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Katara vs. Lapis Lazuli. Who Would Win?

I’ve been wanting to do some versus posts between characters from different fandoms. The characters I choose have similar powers to make things interesting. 

Although Katara is an extremely strong waterbender, I don’t think she would win.

Her control in water is smooth and strong, but Lapis is able to control the entire ocean as seen in season 1. Lapis also has wings that can take her as far as space. It’s possible Katara can use her abilities to travel upwards, though she wouldn’t be able to make it to space. 

Also, Lapis doesn’t have regular human blood, so Katara can’t use bloodbending to get an advantage.

Winner: Lapis Lazuli

What are your thoughts? 

Comment any characters with similar powers that I can analyze. 

Thanks for reading! 

Rise Leo Headcanon

I believe Leo would be flustered and insecure around the first few weeks of being in a relationship- particularly a samurai rabbit. *wink*

He would pretend to be someone he’s not like being extra confident. But when his partner tells him how much they care about them, Leo will start being okay in his own skin.

Favorite ROTTMNT Villain?

When it comes to the villains in Rise, my like/dislike ratio is kind of 50/50.

Draxum and Big Mama are great villains, but the other ones like Warren Stone and those crab brothers are not good.

I know that Draxum is not a villain anymore, but he was one for the majority of the show. So, I count him.

If you like or dislike any of the villains I mentioned, that’s cool. Like any character you like.

Draxum's design is so good and I so far really like how the creators' are writing him.

There is finally a main female villain in the TMNT universe! She's so conniving and pretty badass. I mostly enjoy villains who use their brains more rather than fight. But I don't mind intelligent, manipulative villains being crazy strong.

This Shredder is pretty scary. He's insane and has lost all sense of humanity. He took a step further more than 2012 Shredder since he succeeded in killing his own daughter.

Marvel/Gamora Unpopular Opinion

My Opinion: Having 2014 Gamora replace 2019 Gamora was a terrible choice.

The reason why I disliked this writing choice because all the character growth she got is gone. The rest of the Guardians have developed, while Gamora basically got a restart. Plus, Starmora(don’t know the official ship name) is basically left with a lovestruck Peter and a clueless Gamora.

I know that there will be a third Guardians movie, but it’s probably going to be slow since Gamora is going to need some development. Or they might skip over the development and not let us see it.

Anyway, I know this may sound harsh. But, sometimes, characters shouldn’t be brought back to life.

2012 Donatello Headcanon

Leo almost dying twice and Splinter’s death effected Donnie more than the others.

*MENTIONS OF BLOOD & DEATH*

This is one of my favorite headcanons I wrote since I really delve into Donnie’s character even if it is not canon.

I came to the conclusion based on something Donnie said in season 5 in the Monster arc. While in a fight, Donnie mentioned that he hated blood. Someone had a headcanon that Splinter’s death was the reason. After getting stabbed and dropped from a building, there would be a lot of blood, but it was censored.

With Leo, Donnie felt like it was his fault his brother almost died the first time because Leo separated from the group after their argument.

I don’t know if I overanalyzed Donnie’s reaction to Leo’s second near death experience. I know the brothers were all there, but Donnie was sort of the medic and was trying to revive Leo. A lot of things must have been going through his head. Like if he does the wrong or no action, Leo will die and it will be his fault. Everyone would be devastated, but Donnie would make it tougher to handle since he will always wonder, “I healed him once, why couldn’t I do it again?” It would eat away at him of what might have been.

Leo survived, but those questions will never stop running through Donnie’s mind.

Splinter’s death had an affect on him because as I mentioned before, Donnie is the medic of the family. Seeing that he couldn’t do anything to save his father, only hug him along with his brothers. For the first few months, Donnie will try to find ways to prevent someone from dying, so he could save any of his loved ones.

Well, that’s it. Can’t believe I wrote so much.

What do you guys think? 😊❤️

Rise Turtles' Taste in Music Headcanon

This is based on their style and interest in music from the episode “Al Be Back.” The episode is basically about them fighting Albeartos with the power of music.

Raphael: Adele, Beyoncé, Jennifer Hudson, Whitney Houston, Sam Smith, Ariana Grande, and John Legend.

Donatello: Calvin Harris, Zedd, Galantis, Lady Gaga, Alesso, Daft Punk, Disclosure, Broadway Musicals.

Leonardo: Queen, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Journey, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin

Michelangelo: Missy Elliot, NF, Drake, Macklemore, Logic, Twenty One Pilot, Post Malone.

What do you guys think? Comment what you think their favorite artists or songs would be. 😊❤️

Rise Splinter Headcanons

1. A big reason why Splinter is dedicated to being a good father is because his father left his mother and him when he was younger. He doesn’t want his sons to ever feel abandoned and unloved like he did.

