Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 207

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!

Trigger Warning (TW): Suicide, Death

“Hello listeners.

This is Eric from Ranger Command with a little bit of a pre-show heads up of what to expect in this episode. So, this episode is not going to be edited… or very light editing. So there may be some swears that are unbleeped, especially during the last half of this podcast – which is… interview that Joshua Aaron Moore did with Jason David Frank, who passed away over the past week.

This episode is a tribute to Jason David Frank and we are honoring him by not having our typical… uh…you won’t find an ad read. You’re not going to find an intro or an advertisement or anything like that.

So, just a heads up that if you don’t feel comfortable listening to this episode because we do talk about suicide… then, please skip this episode until you’re ready to listen to it. Until you want to pay your respects to Jason David Frank.

There are many listener stories, as well. Many listeners have shared their thoughts on JDF and I know that can open up a lot of emotions for people. So, this serves as a trigger warning (TW) not only for suicide, but also for the deep emotions that losing someone like Jason David Frank will cause.

A.P., Zach and I also discuss our feelings, and like I said, this will barely be edited. This is our raw emotions, recorded only a couple days after he passed. If you or someone you love needs help, please reach out to someone.

If you’re in the United States, the Suicide Hotline is 988. If you’re in the U.K., the Suicide Hotline is 0800 689 5652; if it’s an emergency, that’s 112. And then, if you are in New Zealand, emergency is 111 and the Suicide Hotline is 1737. You can find more suicide hotlines or more resources internationally at https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ – that’s where we got this information.

Thank you for listening and Rest in Peace, JDF.”

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 207 – “Rangers Reflect on Jason David Frank & Joshua Moore’s Interview with JDF”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:00:00 – Message to Listeners
  • 0:02:48 – Power Ranger’s Tribute to JDF
  • 0:04:21 – The Hosts pay their respects & read listener tributes
  • 1:02:49 – Joshua Aaron Moore’s Interview with Jason David Frank

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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

Links mentioned in show:

NEWS – Hasbro Pulse Con 2021 Power Rangers Reveals

Hasbro Pulse Con 2021, hosted by SYFY Wire on-air correspondent, writer, and producer, Jackie Jennings and new co-host Khleo Thomas, actor, influencer, artist, and entrepreneur, is available NOW to watch exclusively on the Hasbro Pulse Fan Fest YouTube channel. The event included exclusive product and entertainment reveals, engaging panels and activations from Hasbro brands, including Power Rangers, G.I. JOE, Transformers, Fortnite and more!

Below are the reveals for Power Rangers, including: 6” Dino Fury Red Ranger, Zeo Cog and Dino Charge Pink Ranger Figures; Deluxe 7” Mighty Morphin Parantishead and Deluxe 6” In Space Blue Ranger & Galaxy Glider; and the Mighty Morphin Lord Zedd Premium Collector Helmet.

See below for full details and high-res images.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION WAVE 11

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” Dino Fury Red Ranger Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

In the DINO FURY series, Zayto, an alien knight from the planet Rafkon, wakes up after 65 million years in stasis to stop evil forces from destroying Earth. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO FURY RED RANGER 6-INCH FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet. The figure also comes with a Chromafury Saber 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.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” Dino Charge Pink Ranger Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

In the DINO CHARGE series, the rough-n-tumble Shelby loves everything dinosaurs, especially using her triceratops powers to protect the Earth. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO CHARGE PINK RANGER 6-INCH FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without her helmet. The figure also comes with accessories, the Tricera Drill, Dino Charge Morpher and blast effect piece, as well as 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.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” Wild Force Lunar Wolf Ranger Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

In the WILD FORCE series, Merrick is a skilled warrior and lone wolf trying to atone for his past and find his place in the modern world. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION WILD FORCE LUNAR WOLF RANGER 6-INCH FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet. The figure also comes with accessories, the Lunar Cue in Sword Mode and Blaster Mode and blast effect piece, as well as 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.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” Zeo Cog Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

In the ZEO series, the evil Machine Empire sends its foot soldier Cogs to battle the POWER RANGERS. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO COG 6-INCH FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and swappable heads to display the Zeo Cogs “open” or “closed.” The figure also comes with accessories, an Extended Zeo Cog Staff, Short Zeo Cog Staff and Zeo II Power Tonfas, as well as 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.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DELUXE WAVE 1

