#raph headcanons

[mbruben-stein]

Hey there! I want to give a request for Raphael, Leonardo, Donnatello and Michaelangelo who have S/O who isn't usually expressive and always so stoic that you might even think they are a robot but then they did something really silly and that's when they heard their s/o laughing for the first time.

TMNT boys Reaction to stoic s/o laughing in front of them for the first time.

Leo:

Leo had always admired his significant other's calm and collected demeanor. They were always so stoic, rarely showing any emotion, which sometimes made Leo wonder if they were even capable of feeling anything at all. But deep down, he knew there was more to them than meets the eye.

One day, while Leo was training in the dojo, his S/O came in to watch. As Leo practiced his moves, he couldn't help but steal glances at them, hoping for some sort of reaction. But as usual, they remained expressionless, their eyes fixed on him with unwavering focus.

But then, out of nowhere, Leo slipped on a training mat and fell flat on his shell. And to his surprise, he heard a sound he never thought he'd hear from his S/O - laughter. It was soft and gentle, but it was genuine.

Leo looked up in shock, his cheeks flushing with embarrassment. His S/O quickly composed themselves, trying to hide their amusement behind a neutral facade. But Leo couldn't help but smile, feeling a warmth in his heart at the sound of their laughter.

From that day on, Leo made it his mission to bring out more of his S/O's hidden emotions. He would do silly things, tell bad jokes, and even watch cheesy shows with them, all in the hopes of hearing that beautiful sound of laughter once again. And as they shared more lighthearted moments together, Leo knew that their relationship was stronger than ever.

Raph:

Raphael had always known that his significant other was not the most expressive person. They were always so stoic and serious, rarely showing any emotion. It sometimes made him wonder if they were even capable of laughing or smiling. But he loved them nonetheless, appreciating their calm and composed nature that balanced out his own fiery personality.

One day, Raph decided to do something completely out of character for him. He put on a silly hat, danced around the lair, and made ridiculous faces just to see if he could get a reaction out of his s/o. At first, they just raised an eyebrow at his antics, not showing any sign of amusement. But then, something unexpected happened.

As Raph continued to act like a complete goofball, his s/o's lips twitched ever so slightly. And then, to his utter surprise, they let out a small chuckle. It was the first time he had ever heard them laugh, and it was like music to his ears. Raph couldn't help but grin from ear to ear, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment at finally breaking through their stoic facade.

From that day on, Raph made it his mission to bring more laughter and joy into their relationship. He loved seeing his s/o's rare smiles and chuckles, knowing that he was the reason behind them. And as they both shared more lighthearted moments together, their bond only grew stronger, proving that even the most serious of souls could find happiness in the silliest of moments.

Donnie:

Donnie had always been fascinated by his S/O's stoic nature. They rarely showed their emotions, always maintaining a calm and collected facade. It was something that both intrigued and puzzled him. He often found himself wondering what was going on in their mind, behind that unreadable expression.

One day, while working on a new invention in his lab, Donnie got a little too excited and accidentally banged his head against the door, causing him to fall to the floor in a heap. His S/O, who had been quietly observing him from the corner, suddenly burst out laughing. It was the first time Donnie had ever heard them laugh, and it was a beautiful sound to his ears.

As he rubbed his sore head, Donnie couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity of the situation. His S/O's laughter was contagious, and soon they were both laughing together, the tension and seriousness of the moment melting away.

From that day on, Donnie noticed a change in his S/O. They seemed more relaxed around him, more willing to let their guard down and show their true self. It was a side of them that Donnie cherished, knowing that he had somehow managed to break through their stoic exterior and bring out their hidden laughter.

As they sat together in the lab, surrounded by gadgets and gizmos, Donnie couldn't help but feel grateful for that accidental bump on the head. It had brought him closer to his S/O in a way he never thought possible, and he knew that their bond was stronger because of it.

Mikey:

Mikey had always been the most outgoing and expressive of the ninja turtles, so when he found himself in a relationship with someone who was the complete opposite, he was determined to crack their tough exterior. His significant other was always so stoic and reserved, never showing much emotion, which sometimes made Mikey wonder if they were even capable of laughing.

