Pigeon Pete is an animal-born mutant pigeon appearing in Tales of the TMNT.
Personality[]
Pigeon Pete, once an ordinary bird, underwent a remarkable transformation after exposure to a combination of Michelangelo's blood and a mysterious chemical. He mutated into a humanoid form, retaining his bird-like characteristics, such as flying capabilities, pigeon noises, and instinctual behaviors like grooming and foraging. After being struck by an electric net, Pete's vocal abilities evolved, allowing him to speak perfectly, albeit still squatting and pooping like a pigeon, showcasing his unique blend of traits. Despite his unorthodox appearance and behaviors, Pete proved to be exceptionally intelligent and resourceful. He demonstrated a talent for reading, having perused a newspaper before it was repurposed as bathroom material, and used this skill to uncover a sinister plot by East River Three villains to steal a valuable pearl from the museum. With his quick wit and sharp eyes, Pete deciphered the news article, showcasing his analytical mind. As a trusted ally to the TMNT, Pete brings his distinct perspective, intelligence, and loyalty to the team, all while maintaining his endearing pigeon quirks.
History[]
Pigeon Pete was originally an ordinary pigeon at the zoo before Michelangelo and Rod came at the latter's request to be a mutant. After extracting blood, Michelangelo chose not to inject Rod with it, which result in a struggle, leading to the vial of mutant blood falling into a hazardous disposal bin, where it combined with an unknown chemical before Pete got in and came in contact with it, effectively mutating as a result. Pete formed a close friendship with Mikey and Rod, helping them fight Mechazoid 03. Mikey Does the Right Thing
Pete, Mikey and Rod managed to reach Bishop Robotics, where they confronted the creator of the Mechazoids, Josefina Bishop, but spent most of the battle hiding. When the Mechazoid army rebelled against Bishop, Pete arrived at the moment to launch the bomb that disabled the Mechazoids, but was left with an electric shock, which struck the Turtles when they high five each other. With New York City saved again, Pete gained popularity as a hero and starts a friendship with Leatherhead.Night of the Mechazoids
When the Mutanimals stayed in the lair during the flood, Pete had been using Raphael's bed as a bathroom instead of using newspaper Leonardo laid out. Eventually, he gets in a fight with Wingnut, until Splinter, sick and tired of the arguments and jackhammer noises, sends them out on different errands with Leo taking Pete.Raph vs. Water
During their run, Pete doesn't obey most of Leo's commands before spotting Mustang Sally's movements through his thermal eyesight and goes topside. He flies all over the city during the evacuation while searching for the mutants, gaining the attention of the New York Police Department. They believe him to be a rogue mutant before Leo explains the situation, only to be dragged away by Pete, who ends up defecating all over Hauser, whose lifelong fear of birds, brands the former a fugitive monster. Following Sally to the pump station, Pete and Leo end up finding themselves targeted but Hauser and the EPF before the former managed to ensnare Pete with an electrified net, this helped Pete get the courage to speak to Leo before they use a regular pigeon to take the former's place in order to escape the pump station before it exploded, Pete revealing it was a diversion for the East River Three to steal the pearl from the museum opposite the station.Leonardo Saddles Up
See also[]
- Character gallery: Pigeon Pete
- Animation gallery: Pigeon Pete
- Appearances of Pigeon Pete