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DELUXE 7” Mighty Morphin Pirantishead Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $31.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

Bigger, badder, and occasionally scarier, the LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS celebrates the best (and sometimes weirdest) monsters in POWER RANGERS history. In the MIGHTY MORHIN series, Lord Zedd created Pirantishead’s fish scale skin and superhuman strength, making him a difficult foe to defeat, but any fin is possible for the Rangers. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS MIGHTY MORPHIN PIRANTISHEAD 7-INCH FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, Nunchuck Flutes accessory with blast effect piece, and an alternate pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Bigger, badder, and occasionally scarier, Lightning Collection celebrates the best (and sometimes weirdest) monsters in Power Rangers history. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DELUXE 6” In Space Blue Ranger & Galaxy Glider Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $31.99/PROMISE DATE FALL 2022)

In the IN SPACE series, T.J. was originally the Red Turbo Ranger, then became the IN SPACE BLUE RANGER and second-in-command when the POWER RANGERS journeyed to the distant planet of KO-35. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6-INCH IN SPACE BLUE RANGER & GALAXY GLIDER FIGURE features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet. The figure also comes with an Astro Axe, Astro Blaster and accessories with 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.comAmazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION Lord Zedd Helmet
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $119.99/PROMISE DATE SPRING 2022)

The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN LORD ZEDD PREMIUM COLLECTOR HELMET is inspired by the iconic LORD ZEDD 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 and GameStop.

NEWS – Power Rangers Fan First Friday July 2021 – ALL NEW 6” Lightning Collection Figures and more

Hasbro just rolled out some MORPHINOMINAL news today during its Power Rangers Fan First Friday livestream with all new additions to the Lightning Collection including the 6” In Space Phantom Ranger, 6” Dino Charge Green Ranger, 6” Zeo Yellow Ranger, In Space Pink Ranger and 6” Mighty Morphin Eye Guy Figures!

Pre-orders are live now at HasbroPulse.com. See below for more product details along with high-res images.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE PHANTOM RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99 /Available: 11/1/2021)

Amazon Link (helps support the podcast)
Gamestop

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From DINO FURY 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!  In the IN SPACE TV series, the mysterious Phantom Ranger aids the POWER RANGERS in their quest to protect Earth, deriving his powers, like invisibility, from his Power Ruby. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE PHANTOM RANGER Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, Turbo Navigator weapon accessory, 2 blast effect pieces, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. 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 6” DINO CHARGE GREEN RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99 /Available: 11/1/2021)

Amazon Link (helps support the podcast)
Gamestop

In the DINO CHARGE TV series, Riley, the quiet and disciplined Green Ranger powered by the velociraptor, is a fierce fighter despite being a bit younger than the other Rangers. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” DINO CHARGE GREEN 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, Dino Charge Morpher, Dino Saber accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. 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 6” ZEO YELLOW RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99 /Available: 11/1/2021)

Amazon Link (helps support the podcast)
Gamestop

In the ZEO TV series, the up-beat and athletic Zeo Yellow Ranger, Tanya, radiates positivity, ever mindful of the tremendous power she wields when defending the Earth. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” ZEO YELLOW 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 her helmet, Zeo Pistol, Zeo Blade, Double Clubs accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display.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 6” IN SPACE PINK RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99 /Available: 11/1/2021)

Amazon Link (helps support the podcast)
Gamestop

In the IN SPACE TV series, the bold and rebellious In Space Pink Ranger, Cassie, will do anything for her friends, especially when it comes to defeating villainous monsters. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE PINK 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 her helmet, Satellite Stunner, Astro Blaster accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. 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 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN EYE GUY Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99 /Available: 11/1/2021)

Amazon Link (helps support the podcast)
Gamestop

In the MIGHTY MORPHIN TV series, Eye Guy (Created by Finster) was one of Rita Repulsa’s favorite monsters, sent to Earth to capture an extremely smart child’s intelligence. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN EYE GUY Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, includes separated eye accessory, power blast effect accessory, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com.

