would be a direct link page set up for people to email in their 'wish lists' or 'lists for sale' I would ask NO commission. It would work like this: A person with a wish list or sell list would send me a list including pictures if they wish. The site would be set up with categories. When their lists are posted the contact information for the person would be included OR in a case where the individual does not want to post their email, the sites host email can be used as well. Why you might ask? Well I don't know... sounded like a cool idea. And this way when people are looking for specific things or they want to post a fore sale list their post does not get lost and forgotten on a message board it stays up till they don't want it up anymore or they find what they want. Let me know what you think! This would take some time to set up and if people think its stupid I wont bother. Thanks

09-19-2008, 03:28 PM	#2
Original TMNT Cartoon Fan Overlord Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sweden Posts: 10,478	Link I see no link.

09-19-2008, 07:02 PM	#4
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,294	So are you basically proposing a TMNT swap-meet type site? That might not be a half bad idea... __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

09-19-2008, 08:25 PM	#5
Leogeddon Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 502	Sounds good, what would you call it? Needs something that'll catch the eye of public. Don't want all your efforts down the tube with just a small clutch of people to ever stumble on it from here. It all depends on the layout you may use, if it is of decency then hell yeah, tackle that stuff and bring it all on. (I'd use alternative words, but the drome is a family place, lol) __________________ Click me for group discussion!

09-19-2008, 06:59 PM	#3
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	Thats because I have not made the site yet, I am asking if people think its a good idea. The site is started but nothing is active yet.

09-19-2008, 08:31 PM	#6
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	I'm glad you think its cool! Ya I am working very hard on a VERY cool layout... or at least I believe it is cool. And I have a surplus of figs and accessories that will be up in the 'Store' section. You are right, it will be a 'swap trading post' type of a thing. Names!!! Good idea maybe if you have ideas that would be cool. I have been bouncing some around. Not very good ones but some. It would have to be memorable and easy to find. The layout is largely set in the sewer lair and inspired by the OT lair. Something with trading post in it might be good TMNT Trading Post or Subterranean Trading post... not very good but lets hear some ideas!!

09-19-2008, 08:39 PM	#7
Leogeddon Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 502	Hmmm... here's some ideas... Sewer Surfin' Shop The Manhattan Underground Swap The Turtle Trading Tour The Top TMNT Swap The Turtle Box Social The I.S. (In Shell) Trading Post Shell Shock Swap Sorry... I'm kinda tired and hungry right now, would buy a pizza but there's not enough... __________________ Click me for group discussion!

09-19-2008, 08:50 PM	#8
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	I like some of these, I want to hear more though. Also I have to think of it as looking good as a URL address. So it also cant be to huge. There is a slight play on the words 'Trading Post' in the lay out so I do sorta like names with that in it but if there is something better thats different it doesn't matter that much. The site also is being created in conjunction with a very elaborate setup for my collection which will have its own section of the site. This part might take a little while so we might not be totally up and running until Early Oct. But have your wish lists and sale lists ready!!

09-19-2008, 08:55 PM	#9
Leogeddon Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 502	Sewer Trading Post USA? Well... you're in Canada... Sewer Trading Post Canadia-All Day! <3 Canadian Sewer Swap Post __________________ Click me for group discussion!

09-19-2008, 08:59 PM	#10
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	HAHAA I like the USA part! Thats the thing, is because the 'tradin post' part is between people buying and selling from each other it doesn't matter that I'm in Canada for shipping (I'm only mentioning it because you reminded me) So that is also a cool thing!

09-19-2008, 09:10 PM	#11
Leogeddon Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 502	It's a cool thing to bring a cool thing to attention. Oh how cool is that?! How about... The Great Sewer Swap Site? Kinda rolls off the tounge. __________________ Click me for group discussion!

09-20-2008, 04:01 AM	#12
Original TMNT Cartoon Fan Overlord Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sweden Posts: 10,478	Fun Good. Many TMNT fansite ceased to operate in 2004-2005 or something.

09-20-2008, 06:25 AM	#13
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	^I noticed. Due to no one going to them right? Well I noticed with many of the sites it was the same thing. Fan art, a bio and a few pics from episodes. Not that there is ANYTHING wrong with that, it had just been done a thousand times. I hope that people can start using this site regularly as a location to consistently connect with the collectables they are looking for. Also I hope it looks cool, and people enjoy it.

09-20-2008, 06:55 AM	#14
thebrownranger Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 782	We can definitely use a site like this man. Ebay and my local comic shop seem to be short on old tmnt stuff. __________________ https://www.instagram.com/allenjac0b/ WANTED: A.C. Farley Leonardo Bust (bronze & unpainted) Playmates TMNT statues- Donatello, Michelangelo

09-20-2008, 10:39 AM	#15
funatic Mad Scientist Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Northampton, MA Posts: 1,226	Possible Names: Mutant Market Trading Mutant Ninja Turtles Turtle Trades Terrapawnshop

09-20-2008, 12:29 PM	#16
NightwatchersOnlygirl Stone Warrior Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: In Nightwatcher's loving arms Posts: 941	The web site is a very good idea __________________ Nightwatcher is taken by me,NightwatchersOnlyGirl Nightwatcher Is my boyfriend. I love "My" Nightwatcher Nightwatcher can put his boots under my bed anytime Nightwatcher loves me! NW 4 EVER NW is Mine NW is so sexy Forever Nightwatcher's....

09-20-2008, 09:48 PM	#17
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	I love it! There should be a prize if I chose one of the names from here hahaha! I can't wait to share the design I hope people like it/it works! Like I said before I have some very good connections in the old toy world and this can also act as a door to that. Some stuff I can have in the store might be some carded stuff including the entire Army lines and old school army lines. Much of the Wacky Action lines as well!

09-20-2008, 09:49 PM	#18
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,294	You could steal the good ole "2nd Time Around" __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

09-21-2008, 11:31 AM	#20
Canadian Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Small town Ontario, West of Toronto Posts: 1,257	Ok here are my top 5 from what has ben posted so far. Shell Shock Swap Sewer Trading Post (or you could do ‘turtle trading post’) The Great Sewer Swap (this could aslo be shortened to just 'Sewer Swap') Mutant Market Turtle Trades Sorry Mutant Market and Turtle Trades .com are taken. But Not sewer swap or turtle trading post. Last edited by Canadian Turtle; 09-21-2008 at 12:35 PM.