It would also be a reason why Splinter took the Turtles in immediately after meeting them.

2. A reason why Splinter lost his athletic build was because he went through a depressive state. He lost of his motivation and missed his past life. If the turtles didn’t stay with him, things would have turned for the worse.

Thoughts? 😊❤️

Favorite Spriggan 12 Member?

I think Irene is my favorite for some reasons.

Her story really made sympathize and respect her in some way. She’s a powerful and loving queen who wanted humans and dragons to live in harmony. Like a queen should, Irene fought with her soldiers and dragon friend, Belserion. I felt awful because of her soldiers’ and husband’s betrayal, and them torturing her. I respected Irene’s love and need to protect Erza, other than her own life. I was sad that the pain she felt in her “human” body caused her depleting mentality. I understand Irene feeling uncomfortable in her body, the constant wish to sleep and the need to scratch her skin.

The only thing that I didn’t like is how she treated Erza. All those words and actions, she took to bring down her daughter was awful. I think she behaved like that because either she saw Erza as a reminder of her missed chance of a new life or Irene’s mental state was so broken that she didn’t know what she was doing.

I was bummed out when Irene committed suicide, but I understand her choice. She didn’t want to kill her daughter, but didn’t want to live either. The pain she went through physically and mentally was too much for her and wanted to be free of the burden.

I believe the reason why she decided to not kill herself before was because she wanted to see her daughter again. The woman she was before was still there, the loving mother she could have been if her awful past didn’t occur.

Most to Least

1. Irene

2. Brandish

3. August

4. Larcade

5. Dimaria

6. Invel

7. God Serena

8. Ajeel

9. Neinhart

10. Wall

11. Bloodman

12. Jacob

Why Aang Not Being The Best Father Works?

A lot of people did not like Aang’s interpretation in LOK. I actually really liked it since it makes sense. Aang is one of the sweetest characters, but he didn’t have a parental example to follow and that plays a big role when you become a parent. Sure he had Monk Gyatso but only until he was twelve. Aang had to grow up without parents. Plus, he added this pressure to restore the Air Nation on himself and it clouded him for a lot of his life.

He just focused on Tenzin more because of his own pressure and wish to bring the Air Nation back. He also wanted to teach his youngest child how to hone his skills.

Aang definitely loved his children and never intentionally wanted his two eldest children to feel they way they did. He wholeheartedly accepted Kya when she came out, and I bet Aang is proud of all the achievements Bumi accomplished as a non bender.

I think some people expect protagonists to be perfect, but them making mistakes is what means to be human. Learning from them especially. Viewers need to know that making mistakes is okay, and how to grow from it.

Thoughts? 😊❤️

What Would Be Your Suicide Squad Dream Team?

I’m curious on what you guys imagined the “perfect” Suicide Squad team. For me, my dream team would be:

Harley Quinn

I love Harley! She is one of my favorite DC characters because of her craziness and whimsy.  

Deadshot

I’ve started liking Deadshot in Injustice 2 and the two Suicide Squad Animated Films(Assault on Arkham/Hell to Pay). I want to know more about him because his story is interesting. 

Enchantress

After seeing her in Injustice 2 and Suicide Squad, I grew really interested her, especially her powers and origin. I didn’t care for her portrayal in the Suicide Squad and want DC to try again. 

Killer Frost

Really liked Frost in Assault on Arkham animated film and really want to see more of her. 

King Shark

Watching King Shark in the HQ animated series made me fall in love with him. I’m so excited for him to appear in The Suicide Squad and hope he is portrayed well. 

Captain Boomerang

This guy is absolutely hilarious in the two SS films. I’m kind of meh with his portrayal in SS (2016), but am excited to see him again. 

Rick Flag

I like characters who are morally good, but is stuck in a situation they are against. I don’t know much about Flag and want to learn more. 

Katana

She is such a badass and her origins are really cool! I want to learn more about her sword and morals. Katana’s design is also pretty amazing. 

Black Manta

Injustice 2 and Young Justice introduced me to this villain and I actually really like him. His abilities are really cool. Like to see more of him. 

Bronze Tiger

First saw him in Hell to Pay and he reminded me of a sort of Batman who kills. He is a great fighter and his chemistry with Deadshot in the movie was cool to see. I want to know more about him. 

Count Vertigo

I mostly added him to the team because of how interesting his powers and origins. I liked him as a villain in Young Justice. 

I know that my list mostly has popular well-known characters, but I’ve always wondered what these characters as a team be like.

The list is long since half or most of them would die in the mission.

What about you guys?

