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Of his three brothers, Raphael is actually closest to Michelangelo, even having stated it in the fourth issue of the original TMNT comics.

Raphael often shows a caring, more laid-back, side of himself when around his youngest brother, frequently indulging the younger turtle emotionally when at home and ferociously protecting him from harm when in battle.

Raphael openly admits that the mere thought of his youngest brother being grievously injured causes him to experience violent rage.

In his self-titled one-shot micro series, Raphael met human vigilante Casey Jones, his foil, who was even more violent and unstable than he was.

Despite their brutal first meeting, the two have since formed a close bond.