NEWS – Hasbro’s All-New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Deluxe Figures Revealed at 1027 Event!

On Thursday, October 27th, Hasbro kicked off their second annual 1027 event, showing behind-the-scenes content, reveals, & select product drops for fan-favorite brands including Transformers, Star Wars, Marvel, Power Rangers, Dungeons & Dragons & Magic the Gathering!

For Power Rangers, Hasbro announced the newest Deluxe Wave of the Lightning Collection: IN SPACE SILVER RANGER 6-INCH ACTION FIGURE and TURBO BLUE SENTURION 6.6-INCH ACTION FIGURE.

See below for Power Rangers brand highlights, high-res product images, product copy and pre-order links.

You can catch the full stream of 1027 on the official Hasbro Pulse YouTube channel HERE.


POWER RANGERS – HASBRO PULSE 1027 2022 EVENT
PRODUCT REVEALS

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE SILVER RANGER 6-INCH ACTION FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $33.99 / Available: March 2023)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! Since 1923, Hasbro has been making action figures, dolls, and collectible toys. From Dino Fury back to the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the Power Rangers have brought teamwork, action, and superhero adventure to generations of fans. The legacy continues with action figures, vehicles, collectibles, toy sets, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating Ranger teams from almost 30 years. Imagine all the action of Power Rangers with toys from Hasbro!

Smooth Silver speeding in! Zhane rides into battle on his Silver Cycle. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection Action Figure of the IN SPACE SILVER RANGER is sculpted at a 6-inch scale and features premium deco, articulation, and paint hits, along with a bunch of show-inspired accessories, for awesome poseability whether displayed on your shelf or set up for play time. Look for other collectible Lightning Collection figures to expand the morphinomenal action. Additional products each sold separately. The In Space Silver Ranger action figure is available for pre-order exclusively for Hasbro Pulse Premium members beginning 10/27/2022 at 7pm ET at HasbroPulse.com in the US, Canada, and select European markets, and available to all fans beginning at 8:00pm ET. Also available at AmazonGameStop, Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore.

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POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION TURBO BLUE SENTURION 6.6-INCH ACTION FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $33.99 / Available: March 2023)

The Defender of Intergalactic Law has arrived! The BLUE SENTRION patrols the galaxy and provides aid to the TURBO RANGERS. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure has premium painted details and design. Look for other collectible Lightning Collection figures to expand the morphinomenal action. Additional products each sold separately. The Turbo Blue Senturion action figure is available for pre-order exclusively for Hasbro Pulse Premium members beginning 7pm ET at HasbroPulse.com in the US, Canada, and select European markets, and available to all fans beginning at 8:00pm ET.  Also available at AmazonGameStop, Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore.

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One of the entertainment reveals was introduced by Kai Moya who plays Ollie Akana in Power Rangers Dino Fury and Power Rangers Cosmic Fury. After missing the Hasbro PulseCon Dino Fury panel, he got to reveal his suit for the Cosmic Fury Blue Ranger!

Also revealed was the cast line up for the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers 30th Anniversary Special.

  • Charlie Kersh will be playing Minh, the daughter of Trini Kwan.
  • David Yost as Billy Cranston
  • Walter Jones as Zack Taylor
  • Johnny Yong Bosch as Adam Park
  • Karan Ashley as Aisha Campbell
  • Steve Cardenas as Rocky DeSantos
  • Catherine Sutherland as Katherine Hillard


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NEWS – Hasbro Pulse Con 2022 Product Reveals For Power Rangers

On Friday, September 30th, Hasbro kicked off Pulse Con 2022 with officially launching the Selfie Series platform, now available on the Hasbro Pulse app, along with several exciting announcements, collaborations and product reveals for Power Rangers! See below for brand highlights and high-res product images, product copy and pre-order links.

You can catch the full stream of Day 1 reveals on the official Hasbro Pulse YouTube channel HERE.


POWER RANGERS – HASBRO PULSE CON 2022 PRODUCT REVEALS

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT IN SPACE ASTRO MEGAZORD FIGURE
(Ages 15 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $165.99/Available for pre-order now)

LET’S ROCKET! The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! The crackle of unreleased energy. The smell of ozone. The feeling that something big is about to happen… when you know you’re in the calm before the storm. Welcome to ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT, the next evolution of LIGHTNING COLLECTION. We’re bringing our expertise in giant robots and experience with awesome collector figures into this never-been-done-before expression of some of the most iconic robots ever to grace the screen. The Zord Ascension Project figures feature premium deco and paint, along with intricate details that create an awesome collectible.