 

The full stream can be viewed here:

 

Other announcements included:

  • The JADA Toys – White Ranger 2002 Honda NSX Type-R Japan Spec – Releases Fall 2021

  • Legacy Wars adding Dragon Armor Trini – Available now!

  • Power Month starts August 1 with new product reveals every week with different themes.

  • Tiger Electronics Rerelease – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers LCD Video Game  – August 1st

 

They also revealed Dino Fury Toy updates. For the Combining Zords Wave 1 includes: T-Rex Champion Zord, Tricera Blade/Stego Spine,  Ankylo Hammer/Tiger Claw releasing in the late summer to early fall. Wave 2 will include the Mosa Razor and Ptera Freeze Zords next Spring.

As for the Dino Fury 6″ Basic Figures, Aiyon the Gold Ranger and Void Knight are releasing with their accessories and Keys. There will also be an Amazon Exclusive Dino Fury Team Pack which includes the Green and Black Rangers, Chromafury Sabers, and Battle Belt buckle.

Finally, it wouldn’t be a Fan First Friday without a tease. Could the Ninjetti figures be on their way?

Stay tuned to Ranger Command for more news as we approach Power Month!

GUEST EDITORIAL – Consistently Inconsistent – Power Rangers Lightning Collection

Consistently Inconsistent: The Power Rangers Lightning Collection

Guest Editorial by Mike (@BigMike8109 on Twitter)

The time was August 2018 at Power Morphicon. There I was, along with a room full of fans, waiting for the announcement of what Hasbro was going to do first with their newly acquired toy line for Power Rangers. We all sat there as they introduced us to the Lightning Collection; new 6-inch highly articulated and painted action figures. They even showed off a video of their first figure – Mighty Morphin White Ranger Tommy Oliver himself! The crowd went wild, mainly because it wasn’t the Green Ranger version of Tommy, but the second leader of the team version. What really got people hyped up was the announcement of head sculpts and tons of accessories that were all included with an amazing price of $19.99 USD!

It was truly great to see Hasbro show off what they could do with the brand with just the first of many figures to come. Here we are in December 2020 and we’re well over 60 figures deep into the line. We’ve got a mix of teams, helmets, villains, a possible Megazord, and role play items like the Dragon Dagger. There is one thing that stands out in the vast Morphin Grid of things to collect; it’s apparent not every team is represented yet and some odd things stand out. I’m here to talk about one thing that’s consistent with each figure that has more than two team members represented and that is: it’s really inconsistent.

I won’t be talking about missing paint, odd choices for accessories, or why some figures didn’t get a head sculpt. Yes, I’m looking at you Ranger Slayer and Magna Defender! What I will be talking about is why some people might have a hard time displaying full teams when they’re completed because of one main reason: the figures aren’t painted the same way on each Ranger from that team. Below, I’m going to go by the seasons that have multiple rangers in the line and where the paint is, or isn’t, or is just different. Some of it is nitpicking on my part, but it’s still something I want to point out. Lets get wild!

Dino Charge

First up: Dino Charge Red and Dino Charge Black. Let’s take a look at the Dino Com Buckle on Red: it’s painted yellow on the trim, black on the inside and the Dino logo is silver. Which, as far as I know, is show accurate. Looking at Dino Charge Black, it’s the same, but not by much. The Dino Com Buckle on Black has yellow trim – and that’s where the similarities stop. The colors are swapped with silver being the inside and black being the Dino logo.

Power Rangers Lighting Collection – Dino Charge Belt Comparison

Another inconsistency is that while the silver on Dino Charge Red’s gloves are painted the screen accurate silver, Black and Gold are missing this detail.

Power Rangers Lighting Collection – Dino Charge Gloves Comparison

The accessories are also not the same paint-wise. Red’s Dino Saber is painted show accurate for the most part, but Black’s isn’t. The yellow part of the same piece stops at what they assumed was the hilt. Finally, there’s the Dino Charge Morphers: they are both different shades of yellow all together.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Dino Charge Accessories Comparison

In Space

Let’s Rocket to In Space Red and In Space Yellow. Looking at the neck of the Red Ranger, you can see it’s a basic yellow paint application. But when compared to the Yellow Ranger, she clearly has a more shiny gold – which wasn’t the way it was presented on the show. Again, if you’re paying attention to the detail it’s noticeable but for some displaying on a shelf far away they might not notice. Looking at the accessories they both seem to be well painted.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – In Space Neck Colors Comparison

S.P.D.

