COMICS PREVIEW – Power Rangers Solicitations for April 2023

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Last week we received the advanced solicitations for Boom! Studios Power Rangers comics coming out in the month of April 2023.

There are MAJOR spoilers below, so be warned!

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NEWS – EXCLUSIVE – BOOM! Studios MMPR MEGAZORD PACK Cover Reveals

Brand New Exclusive Variant Covers by Keyla Valerio Available in MEGAZORD PACK Collection
Return to Where it All Began and Relive Monumental Power Rangers Moments in September 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA (September 14, 2022) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global play and entertainment company, today revealed a first look at MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS MEGAZORD PACK, an exciting collection of key Power Rangers issues featuring brand new cover art by Keyla Valerio (Power Rangers Unlimited: Death Ranger), available September 2022.

Some of the biggest Power Rangers stories of all time return! ​​Return to where it all began, and relive the first appearance of fan favorite villain Drakkon, the commemorative crossover event Shattered Grid celebrating 25 years of Power Rangers, and the first appearance of the iconic Ranger Slayer! This highly collectible pack of five issues features all-new variant covers by Keyla Valerio, exclusive to this set.

The MEGAZORD PACK includes Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #1, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #9, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #25, Go Go Power Rangers #1, and Go Go Power Rangers #8.

Currently, Power Rangers is celebrating 29 continuous years on the air, making it one of the longest-running kids’ live-action series in television history, with over 900 episodes aired to date. Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993 with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the series launched its 29th overall season in Spring 2022, with season two of “Power Rangers Dino Fury,” which airs exclusively on Netflix in the U.S. with new episodes releasing September 29. Recently on National Power Rangers Day, the 30th season “Power Rangers: Cosmic Fury” was also announced to debut in 2023.

Print copies of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS MEGAZORD PACK will be available on September 21, 2022 exclusively at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the one nearest you), or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers like comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle. 

For continuing news on the MIGHTY MORPHIN and POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.

For more on Power Rangers, please visit www.powerrangers.com and follow Power Rangers on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 163

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 163

It’s time to Ranger Up with your hosts as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In this episode we continue our review of Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers comics with guest co-hosts Chris (@TokuChris) of PwrRngr.com (@PwrRngr), Chris (@clong83) from Geek Each Week (@geekeachweek), Derek (@DerekBGayle), and Ro (@RoliverQueen_) and Five (@SentaiFive) from The Leg10n Of Boom (@Leg10nOfBoom)!

We review the conclusion of Necessary Evil with Go Go Power Rangers issues 26-32 and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers issues 46-50!

We also discuss the latest news including MMPR Issue 50 second printing, press images for Hasbro Lightning Collection, Battle for the Grid Season 3 and more! Finally, we read your responses to our Ranger Nation Answers question where we asked our listeners about how they felt about the ending of Necessary Evil. Where do they think the comics will go story wise in upcoming issues?

Omega now, Omega forever!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 163 – “Boom Studios Power Rangers Comics Part 9: Necessary Evil Part 2”

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NEWS – Lightning Collection Press Images for Psycho Rangers, Omega Ranger and MMPR Red Helmet

Known for a few months through fans, Hasbro finally brought the heat today with some official reveals for all new additions to the Power Rangers Lightning Collection! Get your MORPH on with S.P.D. Omega Ranger And Uniforce Cycle VehicleIn Space Psycho Rangers 5-Pack and the Mighty Morphin Red Ranger Premium Collector Helmet.

See below for more product details with pre-order links, along with a gallery of high-res images (click to download)!


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. OMEGA RANGER AND UNIFORCE CYCLE VEHICLE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! The LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. OMEGA RANGER AND UNIFORCE CYCLE VEHICLE feature premium painted details and design inspired by POWER RANGERS S.P.D., and multiple points of articulation for high poseability for play or display. The UNIFORCE CYCLE has an attached stand for easy display, and the S.P.D. OMEGA RANGER comes with multiple character-inspired accessories. The OMEGA RANGER is a time traveling Power Ranger who travels back to the past to help the B-Squad Rangers, where he patrols the streets on his UNIFORCE CYCLE. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on AMAZON.com.


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE PSYCHO RANGERS 5-PACK
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $99.99)

The LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE PSYCHO RANGERS 5-PACK have premium painted details and design inspired by the POWER RANGERS IN SPACE series and comes with multiple character-inspired accessories, including the iconic weaponry of the PSYCHO RANGERS. Created as evil imitations, the PSYCHO RANGERS are five cyborgs whose goal is destroying the Power Rangers. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on AMAZON.com.