It’s time to bring the Power Rangers In Space Rangers’ Megazord into the Lightning Collection with the ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT ASTRO MEGAZORD (MZ-0602) – a premium, collectible figure made with an incredible attention to detail and the love of true fans of Power Rangers and awesome giant robots. The ASTRO MEGAZORD includes 14 accessories making this figure a truly morphinominal addition to any fan’s shelf. Following are key product features:

  •  1:144-SCALE COLLECTIBLE FIGURE: The Astro Megazord will fit right in with already-existing displays.
  • INCLUDES THE ASTRO MEGASHIP AND ASTRO MEGASHUTTLE: Dock the two components to form the Astro Megazord.
  • THE ULTIMATE DISPLAY PIECE, PART 1: Incredible detailing and specialized paint techniques to highlight the details of the Astro Megazord
  • A UNIQUE UNBOXING EXPERIENCE: We’re transporting you to the Zord Ascension Project and putting you inside the cockpit with premium packaging unlike anything you’ve seen before from Power Rangers.
  • ZAP IS AN ECOSYSTEM OF ZORD COLLECTIBILITY: The MZ-0602 Astro Megazord isn’t the only part of the Lightning Collection Zord Ascension Project! Look for other 1:144 Scale Zords and Megazords (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order today on Hasbro Pulse in the US, Canada, and select European markets at 5pm ET for Hasbro Pulse Premium Members and 6pm ET for all fans. Also available at GameStop, Entertainment Earth, Dorksidetoys and BigBadToyStore.


POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO CHARGE BLUE RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available for pre-order now)

This POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO CHARGE BLUE RANGER FIGURE is sculpted at a 6-inch scale and features premium deco, articulation, and paint hits, along with a bunch of show-inspired accessories, for awesome poseability whether displayed on your shelf or set up for play time. The figure is inspired by the DINO CHARGE Blue Ranger from the TV series where Koda was frozen in ice for 100,000 years and preserved by his Blue Energem (whew).

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse  in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at Amazon and GameStop.

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POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION BEAST MORPHERS YELLOW RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available for pre-order now)

This POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION BEAST MORPHERS YELLOW RANGER FIGURE is 6-inch scale and features premium deco, articulation, and paint hits, along with show-inspired accessories, for awesome poseability whether displayed on your shelf or set up for play time. The figure is inspired by the BEAST MORPHERS Yellow Ranger from the TV series. A true glow up! After bonding with jackrabbit DNA, Zoey Reeves goes from laundry duty to Yellow Ranger. Includes: figure, 1 accessory, alternate hands, alternate head, and blast effect piece.

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse  in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at Amazon and GameStop.

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POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION WILD FORCE PUTRID FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available for pre-order now)

This POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION WILD FORCE PUTRID FIGURE is 6-inch scale and features premium deco, articulation, and paint hits, along with show-inspired accessories, for awesome poseability whether displayed on your shelf or set up for play time. The figure is inspired by the footsoldiers in the WILD FORCE TV series. Things get slimy when Toxica summons the Putrids from their pink goo to battle the POWER RANGERS. Includes: figure, 1 accessories, alternate hands, and blast effect piece.

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse  in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at Amazon and GameStop.

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POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO FURY GREEN RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available for pre-order now)

This POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO FURY GREEN RANGER FIGURE is 6-inch scale and features premium deco, articulation, and paint hits, along with show-inspired accessories, for awesome poseability whether displayed on your shelf or set up for play time. The figure is inspired by the DINO FURY Green Ranger from the tv series. Go go, Green! Track star Izzy Garcia doesn’t let anything stand in her way and she never backs down from a challenge. Includes: figure, 1 accessory, alternate hands, alternate head, and blast effect piece.

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse  in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at Amazon and GameStop.

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POWER RANGERS X STREET FIGHTER LIGHTNING COLLECTION MORPHED CAMMY STINGING CRANE RANGER COLLAB 6” ACTION FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $33.99/Available: Spring 2023)

GET READY FOR ACTION… IT’S MORPHIN TIME! Inspired by Capcom’s iconic Street Fighter franchise, when Cammy gets a Power Coin, her awesome fighting style gets a boost from the grid. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS X STREET FIGHTER COLLAB action figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by Capcom’s iconic Street Fighter franchise and its Power Rangers mashup, with over 20 points of articulation for high poseability. Plus, swappable hands for more ways to play or display. Featuring an iconic mashup design, this Cammy figure includes a stand for action poses, 3 blast effects accessories, and 1 pair of additional hands. 

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at GameStop, Entertainment Earth, Dorksidetoys and BigBadToyStore. 


