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Get Ready for More Tales of the TMNT in ‘Tear in Time’ Sequel
IDW Publishing is continuing the Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics with a new arc, *Tear in Time*, as the animated series has been cancelled and the *Mutant Mayhem* film sequel is still some way off. Writer Andrew Joustra says the story will bring together characters from the film, television series and earlier comic arcs, expanding this corner of the franchise’s continuity.
The arc will feature Renet Tilley and put the fate of the Tales universe at stake. A preview includes a cover showing the Turtles in costumes inspired by other TMNT stories, including *The Last Ronin*, *Fast Forward*, the 2003 animated series and *Rise of the TMNT*. *Coastal Chaos* #3 is due on 18 November, followed by *Tear in Time* #1 on 16 December.
In short
- IDW is launching a new Tales of the TMNT comic arc.
- Tear in Time brings together characters across the franchise.
- The first issue is due on 16 December.
Explained simply
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are a long-running franchise about four mutant turtles who live in New York and fight crime. Their stories appear across comics, animated series and films, with different versions introducing new characters and settings.
IDW Publishing is the company behind the current comic series. This story brings together characters from the recent film and television versions as well as earlier comics, including Renet Tilley, a character associated with time travel. It matters to readers because it connects parts of the franchise that have usually been told in separate stories.