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN RED RANGER PREMIUM COLLECTOR HELMET
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99)

The LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN RED RANGER PREMIUM COLLECTOR HELMET is inspired by Jason Lee Scott’s iconic Red Ranger Helmet from the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS series. This full-scale helmet features a show-inspired detailed design, paint, and finish for morphinominal display in a POWER RANGERS collection. With adjustable straps to fit most, the helmet is perfect to wear for POWER RANGERS cosplay, role play or costume. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com.

COMIC REVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers 32

On June 10th, Boom Studios releases Go Go Power Rangers Issue 32.

THE ORIGIN OF THE OMEGA RANGERS CONCLUDES! Jason, Trini and Zack meet Kiya for the first time on Safehaven to begin their new roles as Omega Rangers! Meanwhile, what will it take for Aisha, Rocky and Adam to prove they’re ready to be the newest Power Rangers?

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“With this final issue, Go Go Power Rangers is over and concludes its part of Necessary Evil. With two weeks before Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Issue 50, now would be a good time to read the arc in chronological order for the big finale. I know I’ll be rereading everything to prepare! 

Since its debut, Go Go Power Rangers has always complimented the main comic while showing a deeper side to the Ranger’s lives. Over the past year, the back and forth between both series has played nicely for the arc. Now, writers Ryan Parrott and Sina Grace are closing a chapter and its definitely bittersweet. Personally, I always liked when GGPR has included moments from the show. It not only informs where everything takes place on the timeline, but also gives you more context to the bigger picture. There are some lines and scenes from “The Power Transfer Part 2”, but more lines and context has been added to work with the Necessary Evil story line. 

I applaud both of the writers for treating the real world reason of the three original actors leaving the show with respect by making a great story out of it. The conflict between Jason and Tommy is well done… we’ve seen the aftereffects in MMPR, but Tommy’s harsh words in this issue resonate throughout the arc in Jason’s frustrations. The final pages are a great reflection of the challenges both teams will face in this arc and a nice sendoff of this comic. Highly recommended!”

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COMIC REVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers 31

On May 27th, Boom Studios releases Go Go Power Rangers Issue 31.

Zack, and Trini are leaving Earth to officially join THE OMEGA RANGERS, but it means their former team is now down three people, with Lord Zedd about to launch his ultimate weapon! Zordon and Alpha-5 search desperately for worthy successors, but will it be enough to stop the enemy?

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“It’s been a long couple of months since the last issue of a Power Rangers comic had been released. Go Go Power Rangers 31 is the penultimate issue of this series and one of the few remaining in the Necessary Evil storyline. After the ending of the last issue, this issue takes a different approach with the resolutions coming in the form of flashbacks. Trini and Zack catch up with Kim and Billy respectfully, while Jason talks with his Dad about his “scuba trip”. This is a perfect way to not only move the story forward, but you feel the passage of time from what’s going on in real life with the comic delays. I know it’s completely unintentional because these comics are written months in advance, but the timing really works for this issue. 

There are definitely a couple twists in this issue with some new surprises, which were unexpected. As solicits get more spoilery, it is nice to have something happen that keeps you guessing. Writers Ryan Parrott and Sina Grace continue to keep the dialogue snappy and there are some nice dialogue page transitions here. As always the connections between character continue to shine. I loved Billy’s choice of relaxation after battle and the return of Jason’s Dad in this issue.  The art by Francesco Mortarino continues to impress and I love the more “anime” feel to the characters. 

With only one issue of Go Go Power Rangers left, I hope that it is a satisfying conclusion for this series, despite being the next-to-last-issue in Necessary Evil.”

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NEWS – New Lightning Collection Products Revealed During Fan First Friday

To add onto the excitement of the Power Rangers Dino Fury announcement, Hasbro has revealed brand new additions to the Power Rangers Lightning Collection line: Mighty Morphin Zordon And Alpha 5 2-Pack, Mighty Morphin Power Morpher, Mighty Morphin Putty Patrollers 2-Pack and In Space Psycho Green Ranger Figure! The new line is available now for pre-order through Walmart and/or Hasbro Pulse.