POWER RANGERS X STREET FIGHTER LIGHTNING COLLECTION MORPHED KEN SOARING FALCON RANGER COLLAB 6” ACTION FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $33.99/Available: Spring 2023)

GET READY FOR ACTION… IT’S MORPHIN TIME! Inspired by Capcom’s iconic Street Fighter franchise, when Ken gets a Power Coin, his awesome fighting style gets a boost from the grid. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS X STREET FIGHTER COLLAB action figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by Capcom’s iconic Street Fighter franchise and its Power Rangers mashup, with over 20 points of articulation for high poseability. Plus, swappable hands for more ways to play or display. Featuring an iconic mashup design, this Ken figure includes a stand for action poses, 3 blast effects accessories, and 1 pair of additional hands. Look for other LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures and roleplay items and stay tuned for more.

Available for pre-order now on Hasbro Pulse in the US, Canada, and select European markets. Also available at GameStop, Entertainment Earth, Dorksidetoys and BigBadToyStore. 


The Power Rangers Cosmic Fury panel was hosted by Andre Meadows (@blacknerd). He was joined by the Power Rangers Dino Fury cast to discuss the newest season and updates about Cosmic Fury!

The second half of Season 2 (Episodes 12-22) has dropped exclusively on NETFLIX and is available now.

Power Rangers Cosmic Fury will be 10 episodes and drop on the same day worldwide on Netflix in 2023, eliminating the “international spoilers” frustration. Cosmic Fury will feature all new suits for morphed ground fights and will utilize footage from Uchu Sentai KyuRanger for the Zord footage.

There was also a special surprise as David Yost and Walter Jones announced their return to the franchise with a Mighty Morphin Power Rangers 30th Anniversary Special.


Coming off the heals of the release of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers landmark Issue 100 this past week, Boom! Studios writers, Ryan Parrott and Melissa Flores spoke with Andre to give details on the future of the comics series.


Reaching fans in the US, Canada, UK and Germany, Hasbro Pulse Con will be livestreamed exclusively on the Hasbro Pulse YouTube channel. Attendees of Hasbro Pulse Con can expect a robust lineup of programming, including multiple new collaboration announcements and the highly anticipated launch of Hasbro Selfie Series, the new personalization platform that allows fans to add their own face to debuting figures with fan-favorite character costume designs from Marvel, G.I. JOEGhostbusters, and Power Rangers, as well as designs inspired by Star Wars™ heroes.

Additionally, Hasbro is partnering with Toys for Tots for this year’s event. For every viewer of Hasbro Pulse Con 2022, Hasbro will donate two toys or games to Toys for Tots, up to 60,000 pieces. Stay up to date on #HasbroPulseCon2022 news at: http://go.hasb.ro/HasbroPulseCon2022. To stay up-to-date, fans can sign up for the Hasbro Pulse newsletter, follow @HasbroPulse on Instagram and Facebook and visit HasbroPulseCon.com.

COMICS PREVIEW – Power Rangers Solicitations for September 2022

Boom! Studios

Today we received the advanced solicitations for Boom! Studios Power Rangers comics coming out in the month of September 2022.

There are MAJOR spoilers below, so be warned!

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NEWS – Your First Look at a Brand New POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED Adventure in SPACE

Your First Look at a Brand New POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED Adventure in SPACE
Discover a Universe-Expanding Power Rangers Special in the Milestone CHARGE TO 100 in June 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 21, 2022) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), today revealed an exclusive first look at POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED: COUNTDOWN TO RUIN #1, an exciting new one-shot adventure by highly acclaimed author Marguerite Bennett (Batwoman, M.O.M. Mother of Madness), rising star artists Anna Kekovsky Chandra and Giuseppe Cafaro, colorists Sara Antonellini, with color assistance from Sharon Marino, and Fabi Marques, and letterer Ed Dukeshire, presenting a brand new story that ties the past, present, and future of the Power Rangers together into an unforgettable saga that will have ramifications for all things Morphin across the galaxy . . .

Continue the CHARGE TO 100 in this POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED special as calamity looms for fan-favorites Andros and Zhane from the hit series “Power Rangers in Space.” Discover their past growing up on KO-35, the journey to becoming Rangers, and the epic battle that changed their lives forever…

POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED: COUNTDOWN TO RUIN #1 features main cover art by Keyla Valerio (Mighty Morphin) and variant cover art by highly acclaimed illustrators Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin), Junggeun Yoon (Moon Knight), and more.

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 will celebrate its 29th overall season in Spring 2022, with season two of “Power Rangers Dino Fury,” airing exclusively on Netflix in the U.S.

Print copies of POWER RANGERS UNLIMITED: COUNTDOWN TO RUIN #1 will be available on June 29, 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 MIGHTY MORPHIN and POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.

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COMICS PREVIEW – Power Rangers Solicitations for June 2022

Boom! Studios

Today we received the advanced solicitations for Boom! Studios Power Rangers comics coming out in the month of June 2022.

There are MAJOR spoilers below, so be warned!

