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Although there's nothing incredibly new or exciting, January's TMNT Box was still very nice and worth the price of a subscription. Image Source: Justin W.
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A Nostalgic and Classy TMNT Box – January 2018

by Justin W
written by Justin W

The first TMNT Box of 2018 is officially here, and it’s looking pretty darn good. Although this package contained a few familiar items, everything included was either nostalgic or stylish in some way. This time around, we have yet another exclusive TMNT t-shirt featuring original artwork, an additional TMNT collectible coin and a really nice TMNT pin. Say what you will about a potential lack of creativity, but I think January’s subscription box was definitely a winner.

SPLINTER T-SHIRT

This Raphael pin is based on the original depiction of the character in the Mirage TMNT comics. Image Source: Justin W.

This Raphael pin is based on the original depiction of the character in the Mirage TMNT comics. Image Source: Justin W.

This isn’t the first time the TMNT Box has sent us a Splinter t-shirt, but unlike the last shirt they sent, this one is much more elegant. The design of this TMNT t-shirt is very simplistic, but it’s also incredibly respectful of the character. After all, Master Splinter is a rather soft-spoken mentor who uses his staff only when necessary, and this artwork does a fantastic job of depicting that side of his nature.

RAPHAEL LAPEL PIN

If you’ve been paying attention to these reviews, chances are that you’re aware of the awesome Michelangelo pin that was shipped with the November 2017 TMNT Box. The collectible pin in question was based on artwork from the Mirage comics, and it would appear that they have decided to continue with this design concept. As you can see, January’s package came with a very similar Raphael pin. I don’t know about you, but I couldn’t be happier to see yet another TMNT pin based on the origins of our heroes in a half shell.

SPLINTER/SHREDDER COIN

These TMNT coins have become a very familiar sight over the past year, so it probably won’t surprise anyone to see them yet again in this package. That said, it’s worth noting that this TMNT coin includes Shredder — a character that originally appeared on the first collectible coin they created. At this point, it would appear that the TMNT Box has officially run out of ideas for these items. With all of that said, Splinter and Shredder work very well as different sides of the same coin, so it’s fair to say that this a pretty nice addition to the box.

Splinter represents just one side of the coin in this TMNT Box. Image Source: Justin W.
Although we've seen Shredder on a previous coin, he plays well off of his nemesis on the opposite side. Image Source: Justin W.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Yes, it grows a little tiresome seeing yet another coin, pin, and t-shirt in the TMNT Box. Nonetheless, it must be said that the design concept behind each item in this package was very strong. I was very happy to see yet another TMNT pin based on the mirage comics, and I really enjoyed the simplistic Splinter t-shirt as well. While I remain hopeful that 2018 will bring some new ideas and interesting new collectibles to the table, I have to admit that this subscription box is still very much worth the price of only $9.99 a month.

What do you think? Are you tired of seeing the same type of collectible every month? Have you been enjoying the original pins and coins they have created for the TMNT Box? Share your thoughts and opinions either in the comments below or on Facebook/Twitter.

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Splinter is looking pretty cool in this month's TMNT Box! Image Source: Justin W.
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An Eclectic Selection of Exclusive Collectibles – November 2017 TMNT Box Review

by Justin W
written by Justin W

One look at the image above will likely surprise some of our readers. Needless to say, the limited edition t-shirt design on display here is one of the big ticket items included in this package. This artwork might be much louder than anything else we’ve seen from the subscription box thus far, but it’s also one of the most unique Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles products I have ever seen. In addition to the shirt, this box also contained a few smaller collectibles that just about any fan can enjoy. With that said, let’s take a look at the contents of this month’s TMNT Box!

Don't act like you aren't going to wear this Splinter t-shirt next June! Image Source: Justin W.

Don’t act like you aren’t going to wear this Splinter t-shirt next June!

SPLINTER T-SHIRT

This exclusive TMNT t-shirt design comes to us from artist Zachary B. Friedberg and the artwork is entitled “No Shredder, No Shoes, No Problem.” Although the colors and concept on display here may not be of interest to some fans, I can personally see myself wearing this with a hoodie or a Hawaiian shirt during the spring and summer months.

Perhaps November is an odd time of year to promote this kind of graphic tee, but it’s still an excellent piece of original art which you won’t find anywhere else. I’ve got two Splinter t-shirts now, and I have to say that this one might actually be my favorite.

 

RAPHAEL/ROCKSTEADY COLLECTIBLE COIN

Raphael marks the last turtle included on these collectible coins.
Rocksteady joins Bebop from last month's TMNT Box.

As you can see, TMNT Box has decided to continue their work with these awesome collectible coins. This month brings us Raphael and Rocksteady, two of the most hot-headed characters in the entire franchise.

I could be wrong, but I believe this marks the final turtle in the series, which would mean that any further coins would have to feature different heroes and villains. Thankfully, there are still quite a few people and mutants in the turtle-verse to continue this series of coins for quite some time!

 

Mikey is looking very nice on this collectible TMNT pin! Image Source: Justin W.

Mikey is looking very nice on this collectible TMNT pin!

MIRAGE MICHELANGELO COLLECTIBLE PIN

In my humble opinion, this collectible pin might actually be the best item in the entire box. With artwork taken from the original Mirage comics, the Michelangelo pin included in November’s TMNT Box is sure to please pretty much any long time fan.

Personally, I’m hoping this is just the first of all four Mirage turtles in pin form! One thing is for sure – I am definitely wearing this pin to my next convention. Say what you will about the rest of this subscription box, but I don’t think anyone could come up with anything negative about this fantastic item.

 

FINAL THOUGHTS

Even though the Splinter t-shirt might not be every fan’s cup of tea, I doubt anyone will complain about that Michelangelo pin. While the graphic tee is worth anywhere from $10-$20, it’s fair to assume that both the pin and the coin would fetch around $5-$10 on the open market. That puts the value of this box at anywhere from $20-$40, which is pretty darn good for a $9.99 monthly subscription. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have much to complain about when it comes to November’s TMNT Box.

What do you think? Is the Splinter t-shirt a little too loud for your tastes? Do you want to see more collectible coins and pins? Share your thoughts on this TMNT Box either in the comments below or on Facebook/Twitter.

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