😊❤️

Astrid West, KF x Artemis Daughter

Astrid West is a tough, no-nonsense girl. She’s not afraid to pick a fight with others to protect the innocent. Most of the time, her strive to be a hero stops her from living a regular, civilian life. She’s the type of person who always wears leather jackets and combat boots.

Due to a traumatic event, Astrid has trouble trusting others, and prefers to do things alone. She can be pretty violent when she fights, but it depends on her emotions and how dangerous her opponent is.

Astrid chose to take the mantel of Artemis because she admires her mother. She specializes in archery, gymnastics, and hand-to-hand combat. Her interest and training in archery began when she was six, and grew skilled enough to shoot an arrow blindfolded or with her feet. Athletics is Astrid’s strong point since she is the star player on the track and gymnastics team. She has been offered to attend a school for future Olympic competitors.

Along with her best friend Gwendolyn, Astrid loves dogs. Gwen and her are “mothers” to two dogs named Carla and Gino. When it comes to the two girls’ relationship, they see each other as best friends and sisters. Gwendolyn is the only person who could weaken Astrid’s walls, and get her to listen.

Headcanon for Why MA Raph Lost His Memories

The memories Raph lost during the Mutant Apocalypse are associated by bad or traumatic moments in his life.

I was rewatching Mutant Apocalypse and kind of noticed something. In the beginning, we see that Raph remembers his brothers but not Splinter. Same with Chompy and most likely Mona.

I think after witnessing the Mutagen bomb, his brain was so tired of the mental trauma that it sort of did a reboot. But, only the good memories stayed. Like deleting files in your computer.

Splinter was one of them because his death affected Raph then actually expressed. He saw his dad get killed and couldn’t save him. I think a part of him just wanted to forget.

Chompy and Mona got erased because they are sort of associated with space. Season 4 was not a great place mentally for the characters. Along with everyone, he had this weight on his shoulders to save the Earth, most importantly his loved ones. Plus, Raph constantly stated that he hated space and would get sick.

But, his love for Chompy was so strong, Raph remembered him at first glance.

What do you guys think? 😊❤️

What Are Your LGBTQ+ Headcanons for Any of the Characters?

I’ve got this idea because I’m in a meeting about learning the community and terms. I wanted to do this during Pride month, but forgot.

Any versions you can think of.

Here are mine:

2003 Version:

Leo: Gay

Donnie: Pansexual

Raph: Straight or Bisexual

Mikey: Straight, but is down to do drag for fun. 😁

Usagi: Bisexual

Leatherhead: Gay

2012 Version:

Leo: Demisexual

Donnie: Straight

Raph: Straight

Mikey: Pansexual

Karai: Bisexual

Shini: Bisexual

Tiger Claw: Gay

Bebop: Gay

Rocksteady: Pansexual

Usagi: Bisexual

Rise Version:

Leo: Gay

Donnie: Asexual & Genderqueer

Raph: Straight

Michelangelo: Pansexual

April: Lesbian

Casey: Lesbian

Splinter: Bisexual

Draxum: Gay

What do you guys think? 😊❤️TMNT 2003tmnt 2012rottmnt

Mako & His Development

Most people say Mako didn’t get development at all. I kind of disagree.

When we first meet Mako, he’s a standoffish loner who believed that getting money to protect his brother was his only job. Mako never had his own life because of these worries. By the end of LOK, he’s more open, kind, and gets to do what he wants- be a detective. Mako is free to be a bit selfish and not worry about his brother as much as before. He doesn’t need to be some kind of parent.

I think the reason why people kind of forget about this is because Mako’s development kind of matches his personality. He’s quiet and isn’t one to stand out like the others.

I feel like he is kind of the Toph of the gang. Tbh, I found Toph’s development to be Mako’s-not as in your face. Toph kind of stays the same except becomes more open. It was more of her skills that gained development.

I understand why people say Mako has bad development because of the romance debacle. That plot point messed up some progress in the show.

Thoughts? 😊❤️

April O’Neil(2012) Character Analysis

So, this version of April is pretty controversial, especially beyond this community. Many fans accuse her of being a toxic, manipulative women. Even some fans would use derogatory words. For me, she is not so bad. Not my favorite, but pretty okay.

I’m not trying to convince others to change their minds. I respect everyone’s opinions because everyone matters is many ways. All I want to do is explain how I see April and get some of you guys’ opinions.

Hope you enjoy this analysis! And comment down below if you would like me to analyze another character.

Anyway, here we go.

The Main Issues

Season 2:

This season was where it all began with April hate train.

I think almost everyone can agree that April wasn’t so bad in season one, maybe even likable. At least, I did.

But all that potential love went down the drain once season two started.