Now for an S.P.D. Emergency! At first glance you might not notice any inconsistencies unless you are really looking. The “SPD” on S.P.D. Red is a basic grey with the “SPD” letters in white, but on S.P.D. Blue it’s a thicker rectangle and a lighter shade of grey with the “SPD” letters placed higher. Going off the promo pics of S.P.D. Pink, the badge is black and thinner than Red or Blue and the “SPD” letters are not centered.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – SPD Badge Comparison

Jumping to the Delta Morphers, Red and Blue are nearly identical, but the inconsistency is with Pink’s Morpher. It has a silver outline and “SPD” down the middle, but is missing the other words on the Morpher and not painted white like Red and Blue.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – SPD Delta Morphers Comparison

Dino Thunder

Dino Thunder, Power Up! So far, we got the Red Ranger and White Ranger with the Blue Ranger coming in March 2021. I wont be comparing the White Ranger’s suits to the rest, but I will point out that only the Red Ranger got the paint on the back of gloves while Blue and White did not.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Dino Thunder Gloves Comparison

Looking at Red and Blue side by side you’d be hard press to notice any inconsistences, but there are a few. Red doesn’t have the gold trim around the neck that Blue has. Their Dino Morphers are not painted the same either. Red has a solid red paint job to match his ranger color, while Blue is white to match the diamond pattern of his. Just to nitpick, both have silver outlines on their helmets when it’s suppose to be white. Heck, it’s even white on the box art!

Finally, much like the Dino Charge figures, the backs of the gloves are missing paint – white on the Blue Ranger and black on the White Ranger. The Red Ranger is consistent with screen accuracy.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Dino Thunder Body Details

Zeo

Stronger then before, Go Zeo! Looking at Zeo Ranger V Red, Zeo Ranger III Blue and the upcoming Zeo Ranger IV Green, there are some small differences between them. Each seem to be painted with matching gold trim and the correct shade of their color.

The inconsistency however, lies with the helmets. Zeo Green and Zeo Blue have a silver trim around their visors, while Zeo Red is painted white. The white trim is the correct show accurate color, but why they don’t at least have matching silver or white is beyond me.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Zeo helmets comparison

Another inconsistency is that on Zeo Blue, the butterfly joint is painted with a strip of white to match the area on the shoulders. Green and Red are missing this detail.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Zeo butterfly joint comparison. Credit – TokuChris

We won’t get into why Zeo Blue doesn’t have his weapon, yet Zeo Red and Zeo Green do.

Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers

Now let’s GO GO take a look at the team that started it all, Mighty Morphin’! There’s actually only a few things here that don’t match and it’s really only on two of the figures. With the Power Morphers on the belts, only the Black Ranger is missing the red outline around the Power Coin. Everyone else has it and even the Green Ranger‘s morpher is correctly painted gold. The weird thing here is that this is the second Black Ranger released. The first one was the Walgreens’ exclusive Armored (Dragon Shield) version. Taken from the only episode to air with this power up, “Oyster Stew”, this version of the figure has the Power Morpher painted correctly! Why didn’t Hasbro take that mold and just remove the Dragon Shield? I don’t know.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – MMPR belts comparison

My second nitpick of this team has been wildly documented on my personal twitter and within the fandom/collecting space. The second release of the Green Ranger is missing the diamonds under his shield. The first release was part of the “Fighting Spirit” two-pack, which had everything from that episode of Dino Thunder accurately painted. This includes the silver stripe on his helmet and the silver Power Morpher! Why Hasbro didn’t look at both figures and merge them to make a completely show accurate Green Ranger is beyond me. When asked during Hasbro PulseCon, they passed it off as Green not having the diamonds sometimes, which isn’t true at all, but I digress.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – MMPR Green diamond comparison. Note: Press photo on left does not reflect final color of the shield.