One day, Mikey decided to put his silly antics to the test. He set up an elaborate prank involving a rubber chicken and a whoopee cushion, hoping to finally see a smile on his s/o's face. As his plan unfolded, he watched with bated breath as his s/o's expression shifted from confusion to amusement.

And then, it happened. A small chuckle escaped from his s/o's lips, followed by a full-blown laughter that filled the room. Mikey's heart swelled with joy as he realized that he had finally broken through their tough exterior.

From that day on, Mikey made it his mission to bring laughter and joy to his s/o's life. He would come up with the silliest jokes and pranks just to see that beautiful smile on their face. And every time his s/o laughed, it was like music to his ears.

Mikey may have been the wild one of the group, but when it came to his s/o, he was the most caring and thoughtful partner anyone could ask for. And seeing his s/o finally open up and show their true emotions was a reward that he cherished more than anything else.

[cutielights]

AHHHHHHHH! I LOVE UR WORK!!!!!!!!c

If u see this, can you do Rottmnt boys x sister reader? And when I say she’s random, I mean RANDOM

Y/n: Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee i Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee Dee

Donnie: WHAT!?!

Y/n: ……can I have APPY juice?

Donnie: No

Thank u

TYSM LOVLEY <3333 I CRUMPLE OVER AND DIE WHEN PEOPLE SEND IN ASKS LIKE THIS

I’m just putting this as g/n so it can be read as anything and more people are comfortable reading it bc for a while I avoided F! Readers like the plague haha gender dysphoria go brrr

Tw: mild language

Nobody panic. It’s not lol-so-random-xD core.

Rise boys + Random sibling reader (platonic! tcest dni)

Leo

Encourages it

You probably learned it from him let’s be honest

“Let’s poor soup on dads head.”

“Miso or Tomato?”

Giving Raph heart attacks with the shit you guys say

“You’re gonna do w h a t ?”

“Don’t worry about it.”

“And afterwards we’re getting door-handles for April.”

“Does she need new door handles?”

“She will.”

Raph

He grew up with this

He is still panicking over the soup incident

He has you, Leo and Mikey sharing a braincell

Wishes you all had one brain cell each

Sometimes you say something that really just throws him off though

Waking him up in the middle of the night just to tell him something

“Crocs are like the Tumblr of footwear.”

“It’s literally five am, please go to sleep.”

“Like here?”

“No. In your room.”

Donnie

Spending your free time annoying him

You guys are siblings that’s basically a free pass

In your eyes at least

“Do you think you could make like a cheap jungle, bigger than like Russia?”

“A, a cheap jungle?”

“Yeah that’s what I said.”

*cue a long rant on why making a functioning jungle wouldn’t be cheap in any way due to inflation and costs and buying the land and the seeds and creating a functioning ecosystem god forbid you want to put animals in there*

“Yeah but like, could you though?”

“Did you even LISTEN?”

He then kicked you out of his room

Mikey

Matching each other’s energy

“I kinda feel like a soggy plate of broken pottery.”

“Mood.”

“With cheese on it.”

“Just like a pizza.”

“Pineapple pizza? Nah, the next step is grape pizza.”

“WHY WOULD YOU SAY THAT?”

Embodiment of dumb and dumber

Both of you probably have adhd let’s be completely honest here

Getting distracted at least ten times during five minutes

[youandmedead]

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Warnings: ⚠️SPOILERS⚠️, swearing

Notes: Dude Mutant Mayhem was so fucking good, so in order to honour the release of it here is some dumb thoughts I've been thinking of ever since I saw it. A second part may potentially be out soon but looking from a more angst perspective

⛥ Leo is 100% a fanfic reader and most likely writes stories about him and April. I think that it's all started because he found Donnie reading some about his favourite anime characters and got curious and asked him about it, to which Donnie went on for ages about fanfiction in general, to different tropes, clichés etc!

⛥Donnie and Mikey definitely seem like the type of kids who ended up on the wrong side of the internet as very young kids and found the most goriest shit ever

⛥When Raph was a little kid he found a plushie when him and his brothers were exploring the sewer. He deemed it cute but because his brothers were all teasing him over it he left it and then went out on his own to find it and brought it back to the lair. He tried to hide it and then cuddle it when he was feeling sad but one day Splinter found it and brought it up to him in front of the others, making him embarrassed. However, to this day it is still hidden somewhere underneath the covers.

