February/ March 2023 Solicitations

hypered1 · 12-16-2022, 05:37 AM

FEBRUARY 2023

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #137

Spoiler:

Sophie Campbell (w) • Fero Peniche (a/ca)

Official Armageddon Game tie-in! Donnie’s willing to do anything to defend his new friend Triceraton Regenta Seri from Ch’rell’s Utrom assassins, but some lines are not meant to be crossed. Now, the crisis in Mutant Town has escalated beyond anything Donnie could have ever imagined and Ch’rell is taking matters into his own hands. Amid the riots, Jennika helps April, Lola, and Mona formulate a plan to expose the truth about the mysterious Turtles posing as the TMNT. All the while, the Rat King and his allies revel in the glorious chaos they’ve created.

FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available February 1st, 2023

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ARMAGEDDON GAME 5 (of 8 )

Spoiler:

Tom Waltz (w) • Vincenzo Federici (a/ca)

WILD CARDS! As the unexpected events in Dimension X and Dimension Z play out for Michelangelo, Leonardo, and the Shredder, the Armageddon Game on Earth continues to spiral out of control for Donatello, Jennika, and Raphael! For both heroes and villains alike, the rules continue to change as new players are introduced to the Rat King’s nefarious game for control of the world. And now the remainder of the Pantheon siblings are paying attention to the cataclysm their trickster brother has wrought. Will the immortal demigods remain on the sidelines, or will they be the next wild cards added to an already chaotic deck?! Writer Tom Waltz (TMNT: The Last Ronin) and artist Vincenzo Federici (Red Sonja) are your game masters as we kick off the second bombastic half of… TMNT: The Armageddon Game!

FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 15th, 2023.

TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME ALLIANCE #4 (of 5)

Spoiler:

Sophie Campbell (w/a) • Roi Mercado (ca)

A forgotten past. A second mutation. The manifestation of unimaginable mystic powers. The experiments wrought on her by the maniacal Dr. Barlow have left Venus forever changed and psychically bonded to the Turtle known as Donatello. But his path was never hers… and she’s found a kindred spirit in Bludgeon, whose affinity for the mystic arts has him questioning his allegiance to the Foot Clan.As chaos grips New York City, Venus and Bludgeon seek inner peace. But there’s a darkness brewing in the most unlikely of places, and left unchecked, it could tip the scales of order in the Rat King?s favor. Can Venus and Bludgeon quiet the storm, or will the Armageddon Game claim the city and ultimately, the world?Written and illustrated by legendary TMNT co-captain Sophie Campbell.

FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available February 1st, 2023.

TMNT THE LAST RONIN - THE LOST YEARS #2 (of 5)

Spoiler:

Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (w) • SL Gallant, Ben Bishop (a) • Kevin Eastman, Ben Bishop (ca)

THE TALE OF THE LAST RONIN’S FIRST MISSION CONTINUES! In the past, Michelangelo has mastered his first fighting form and has overcome his first gladiatorial challenge in Japan. With Master Splinter’s journal in his hands-and a burning desire for vengeance in his heart-Michelangelo resumes his westward trek across Asia and Europe in order to test his skills against his next deadly opponent. If he’s to have any chance of attaining victory in the final battle royal, Michelangelo will have to master an essential new martial skill-or die trying. Only then can he return to New York City to confront the Foot Clan. Thing is, he’s not alone. His dead brothers have joined him on his quest…and they won’t shut up! Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones also follows the sage teachings found in Splinter’s journal as she continues her own journey as master and sensei to the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, alongside artist Ben Bishop (TMNT: The Last Ronin), bring us the next exciting chapter from the Ronin-verse!

FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 22nd, 2023.

TMNT BEST OF KRANG

Spoiler:

Various (w) • Various (a) • James Biggie (ca)

From Dimension X to Earth and even beyond, the legend of Krang is long reaching. He's gone from coward to conqueror, from warrior prince to fallen emperor. He's been hated and feared and even revered. Delve into the history of one of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' most infamous adversaries in this collection of tales!

FC • 100 pages • $5.99 • Available February 8th, 2023.

MMPR TMNT II #3 (of 5)

Spoiler:

Ryan Parrott (w) • Dan Mora (a/ca)

It's SHREDDER vs. RANGER X as the battle goes underway and Rita's armies are a powerful match for our de-powered heroes!
Unlikely alliances and unlikely sanctuaries abound as the Rangers and Turtles, specifically Billy and Donatello, put their heads together and create a secret weapon.
But the problem is... it might change them in ways they can't come back from!

FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 22nd, 2023.

TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME TP OPENING MOVES

Spoiler:

Tom Waltz (w) • Fero Peniche, Adam Gorham, Casey Maloney (a) • TBA (ca)

The TMNT have faced enemy ninjas, government agents, fellow mutants, and alien armies, but now they must confront the machinations of an actual demi-god! Untangle the maze of secrets and treachery on the road to The Armageddon Game! One of the Turtles’ most enigmatic foes, the Rat King, is finally bringing his long-simmering plan to fruition, after years of quiet preparations. Soon, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael – under the leadership of the Shredder – will embark on a dangerous quest to find allies against Rat King’s trio of terror: LeatherKrang, Baxter Stockman, and Madame Null. But, before the game can truly begin, discover the histories of the Rat King, Kitsune, and the rest of the Pantheon, witness their previous encounters with the TMNT, and understand their connection to the recently resurrected Shredder. Collects TMNT: The Armageddon Game Pre-Game stories “Kingdom of Rats Prelude,” Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #84, and the 2020 and 2021 TMNT Annuals, as well as TMNT: The Armageddon Game-Opening Moves #1 and 2.

FC • ?? pages • $19.99 • Available February 15th, 2023.

TMNT: The Ultimate Collection Vol. 7

Spoiler:

Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird (w & a) • Kevin Eastman (c)

All the covers and development art from the earliest days of Mirage Studios in one archival collection with notes from co-creator Kevin Eastman!
From finished pieces to the original sketches, pencils, inks, and paintings, including behind-the-scenes insights and never-before-seen works made available through the incredible archives of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird!
Also includes photos from the early days in the original studio and appearances at conventions. A must-have volume for Turtles fans and collectors.

HC • FC • $49.99 • 176 pages • 8-1/2” x 12” • Available February 22nd, 2023.

hypered1 · 12-16-2022, 05:38 AM

MARCH 2023

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #138

Spoiler:

Sophie Campbell (w) • Fero Peniche (a/ca)

Attack of the Utroms! The Mutant Town wall is compromised, and Cherell's forces have declared all-out war in search of the young Triceraton Regenta, Seri. And while our heroes need support more than ever, the imposter Turtles have sowed distrust, leaving the TMNT and their allies vulnerable on all fronts. In an effort to quell the riots and protect her clan, Jenny races to prove the real Turtles? innocence. But gaining back the trust of an entire city seems impossible, especially with a literal god of Chaos working against her. It's all-out war in this exciting tie-in issue to the epic Armageddon Game!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available March 15th, 2023

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ARMAGEDDON GAME 6 (of 8 )

Spoiler:

Tom Waltz (w) • Vincenzo Federici (a/ca)

The End Stage begins! As the Armageddon Game reaches its iniquitous climax, the Rat King must take special care to keep his masterfully woven tapestry of anarchy from unraveling too quickly-a feat proving more and more difficult in the wake of mistakes made by his petulant and impatient puppets. No matter-chaos IS the name of the game. Meanwhile, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have regrouped in the city and are ready to go on the offensive... and this time they have reinforcements. Will the added strength of allies new and old be enough to stop the Rat King from bringing on the apocalypse, or will they meet their doom in the perilous game?

FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available March 8th, 2023.

TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME ALLIANCE #5 (of 5)

Spoiler:

Paul Allor (w) • Pablo Verdugo (a) • Roi Mercado (ca)

A team of imposter mutant ninja turtles, puppeteered by the Rat King, have sown discord across the city, turning everyone against the real TMNT. Now, armed with a lead on the true identities of the pretenders, April O'Neil is set on turning the tide in this war of disinformation. To uncover the truth, April must enter the smoldering ruins of TCRI-which was all but destroyed by the fake TMNT-and to do that, she'll need the help of an old enemy... Even if she's successful, will the world believe what she has to say, or will chaos reign? Lines are drawn in the sand as the The Armageddon Game nears its epic conclusion!

FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available March 8th, 2023.

