Warning: Spoilers for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto #1
The highly anticipated crossover event of the year brings together the iconic universes of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Naruto. In this exhilarating narrative, hints emerge that Kakashi Hatake, the enigmatic ninja from Konoha, has a surprising connection to Master Splinter, revealing a shared history that dramatically alters both characters’ backstories.
In the inaugural issue, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto #1, crafted by Caleb Goellne, illustrated by Hendry Prasetya, enhanced by Raúl Angulo, and lettered by Ed Dukeshire, we witness a monumental clash where the original Team 7—Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi—encounters the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. As the battle reaches a brief standstill, Kakashi taps into the powers of his Sharingan, unveiling the true identities of the turtles by removing their masks.
Upon revealing their identities, Kakashi greets Splinter with the words, “It’s good to see you again…Hamato Yoshi.” This reference to Splinter’s human form indicates a notable connection, intertwining their respective narratives in a way that opens up numerous possibilities for exploration.
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Kakashi’s acknowledgement of Splinter’s past prior to his transformation as a mutant underscores their prior interactions. This revelation raises intriguing questions about the circumstances of their initial meeting. During the skirmish with Team 7, Kakashi observes Splinter’s fighting style, remarking how it seems familiar. This strongly suggests a previous encounter between the two.
In the rich lore of Naruto, Kakashi was trained at the prestigious Academy in Konoha, which raises the possibility that Hamato Yoshi may have been there as well before his metamorphosis into a rat. Regardless of their specific backgrounds, this character relationship suggests a more profound interconnection—not merely an overlapping of worlds, but rather a reimagining where both universes coalesce into a singular narrative.
This narrative suggests that Splinter began his journey in this fusion universe as an ordinary ninja, like Kakashi and Team 7, prior to his transformation. Now, he operates alongside his turtle sons as a part of their clan, solidifying their bond. Understanding Splinter’s updated origins can significantly shed light on how the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles coexist within the rich tapestry of Naruto’s lore.
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The intriguing kinship between Splinter and Kakashi illustrates how the worlds of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Naruto have been effectively woven together. For instance, instead of being a reporter in New York City, April O’Neil is portrayed as a journalist from “Big Apple Village,”investigating Baxter Stockman’s scheme to create mutant ninjas. Furthermore, the Foot Clan’s role as adversaries to the Hidden Leaf signifies that Shredder exists within this integrated continuity.
This innovative approach redefines Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles lore, firmly establishing it within the universe of Naruto and providing a fresh narrative landscape for fans of both franchises.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto #1 is currently available from IDW Publishing.
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