⛥The guys secretly watched some super gory horrors one time after splinter said not to and they all freaked themselves out over it but they tried to hide it from splinter. When Splinter eventually did find out, he did things to specifically scare each turtle in order to teach them a lesson (which he heavily enjoyed doing). They'd always discuss the scenarios the final girl was put through and what they would do in that situation at night and then the whole thing about "freaky" stuff happening to them would be brought up...it took them a very long time to realise that it was just Splinter fucking with them.

⛥They all watched vines and quote them from day to day

⛥Leo loves to collect plant and flowers but when he brings them down to the lair they die within a week and he has definitely cried over at least half of them.

⛥Mikey is definitely the type of person to eat the world's nastiest food combos and enjoy it

⛥Mikey and Raph have constant bets over who can do the dumbest shit

⛥Leo always felt quite isolated from the group at times and it always made him feel self conscious and more different from the others.

⛥I think that Mikey constantly worries about his brothers and Splinter - especially Leo.

⛥Mikey, Donnie and Raph are the type of kid to lick the backs of magic stars and then stick two together in order to eat them

⛥ Leo is terrible with directions

⛥ Donnie and Mikey believe in the 'if you don't repost this video in (however long) you will die/get bad luck

⛥ They are all heavily invested in the yellow car game and Leo is always the one to get punched the most (Mikey and Raph are very competitive)

[regretisstoredintheme]

I don't know if this is technically a request or not, I just wanna put these thoughts somewhere

I'm just wondering on how the turtles (preferably Raph) would react to someone who was taller/larger than them

(I'm not trying to request anything since I saw that your requests were closed)

NYOOOOMMMMM—

A/n: not me accidentally writing this WHOLE MF THING OUT— anyway.

—Raph x/& Reader who’s bigger than him—

For Raph? I can imagine bro being literally baffled. He looks up to you like “???? How????” And doesn’t know how to feel now whenever he says “I’m the biggest brother, the one who is the biggest.” Because no tf he’s not anymore!!??

Staring. Constantly.

if you work out he’s definitely asking for your routine

bro was made for war but he’s like “big guy!!!”

feels a little wary though

like it took him a while to be aware of his surroundings at his own size (he still isn’t) so he’s worried about you!

constantly worried you’ll bump into things, even more so around food or expensive items

so many hugs tho frfr

he’d try to pick you up Idc what you think bro would DEFINITELY try

whether he succeeds or not, he’s still gonna keep doing it.

he likes the idea of knowing he could carry you if you ended up going down.

But if you switch it around? he’s like a fish out of water

Doesn’t know what to do

A little uncomfortable at first cuz he’s never really had his feet LIFT OFF THE FLOOR LIKE THAT but eventually he’s cuddly.

this mf always wants cuddles, platonic or romantic.

He’s a little too nervous to introduce you to his stuffed animal collection, however once one his brothers (probably Leo LMAO) puts him for having teddy bears, he’s suddenly super defensive. all “HUH WHAT ABOUT IT??? Don’t insult Dr Huggenstien!”

please for the love of god don’t diss his stuffie collection 😭 he prolly won’t open up again after that.

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A/N: sorry— I know it wasn’t meant to be a request, but I did it anyway ✋

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[littlesilentrebel]

some of my rottmnt headcanons

raph:

terrified of the dark

loves princess peach and jessica rabbit

the taste-tester in the fam

has separate lists of rules for everyone

loves foxes

leo:

has a wig collection

had the biggest crush on lou jitsu

plays the ukulele

works for hueso

plays with mask ribbons as a stim

donnie:

only drinks (lightly) flavored water

has somniphobia(fear of sleep)

gets injured second most bc of machines

stims the most

has files on everyone he knows with everything he knows about them

mikey:

cook of the fam

gets injured the most

makes his own stickers

first one to get a partner

sleeps with all the blankets

[blindaysblogforturtles]

Raph headcanons

that I WILL inflict upon others in my upcoming fics!! (they are coming I promise):

Only meowed and chirped until he was 3. Then he started talking (in third person always. Ex: "is papa there? Can Leo move please? Mikey play with Raph! Raph is hungry" <- Mikey started speaking before him and used to translate his meows.