TMNT THE LAST RONIN - THE LOST YEARS # (3 of 5)

Spoiler:

Kevin Eastman (w) • Ben Bishop (a) • Kevin Eastman (ca)

THE TALE OF THE LAST RONIN'S FIRST MISSION CONTINUES! In the past: Michelangelo's quest for vengeance takes him further westward and the fighting forms he's mastered thus far will prove invaluable as he faces yet another adversary. Nothing will stand in the way of his quest to return to New York City and avenge his family for the fates suffered at the hands of the Foot Clan except maybe the chiding voices of his dead brothers. Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones does her best to rear the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as both their master and surrogate mother and she's finding she's not sure which undertaking is more difficult! Writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, alongside artists Ben Bishop (TMNT: The Last Ronin) and S.L. Gallant (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero), continue this tantalizing tale of the beginnings of the Last Ronin.

FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available March 22nd, 2023.

TMNT REBORN VOL. 6: GAME CHANGERS TPB

Spoiler:

Sophie Campbell, Juni Ba (w) • Pablo Tunica, Ken Garing, Toni Gregori (a)

In the wake of TMNT: The Armageddon Game-Opening Moves, Oroku Saki, the Shredder, has revealed himself to the Turtles. In order to counter the newest evil machinations of the Pantheon's trickster god, the Rat King, he seeks an alliance with the sons of his former archenemy, the late Master Splinter. But are the Turtles prepared to join forces with their merciless executioner from a past life? Can Shredder truly be redeemed? No matter the case, the Armageddon Game is fast approaching, and the only place to find the answers to these burning questions is in... Northampton! Collects the 2022 Annual, issues #131 and 132 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the 2022 Free Comic Book Day TMNT issue.

FC • 120 pages • $19.99 • Available March 22nd, 2023.

~~ChosenOne~~ · 12-16-2022, 05:41 AM

Krang vs Ch'rell! F*cking called it months, if not years, ago! Utrom civil war, here we go!

Man, that #137 cover is gorgeous!

*CyberCubed* · 12-16-2022, 06:26 AM

You know IDW really is still putting out an insane amount of TMNT comics each month, even after apparently sales have cooled down and 10+ years into the series. I'm really glad to see all the output and support, you would think we'd only be getting like 1 TMNT comic a month at this point but man we are spoiled.

