This is the guy that started it all and without him the Turtles would just be... well... turtles. Even when Splinter was a mere
rat in a cage, he was very special. He spent years observing the ninjutsu teachings and wisdom of his human master, Hamato Yoshi.
Through Youshi, he learned the secrets of the ninja and the warrior's way. Splinter has dedicated his life to passing these skills
and teachings on to the Turtles. Sure, he's wise, patient and a kick-butt artist who taught the Turtles everything they know, but
Splinter also loves TV talk shows and soap operas. And he makes a pretty mean, quiche, too!