Did NOT know how to control his temper, got into a lot of trouble when roughousing or fighting with his brothers.

Always won arguments with either being the oldest (i have authority) or being the biggest (shut up or I'll punch you).

His ass was NOT a gentle kid. VERY prone to violence. WOULD throw punches at everyone and only then ask what was happening when fights broke between the brothers (mainly the twins, Mikey had a pass for being the youngest and his bff).

A cuddlebug tho. Would hug just as frequently as throw punches.

Very protective. He can mess with the little goobers he calls brothers, no one else can.

Had an existencial crisis in his tweens because he thought his brothers were scared of him/disliked him (tension mainly between him and Donnie).

Was closest to Mikey the most because of their shared braincell. Partners in crime, Mikey's violent tendencies were fed most in this period of time- and then never went away.

Would bully (read: prank and mess with) the twins most. Often acompanied by Mikey.

Their relationship only started drifting when Raph hit his tweens (10-11?) and started being scared of hurting his brothers.

Started hanging out with Leo more than Mikey after that and since then they're the hotshower duo (red = rot and blue = water).

Told Leo a pun once. Leo laughed for days and then started making puns all the time. He regrets it to this day. They all laughed in the start, but then they realized he would NOT stop.

Secretly envied Donnie for being so smart because he thought of himself as a bad brother for being "dumb" (autistic).

100% on the spectrum. Very literal flavored autism and overemotional (empathetic). Used fighting as a stim before Donnie taught them what stimming was.

Donnie's.

[anonymousjackal]

I think I've figured it out

Look at this, Raph has some lore and I think I might have uncovered it *spoilers ahead!*

Look at Raph, looking completely unfazed, it's like he's been to the surface before

Then look at him again, looking unimpressed at the surface, so maybe he has been to the surface before, and what if people taunted or insulted him?

That would explain his hate for being taunted or insulted, and he was being insulted by someone, and started to death threat him, so what if he killed a person while they were taunting him?

Then, there's the taunting again, where Leo said to Raph, "You try to act all tough, but inside you're just a scared little baby" Then with Mikey saying, "Is the little baby gonna cry?" Then Raph saying, "I'm not gonna cry!" and at some point he quits doing it and says, "You won't get it" And with him sounding somewhat ashamed, it adds more context

And Raph tries so hard to keep his brothers safe so they don't end up like him, but then

Splinter "dies" and it doesn't turn out well

And he almost hurt Mikey, possibly leaning into his hate for most humans, Shredder being at the top of the list

Then for him to see it happen again, but this time, right in front of him

Then, for him to think

"It was all my fault"

[invoidvisitor]

Rise HC Raph, Donnie, Leo all have physical nervous responses.

CW: Anxiety, Anxiety induced sh

Raph rubs his hands and arms raw, part of why he wears bandages. He peels his callouses and often makes small cuts he gets bleed from rubbing and picking at them. He wears bandages mostly for his punching and easier combat but also to ward himself away from picking at his raw skin

Donnie rubs and claws at his shoulders when it's really bad. But just with overall stress he chews the inside of his cheeks till they bleed. Half the time he doesn't even notice he does it till he tastes blood or he chews a tender spot and it hurts. He sometimes gets raw cloves to put on the spot to help, and Mikey immediately knows why he gets them.

Leo is the softest of the three. He scratches the back of his neck and his upper shell a lot when he's nervous. Also cracks as much of his body as he can. Mostly cracking his neck and hands though. Shaking them after popping them for the 40th time to the point they kinda hurt to do.

[little-ankle-biter]

ok,ok,ok, listen.

she has access to DeviantArt where she posts art of her sparkle dogs and lps popular fanart. only Mikey knows about it and they draw each other's humansonas all the time.

[monkey-d-addy9000]

Day 3 at redrawing my headcanons and I just lost 8 frames and am very sad.

[flurry-bace]

headcanon that a Raph’s brothers call him “Big Red,” but to Splinter he’s always been (and always will be) “Little Red”

[mbruben-stein]

Hiya! If it's alright, could you do headcanons of all four of the tmnt turtles with a gender neutral reader who's on their period?

