Amid the action-packed world of Destiny 2, a player has injected a dose of nostalgia and creativity by integrating Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles elements into the game's armor sets. The infusion of 'Turtle Power' has resulted in visually captivating armor customizations, each representing one of the beloved pizza-loving reptilian heroes through clever arrangement of armor pieces and color shaders.
The vibrant and imaginative community of Destiny 2 continues to push boundaries, as seen in various crossover cosmetic sets available in the Eververse store. While some collaborations, like God of War and Assassin's Creed, have been well-received, others, such as the recent Destiny 2 Ghostbusters pack, have received a lukewarm response.
However, the real magic unfolds when passionate fans channel their creativity into the game. One such fan, known as I_am_Rezix, shared an impressive array of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-inspired armor designs on the Destiny 2 subreddit. By utilizing parts tailored for a Titan Guardian and carefully selecting color schemes through shader setups, each armor set mirrors the distinctive characteristics of Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo.
Central to I_am_Rezix's creation is the Wolf-Kissed Plate chest piece, reminiscent of the iconic armor from Assassin's Creed Valhalla, which emulates a turtle shell with its prominent circular shield. Complementing this, the Parade Helm from the Destiny 2: Into the Light update resembles the turtles' bandanna-clad faces, while additional components like the Exotic Augmented Auspice arms, Retro-Grade TG2 legs, and Midnight Exigent class item complete the ensemble.
The Destiny 2 community showered praise on I_am_Rezix's attention to detail, particularly highlighting the precise choice of armor shaders that maintain the turtles' signature green skin tone while individualizing each character with appropriate colors. This meticulous approach captures the essence of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, a nod to the animated series that has captivated audiences for generations.
Destiny 2 TMNT Custom Armor Shaders
Michelangelo (Yellow/Gold)
- Head: Burnished Reed
- Arms: Burnished Reed
- Chest: Night Vision
- Legs: Burnished Reed
- Class Item: Duskbloom
Leonardo (Blue)
- Head: Highlander
- Arms: Highlander
- Chest: Flavedo Core
- Legs: Highlander
- Class Item: Omolon Meteor Gloss
Donatello (Purple/Pink)
- Head: Smashing Success
- Arms: Smashing Success
- Chest: Flavedo Core
- Legs: Smashing Success
- Class Item: Smashing Success
Raphael (Red/Orange)
- Head: Smashing Success
- Arms: Smashing Success
- Chest: Flavedo Core
- Legs: Smashing Success
- Class Item: Smashing Success
The enthusiasm surrounding the TMNT-inspired armor designs has resonated throughout the Destiny 2 community, with players echoing the call for Bungie to introduce a collaborative four-player activity. This collective desire aims to unite all four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in defending the Last City, enhancing the cooperative spirit of the game.