Donatello, Mutant Mechanic

Description

Donatello, Mutant Mechanic (Card #36) is a distinct crossover collectible from the 2026 Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set. This card brings the iconic character into the strategic world of Magic, offering collectors a unique intersection of pop culture nostalgia and complex gameplay mechanics. As a product of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, it appeals to fans of both the TCG and the beloved cartoon universe. The card features a mana cost of {3}{U} and a mana value of 4, representing a blue-aligned strategy. Its type line identifies it as a Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Turtle, with subtypes including Mutant, Ninja, and Turtle. The artwork is by Zoltan Boros, adding visual appeal to this card number in the TMT set code. Gameplay-wise, Donatello offers versatile utility. Its activated ability allows players to place three +1/+1 counters on a target artifact they control. If that artifact is not a creature, it transforms into a 0/0 Robot creature in addition to its other types, and this can only be activated as a sorcery. Additionally, the card triggers when an artifact you control is put into a graveyard from the battlefield. If the artifact had counters, those counters are moved to up to one target artifact or creature you control. This synergy encourages artifact-heavy strategies, making it an interesting piece for builders looking to expand their collection beyond standard themes. Collecting this card allows enthusiasts to own a piece of the 2026 TMT release. It serves as a valuable addition for those who appreciate the crossover nature of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set within the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem. Whether for completing a set or appreciating the character's design, Donatello, Mutant Mechanic stands out as a memorable entry in the TMT catalog.