TMNT boys with s/o on their period.

~Leo~

Leo is the kind of boyfriend who is always there for his significant other, no matter what. So, when his s/o is on their period, he is extra attentive and caring. He makes sure they have everything they need, whether it's their favorite snacks, a heating pad, or some pain medication. Leo is always ready to listen and offer emotional support, understanding that his s/o may be feeling a little more sensitive or irritable during this time.

He doesn't shy away from talking about periods either, knowing that it's a natural part of life and nothing to be ashamed of. Leo is always willing to help out with any household chores or tasks to make his s/o's life a little easier while they're dealing with cramps and mood swings.

Leo also knows the importance of self-care during this time, so he encourages his s/o to take some time for themselves and relax. Whether it's watching a movie together, giving them a massage, or just sitting quietly with them, Leo is always there to provide comfort and support.

Overall, Leo's caring and understanding nature shines through even more when his s/o is on their period. He is a true partner who is always there to support and uplift his loved one during both the good times and the challenging ones.

~Raph~

Raph may be tough and hotheaded on the outside, but when it comes to his significant other, he shows a surprisingly caring and understanding side. When his s/o is on their period, Raph is quick to notice the signs and does his best to make them feel comfortable and supported.

He knows that his s/o may be feeling extra sensitive or in pain, so he takes on a more gentle and nurturing approach. Raph will make sure they have everything they need, whether it's heating pads, pain medication, or their favorite snacks. He's not afraid to go out and buy supplies if needed, showing his devotion to taking care of his partner.

Raph is also more attentive to his s/o's emotional needs during this time. He'll listen to them vent or cry if they need to, offering a strong shoulder to lean on. Despite his tough exterior, he's actually a great listener and knows when to give his s/o space or comfort.

Overall, Raph's protective nature shines through when his s/o is on their period. He may not always know the right words to say, but his actions speak volumes. He's there to support and comfort his partner in any way he can, showing that underneath his tough exterior, there's a caring and compassionate side to Raphael.

~Donnie~

Donnie is incredibly understanding and supportive when it comes to his significant other being on their period. He knows how uncomfortable and painful it can be, so he does everything in his power to make them feel better.

He starts by making them their favorite comfort foods, whether it's a warm bowl of soup or some chocolate to satisfy their cravings. Donnie also makes sure to have their favorite movies or TV shows ready to watch, creating a cozy and relaxing atmosphere for his s/o to unwind in.

He's always checking in on them, asking if they need anything or if there's anything he can do to help alleviate their symptoms. Donnie is a great listener, offering a sympathetic ear for his s/o to vent their frustrations or simply talk about how they're feeling.

Donnie also encourages his s/o to rest and take care of themselves, reminding them that it's important to prioritize their health and well-being during this time. He may even offer to give them a gentle massage or run them a warm bath to help them relax and feel more comfortable.

Overall, Donnie's caring and nurturing nature shines through when his s/o is on their period. He goes above and beyond to make sure they feel loved, supported, and taken care of during this challenging time.

~Mikey~

Mikey may be the wild and carefree one of the group, but when it comes to his s/o being on their period, he becomes surprisingly understanding and caring. He knows that his s/o may be feeling moody, bloated, and in pain, so he goes out of his way to make them feel as comfortable as possible.

He starts by making them their favorite comfort foods, whether it's a pizza with extra cheese or a big bowl of ice cream. He also makes sure to have their favorite movies or TV shows queued up for a marathon, ready to distract them from any discomfort they may be feeling.

Mikey is always there with a warm blanket and a gentle touch, offering to give his s/o a back massage or rub their feet to help ease their cramps. He even goes as far as to run a warm bath for them, complete with candles and soothing music to help them relax.

Throughout the day, Mikey checks in on his s/o regularly, making sure they have everything they need and offering words of encouragement and love. He may be the youngest and most playful of the turtles, but when it comes to taking care of his s/o during their period, he shows a level of maturity and compassion that surprises even his brothers.

Overall, Mikey's s/o knows that they can always count on him to be there for them during their time of need, no matter how wild and fun-loving he may be the rest of the time.

