From kaiju-sized threats to cybernetic horror and a major push toward issue #300, May proves the TMNT line is firing on all cylinders.
May is shaping up to be a huge month for the Turtles, and IDW,
through AIPT, has unveiled an awesome first look at what’s ahead across the entire line. Not only are things heating up across multiple books, but also the march toward
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #300 and “The City That Never Dies” storyline is getting closer by the week.
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to jump in or lock in your pull list, this is it.
TMNT #18 (on sale 5/13)
The Ujigami saga reaches its breaking point
The main series continues to swing big, delivering one of the wildest visuals of the arc as Donatello finds himself inside the ribcage of a towering skeletal monster. With Splinter restored but still fractured, the stakes are as emotional as they are explosive.
The real focus is on putting the Hamato family back together, even as the threat escalates around them. That core theme continues to define this run, and it is exactly why you should have this book on your pull list right now.
With #300 on the horizon, every issue is building toward something major.
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
Update (5/13):Splinter is back, but not fully. His essence is fractured, leaving the Turtles with an impossible task: make their master whole again while battling a monstrous threat pulled straight from beyond the veil. The Shinigami isn’t done, and what it unleashes here pushes Clan Hamato to its limit. These new pages tease a finale that looks as emotional as it is explosive, with Williams delivering the kind of dynamic, high-impact visuals that have defined this run.
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18' Color Page Preview | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18' Color Page Preview | Courtesy IDW |
TMNT: Shredder #8 (on sale 5/20)
Shredder vs. techno-horror
If you’re not reading Shredder, you’re missing one of the most intense books in the line right now.
The Dog Star Clan has been overtaken by a terrifying cybernetic infection, turning warriors into grotesque machine hybrids. Shredder is not backing down. He is charging straight into the chaos, even as the threat evolves beyond simple steel and skill.
The series leans hard into brutal action while pushing Shredder into a darker, more unsettling space. This one continues to hit hard every month.
In Shredder #8, Dan Watters and Sid Kotian continue their brutal reinvention of Oroku Saki’s world. The Dog Star Clan has been overtaken by a horrifying cybernetic infection, twisting bodies into something grotesque and barely human. Shredder is not the type to hesitate, though, and this preview makes it clear he’s ready to cut through whatever stands in his way, even if steel alone may not be enough.
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| 'TMNT: Shredder #8' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'TMNT: Shredder #8' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
Tales of the TMNT #6 (on sale 5/20)
Fugitoid steps up
The Tales series continues to expand the Mutant Mayhem universe with a high-stakes showdown.
With the Turtles trapped alongside Zog and enemies closing in, Fugitoid is forced to take control of the situation. Drawing on both his humanity and his training, he steps into the spotlight in a big way.
It’s a mission to keep the Turtles alive, but also for Fugitoid to discover himself.
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| 'Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #6' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
Then there’s Tales of the TMNT #6, written by Andrew Joustra with art by Louie Joyce, pulling from the energy of the newest animated series. This time, the spotlight shifts to Fugitoid, who is forced to step up in a big way. With the Turtles trapped deep within the E.P.F. alongside Zog, and threats like Blanque and Bishop closing in, Fugitoid has to rely on both his humanity and his ninja training to survive. It’s a fun, high-stakes setup that blends sci-fi chaos with classic TMNT heart.
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| 'Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #6' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
TMNT: Saturday Morning Adventures #37 (on sale 5/27)
Panda Khan enters the chaos
Things get wild in Saturday Morning Adventures as Panda Khan makes his long-awaited debut.
A warrior from another dimension lands in New York, bringing sword-swinging action and a battle against sinister sorceresses. The result is pure Saturday morning chaos in the best way possible.
Not only is this a fun throwback, but also a reminder of how versatile the TMNT universe can be.
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| 'TMNT: Saturday Morning Adventures #37' Preview | Courtesy IDW |
Update (5/6) - TMNT: Shredder #11 covers:Courtesy of AIPT |
| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder #11' Cover A | Mateus Santolouco | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder #11' Cover B | Bernie Roth | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder #11' Cover C | Ash Wood | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder #11' Variant 1-10 Full Art Cover | Bernie Roth | Courtesy IDW |
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| 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder #11' Variant RI 1-25 Full Art Cover | Ash Wood | Courtesy IDW |
On sale this week
- TMNT: Saturday Morning Adventures #36
Coming up
Don’t miss what’s next
From kaiju battles to cybernetic nightmares to multiversal warriors, May shows just how deep and diverse the TMNT line has become.
With #300 on the horizon, the current run is clearly laying the groundwork for something bigger. With Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #300 and “The City That Never Dies” fast approaching, now is the time to make sure the main series is on your pull list.
And if you like your action sharp and relentless, Shredder should be locked in too.
The Turtles are firing on all cylinders right now. Don’t get left behind.
Update (5/6): On the shelves this week, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ongoing Compendium Vol. 1 arrives, collecting the first 50 issues of IDW’s acclaimed run in one massive volume. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to jump in, this is it. Also out this week is TMNT: Journeys #9.
Looking ahead, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #18 hits next week as the series continues its march toward issue #300, with major developments already reshaping the landscape. It’s a key moment for the line, and one worth following closely. Also on deck is TMNT Adventures Compendium Vol. 2 in hardcover.
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Originally published: April 22, 2026.