So not a lot to talk about with America’s first Power Rangers team, but it’s not the first completed team in the Lighting Collection line…

The Psycho Rangers are the first completed team in the Lightning Collection line. They’re also the only team to get a complete set packed together, all five Psycho Rangers are included. Originally, when I first looked at the Psycho Rangers plus Psycho Green, I didn’t notice anything wrong with their paint consistency. BUT there is something inconsistent! The back of the box shows their belt buckles are outlined with their respected colors, but only Psycho Pink has that paint in the pack. You could say Psycho Black has it too, but who really knows? So 4 out of the 6 Psycho Rangers are painted inconsistently.

Power Rangers Lightning Collection – Psycho Rangers – Belt Outlines


A lot of these details are not deal breakers for most people, in fact, quite a lot of people. This includes myself, since I’ll buy each figure as they come out. However, the worry of consistent inconsistencies remains each time a new member of a team is introduced. We don’t know yet if anything from Time Force or the Metallic Armor figures will be different since those only have one ranger represented. We may never know the reasons why the paint is different across a team. And I don’t think that if we ask that will get a straight answer, or an answer at all. Some say, “It only costs $19.99, calm down!”, but I say if you’re gonna mess up, then at least mess up consistently.

Bonus!

Activate Beast Powers! Beast Morphers Red and Blue are consistent with their paint applications. So fingers crossed Yellow gets released and matches them perfectly!

Credit:

Written/Pictures by Mike (@BigMike8109 on Twitter)
Edited by Eric Berry (@trekkieb47)
Press Photos from Hasbro

Last Edit – 12/26/2020 – Zeo butterfly joints, Dino Charge gloves, Psycho Rangers

NEWS – ALL NEW Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 8 Action Figures!

Wave 8 of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection was officially announced today on the Power Rangers Twitter – New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue Ranger, S.P.D. Pink Ranger, Lost Galaxy Red Ranger and Zeo IV Green Ranger  figures are now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse! Use our Amazon Affiliate Links to help support Ranger Command Power Hour!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO THUNDER BLUE RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
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Hasbro Pulse 

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From Dino Fury back to the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the Power Rangers have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating ranger teams from Mighty Morphin to the Dino Fury. Imagine all the action of Power Rangers with toys from Hasbro! (Power Rangers toys each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue 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, Thundermax Saber, Thundermax Blaster, and Tricera Shield accessories, with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 4 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Dino series. The Dino Thunder Blue Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Blue Dino Gem, Ethan becomes the Dino Thunder Blue Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. PINK RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection S.P.D. Pink 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 her helmet, Delta Morpher, multiple modes of the Deltamax Striker accessories, blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes: figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the S.P.D. series. The S.P.D. Pink Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in her helmet and one without. Sydney has the enhanced genetic ability to alter her molecular structure, including forming the “Fist of Iron” as a S.P.D. Pink Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION LOST GALAXY RED RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Lost Galaxy Red 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, Quasar Launcher and Magna Talon accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 3 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Power Rangers Lost Galaxy series. The Lost Galaxy Red Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Red Quasar Saber, Leo becomes the Lost Galaxy Red Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO IV GREEN RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Zeo Green 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, Zeo Power Pod Sword, Zeo IV Power Axes, and Zeo Laser Pistol accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Zeo TV series. Using the power of the Rectangle Sub-Crystal, Adam becomes the Zeo IV Green Ranger.

NEWS – Hasbro PulseCon 2020 Power Rangers Reveals

Hasbro just wrapped two successful days of its first-ever virtual convention, Hasbro PulseCon, hosted by Jackie Jennings, SYFY Wire on-air correspondent, writer, and producer. The con was action-packed, featuring musical guests and engaging concert experiences from Fallout BoyLights and Jack Black and Kyle Gass of Tenacious D, several appearances by the energetic John Cena who moderated a live Q&A with Tenacious D and served as judge of the cosplay contest, as well as a live Q&A with Fall Out Boy which closed out the event.

For Power Rangers, the brand team panel gave first-looks at the Retro-Morphin Figures and Zeo Megazord, along with a number of Lightning Collection products like the new wave of figures and Metallic Pink Ranger, with sneak peeks at the Monsters and Versus 2-Packs.