Fan First Friday Power Rangers Video [LINK]


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN ZORDON AND ALPHA 5 2-PACK
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: 8/10/2020)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! The LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN ZORDON AND ALPHA 5 2-PACK features premium painted details and design inspired by MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, with ZORDON as mentor of the original POWER RANGERS and ALPHA 5 as his loyal robotic sidekick. The 2-PACK comes with an ALPHA 5 figure with multiple points of articulation for high poseability and a ZORDON figure with light effects for play or display. Press the button on the base of the ZORDON figure to light up the pillar and display ZORDON’s floating head! GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on WALMART.com


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER MORPHER
(Ages 18 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/Available: 8/10/2020)

If you’ve ever clasped your belt buckle, yelled “IT’S MORPHIN TIME!” at a group of your friends, and dreamed of changing from a teenager (or adult, we don’t judge) with attitude into a Mighty Morphin Power Ranger, this POWER MORPHER is for you! The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER MORPHER is inspired by the first Morpher in the history of POWER RANGERS and let’s fans and collectors cosplay, display, or imagine to their heart’s content. With premium deco on the Morpher and display stand, an included belt buckle for clipping to costumes — or whatever you like — and 5 diecast Power Coins, each of which unlocks lights, sounds, and phrases inspired by one of the original POWER RANGERS, the options aren’t limitless, but they are morphinominal. Swap out the Power Coins to unlock sounds and light up the Morpher with colors inspired by each of the original POWER RANGERS: MASTODON, PTERODACTYL, TRICERATOPS, SABERTOOTH TIGER, and TYRANNOSAURUS. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on WALMART.com


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN PUTTY PATROLLERS 2-PACK
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: 8/10/2020)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN PUTTY PATROLLERS 2-PACK has premium painted details and design inspired by the MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS series. Minions of RITA REPULSA, the PUTTY PATROLLERS are molded by Finster and given life by Rita’s wand. This 2-pack includes swappable hands and blast effect accessories. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE PSYCHO GREEN RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99 /Available: 7/15/2020)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION PSYCHO GREEN RANGER FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, the Psycho Dagger accessory, blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com

NEWS – BOOM! Studios Announces New Dates for Power Rangers comics and more

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With comic retailers being closed for over a month or more, many in Ranger Nation have been anxiously awaiting news for when BOOM! Studios would resume their comics release. We now have news of their release schedule through the end of June 2020.

For Power Rangers, the schedule is as follows:

5/27/2020

  • Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers #31
  • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Vol. 11 SC

6/10/2020

  • Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers #32 (Series Finale)

6/17/2020

  • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #5 (Miniseries Finale)

6/24/2020

  • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #50 (Conclusion to Necessary Evil)

Last month BOOM! Studios announced their Retailer Support Program. Additionally, last week they sent a message of support to retailers with their Day One messaging. Now, their is a new commitment to retailers with a New Day One Retailer Support Services Program. Details are at the link, but Ranger Nation can expect new exclusive covers for Power Rangers comics and other incentives for BOOM! Studios titles.

Catch up with our Ranger Merch Reviews for the BOOM! Studios Power Rangers comics by listening to our review episodes.

COMIC PREVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers 30

On March 11th, Boom Studios releases Go Go Power Rangers Issue 30.

LORD ZEDD sets his eyes on something he is sure will defeat the Power Rangers, and unleashes his full force to obtain in. With Jason, Trini and Zack encountering a new threat of their own as OMEGA RANGERS, Tommy must lead Kimberly and Billy into battle at half-power with disastrous consequences.

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“It will be bittersweet when Go Go Power Rangers comes to a conclusion. For a standard sized comic, it feels like there is a lot of story packed into this issue. While Jason, Zack and Trini meet Kiya for the first time; Tommy, Kim and Billy are left to defend Promethea against Lord Zedd’s newest plan. The team is splintered and Kim’s concerns are valid.

What’s great about issue thirty is how much ties back to objects and stories seen throughout the entire run of the comics. This is very rewarding for longtime readers and it gives the story a really strong footing. I also enjoy seeing some Easter eggs from time to time. Look closely in this issue and you’ll see the crew from the anime series Cowboy Bebop.

Without giving anything away I will say that the ending to this issue surprised me to the point where I will have to rethink who or what will come back in the final pages of Necessary Evil.”

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 154

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 154

It’s time to Ranger Up with your hosts as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In this episode we continue our review of Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers comics with guest co-hosts Chris (@TokuChris) of PwrRngr (@PwrRngrSite), Chris (@clong83) from Geek Each Week (@geekeachweek), Ro (@RoliverQueen_) from The Leg10n Of Boom (@Leg10nOfBoom)!

We review the first half of Necessary Evil with Go Go Power Rangers issues 21-25 and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers issues 40-45!

We also discuss the latest news including the February 11th Hasbro Investor call and what it means for Power Rangers. Finally, we read your responses to our Ranger Nation Answers question where we asked what one event you’d want to see in the comics.

Go Go Beard Morphers er… Great Buddies!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 154 – “Ranger Merch Review: Boom Studios Power Rangers Comics Part 8: Necessary Evil Part 1”

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