Donatello is one of the four mutated turtles raised and trained by ninja master Hamato Yoshi.
History[]
In the debut issue of the comics, the backstory of the Hero Turtles origin is told. Donatello's mutation is shown in the flashback. Free Mini Comic
Croc Wars[]
When a report comes in that April O'Neil has gone missing, the Turtles immediately go in search of her. After Donatello is captured by Bebop and Rocksteady, the remaining Turtles and Splinter invade the Technodrome. They free both Don and April.
The Ambush![]
Raphael is at the wheel of the Turtle Van in order to give it a test drive, while in the seat behind him, Leonardo issues maneuvering instructions. Determined to give the van a flat-out test drive, Raphael takes the van into a hard braking turn and then drives the van up a ramp and over a stack of old tires. As they land, Raphael checks on everyone in the back. Donatello assures him they are okay.
One of our Turtles is Missing![]
After Donatello is injured during the explosion of one of his inventions, he wakes up with amnesia. Taking advantage of this, Shredder introduces himself as "John Smith" and convinces Donatello that the Turtle is his weapons technician. Shredder captures the other Turtles and almost kills them in the Turtle Crusher, but Michelangelo jogs Donatello's memory by throwing him a slice of pizza, allowing Don to save them.
Powers and abilities[]
- Ninjutsu: Donatello is well-versed in the art of ninjutsu, although on-page it is not displayed as much more than the ability to fight.
- Ingenuity: Don's quick thinking has saved the day on many occasions.
- Technological expertise: Although not as prominent as some other incarnations, Donatello is still crafty with machinery and devises some unique devices, although they do not always function as expected.
Weapons and equipment[]
- Bandana
- Belt
- Joint pads
- Bō