Donatello
Also known as: Donnie, Don
The purple-masked turtle genius who builds everything from shell-tech to portals, in every incarnation the family's overworked problem solver. Rise-era Donnie's 'softshell with armor' swagger supercharged his fic presence.
Other TMNT Characters
Leonardo
9k works
Blue-masked leader of the turtle brothers, the disciplined swordsman who carries every failure as his own across each incarnation. Rise's sardonic version and 2012's burdened captain both dominate AO3's turtle fic.
Raphael
7k works
Hot-headed muscle of the brothers whose temper covers the deepest protective streak in the sewer. Whether wielding sais or leading the Rise team, his clashes with Leo are the franchise's oldest sibling drama.
Michelangelo
4k works
The youngest turtle, an orange-masked sunshine gremlin whose party-dude exterior hides the family's emotional intelligence. Mikey fic loves the angst potential of the brother who keeps everyone else laughing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Donatello?
Donatello appears in 4k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the TMNT fandom. You can browse all Donatello fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Donatello ships?
Donatello is primarily featured in gen (non-romantic) fanfiction, though some shipping content exists.
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