One of the four primary characters of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic books and all associated media is superhero Raphael, also known by his nickname Raph. He is usually portrayed as the most violent, physically powerful, and frequently at odds with his brother Leonardo among the turtle brothers.
Rafael TMNT | Red Eye Mask | Twin Sai
He is typically portrayed with a red eye mask; in this sense, he is the only turtle that has kept this color since the characters' first appearance, with the other turtles having acquired new hues over time. Raphael's main weapon is the twin sai. In the media, he is frequently described as having a Brooklyn accent. Raphael is renowned for having a prickly and cynical disposition; he is frequently irritable, combative, depressed, sardonic, and rebellious. Not always thoroughly investigated, Raphael's fury seems to have its roots in his awareness that they are the only members of his kind and are therefore ultimately alone, as well as in his outrage at the injustices that the defenseless and innocent must endure. In spite of his fiery disposition.
Rafael TMNT Citation Wikipedia
For whatever reason, he will not hesitate to speak up if he believes that Leonardo's choice is not what's best for the family.
Rafael TMNT | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
But in the most recent iteration of the series, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, his relationship with his siblings and his traditional personality are subordinated to his protective function. The relationship between Raphael and Leonardo is essentially reversed in this series; Raphael is now the one criticizing Leonardo for his careless behavior and disrespect for his leadership responsibilities.
He shares the same name as all the brothers, Raphael, after an Italian painter from the 16th century, who was a Renaissance artist. Not one of his brothers was listed on IGN's Top 100 Comic Book Heroes in 2011, while Raphael came in at number twenty-three. Even though he got his name from the artist Raffaello, he is the only Teenage Turtle brother whose name does not end in the letter "O".
Rafael TMNT | 2012 animated television program
Raphael as he appeared in the Nickelodeon series in 2012.
Sean Astin provides the voice of Raphael in the 2012 series.
Raphael's plastron across his left shoulder was replaced with a tiny, lightning-shaped chip, and his eyes were given a green makeover (a scar that stemmed from an injury Raphael received as a baby). Raphael is said to have "the most attitude on the team" in this iteration (in the theme song). When Raphael feels wounded or misinterpreted, he can become extremely volatile. He has frequently walked out on the squad to pursue his own goals or establish his superiority.
Rafael TMNT | Resists Instructions
Raphael acts in an erratic manner. Raphael would occasionally comply and follow instructions, but other times he would resist. He doesn't get along well with Leonardo. Leonardo would either confront Raphael or attempt to calm him down when he would erupt. Because he detested Leonardo's leadership, Raphael frequently attempted to assume that role—and as the Seasons went on, he was successful twice. Raphael does not backtalk to Leonardo as often in Season 5 as he did in the previous season, presumably since Leonardo is Raphael's sensei and has greater authority over him. Leonardo and Raphael have a strong bond and genuine concern for one another in spite of everything. During training, they would band together to battle and challenge Michelangelo and Donatello.
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