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NEWS – Power Rangers Fan First Friday 12-10-2021 – ALL-NEW Lightning Collection Reveals

Last Friday, December 10th, Hasbro had a new Fan First Friday revealing a new Lightning Collection In-Space Red Ecliptor as well as more details on the Mighty Morphin Dino Megazord Zord Ascension Project. The livestream also included details on the upcoming comics Power Rangers Issue 14 and Power Rangers Universe Issue 1.

See below for full details and high-res images.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE RED ECLIPTOR 6-INCH Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99)

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From DINO FURY back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought fans teamwork, action, and adventure. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! For his final battle against the IN SPACE POWER RANGERS, Ecliptor gains new powers and a sinister red color. The LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE RED ECLIPTOR 6-INCH Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, a sword accessory, a power blast effect accessory, 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.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT MIGHTY MORPHIN DINO MEGAZORD FIGURE
(Ages 15 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $165.99/Available for pre-order starting 12/10/2021 at 9am PT / 12pm ET)

The crackle of unreleased energy. The smell of ozone. The feeling that something big is about to happen… when you know you’re in the calm before the storm. Welcome to ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT, the next evolution of LIGHTNING COLLECTION. We’re bringing our expertise in giant robots and experience with awesome collector figures into this never-been-done-before expression of some of the most iconic robots ever to grace the screen. This LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT DINO MEGAZORD FIGURE (MZ-0101) is a premium, collectible figure made with incredible attention to detail and the love of true fans of POWER RANGERS and awesome giant robots. Featuring five individual Zord figures that can combine to form the Dino Megazord — in both Tank and Battle Modes — this figure is a truly morphinominal addition to any fan’s shelf. Following are key product features:

  • This scale puts the Dino Megazord figure into the company of the great model kits and displays that exist
  • Incredible detailing, including translucent pieces and specialized paint techniques to highlight the details of the Zords
  • We’re transporting you to the Zord Ascension Project and putting you inside the cockpit with premium packaging unlike anything you’ve seen before from Power Rangers
  • A removable faceplate showcases the cockpit of the Megazord, with sculpted Rangers inside
  • Each Zord is designed with attention to that original concept art detail… easter eggs abound!
  • The LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZORD ASCENSION PROJECT DINO MEGAZORD FIGURE (MZ-0101) is only the beginning.

GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order starting 12/10/2021 at 9am PT / 12pm ET on HasbroPulse.comEntertainment EarthGameStop and BigBadToyStore.

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 190

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47, @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

Eric, A.P. and Zach discuss the Power Rangers non-news of the week and review everything Power Rangers related from this year’s Hasbro PulseCon!

“Non-News”? Yeah… we talk about some “leaks” that aren’t true. Come on Ranger Nation, we’re better than that.

The rest of this is all about Hasbro PulseCon! From the Dino Fury cast interview, to all of the product reveals for Lightning Collection, comics and… yes, we talk about the NFT Megazord. What the heck is an NFT? Why is this a bad move for Power Rangers? We break all of it down. We also talk about the Hasbro Pulse Premium 1027 event and the In-Space Silver non-announcement. Finally, we ask our audience their favorite reveal or news item from Hasbro Pulse Con.

Use the extra hour this weekend to listen to the podcast!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 190 – “Rangers Talk Hasbro PulseCon 2021”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:00:00 – Intro, Announcements for next episode
  • 0:03:00 – Non-News – Fake Leaks and Images
  • 0:17:50 – Hasbro Pulse Con – Dino Fury Panel
  • 0:36:19 – Lightning Collection Panel
  • 1:03:31 – BOOM! Studios Panel
  • 1:04:01 – The NFT Talk
  • 1:28:56 – Hasbro Pulse Premium 1027 Event
  • 1:33:49 – Ranger Nation Answers

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NEWS – Walgreens Exclusive Power Rangers Lightning Collection In Space Silver Ranger Available Now

After Hasbro Pulse Premium’s 1027 Event, the Hasbro Pulse website added the Power Rangers Lightning Collection In Space Silver Ranger to their “Back In Stock” tab. One of the Lightning Collection’s worst kept secrets, the In Space Silver Ranger is a Walgreens Exclusive in the United States. At the time of writing this entry, the figure has not been officially announced by Hasbro.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” In Space Silver Ranger Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/Available Now at limited quantities through Hasbro Pulse)

After being cryogenically frozen for years, Zhane was miraculously restored and able to help his fellow Rangers fight for the side of good once again. This 6-inch Lightning Collection In Space Silver Ranger figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet, Super Silverizer (in blaster mode and sword mode), blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers! Power Rangers toys each sold separately. Subject to availability. Exclusive to Walgreens with limited quantities available on HasbroPulse.com.