Sure was! TMNT originated as a comic. The comic introduced the characters and their adventures, which then led to its success in different forms of entertainment. The original comic had a significant impact on the franchise as a whole.
In the traditional TMNT universe, male turtles like Leo getting pregnant goes against the biological norms of the franchise. However, in fanfiction, anything can be reimagined. Some fanfiction might use magic or some out - of - the - box concepts to make such a situation possible, but it's not part of the official TMNT lore.
In this fanfiction, the TMNT might escape by first observing their captors' routines. If the Shredder has minions guarding them, they could wait for a shift change or a moment of inattention. Donatello might be able to hack into any security systems if there are any. Also, they could use their knowledge of the sewers to find a way out. Maybe there's a hidden passage that the Shredder doesn't know about. And of course, their ninja skills would come in handy for sneaking past guards and making a quick getaway.
It impacts the fandom by creating a sub - community within it. Fans who are into the Leo and Raph kiss fanfiction often form their own groups where they can share their works, discuss ideas, and support each other. This can lead to a more inclusive fandom as different interpretations of the characters are celebrated. It also encourages fan creativity as they try to come up with new scenarios and explanations for this rather unconventional relationship in the context of the Tmnt world.
It could have a positive impact by adding more diversity to the fandom. It would give representation to the LGBTQ+ community, allowing fans who identify as such to feel more included. For example, gay fans might be more excited to engage with the TMNT world knowing there is a character they can relate to on that level.
It shows their reactions. Their reactions to the battles in the Death Battle fanfiction can reveal a lot about their characters. For instance, Raphael's hot - tempered nature might make him more critical of the fighters or more eager for a fight himself.
One idea could be that the turtles from 2012 somehow get transported to the 2018 universe. They could be really confused by the different art styles and the new gadgets the 2018 turtles have. The 2018 turtles, on the other hand, would be intrigued by the more traditional look of the 2012 turtles. This could lead to some funny moments as they try to communicate and figure out how to get the 2012 turtles back to their own universe.