<p>Definitely one of the most emotional of the TMNT episodes. I had a feeling something was wrong the moment I first saw Mona's eyes. I figured that it would be traveling to a bug planet that would have made Raphael lose his fighting edge. I never imagined heartbreak. Nick surprises me sometimes, but is it weird I kind of like the episodes where Raphael experiences somekind of emotional growth?
</p><p>First it was Slash, then caring for Leonardo, the death of Splinter, and now his relationship with Mona Lisa. Out of all of the series, Raphael has recieved more character development here than any other show. And according to the next episode, we're going to see more, when Raphael adopts a new pet to call his own.
</p><p>In a way, this was a dark episode, but still one of the best. I'm glad that, in the end, Raphael and Mona managed to make amends. We may all different opinions on this matter. But still, that's what fanfics are for.
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