12-16-2022, 05:37 AM	#1
hypered1 Mad Scientist Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 1,404	February/ March 2023 Solicitations FEBRUARY 2023 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #137 Spoiler: Sophie Campbell (w) • Fero Peniche (a/ca) Official Armageddon Game tie-in! Donnie’s willing to do anything to defend his new friend Triceraton Regenta Seri from Ch’rell’s Utrom assassins, but some lines are not meant to be crossed. Now, the crisis in Mutant Town has escalated beyond anything Donnie could have ever imagined and Ch’rell is taking matters into his own hands. Amid the riots, Jennika helps April, Lola, and Mona formulate a plan to expose the truth about the mysterious Turtles posing as the TMNT. All the while, the Rat King and his allies revel in the glorious chaos they’ve created. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available February 1st, 2023 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ARMAGEDDON GAME 5 (of 8 ) Spoiler: Tom Waltz (w) • Vincenzo Federici (a/ca) WILD CARDS! As the unexpected events in Dimension X and Dimension Z play out for Michelangelo, Leonardo, and the Shredder, the Armageddon Game on Earth continues to spiral out of control for Donatello, Jennika, and Raphael! For both heroes and villains alike, the rules continue to change as new players are introduced to the Rat King’s nefarious game for control of the world. And now the remainder of the Pantheon siblings are paying attention to the cataclysm their trickster brother has wrought. Will the immortal demigods remain on the sidelines, or will they be the next wild cards added to an already chaotic deck?! Writer Tom Waltz (TMNT: The Last Ronin) and artist Vincenzo Federici (Red Sonja) are your game masters as we kick off the second bombastic half of… TMNT: The Armageddon Game! FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 15th, 2023. TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME ALLIANCE #4 (of 5) Spoiler: Sophie Campbell (w/a) • Roi Mercado (ca) A forgotten past. A second mutation. The manifestation of unimaginable mystic powers. The experiments wrought on her by the maniacal Dr. Barlow have left Venus forever changed and psychically bonded to the Turtle known as Donatello. But his path was never hers… and she’s found a kindred spirit in Bludgeon, whose affinity for the mystic arts has him questioning his allegiance to the Foot Clan.As chaos grips New York City, Venus and Bludgeon seek inner peace. But there’s a darkness brewing in the most unlikely of places, and left unchecked, it could tip the scales of order in the Rat King?s favor. Can Venus and Bludgeon quiet the storm, or will the Armageddon Game claim the city and ultimately, the world?Written and illustrated by legendary TMNT co-captain Sophie Campbell. FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available February 1st, 2023. TMNT THE LAST RONIN - THE LOST YEARS #2 (of 5) Spoiler: Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz (w) • SL Gallant, Ben Bishop (a) • Kevin Eastman, Ben Bishop (ca) THE TALE OF THE LAST RONIN’S FIRST MISSION CONTINUES! In the past, Michelangelo has mastered his first fighting form and has overcome his first gladiatorial challenge in Japan. With Master Splinter’s journal in his hands-and a burning desire for vengeance in his heart-Michelangelo resumes his westward trek across Asia and Europe in order to test his skills against his next deadly opponent. If he’s to have any chance of attaining victory in the final battle royal, Michelangelo will have to master an essential new martial skill-or die trying. Only then can he return to New York City to confront the Foot Clan. Thing is, he’s not alone. His dead brothers have joined him on his quest…and they won’t shut up! Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones also follows the sage teachings found in Splinter’s journal as she continues her own journey as master and sensei to the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, alongside artist Ben Bishop (TMNT: The Last Ronin), bring us the next exciting chapter from the Ronin-verse! FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 22nd, 2023. TMNT BEST OF KRANG Spoiler: Various (w) • Various (a) • James Biggie (ca) From Dimension X to Earth and even beyond, the legend of Krang is long reaching. He's gone from coward to conqueror, from warrior prince to fallen emperor. He's been hated and feared and even revered. Delve into the history of one of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' most infamous adversaries in this collection of tales! FC • 100 pages • $5.99 • Available February 8th, 2023. MMPR TMNT II #3 (of 5) Spoiler: Ryan Parrott (w) • Dan Mora (a/ca) It's SHREDDER vs. RANGER X as the battle goes underway and Rita's armies are a powerful match for our de-powered heroes! Unlikely alliances and unlikely sanctuaries abound as the Rangers and Turtles, specifically Billy and Donatello, put their heads together and create a secret weapon. But the problem is... it might change them in ways they can't come back from! FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available February 22nd, 2023. TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME TP OPENING MOVES Spoiler: Tom Waltz (w) • Fero Peniche, Adam Gorham, Casey Maloney (a) • TBA (ca) The TMNT have faced enemy ninjas, government agents, fellow mutants, and alien armies, but now they must confront the machinations of an actual demi-god! Untangle the maze of secrets and treachery on the road to The Armageddon Game! One of the Turtles’ most enigmatic foes, the Rat King, is finally bringing his long-simmering plan to fruition, after years of quiet preparations. Soon, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael – under the leadership of the Shredder – will embark on a dangerous quest to find allies against Rat King’s trio of terror: LeatherKrang, Baxter Stockman, and Madame Null. But, before the game can truly begin, discover the histories of the Rat King, Kitsune, and the rest of the Pantheon, witness their previous encounters with the TMNT, and understand their connection to the recently resurrected Shredder. Collects TMNT: The Armageddon Game Pre-Game stories “Kingdom of Rats Prelude,” Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #84, and the 2020 and 2021 TMNT Annuals, as well as TMNT: The Armageddon Game-Opening Moves #1 and 2. FC • ?? pages • $19.99 • Available February 15th, 2023. TMNT: The Ultimate Collection Vol. 7 Spoiler: Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird (w & a) • Kevin Eastman (c) All the covers and development art from the earliest days of Mirage Studios in one archival collection with notes from co-creator Kevin Eastman! From finished pieces to the original sketches, pencils, inks, and paintings, including behind-the-scenes insights and never-before-seen works made available through the incredible archives of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird! Also includes photos from the early days in the original studio and appearances at conventions. A must-have volume for Turtles fans and collectors. HC • FC • $49.99 • 176 pages • 8-1/2” x 12” • Available February 22nd, 2023. __________________ Last edited by hypered1; 12-20-2022 at 04:30 AM.

