Raid Shadow Legends TMNT Crossover: Everything you need to know
The Raid Shadow Legends TMNT crossover is one of the most ambitious cross‑brand events the game has ever seen. With six new Legendary champions, a 30‑stage event dungeon, fusion mechanics, exclusive gear, and time‑limited windows, this collaboration brings the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (and their world) into the dark fantasy of Teleria. Here’s a comprehensive guide to everything you should know.
What the TMNT Crossover Is
On August 21, 2025, Plarium officially launched the Raid × TMNT event, running through November 13, 2025. This limited‑time event injects six legendary characters from the TMNT franchise, Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, April O’Neil, and Shredder, into Raid’s champion roster.
Notably, all TMNT champions acquired during this period become permanent additions to your roster. After the event ends, they will no longer be available via shards or normal summon methods.
How to Get Each Champion
Below is a breakdown of how each character is obtained in the TMNT crossover:
| Champion | Acquisition Method | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Michelangelo | 7‑day login loyalty / “Chase Event” | Log in daily for 7 days (must begin before October 30) to claim him for free |
| Donatello | Fragment / Fusion Event | Collect fragments during special events to fuse Donatello |
| Leonardo, Raphael | Summon / Event Shards | Available through limited-time summoning boosts or shard events |
| April O’Neil | Summon / Special Events | Available via themed events and shard mechanics |
| Shredder | Event Boss / Special Events | Encountered as the final boss in the event dungeon and via special event rewards |
Important deadlines: You cannot start the Michelangelo login event after October 30, 2025. All events and acquisitions wrap up on November 13, 2025.
Event Dungeon & Gear Rewards
A special 30‑stage event dungeon centers on battling Shredder. Players must defeat waves (or in this case, pure boss battles) to earn exclusive Chronophage Gear, which is themed around the TMNT crossover.
As you progress through stages, the difficulty ramps up, and unique allies may assist Shredder to provide extra challenge.
Champion Traits & Factions
One unusual aspect of this crossover is that the four Turtles (Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello) are placed in different factions rather than all being in a single reptile or turtle faction. This decision has drawn both praise (for flexibility) and criticism (for breaking thematic consistency).
Additionally, April O’Neil brings a new Nullify debuff mechanic, enemies under Nullify lose many capabilities (turn meter manipulation, instant turns, shield gains, etc.).
Shredder is categorized as a Void / HP champion (Shadowkin or similar) and boasts multiple hits, buff stealing, debuff application, and defensive passives.
Strategic Tips & Considerations
- Log in early: Missing the start window means losing access to free Michelangelo.
- Plan resource use: Fusion and shard events require fragments, so manage your currency carefully.
- Faction synergy: Because the turtles are spread across factions, using them together in faction-specific modes (e.g. Faction Wars) may not always be possible.
- Target gear: The Chronophage Gear is unique, try to optimize your load-out for TMNT champs.
- Use April wisely: Her Nullify capability gives strong control, especially in PvP or dungeon settings.
Final Thoughts
The Raid Shadow Legends TMNT crossover is a major event that fuses a beloved classic IP with the world of Teleria. It offers both free and purchasable paths to adding iconic champions, a themed dungeon, and brand-new mechanics like Nullify. Time is limited, so make sure to engage early if you want to collect all six Legendary champions and reap the rewards of Turtle Power in Raid.
