The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles saga continues in this exclusive preview of IDW Publishing’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #146. The series is heading towards a milestone with issue #150, marking writer Sophie Campbell’s final contribution to the iconic franchise. In this upcoming issue, the Turtles face off against the formidable world-eating entity known as Armaggon.
The Background: Setting the Stage for #150
Sophie Campbell’s final issue builds upon the events in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #145, where Donatello, Venus, and Bob delve into the past to investigate Armaggon. Little did they know that their actions would inadvertently lead to the creation of the interdimensional creature. Complicating matters, a future version of Bob has infiltrated the present, aligning with Armaggon and posing as his present self.
Preview of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #146
In this sneak peek into issue #146, Leonardo and April O’Neil discover the absence of Donatello, Venus, and Bob. As they fend off creatures emerging from the wormhole created by Donatello and Venus, they remain unaware that the future Bob is draining April’s QNA (Quantum Neuro-Analyzer) to fuel his master’s plans. The preview teases the unfolding conflict and sets the stage for the imminent clash with Armaggon.
Sophie Campbell’s Remarkable Journey
Sophie Campbell took the reins of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series starting with issue #101, initially planned for only a 12-issue run. However, Campbell’s tenure extended for 50 issues over more than four years. Reflecting on her unexpected journey, Campbell expresses gratitude to the creative team and readers, acknowledging the trust placed in her by Kevin, Tom, Bobby, and Nickelodeon. She also notes the honor of inspiring diverse opinions among readers.
A Look Ahead and Campbell’s Future Involvement
As Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #146 hits the shelves on December 20th, it not only serves as a continuation of the ongoing narrative but also marks the conclusion of Sophie Campbell’s impactful run. Campbell, while taking a break to explore other projects, hints at a potential return to the TMNT universe in the future, emphasizing her deep connection with the series and its devoted fan base.