LINGJIHUN 1/12 TMNT – Leonardo & Raphael [Mety Toys] [Set of 2]

Description

The LINGJIHUN 1/12 TMNT (Spirit Machine Soul) – Leonardo & Raphael set is a premium, officially licensed collaboration between LINGJIHUN and METY Toyz. Released in late 2025/early 2026, these figures are widely considered the “definitive” high-end 6-inch scale Ninja Turtles due to their massive accessory count and incredibly detailed, muscular “IDW-meets-Bayverse” aesthetic.

🟢 General Series Features

• Scale & Build: True 1/12 scale (approx. 16.5cm–17cm). The bodies are significantly bulkier than standard NECA or Marvel Legends, featuring a heavy, high-quality feel using a mix of PVC, ABS, and POM materials.

• Engineering: Features dense damping joint technology, which provides a stiff, premium feel that holds poses exceptionally well. They are famous for having a rare ab-crunch on a turtle sculpt, allowing for more dynamic “ninja” movement.

• Sculpt & Paint: The skin features a hyper-realistic, reptilian texture. The paintwork is multi-layered with hand-painted shading to emphasize their vascular and muscular physique.

• Official License: Unlike many third-party TMNT figures, these are officially authorized by Nickelodeon.

⚔️ Leonardo (The Leader)

Leonardo is sculpted with a focused, stoic demeanor and features specialized gear for dual-sword combat.

Product Features & Accessories:

• Heads & Expressions: 3 unique head sculpts (Stoic, Clenched Teeth, and Action/Shouting).

• Interchangeable Hands: 8 pairs, including specific grips for swords and relaxed posing.

• Signature Weaponry: * 2x Samurai Katanas with high-gloss metallic finish.

  • 1x Standard Scabbard and 1x X-shaped Scabbard for back-mounting.

  • Translucent blue “slash” effect pieces that clip onto the blades.

• Tactical Gear: 1x Turtlecom (Shell-phone), 1x Grappling Hook, and 1x Kunai.

• Extras: 2x Slices of Pizza, 1x Shuriken (Standard), and 1x Shuriken with “flight” effect.

• Bonus: Pre-order versions included a tailored fabric cloth outfit (typically a hooded cloak).

🛡️ Raphael (The Muscle)

Raphael stands slightly taller and broader than Leonardo (approx. 17cm) to reflect his role as the team’s powerhouse.

Product Features & Accessories:

• Heads & Expressions: 4 unique head sculpts (including a signature “sneer” and a heavily battle-damaged look).

• Interchangeable Hands: 9 pairs (one extra set compared to Leo for specialized Sai-holding).

• Signature Weaponry: * 1x Pair of Twin Sai with textured handles.

  • Unique red “energy” effect pieces for the Sai tips.

• The “Mechanical Dog”: Includes a unique Mechanical Dog Head accessory, a deep-cut reference for longtime fans.

• Tactical Gear: 1x Turtlecom, 1x Grappling Hook, and 1x Kunai.

• Extras: 3x Slices of Pizza (because Raph eats more), 1x Shuriken, and 1x Shuriken with effect.

• Bonus: Pre-order versions typically included a trench coat and fedora set to recreate his “disguise” look from the movies/comics.

Leonardo, the “Leader in Blue,” is the heart and tactical center of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. While his brothers often lean into their specific niches—Raph as the muscle, Donnie as the tech, and Mikey as the soul—Leo is the “straight man” who carries the weight of Master Splinter’s legacy and the safety of his family.

🏛️ Character Profile: The Bushido Spirit

Leonardo is defined by his unwavering discipline and commitment to the Bushidō code. Unlike his brothers, who might see ninjutsu as a means to an end, Leo views it as a spiritual path.

• Role: The Field Commander. He is the one who devises the “Turtle Power” strategies and ensures the team operates as a cohesive unit.

• Personality: Stoic, meditative, and self-sacrificing. He is often the most serious of the four, which leads to frequent friction with the rebellious Raphael.

• Greatest Fear: Failure. Leo’s biggest internal struggle is the fear that his leadership will one day lead to the injury or death of his brothers.

⚔️ Signature Weaponry: The Twin Katanas

Leo’s weapons are a reflection of his personality—sharp, precise, and requiring years of mastery.

• The Blades: He traditionally carries two Katanas (though in some versions, they are correctly identified as Ninjatō or Daitō).

• Combat Style: He practices Niten Ichi-ryū (the “Two Heavens as One” style). This allows him to maintain a perfect balance between offense and defense, often using one blade to parry while the other strikes.

• Tactical Gear: In modern iterations, he is also equipped with smoke bombs, a grappling hook, and a “Turtlecom” to coordinate with Donatello.

🎭 Major Versions Through the Years

Leonardo’s character has evolved significantly depending on the “era” of the franchise:

• 1987 (Cartoon): A boy-scout leader who loves sci-fi and pizza.

• 2003 (4Kids): The most “ninja-focused” version. He undergoes a dark arc after a near-death experience, becoming more brutal and spiritual.

• IDW Comics: A complex character who briefly became the Shredder’s second-in-command after being brainwashed, adding layers of guilt to his leadership.

• Rise of the TMNT: A charismatic, slightly arrogant “face” of the team who uses odachi swords to create teleportation portals.

• Mutant Mayhem (2023-2026): A nervous, try-hard leader who wants to be “cool” but is mostly focused on keeping his brothers out of trouble.

