TMNT collectors got a rare deal window with a “Pizza Party” pop-up sale: the hosts described everything running at 25–50% off, with auction-style low starting points for some listings. Alongside the discounts, the video also spotlighted specific rare collectibles (including Shattered Comics exclusives, a Michael Doney sketch card, and CGC-graded copies) and ended with a deeper dive into “Eagles of the Vortex,” an unreleased Mirage TMNT-adjacent comic pitch.
If you’re looking for evergreen buying strategy—not just sale hype—this guide breaks down how the event was structured and what collector details to look for when evaluating TMNT lots.
Pizza Party pop-up sale: what’s discounted (25–50% off)
The core announcement was straightforward: this was a “pizza party” special popup show where “everything” was priced at 25–50% off, depending on the item. The discussion also tied the sale to ongoing show momentum and community coordination, with references to a TMNT-themed “pizza” gag that became a recurring bit during the broadcast.
During the event, the hosts referenced pricing adjustments for TMNT-themed inventory (including follow-ups on shipping and price changes tied to specific TMNT day exclusive inventory). While exact discount tiers varied “depending on what it is,” the sale structure was consistent: you could browse discounted slabs, exclusives, and TMNT-related collectibles during the pop-up window.
How the auction tab and community workflow fit together
A key practical element was what the hosts and community planned to run next—especially in the auction tab. The hosts discussed coordinating the next batch of items to auction, including slabs and TMNT items, and treating the auction workflow like a recurring content cycle (not a one-off).
They also spent time on community building before scaling broader activity:
- The stated goal was to grow the Discord and community channels first.
- Later, they talked about converting that participation into selling with incentives like coupons.
- They discussed potential engagement add-ons (for example, a bot-style game concept with a leaderboard), along with the idea that not everything would launch immediately if plans needed time to bake.
The video also mentioned upcoming raid train streams, with the hosts discussing stream length in terms of seller preferences (for example, whether segments would run for about half an hour or about an hour). They also referenced inviting additional sellers into a group chat for future Turtle-related shows and collaboration.
Featured TMNT collectibles during the sale
The “Pizza Party” broadcast didn’t just emphasize discounts—it highlighted several specific collectible categories and items viewers should recognize when shopping.
Shattered Comics exclusives
One recurring highlight was a Shattered Comics exclusive described as “cute” in the moment and explained as a dedicated exclusive item. The discussion also included detailed presentation notes about what made it feel like a premium slab/display item.
If you’re shopping this kind of exclusives-heavy sale, the collector takeaway is to look for distinguishing visual traits and how the item is packaged/presented in the slab.
Michael Doney sketch card (Mikey feeding a dinosaur pizza)
A featured centerpiece was an individually numbered Michael Doney sketch card. The transcript summary notes:
- An individually numbered card (the video mentioned “27/50” or “25/50”).
- The card is signed on the back.
- The sketch depicts Mikey feeding a dinosaur pizza.
For readers scanning listings, the evergreen advice is to search the combination of creator name (Michael Doney), character (Mikey), and the “dinosaur pizza” motif, then verify numbering and signature.
CGC graded TMNT comics
The hosts also discussed CGC-graded copies, including brief mention of a “9.8 moment” (with the transcript summary also referencing a Power Rangers TMNT Eastman-related copy rated 9.8 for a short time).
When shopping slabs, pay attention not only to the grade number but also to what the host says about the item’s context and presentation—because the same character/title can show up across multiple printings, variants, and exclusives.
Pricing strategy for TMNT lots: divide the total by the number of books
One of the most useful evergreen parts of the video was direct collector math.
The host explained that when buying books, they look at the book count and the asking price. Their described method was:
- Take the total price being asked.
- Divide it by the number of books in the lot.
- Decide if the result feels worth it “for me.”
They also referenced a specific example of limited availability described in the transcript summary as “individually numbered 23 out of 25,” with only 25 copies worldwide, tied to a San Diego ComicCon exclusive concept and a TMNT storyline reference (“Shredder looks to the rescue”).
Even if you don’t know the exact story context of every lot, the math method stays useful across sales like this:
- Lots are only “cheap” if the per-book value makes sense.
- Numbering/copy counts can help you gauge how scarcity might affect a fair price.
“Eagles of the Vortex”: unreleased Mirage TMNT-adjacent comic lore
Toward the later part of the video, the hosts shifted from sale items into a mystery: “Eagles of the Vortex.” This was described as a book made by Mirage artists as part of a licensing/pitch effort.
What it is (and why it’s hard to find)
According to the transcript summary, “Eagles of the Vortex” was never released to comic stores or distributors. The discussion suggested these Mirage books may have only surfaced indirectly—potentially through Mirage-related “basement clearances” on eBay after the company shut down.
That unreleased distribution path is the main reason it’s hard to locate in mainstream listings.
Who created it (names mentioned in the discussion)
The transcript summary identifies specific contributors mentioned by the host:
- Jim Lawson (script/pencils)
- Eric Talbet (inks)
- Peter Leard (letters)
- Covers by Jim Lawson and Michael Doney
If you’re building a serious TMNT/Mirage-adjacent collection, these creator names are especially valuable search terms—because they help you verify whether a listing is truly tied to “Eagles of the Vortex” rather than a generic TMNT-adjacent piece.
Other TMNT collecting context referenced during the sale
The video also connected the sale to broader TMNT comic ecosystem topics, including:
- Mentions of Tundra as a publisher (with uncertainty about which book was expected to perform better).
- References to TMNT Adventures comic series context: it began as an adaptation of the 1987 cartoon, later adapted episodes from the 2003 cartoon, and then shifted to original stories starting with issue four. The series was described as abruptly cancelled after seven years.
- A brief mention of a “Volume One Number Eight Remaster” described as limited to 250 copies.
While these topics weren’t the sale itself, they matter because pop-up sales often bundle mixed eras and publishers. Knowing the series context can help you avoid under- or over-valuing a listing.
Tips for shopping this kind of TMNT pop-up event
Based on what was described in the video, here are practical, evergreen steps:
- Watch what’s being run next in the auction tab (slabs and TMNT items were specifically mentioned as part of the auction workflow).
- Use the “divide total price by number of books” method when evaluating lots.
- For numbered exclusives and sketch cards, prioritize creator names, numbering, and what’s depicted (for example, the Michael Doney Mikey “dinosaur pizza” sketch).
- When you see Mirage-related mystery items like “Eagles of the Vortex,” treat creator verification (Jim Lawson, Eric Talbet, Peter Leard, and covers by Lawson/Doney) as a key filter.
Wrap-up
The TMNT “Pizza Party” pop-up sale centered on 25–50% off comics, slabs, exclusives, and TMNT items, paired with auction-style low starting points and a community workflow built around Discord growth and upcoming raid train streams. Just as importantly, the video highlighted concrete collectible details—Shattered Comics exclusives, a Michael Doney sketch card, CGC graded moments, and a rare Mirage-adjacent lore piece called “Eagles of the Vortex,” which was described as never released to distributors.
If you plan to shop events like this, combine the host’s per-book pricing method with careful creator/numbering verification, and you’ll be better positioned to spot true value when discounted listings appear.
