Was there any official explanation why Nick added an extra "a" in "Kraang?"

*CyberCubed* · 01-22-2013, 11:23 AM

Ever since they announced the name I always wondered why they didn't just call them, "The Krang" instead of, "The Kraang."

The extra "a" seems so trivial that I wonder why they even bothered to add it. The only possible reason I can think for this is they wanted to distinguish their Kraang aliens from Krang himself, but there's no point for that if Krang isn't going to be in this series.

Although I suppose you can wonder the same about the three toe thing. I'd love to hear some interviews with the shows creators about this.

*BubblyShell22* · 01-22-2013, 11:36 AM

Because they wanted to be different, that's why.

I swear, you make the most pointless threads.

*CyberCubed* · 01-22-2013, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by BubblyShell22

Because they wanted to be different, that's why.

I swear, you make the most pointless threads.

And yet every other characters name is the same.

**Jester** · 01-22-2013, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

And yet every other characters name is the same.

I hear there's a character called Kasey Jonez in season 2....I wonder why they did it that way, could the REAL Casey Jones show up eventually?

*Zulithe* · 01-22-2013, 12:34 PM

Well it could be argued that their native tongue and its accompanying written form of symbols does not directly translate to a Modern English/Latin character set, just like many asian languages do not. So the spellings try to mimic the sounds of the words as best as possible. In this case, Kraang is not necessarily a DEFINITIVE spelling. Krang could also be correct!

Look at the Japanese martial art: Jujutsu. There are many many spellings of it and it is hard to say that ONE is more correct. Is it jujutsu, jujitsu, ju-jitsu, jiu-jutsu or jiu-jitsu? Take your pick!

*TheSkeletonMan939* · 01-22-2013, 01:50 PM

They were too lazy to think of their own name, so they took "Krang" and added an 'a'.

*Candy Kappa* · 01-22-2013, 02:41 PM

They wanted to use a recognizable name, but made it different cause it is a whole species of tentacle brains rather then one?

too simple, it must be a conspiracy!!

*Donatello19* · 01-22-2013, 03:10 PM

Does it really matter? Do we seriously need an entire thread about the spelling of a character's name?

*Jephael* · 01-22-2013, 03:13 PM

Maybe the extra A is an homage to how in the original Mirage comics and Archie series they spelled "Michaelangelo"!

*Donatello19* · 01-22-2013, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jephael

Maybe the extra A is an homage to how in the original Mirage comics and Archie series they spelled "Michaelangelo"!

Eh, I doubt it.

*TheSkeletonMan939* · 01-22-2013, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Donatello19

Eh, I doubt it.

You do realize he was joking, right?

*Jephael* · 01-22-2013, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSkeletonMan939

You do realize he was joking, right?

No, that's actually a theory I had. Of course I could be wrong.

*TheSkeletonMan939* · 01-22-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Jephael

No, that's actually a theory I had. Of course I could be wrong.

Then you're a nut.

*Donatello19* · 01-22-2013, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSkeletonMan939

You do realize he was joking, right?

Oh, I didn't realize he was joking

EDIT: Turns out he WASN'T joking so HA XD

*Andrew NDB* · 01-22-2013, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Ever since they announced the name I always wondered why they didn't just call them, "The Krang" instead of, "The Kraang."

Two reasons: 1) To make it sound or look plural, and 2) Because they didn't want to call them Utroms. 3) Because the showrunners are big Fred Wolf fans/to make Fred Wolf fans happy.

*Zulithe* · 01-22-2013, 03:51 PM

Utrom just does not sound as good as Kraang, especially if they are to be primarily as villains. And I agree, Kraang does have a more plural look to it.

HerpDerp · 01-22-2013, 04:00 PM

To irritate you.

*miru* · 01-22-2013, 05:57 PM

I always took it as a sign that they had plans for THE Krang.

Vivi · 01-22-2013, 06:02 PM

Probably just to distinguish them from Krang and to designate a species name rather than an individuals name. Also, is the 'K' capitalized or is it just the kraang?

(krunking airbender)

n-zero · 01-22-2013, 06:06 PM

Breaking standard expectations for spelling makes words and names seem more foreign or alien. That's why.

01-22-2013, 11:23 AM	#1
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,880	Was there any official explanation why Nick added an extra "a" in "Kraang?" Ever since they announced the name I always wondered why they didn't just call them, "The Krang" instead of, "The Kraang." The extra "a" seems so trivial that I wonder why they even bothered to add it. The only possible reason I can think for this is they wanted to distinguish their Kraang aliens from Krang himself, but there's no point for that if Krang isn't going to be in this series. Although I suppose you can wonder the same about the three toe thing. I'd love to hear some interviews with the shows creators about this.

01-22-2013, 11:36 AM	#2
BubblyShell22 Leo-holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 16,912	Because they wanted to be different, that's why. I swear, you make the most pointless threads. __________________ "A warrior who never fails, never learns."-The Ancient One. "Embrace your inner a**holiness."-Mr. Anderson.

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Candy Kappa The Agenda of Existing Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Vikingland Posts: 14,596	They wanted to use a recognizable name, but made it different cause it is a whole species of tentacle brains rather then one? too simple, it must be a conspiracy!! __________________ devianArt Instagram Youtube Tumblr Art Blog Patreon

01-22-2013, 03:13 PM	#9
Jephael That whack job behind you Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Carlisle, Pennsylvania Posts: 8,143	Maybe the extra A is an homage to how in the original Mirage comics and Archie series they spelled "Michaelangelo"! __________________ "I like it. Simple, but effective!" Raphael; The Mean Machines - 1988

01-22-2013, 06:06 PM	#20
n-zero Foot Soldier Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 102	Breaking standard expectations for spelling makes words and names seem more foreign or alien. That's why. __________________

01-22-2013, 12:34 PM	#5
Zulithe Ninjutsu Master Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,418	Well it could be argued that their native tongue and its accompanying written form of symbols does not directly translate to a Modern English/Latin character set, just like many asian languages do not. So the spellings try to mimic the sounds of the words as best as possible. In this case, Kraang is not necessarily a DEFINITIVE spelling. Krang could also be correct! Look at the Japanese martial art: Jujutsu. There are many many spellings of it and it is hard to say that ONE is more correct. Is it jujutsu, jujitsu, ju-jitsu, jiu-jutsu or jiu-jitsu? Take your pick!

01-22-2013, 03:10 PM	#8
Donatello19 Merchandise Maniac Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: New York Posts: 5,919	Does it really matter? Do we seriously need an entire thread about the spelling of a character's name?

01-22-2013, 03:51 PM	#16
Zulithe Ninjutsu Master Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,418	Utrom just does not sound as good as Kraang, especially if they are to be primarily as villains. And I agree, Kraang does have a more plural look to it.

01-22-2013, 04:00 PM	#17
HerpDerp Hench Mutant Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 488	To irritate you.

01-22-2013, 05:57 PM	#18
miru Mad Scientist Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 1,874	I always took it as a sign that they had plans for THE Krang.

01-22-2013, 06:02 PM	#19
Vivi Mad Scientist Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ninja HQ, Moon Posts: 1,076	Probably just to distinguish them from Krang and to designate a species name rather than an individuals name. Also, is the 'K' capitalized or is it just the kraang? (krunking airbender)