Card number 3 from the 2026 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Eternal set: Splinter, the Mentor. This Mythic Rare legendary creature features the iconic mutant rat leader as a commander.
Splinter, the Mentor
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Eternal
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Splinter, the Mentor serves as card number 3 within the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Eternal set, released in 2026 for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Created by artist Andrea Tentori Montalto, this Mythic Rare card brings the wise leader of the turtles into the Commander format. As a legendary creature with the Mutant, Ninja, and Rat subtypes, Splinter offers a unique strategic option for players looking to build a themed deck around the beloved characters. The card’s design emphasizes its role as a commander through the Partner—Character select mechanic. This allows players to pair Splinter with another commander who also possesses this ability, enabling flexible deck construction that fits various playstyles. The card enters the battlefield with two mana value, making it accessible early in the game. Its abilities focus on board presence and resource generation: when Splinter or other non-token creatures leave the battlefield, they trigger the creation of Mutagen tokens. This mechanic rewards aggressive or sacrifice-based strategies, encouraging players to maintain a dynamic board state while growing their resources. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering crossover sets, this card represents a significant piece of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Eternal expansion. The Mythic Rare designation highlights its importance within the set’s hierarchy, making it a sought-after item for those completing their collection or seeking high-impact commanders. The product appeals to both fans of the Turtles franchise and enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering universe, bridging two distinct pop culture phenomena. Whether you are building a deck around Splinter or looking to add a powerful legendary creature to your collection, this card offers both thematic depth and mechanical intrigue. Its presence in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Eternal set underscores the ongoing collaboration between Wizards of the Coast and the Turtles IP, creating a unique piece of collectible history for fans of both worlds.
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Splinter, the Mentor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Andrea Tentori Montalto
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Rat
2 / 2
B
Card Text
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Menace Whenever Splinter or another nontoken creature you control leaves the battlefield, create a Mutagen token. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)
"We choose what holds us back."
