Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-27062516-20151204003016

SEASON 1


 * 1) 1-The Gauntlet--**keep these as short as I can** It almost didn't make the top spot. Still, it was such an important and big episode. Even though there was a lot going on it still didn't feel like things got in the way that much.


 * 1) 2- It Came From the Depths--A great introductory episode for the powerful, sympathetic, just-can't-catch-a-break Leatherhead. A good amount of humor and the chance to also develop and show off Mikey's true weapon: his heart.


 * 1) 3-Never Say Xever--A great development episode for Leo coupled with some of the best lines of the season as well as beautifully directed action!


 * 1) 4-Showdown--Two major fights interspersed with good character moments, good lines, great vocal performances, and outstanding direction. Leo's development into the kind of leader he needs to become also comes full cirlce in a near sacrifice...and the end of his favorite cartoon series.


 * 5-I, Monster--What can I say? I've been a sucker for Jeffrey Combs since TNBA and TFP (wish he was every Ratchet from now on). To be honest, that's probably the only reason it makes the top 5. ...Oh well.

BOTR-Panic in the Sewers, New Girl in Town, TCRI

SEASON 2


 * 1) 1-Slash and Destroy--The most psychological episode of any in TMNT history...and character too until it was resolved WAY too quickly! Raph basically came face to face with his inner darkness and it was awesome to watch!


 * 1) 2-Into Dimension X--Just an awesome episode that showed both a different side to Mikey, what he's capable of, and how much he cares for LH's well being. It's always great to see the big guy too and it's even better when Mikey's bros become the comedy relief for once.


 * 1) 3-Metalhead Rewired--An episode no one saw coming, I'm sure. So many faces return and intersect with the Kraang as well as an unexpected sacrifice and you've got another great Season 2 episode.


 * 1) 4-The Invasion--The season finales start becoming more explosive and ratcheting up the ante where the goal becomes more about survival instead of winning. Leonardo must also be mentioned here since, now that his leadership development was over in "Showdown", he shows both his resolve, will, and hatred of his foes.


 * 1) 5-Vengeance is Mine--The first of many episodes that show the pain Splinter and Leo in turn have towards Karai's/Mia's current state. A humorous and fun escape, great reunion, and (most notably) unbearably tragic falling apart push the TMNT franchise in a character direction it hasn't gone before.

BOTR-The Legend of the Kuro Kabuto, Wrath of Tiger Claw, The Manhattan Project

SEASON 3


 * 1) 1-Tale of the Yokai--Saki finally gets the development and backstory he deserves, as well as exploring Yoshii's past flaws. Kudos must also be given to Tang Shen's innocent and heartfelt portrayal. The turtles struggle in changing and not changing certain parts of the past and future is also well portrayed. The time travel element is also used to near perfection.


 * 1) 2-Annihilation Earth--A masterpiece of symbolism, imagery, character development, and action. The ending, while not perfect, is such a game-changer that it's near the point of well realized ambition!


 * 1) 3-Vision Quest--A beautiful opening gives way to a magnificent getting-back-into-form training session that truly as psychological as it is physical.


 * 1) 4-Casey Jones vs. the Underworld--A decent reconciliation of the realistic mob grounded melodrama and the fantasy world of supervillains and heroes. Great action, moments of character, motivation, and humor are also brought forth.


 * 1) 5-Battle for New York--A messy two-parter that is stabilized with much anticipated old faces, the Mutanimals' animated debut, easy over-the-top action, recaptured elements of "Into Dimension X", and the resolution to the "Invasion" arc.

BOTR-Buried Secrets, The Pig and the Rhino, Race with the Demon

TOP 5 EVER SO FAR: #1-Slash and Destroy, #2-Tale of the Yokai, #3-Into Dimension X, #4-The Gauntlet, #5-It Came From the Depths 