[cutielights]

Hi there! I hope all is well! I've recently gotten into ROTTMNT, and I've been reading your hcs and such lately, and they've been such a big comfort to me! So thanks for that!

Then, I was wondering if I could make a very specific request. I was wondering if I could get all the rise boys (if not, just Raph) with an s/o they've known for a long time. But s/o wants to come out as non-binary and go by a different name. But just when they're about to do it, they get all anxious and worried they're going to cause the boys to get annoyed. Since they've known s/o for so long, and s/o suddenly wants to go by something else.

I don't know if it actually makes sense typing it out, but if you're able to write it, I'd really appreciate it! Thank you!

You are in luck as I have been through this personally! Just Raph bc, he doesn’t have many on his own. Trying to get in the habit of scheduling and leaving the queue alone so I can space out posts more frequently

Tw: Being paranoid about rejection ( I guess ), Fear of breaking up, Speak of a “Dead Name” (D/N)

Raph X NB reader (name change addition)

You were so concerned about how he’d take it

What if he broke up with you?

What if he didn’t like the new name?

What if he told you it wasn’t real or if he didn’t accept you?

Would he even know what it is? How much would you have to explain?

You guys have been together for ages, and known each other for longer, what if he doesn’t like using it?

What if your faking it?

All this worrying began to make you feel sick

Oh there he is.

“Heya (D/N)!”

“Can we- talk?”

“Oh, yeah, I mean we’re talkin’ right now ain’t we?”

You sat him down and, you guys talked about it

Raph was asking a lot of questions, just out of curiosity and wanting to understand

“So it’s, ___ now?”

“Yeah.”

“___… I like it! Good choice!”

He adjusted to it pretty quickly

Not really instantly, but fast enough!

Accidentally calls you d/n a few times but feels really bad about it afterwards

Defending you from family members who don’t use your new name

Hidden city pride?

Hidden city pride!

All in all, 10/10 very good job being a boyfriend Raph! Keep up the good work buddy

[anipsychopl]

My Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Headcanons - Raph ❤️

He/She. The only straight one but extremely supportive of his brothers

Raph start showing his autism traits very late in his life so he needs a lot of help from his brothers with dealing with it. Donnie had support from him when he needed it when he was a kid, so now in return he's teaching Raph how to manage everything

Comfort food: apple juice

As a kid he was biting everything including his brother and father (he's the one who bit Splinter's ear)

He had big anger issues, but because he is bigger than his brothers they were afraid of him as kids. Which made him cry every time he saw them scared of him, when he was mad. Because of that he learned to control it

He has horrible nightmares about being controlled by krang

He has trouble seeing in his right eye

Can read ASL but has problems with signing

Helps his brothers to fall asleep after krang attack

Hugs pillows/plushies in his sleep, when Mikey sleeps with him, he is a victim of his hugs too

Raph & Mikey sometimes laugh so much that they just sit in the living room and wheezes

Raph is responsible for physical comfort of his brothers while Mikey is the one who takes care of their mental health

He hates the taste of toothpaste and general feeling of brushing teeth so he avoids it. That’s why he have many cavities

Forgets his epipen a lot

Has trouble seeing in his right eye

Fav pizza: Meat pizza, especially pepperoni

[charcoaldustonmyfingers]

Ones hands can tell the story of how they’ve lived… and how far they have come.

I’m a sucker for Good Dad Splinter ever since I watched TMNT ‘03. That rat was gifted sapience and his immediate instinct was kindness. I love that for him.

Rise Splinter lived a rollercoaster of a life, but as a Hollywood star he remembered the names of all his stunt guys and coworkers, and as a prisoner he cared for the rat that shared his cell. His sons are very close and physically affectionate, I think that says something about how he cares? That’s just how I like to headcanon him :)

It’s interesting to explore the idea that a seemingly monstrous transformation is what pushed him to be a kinder human

[turtleblogatlast]

Leo learns something about himself 🏳️‍⚧️

Based roughly on this old post.

Bonus:

[Leo is taking the fact that he was born biologically female simultaneously very well and also not so well but overall he’s mostly coping with the fact that it was Draxum that just essentially gave him the turtle equivalent of ‘The Talk’.]