Moderated by Andre Meadows of “Black Nerd Comedy,” the entertainment panel reunited the cast of Power Rangers Beast Morphers – Rorrie Travis, Jackie Scislowski, Jazz Baduwalia, Abe Rodriguez, Colby Strong and Liana Ramirez– as they talked about filming, life as Rangers and the importance diversity and inclusion play in the Power Rangers franchise. Fun clips were shown including one with fellow castmates Cosme Flores and Kristina Ho, a hilarious bloopers reel and a Dino crossover sneak-peek. The panel – and overall PulseCon brand programming – ended on an epic note as the Power Rangers Dino Fury sneak-peek clip took the screen, followed by an exclusive cast reveal of the Red, Pink and Blue Dino Fury Rangers!

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In case you missed it, the full two days will be available on Monday, 9/28 on the Hasbro Pulse YouTube channel. 

POWER RANGERS PULSECON 2020 REVEALS

POWER RANGERS ZEO MEGAZORD 12-INCH Figure
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $69.99/Available: September 2020)

This highly poseable POWER RANGERS ZEO MEGAZORD 12-INCH Figure is inspired by the classic 90s television show and comes with 5 helmets, wings and a sword accessory. Each helmet represents the power of a different ZEO POWER RANGER and in the TV show gives the MEGAZORD different abilities. The second major version of POWER RANGERS, POWER RANGERS ZEO takes place right after MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS. Also, we’re not just going to package the ZEO MEGAZORD in plain old carboard. As if! This package artwork was inspired by the 1990s branding. Perfect for display in any fan’s collection or for posing out at play time! Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection. Each sold separately. Available as a See Now Buy Now on EntertainmentEarth.com.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN METALLIC ARMOR PINK RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: 11/15/2020)

When Kimberly leaves the team, Kat steps up and becomes the second MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER… “METALLIC ARMOR, POWER UP!” Inspired by the classic season 3 episode “Master Vile and the Metallic Armor,” the LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN METALLIC ARMOR PINK RANGER Figure is treated with a special sparkly deco. This 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 her helmet, Power Bow, arrow, and Blade Blaster accessories, and blast effect piece for more ways to play or display. Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com in the US & Canada only.

 

RETRO-MORPHIN FIGURE ASSORTMENT:

POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN RED RANGER JASON FLIPHEAD Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2021)

IT’S RETRO-MORPHIN TIME! Inspired by the classic MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS TV show from the nineties, the RETRO-MORPHIN figures bring back head-flipping, morphin action! The POWER RANGERS legacy of fun action figures continues, with RETRO-MORPHIN figures for kids and new fans just discovering the awesome action of POWER RANGERS or collectors who want to build, rebuild, or fill out their collection. The POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN RED RANGER JASON FLIPHEAD Figure lets kids and fans imagine Jason morphing into action. Relive, revisit, or just appreciate the decade that brought you MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS with this figure inspired by the classics. Press the action figure’s belt buckle and the Red Ranger head flips, “morphing” him into his helmeted Ranger form. Jason’s Power Sword is included as an accessory to add to the morphinominal action. Go Go POWER RANGERS! Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection, including other RETRO-MORPHIN figures, LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures, and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Walmart.com.

 

POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN BLUE RANGER BILLY FLIPHEAD Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2021)

The POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN BLUE RANGER BILLY FLIPHEAD Figure lets kids and fans imagine Billy morphing into action. Relive, revisit, or just appreciate the decade that brought you MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS with this figure inspired by the classics. Press the action figure’s belt buckle and the Blue Ranger head flips, “morphing” him into his helmeted Ranger form. Billy’s Power Lance is included as an accessory to add to the morphinominal action. Go Go POWER RANGERS! Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection, including other RETRO-MORPHIN figures, LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures, and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Walmart.com.

 

POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN BLACK RANGER ZACK FLIPHEAD Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2021)

The POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN BLACK RANGER ZACK FLIPHEAD Figure lets kids and fans imagine Zack morphing into action. Relive, revisit, or just appreciate the decade that brought you MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS with this figure inspired by the classics. Press the action figure’s belt buckle and the Black Ranger head flips, “morphing” him into his helmeted Ranger form. Zack’s Power Axe is included as an accessory to add to the morphinominal action. Go Go POWER RANGERS! Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection, including other RETRO-MORPHIN figures, LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures, and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Walmart.com.