The first episode, called “The Mutation Situation,” takes place a few months after they defeat the Kraang and the Shredder disappeared. Everything seemed fine since April’s dad was back and the city hadn’t been attacked. But, the Turtles once again have to face the Kraang and stop them from transporting their mutagen supply. They asked for April and her dad’s help to find the ship, though she had to trick him into doing it. The four brothers destroyed the ship, but they paid the price because all of the mutagen in the ship fell off, scattered across the city. One of the vials was going to drop on April, except her father took the hit and mutated into a human-sized bat.

Kirby kidnaps April and the guys have to save her. Once they did, Michelangelo reveals that him and his brother’s were indirectly responsible for the incident.

April gets so mad and storms off, wishing to never see them again.

Okay, so from my perspective, I understand why April broke down and said those hurtful things the first time. She went through a lot during the first season. With her dad being held captive for so long, getting kidnapped and probed by the Kraang, and being forced to relinquish most of her old life.

I’m surprised she isn’t even a bit traumatized.

When April believed the Kraang were defeated and her dad was safe, she was happy to have her life back in some kind of order. Yet, in basically a day, that whole dream died right in front of her. She was tired of all the fighting, and lost it when she realized she would have to again. In her irrational, emotional mind, I think she was angry at the turtles for more than just accidentally mutating her dad. She associated them as the start to all the craziness she didn’t want.

After everything she went through, April was desperate to have some clarity that she was willing to throw away her close friends.

I’m not saying that she shouldn’t have apologized. April needed to apologize.

What I didn’t condone from this arc was her yelling at Donnie in “Target: April O’Neil.” She went a bit off line and at least should’ve had some sense in what she was saying. Maybe Donnie practically stalking got her upset, but I get why people would get upset with her over that.

 The Love Triangle:

This love triangle was the worst written plot point in this show. I still love the show, but god this needed so much work.

I believe there were some Apritello shippers around season one. I kind of shipped them.

This ship was ruined once season two came around with that April arc and introducing Casey.

I love Casey, but he was mostly used as a plot device for the love triangle. He had so much more potential than what he got.

Based on the comments about the triangle, most people have an issue with their belief that April was manipulating the guys and how unclear the status of either Apritello or Capril.

I just got to say that poor April was dragged through the mud because of the writer’s mistakes. They confused the h*ll out of us, or at least me, with all the will they, won’t they switcheroo. It was hard to tell if April liked Donnie, Casey, both, or none of them. I think the main goal with this triangle was the writers indecision to either follow the 2003 version’s lead with Capril or go their own path with Apritello. If they had decided, this plot point would have been so much better.

To be honest, I think the writers stopped April from making a decision to make the show “interesting. ”In season 3, it seemed like April wanted to be with Donnie. Casey and her were also acting more like friends instead of love interests. Yet, in the first episode of season 4, they had to make him get love struck over her new outfit.

Ughh... the writers confused me too much.

I think it didn’t come to fans’ minds that maybe April was confused with her feelings. Maybe she liked both guys and didn’t reject both of them outright because of her need to clear her head. Sure, it was a bad idea to be honest with them, but people make mistakes.

 “The Power Inside Her”:

People are a bit harsh towards April in this episode. I totally get how they feel, though their hate for her could have clouded their judgment.

The biggest complaint I have seen about this episode is the fans being angry with April for not breaking from the alien’s control. Compared to the aeon, Za-Naron, April is a not that experience with her mental powers. Communicating or using their mental powers is normal for the Aeons, while April figured out how to use them a few months or a year ago. As she kept the crystal, Za-Naron control over her grew stronger. I think that if any other character like Leo or Donnie, fans would be more lenient since their writing was way better.

Of course, April needed to apologize for temporary killing Donnie, and hurting her friends; good thing she did. I don’t hold it against her as much as other fans.

 Conclusion:

After finishing the analysis, I concluded that April is a victim of bad writing instead of a terrible character. I know there’s an argument that the writing doesn’t really play a part with liking or disliking a character, but it does. Writers decide every character’s actions and create the person they’ll become. Reducing April to a plot device for romance was terrible. Not seeing April’s potential was one of the greatest disappointments in TMNT 2012.

If you still don’t like April, that’s fine. I’m not trying to change your mind. All I want is to open their perspectives and see that all the hate April gets can be explained.

Hope you enjoyed this analysis. Comment down below your thoughts.

Do you agree or disagree?

Thanks for reading! 😊❤️

My Leosagi Fic! 💙

Hi everyone! I'm new to Tumblr and am excited to be here. This is my Rise Leosagi fic I'm writing. It's on AO3 and is a lot of fun to write. Comment your thought on it since I want to grow as a new Rise of TMNT fanfic writer! Thank you to anyone who reads it! 😊❤️

Here's the link: https://archiveofourown.org/users/MyFairyTitanSins