12-16-2022, 05:38 AM	#2
hypered1 Mad Scientist Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 1,404	MARCH 2023 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #138 Spoiler: Sophie Campbell (w) • Fero Peniche (a/ca) Attack of the Utroms! The Mutant Town wall is compromised, and Cherell's forces have declared all-out war in search of the young Triceraton Regenta, Seri. And while our heroes need support more than ever, the imposter Turtles have sowed distrust, leaving the TMNT and their allies vulnerable on all fronts. In an effort to quell the riots and protect her clan, Jenny races to prove the real Turtles? innocence. But gaining back the trust of an entire city seems impossible, especially with a literal god of Chaos working against her. It's all-out war in this exciting tie-in issue to the epic Armageddon Game! FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available March 15th, 2023 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ARMAGEDDON GAME 6 (of 8 ) Spoiler: Tom Waltz (w) • Vincenzo Federici (a/ca) The End Stage begins! As the Armageddon Game reaches its iniquitous climax, the Rat King must take special care to keep his masterfully woven tapestry of anarchy from unraveling too quickly-a feat proving more and more difficult in the wake of mistakes made by his petulant and impatient puppets. No matter-chaos IS the name of the game. Meanwhile, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have regrouped in the city and are ready to go on the offensive... and this time they have reinforcements. Will the added strength of allies new and old be enough to stop the Rat King from bringing on the apocalypse, or will they meet their doom in the perilous game? FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available March 8th, 2023. TMNT ARMAGEDDON GAME ALLIANCE #5 (of 5) Spoiler: Paul Allor (w) • Pablo Verdugo (a) • Roi Mercado (ca) A team of imposter mutant ninja turtles, puppeteered by the Rat King, have sown discord across the city, turning everyone against the real TMNT. Now, armed with a lead on the true identities of the pretenders, April O'Neil is set on turning the tide in this war of disinformation. To uncover the truth, April must enter the smoldering ruins of TCRI-which was all but destroyed by the fake TMNT-and to do that, she'll need the help of an old enemy... Even if she's successful, will the world believe what she has to say, or will chaos reign? Lines are drawn in the sand as the The Armageddon Game nears its epic conclusion! FC • 32 pages • $3.99 • Available March 8th, 2023. TMNT THE LAST RONIN - THE LOST YEARS # (3 of 5) Spoiler: [img]tbc[/img] Kevin Eastman (w) • Ben Bishop (a) • Kevin Eastman (ca) THE TALE OF THE LAST RONIN'S FIRST MISSION CONTINUES! In the past: Michelangelo's quest for vengeance takes him further westward and the fighting forms he's mastered thus far will prove invaluable as he faces yet another adversary. Nothing will stand in the way of his quest to return to New York City and avenge his family for the fates suffered at the hands of the Foot Clan except maybe the chiding voices of his dead brothers. Meanwhile, in the present (a.k.a. our future!), Casey Marie Jones does her best to rear the next generation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as both their master and surrogate mother and she's finding she's not sure which undertaking is more difficult! Writers Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz, alongside artists Ben Bishop (TMNT: The Last Ronin) and S.L. Gallant (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero), continue this tantalizing tale of the beginnings of the Last Ronin. FC • 36 pages • $4.99 • Available March 22nd, 2023. TMNT REBORN VOL. 6: GAME CHANGERS TPB Spoiler: Sophie Campbell, Juni Ba (w) • Pablo Tunica, Ken Garing, Toni Gregori (a) In the wake of TMNT: The Armageddon Game-Opening Moves, Oroku Saki, the Shredder, has revealed himself to the Turtles. In order to counter the newest evil machinations of the Pantheon's trickster god, the Rat King, he seeks an alliance with the sons of his former archenemy, the late Master Splinter. But are the Turtles prepared to join forces with their merciless executioner from a past life? Can Shredder truly be redeemed? No matter the case, the Armageddon Game is fast approaching, and the only place to find the answers to these burning questions is in... Northampton! Collects the 2022 Annual, issues #131 and 132 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the 2022 Free Comic Book Day TMNT issue. FC • 120 pages • $19.99 • Available March 22nd, 2023. __________________

12-16-2022, 05:41 AM	#3
~~ChosenOne~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 3,951	Krang vs Ch'rell! F*cking called it months, if not years, ago! Utrom civil war, here we go! Man, that #137 cover is gorgeous!

12-16-2022, 06:26 AM	#4
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,872	You know IDW really is still putting out an insane amount of TMNT comics each month, even after apparently sales have cooled down and 10+ years into the series. I'm really glad to see all the output and support, you would think we'd only be getting like 1 TMNT comic a month at this point but man we are spoiled.