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ROTTMNT Appreciation Post #1: Raphael

Rise Raph is definitely a different beast from his other counterparts, but I absolutely love him for it.

He's such a sweet, caring older brother to the rest of the turtles. He may baby them sometimes, but you can tell that he's trying to let them be independent for the most part. He's also generally kind and altruistic. His idea of being a hero is just helping others out and protecting New York City, no fame or glory attached. He works toward that goal without expecting to be rewarded; he just loves his home. That's a heroic character if I've ever seen one.

He's also such a cinnamon roll! You'd expect his buff, six-foot-tall self to be tough and terrifying--and he certainly can be when someone hurts one of his loved ones. But if his Teddy Bear Town frequent shopper card, teddy bear onesie pajamas, and constant gushing over Mayhem are anything to go by, he loves cute stuff.

Whether he's a baby snapping turtle the size of your palm, or an absolute unit with a passion for smashing villains' faces in, Raph is sweet, loving, and wholesome. :)