In an exciting announcement that has thrilled fans of both franchises, comic book company IDW, in collaboration with Viz Media, has revealed a crossover between Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) and Naruto. This highly anticipated four-issue series is set to be released later this year and promises to bring together the best of both worlds in a thrilling new adventure.
Naruto, one of the biggest anime and manga series ever, has sold over 250 million copies of its manga and garnered millions of viewers worldwide. Despite its immense popularity, it is arguably overshadowed in the West by the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Given the massive fan bases of both franchises, a crossover seemed inevitable, and fans’ dreams are finally coming true.
The series is being written by Caleb Goellner, renowned for his work on the Sonic the Hedgehog comics. Hendry Prasetya is providing the illustrations, while Raúl Angulo handles the coloring, and Ed Dukeshire is responsible for the lettering. This all-star lineup is expected to deliver an unforgettable series that fans won’t want to miss.
The cover art for the first issue, created by Jorge Jiménez and Hendry Prasetya, was shared with IGN, showcasing the Turtles in brand-new outfits alongside Naruto’s younger version. The artwork has been met with widespread acclaim for its stunning visuals.
“When teenage reporter April O’Neil has a clandestine meeting with Tsunade, the leader of the Hidden Leaf Village, it garners the attention of Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi. They aren’t the only ones who are wondering what the two women were discussing, though. The sinister Foot Clan have their own interest in April’s visit, as they think she might hold valuable information on mutation research being conducted by the scientist Baxter Stockman. With April caught between the forces of the Hidden Leaf Village and the Foot Clan, it can’t be long before the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles show up to lend her a hand!”
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto #1 is set to be released on November 13, 2024. The collaboration has generated significant excitement, with fans eagerly anticipating the series. There is also hope that this crossover might expand beyond the comic books, potentially leading to an animated project such as an anime series or a feature similar to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
This crossover represents a unique blending of two beloved franchises, promising to deliver a captivating story filled with action, adventure, and the beloved characters from both universes. Fans of TMNT and Naruto alike are sure to be in for a treat when these two iconic worlds collide.