Leonardo: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 (1986) – CGC 9.2 Comic Book

Leonardo: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 is the first solo micro-series issue starring Leonardo, created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird during the original Mirage Studios era. The story, “What Goes Around... Comes Around!,” unfolds against a Christmas backdrop as Leonardo trains alone on the rooftops of New York and is suddenly ambushed by the Foot Clan. What begins as a gritty, atmospheric battle quickly escalates into a brutal fight for survival, with the issue showcasing the raw black-and-white energy that defined early TMNT comics.

As the conflict intensifies, Leonardo is overwhelmed by wave after wave of Foot Soldiers, culminating in the shocking return of the Shredder and a cliffhanger that leads directly into Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #10. The issue is remembered for its strong visual storytelling, moody holiday contrast, and the way it deepens the threat posed by the Foot Clan. Graded CGC 9.2, this copy is in Very Fine/Near Mint- condition and is an excellent collectible from one of the most iconic periods in independent comics.