TMNT Saturday Morning Adventures II #39 — When Muckman Answers the Call
The Turtles face a new threat in the form of energy vampire Wyrm, and their only hope lies with a hero who is less than subtle about his approach. Erik Burnham and Sarah Myer deliver another delightfully chaotic chapter in the Saturday Morning Adventures series, featuring the one and only Muckman.
There is a specific kind of joy found in the TMNT Saturday Morning Adventures line. It captures that nostalgic, campy, Saturday-morning-cartoon energy where the stakes feel huge but the tone remains playful and bright. This is a world where the heroes can be goofy, the villains are creative, and the solution to a problem is never just "punch harder." It’s a comfort read that manages to be genuinely funny and heartfelt, and it continues to earn its place on my desk week after week.
In this latest issue, the Turtles find themselves in a sticky situation. Scumbug has returned, and this time he’s not alone—he’s brought a brand-new secret weapon to the table. Enter Wyrm, an energy vampire whose powers are potent enough that the Turtles know they can’t take him on solo. They need a countermeasure, a secret weapon of their own to match this new threat. The question isn’t just how they’ll win, but who on earth could possibly stand up to Wyrm’s terrible abilities?
The answer, naturally, is someone you probably aren’t expecting. The Turtles turn to Muckman. Yes, really. If you know the TMNT lore, you know Muckman isn’t your typical caped crusader. He’s messy, he’s loud, and he’s definitely not the subtle type. But in a battle of extremes, sometimes you need someone who operates on a completely different frequency. Watching the Turtles navigate this alliance with a hero who is as much hazard as helper is pure comedy gold, delivered with warmth and genuine affection for the characters.
Sarah Myer’s art is a perfect match for this tone. Her linework is clean and expressive, capturing the exaggerated emotions and kinetic action that define the series. Whether it’s the Turtles’ panic or Muckman’s… unique presence, Myer brings a lively energy to the pages that makes every spread a delight. Pairing that with Erik Burnham’s sharp, character-driven writing creates a read that feels both fresh and deeply familiar.
If you haven’t dived into the Saturday Morning Adventures line yet, now is a wonderful time to start. It’s a series that rewards long-time fans with deep-cut references while remaining totally accessible to newcomers. And if you do pick up this issue, keep an eye out for the cover—it’s a great teaser for the chaos ahead. These books move fast, so if you want to catch this chapter, it’s best not to wait too long.