🏆 Top Leonardo Figures for Collectors (2026)

If you are looking to add the “definitive” Leo to your shelf, these are the current heavy hitters in the market:

Raphael (Raph) is the “Muscle” and “Enforcer” of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Known as the most volatile, aggressive, and fiercely loyal member of the team, he provides the raw power and emotional intensity that balances Leonardo’s discipline.

As of 2026, Raphael remains a fan favorite, especially with the release of the LingJiHun 1/12 scale figure, which collectors consider the ultimate representation of his “bulky brawler” aesthetic.

🌩️ Personality: The Fiery Heart

Raphael is defined by a “fight-first, ask-questions-later” attitude, but his anger often masks deep-seated insecurities and a protective nature.

• The Rebel: He is the constant challenger to Leonardo’s leadership. He finds Leo’s strict adherence to rules frustrating, preferring a more direct, street-fighting approach.

• Fierce Loyalty: While he might be the first to start an argument with his brothers, he is also the first to jump into a life-threatening situation to save them.

• The “Cool but Rude”: His wit is sarcastic and biting. Unlike Mikey’s goofy humor, Raph uses comedy as a weapon to demoralize his enemies or express his cynicism toward the world.

⚔️ Combat Style & The Signature Sai

Unlike the long-reach weapons of his brothers, Raphael uses Twin Sai, which require him to get dangerously close to his opponents.

• Defense as Offense: Though the Sai look like daggers, they are traditionally used as blunt batons. The prongs are designed to trap an opponent’s blade (like a Katana) and disarm them with a flick of the wrist.

• Street Brawling: Raph incorporates boxing, wrestling, and grappling into his ninjutsu. He is the physically strongest turtle, often relying on brute force and “berserker” rages to overcome multiple enemies at once.

🎨 Appearance and Evolution

Across all media—from the 1984 Mirage Comics to the 2026 Mutant Mayhem sequel—Raph’s design highlights his toughness:

• The Red Mask: Raph is the only turtle who has kept the original red mask color across every major iteration (originally, all four turtles wore red).

• Physique: He is usually depicted as the broadest and most muscular of the four, often with chips or cracks in his shell from reckless combat.

• Modern Style: In the current Mutant Mayhem era, he is characterized by his massive size and a “durag-style” bandana that covers the top of his head.

💎 Premium Figure Feature: LingJiHun 1/12 Raphael

If you are looking for the most detailed physical version of Raphael available in 2026, the LingJiHun (Spirit Machine Soul) release is the current gold standard.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) is a global pop-culture phenomenon that began as a gritty, independent comic book parody in 1984 and evolved into one of the most successful multimedia franchises in history.

As of 2026, the franchise is experiencing a massive “renaissance” driven by the success of the Mutant Mayhem universe, the dark Last Ronin storyline, and high-end collector figures (like the Lingjihun and NECA lines).

🧪 Origins: From Parody to Icon

The Turtles were created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird in a small studio in New Hampshire.

• The “Daredevil” Connection: The origin story is a direct homage (and parody) of Marvel’s Daredevil. In TMNT lore, the same radioactive canister that blinded Matt Murdock fell into the sewers, drenching four baby turtles and a rat named Splinter.

• The Mutation: The “Ooze” (Mutagen) caused them to grow into humanoid forms with human intelligence. Splinter, having observed his master Hamato Yoshi, trained the turtles in the art of Ninjutsu to protect themselves and eventually avenge Yoshi’s death.

🐢 The Four Brothers

Each turtle is named after a Renaissance artist and is defined by a specific personality trait and weapon.

⚔️ Key Allies & Villains

• Master Splinter: Their father figure and sensei. In some versions, he is the mutated pet rat of Hamato Yoshi; in others, he is Hamato Yoshi transformed into a rat.

• April O’Neil: The team’s primary link to the human world. Depending on the era, she is either a computer programmer, a brave news reporter, or a high-school student.

• The Shredder (Oroku Saki): The leader of the Foot Clan and the Turtles’ eternal nemesis. He wears bladed armor and seeks to rule the New York underworld.

• Casey Jones: A hockey-mask-wearing vigilante who uses sports equipment as weapons. He is often Raph’s best friend and April’s love interest.

📺 The “Evolution” of TMNT (Major Eras)

1. Mirage Comics (1984): Extremely violent, black-and-white, and gritty. All four turtles wore red masks.

2. 1987 Animated Series: The “Turtlemania” era. This introduced the colored masks, the obsession with pizza, and the “Cowabunga!” catchphrase.

3. The 90s Live-Action Movies: Famous for the groundbreaking animatronic suits created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.

4. IDW Comics (2011–Present): Widely considered the “definitive” modern lore, blending elements from every previous version into a complex, emotional epic.

5. The Modern Era (2023–2026): Defined by the Mutant Mayhem film and its 2026 sequel, as well as the “The Last Ronin” (a dark future where only one turtle remains), which has a live-action film currently in production.

🕹️ TMNT in 2026: Current Highlights

• Gaming: The VR title TMNT: Empire City released in Spring 2026, allowing players to physically “be” the turtles in a co-op street-fighting environment.

• Movies: Fans are currently preparing for the Untitled Mutant Mayhem Sequel, set to hit theaters in October 2026, which promises the debut of a “terrifying” new version of the Shredder.