 

POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN PINK RANGER KIMBERLY FLIPHEAD Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2021)

The POWER RANGERS RETRO-MORPHIN PINK RANGER KIMBERLY FLIPHEAD Figure lets kids and fans imagine Kimberly morphing into action. Relive, revisit, or just appreciate the decade that brought you MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS with this figure inspired by the classics. Press the action figure’s belt buckle and the Pink Ranger head flips, “morphing” her into her helmeted Ranger form. Kimberly’s Power Bow is included as an accessory to add to the morphinominal action. Go Go POWER RANGERS! Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gears to create a morphinominal collection, including other RETRO-MORPHIN figures, LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures, and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Walmart.com.

 

LIGHTNING COLLECTION WAVE 7 FIGURE ASSORTMENT:

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO THUNDER RED RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/Available: 12/1/2020)

This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO THUNDER RED 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, Thundermax Saber and Tyranno Staff accessories, a 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 EntertainmentEarth.com and Walmart.com.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GREEN RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/Available: 12/1/2020)

This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GREEN 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, Dragon Dagger and Sword of Darkness accessories, a 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 EntertainmentEarth.com and Walmart.com.

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN Z PUTTY Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/Available: 12/1/2020)

This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN Z PUTTY Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, blast effect pieces, removeable armor, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. When Lord Zedd arrives on the moon, he replaces Rita’s Putty Patrollers with new Putties, imbued with his evil power. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on EntertainmentEarth.com and Walmart.com.

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 165

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 as he talks all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In this Ranger Nation Spotlight, Eric talks with Josh Perry (@LivingRangerKey) of @LightningFigPR, a fan page dedicated to all news, leaks, releases, & anything Power Rangers Lightning Collection related! This includes his comprehensive Lightning Log Book, a chronicle of the history and breakdown of the Lightning Collection. He is also a member of RRR The Streets and his own YouTube Channel @TokuTopics.

We discuss his journey in the fandom as part of the next generation of Power Rangers fans in Ranger Nation, his projects and we breakdown the news (or lack thereof) surrounding Hasbro’s most recent Fan First Friday for Power Rangers. Josh also answers some questions from our listeners.

Don’t let a lawnmower abduct you.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 165 – “Ranger Nation Spotlight: Josh Perry – The Living Ranger Key”

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NEWS – ALL NEW Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 6 Action Figures!

Wave 6 of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection was officially announced today during Hasbro’s first Fan First Friday livestream  for Power Rangers– New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Zeo Red Ranger, Mighty Morphin Black Ranger, In Space Yellow Ranger and Mighty Morphin Goldar 6-inch figures are now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO RED RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

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! This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO RED 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, Zeo Power Pod Sword, Zeo Power Sword, and Zeo Laser Pistol accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN BLACK RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

Zack Taylor is an easygoing teenager with attitude who becomes the original Black Power Ranger. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN BLACK 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, Power Axe and Blade Blaster accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE YELLOW RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

The kind-hearted and optimistic Ashley Hammond leaves the Earth to protect the universe as the Yellow Power Ranger. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE YELLOW 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 her helmet, Star Slinger and Astro Blaster accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GOLDAR FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

Goldar is Rita Repulsa’s number one general, dedicated to destroying the Power Rangers. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GOLDAR figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, character-inspired sword 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 – Rise of the Psycho Rangers Press Images

Rise of the Psycho Rangers

With only a few days until the Heroes of the Grid – Rise of the Psycho Rangers campaign ends (Tuesday, May 26th), Renegade Games has released new images of the character cards for all of the Space Rangers. Click the images below for the full resolution images. Which Space Ranger will you be playing as?

New to Heroes of the Grid and haven’t pick up the other games in the series? Here’s a quick FAQ to get you up to speed:

Rise of the Psycho Rangers FAQ

 

Click the game piece models for animated turnarounds!

This month’s RCPH episodes are brought to you by Renegade Games – Power Rangers Heroes of the Grid: Rise of the Psycho Rangers. The newest expansion is funding now on Kickstarter until Tuesday, May 26th. Our link to the campaign is an affiliate link in partnership with Renegade Game Studios. Purchasing the expansion with this link also helps Ranger Command. We thank Renegade for sponsoring this month of the podcast!