It's time to kick it old-school, with this epic stop motion remake of the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series opening theme.

With over 4,000 individual pictures, Kyle Roberts and crew wanted to recreate the nostalgic 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon introduction in stop motion. Artist, Nathan Poppe, created over 60 hand-drawn images to establish a bright and vibrant backdrop to complement Roberts' use of action figures. The original TMNT theme song was covered by Oklahoma native band, The Boom Bang, in their "garage surf punk" style. Each of these pieces can stand alone by themselves, but when infused together they create a radical tribute.

Sponsored by the Toy and Action Figure Museum, curator Kevin Stark designed many of the pieces in the original 1990 TMNT toy line.

Music by The Boom Bang Bang. Thanks to Kyle Roberts for the tip!

TMNT Stop Motion Intro:

Making of:

Here's a look at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Micro Series #3: Donatello from IDW Publishing, in stores tomorrow (Wednesday, February 29).

Brian Lynch (w) ' Ross Campbell (a) ' David Petersen, Campbell (c) The 'brains' of the Turtles steps out on his own in this unique tale! Intrigued by a cutting-edge science fair, Donatello goes incognito in public to get his fill of the latest tech. Little does he know that the fair is hosted by none other than Baxter Stockman-and he's holding a competition to see who can create the best gizmo to find the Turtles first! It's up to Don to out-geek the geeks, all while keeping his cover! Don't miss this awesome, fun-filled adventure! Art by Wet Moon's Ross Campbell!

Here's a look at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #7 from IDW Publishing, in stores tomorrow (Wednesday February 22).

Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman (w) o Eastman (layouts) o Dan Duncan (a) o Duncan, Eastman (c) Baxter Stockman. General Krang. These Turtle villains have largely kept to the shadows... until now. Baxter is determined to capture the Turtles before Krang comes to New York... and he just might have the perfect invention to complete his task. And if that wasn't enough, don't forget Old Hob is still in the picture! Trouble for the Turtles abounds!

PLEASE NOTE: This issue has multiple covers that will ship randomly.

Here's a peak at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #4, in stores tomorrow (November 30).

The climactic conclusion to the Turtles' triumphant return to comics! The final pieces of the Turtles' mysterious origin are revealed as the Turtles move closer to finding their lost brother Raphael. There's just one thing in their way... an angry, mangy mutant alley cat named Old Hob... and he's got an entire gang to back him up! It's a battle royale on the mean streets of New York and Turtles lore will be forever rewritten! Don't miss it!

The Heroes in a Half-Shell have rarely looked so quite so badass. Check out artist Jeff Chapman's take on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Donatello

Leonardo

Michelangelo

Raphael

One week after it's release, IDW Publishing's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 has sold out, and a second printing is on the way with a new variant from TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman. It's an auspicious beginning for the TMNT's new life at IDW, who will also be reprinting the classic first run of the series at Mirage Studios, beginning with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection Volume 1, set for release in October.

They're back! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles return with an all-new #1 tomorrow (August 24) courtesy of IDW Publishing. Written by Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz with art by Dan Duncan, a new age begins for the TMNT. It ships with one of four variant covers which, when joined, form the image above. Check out the preview below featuring tons of exclusive variant covers and a sneak peek at the all new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1!

They're BACK! This summer, the original heroes in a half-shell make a triumphant return to comics! Leonardo, Donatello, Michaelangelo, and Raphael reunite to bring their ninja aptitude and teenage attitude to IDW Publishing in this all-new, action-packed series.

Featuring a cast of familiar characters-Master Splinter, April O'Neill, Casey Jones, and more-and true to the spirit of the original comics created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES are bigger and badder than ever, and ready to rock old and new fans alike!

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Look, at this point, if you're of recruiting age odds are better than average you're going to end up in some war or another. You might as well be a badass ninja while you're at it. The enemy is holed up in the sewers with pizzas of mass destruction!

I have no idea where you can sign up for the FOOT, but you can buy this awesome print by by artists Emily Bawn and Brandon Schaefe here.

It's a good time to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan. While we wait out the 2012 debut of the new CG animated series from current rights-holders Nickelodeon, there's a brand new TMNT comic series on the way from IDW Publishing.

The new Turtles title, announced today at Wondercon, will hit stores this summer.

Very cool to see Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael in the hands of IDW, a publisher with a rock-solid record of staying true to what's great about much-loved licensed titles while still pro  (see G.I. Joe, Transformers, Star Trek, etc.)