Saved by the Shell
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 132 • uncommon
- Set
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Collector number
- 132
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Leonardo Santanna
- Market price
- $0.31
What it does
This spell costs 1 generic mana less to cast if you control a Turtle.
Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. It gains trample, hexproof, and indestructible until end of turn.
"I LOVE being a turtle!"— Michelangelo
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The 'Saved by the Shell' card, numbered 132 in the original 1989 Topps Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trading card set, reflects the peak of the franchise's initial explosion in popularity. Released during the era when the animated series and original comic book aesthetic were dominating youth culture, these cards were intended to capitalize on the Turtles' widespread appeal by offering character bios and humorous imagery. This specific card focuses on the core themes of friendship and teamwork, which were central to the branding strategy developed by Mirage Studios and the show's producers to make the characters relatable to children.
The visual language of the card draws heavily from the vibrant, somewhat gritty illustration style that defined early TMNT merchandise. The card was produced by Topps, which utilized the distinct personality-driven character designs established in the 1987 television show to create a collectible narrative. It was received by fans as a staple of the broader card set, which remains highly regarded today for its role in cementing the franchise's presence in pop culture history through the nostalgic aesthetic of late-80s printed media.
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