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COMIC REVIEW – Power Rangers Issue 12

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On Wednesday, October 13th, Power Rangers Issue 12 will be released from Boom Studios. A first look of this issue was shown last week.

As the Empyreals carry out their final task before the war is fully underway, the Rangers fight to survive the aftermath of their destruction on an alien planet. But will they be able to save both the universe and themselves from their devastating might? Or will they find themselves stranded without hope of survival?

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

“Abandoned on an alien world, the Omega Rangers are in a hopeless situation.  In Power Rangers issue 12, the stakes are high after the destruction of the Yellow Emissary, the last Emissary. With Drakkon fully powered again and Xi being killed, what hope do the Omega Rangers have? Thankfully, this issue takes the time not only in answering some long standing questions from all the way back in MMPR 50, but also dealing with more immediate character arcs.

This is a more introspective issue with the Omega Rangers relying on each other to survive. They get frustrated at themselves and the situation, but they also laugh and cry together. Writer Ryan Parrott does a great job solidifying the friendship between Jason, Zack and Trini. While their friendship was already strong, the trials faced in this issue bringing them even closer together as teammates.

Artist Francesco Mortarino continues his stellar work on the series, turning what could’ve been a monotonous landscape of a dying planet into almost another character itself. Pairing that with colors from Raúl Angulo and this issue is vibrant, exploding with colors and some great texture in the line work.

With the end of the Unlimited Power arc, next month brings the Eltarian War. This past year long arc has set a lot of pieces on the board… let the games begin.”

POWER RANGERS #12
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Retail Price: $3.99
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Francesco Mortarino
Colorist: Raúl Angulo with color assistance by Jose Enrique Fernández
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:

  • Main Cover: Gerald Parel
  • Legacy Variant Cover: Daniele di Nicuolo
  • 1:10 Incentive Cover: Gerald Parel
  • 1:15 Incentive Cover: Daniele di Nicuolo
  • Incentive Cover: Goñi Montes
  • FOC Reveal Cover: Yejin Park
  • FOC Reveal Incentive Cover: Yejin Park
  • Incentive Cover: Goñi Montes

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NEWS – Walmart Collector Con 2021 – ALL NEW Power Rangers 7-Inch Action Figures

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Hasbro revealed ALL NEW Walmart Collector Con exclusives, adding to the retro line-up:

  • Power Rangers Mighty Morphin Dino Megazord 7-Inch Figure
  • Power Rangers Mighty Morphin Thunder Megazord 7-Inch Figure
  • Power Rangers Ninja Storm Ninjakon 7-Inch Figure
  • Power Rangers Lost Galaxy Megazord 7-Inch Figure

Pre-orders are LIVE! See below for more product details along with high-res images.

POWER RANGERS MIGHTY MORPHIN DINO MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $15.99 /Available: 2/1/2022)

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 Hasbro’s figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys, celebrating Ranger teams from over 25 years. Imagine all the action of Power Rangers with toys from Hasbro! Inspired by the TV show from the 1990s, the MIGHTY MORPHIN DINO MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE has morphinomenal design and includes a character-inspired accessory. With packaging that evokes the days of recording episodes on video cassettes, the design of this action figure is inspired by the fun, blocky, foam Zord suits from the original 90s series. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers combine their Dinozords to form the mighty Dino Megazord. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers combine their Dinozords to form the mighty Dino Megazord!

Look for more POWER RANGERS figures, gear and toys, including collectible figures in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION and more, to expand the morphinomenal action. Additional products each sold separately. Available for pre-order now at Walmart.

 

POWER RANGERS MIGHTY MORPHIN THUNDER MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $15.99/Available: 2/1/2022)

Inspired by the TV show from the 1990s, the MIGHTY MORPHIN THUNDER MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE has morphinomenal design and includes a character-inspired accessory. Remember video cassettes? The package evokes the days of recording your favorite episodes and watching them over and over after school. The design of this action figure is inspired by the fun, blocky, foam Zord suits from the original 90s series. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers combine their Thunderzords to form the awesome Thunder Megazord! Available for pre-order now at Walmart.

POWER RANGERS NINJA STORM NINJAKON 7-INCH FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $15.99/Available: 2/1/2022)

Inspired by classic Power Rangers entertainment, the NINJA STORM NINJAKON 7-INCH FIGURE is a truly mysterious Zord from the Wind Academy. The figure has morphinomenal design and includes a character-inspired accessory. Remember video cassettes? The packaging evokes the days of recording fan-favorite episodes and watching them over and over after school. Available for pre-order now at Walmart.

POWER RANGERS LOST GALAXY MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $15.99/Available: 2/1/2022)

Inspired by the TV show from the 1990s, the LOST GALAXY MEGAZORD 7-INCH FIGURE has morphinomenal design and includes a character-inspired accessory. With packaging that evokes the days of recording episodes on video cassettes, the design of this action figure is inspired by the fun, blocky, foam Zord suits from the original 90s series. The Lost Galaxy Power Rangers combine their Galactabeasts to form the out-of-this-world Galaxy Megazord! Available for pre-order now at Walmart.

COMIC REVIEW – Mighty Morphin Issue 12

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On Wednesday, October 6th, Mighty Morphin Issue 12 will be released from Boom Studios. An exclusive first look of this issue was shown last month.

Rescued by the Power Rangers, Candice reveals there’s a deeper threat to Earth than previously realized! The revelation will force Zordon to grapple with his ancient past and for the sake of Earth, make a plea to a potential ally no one expects. But Tommy takes matters into his own hands which leads him to a collision course with his former allies!

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

“For one year, it’s all been building towards this moment. Unlimited Power draws to a close to make room for next month’s arc – The Eltarian War. The start of this issue actually begins in the middle of issue 11, right after Zartus’ conversation with Tommy. If you were confused about Zelya’s sudden appearance, this issue clears up that part of the timeline. I actually enjoy what writer Ryan Parrott has been doing the last few issues by subverting expectations and changing the way the story unfolds to keep readers on their toes. 

There is a lot to unpack this issue, with conversations between multiple characters that have long been overdue. It’s one of the aspects of the comics that I love, realistic personal stakes and feelings. After all, the Power Rangers are teenagers; they’ve had to grow up faster than most in their class with the tremendous responsibility they have as Rangers. But also, this arc has been about the past for Zordon and Zedd and how it affects the present in this building conflict. Decisions that are thousands of years old are still shaping the fate of the universe.

All of this leads to a spectacular cliffhanger, with one of the best lines in the series of the comics. Kudos to Ryan Parrott for a satisfying lead up to the next arc. But Ryan is not alone, with artist Marco Renna continuing to produce some great art for Mighty Morphin. Juggling so many set pieces and characters is no small feat, but he gives them all the attention they deserve. Walter Baiamonte’s colors really pop in this issue, with each setting and conversation using a different color theme. Ed Dukeshire is not praised enough for his lettering work in this series. There are so many unique effects, my favorite in this issue being the “SCHWWT” towards the end.

I can’t recommend this issue enough. While this arc has felt like it has dragged on at times, it’s the careful build up that really makes issues like this impactful.”

MIGHTY MORPHIN #12
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Retail Price: $3.99
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Marco Renna
Colorist: Walter Baiamonte with Color Assistance by Katia Ranalli and Sara Antonellini
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:

  • Main Cover: InHyuk Lee
  • Legacy Variant Cover: Eleonora Carlini
  • Incentive Cover: InHyuk Lee
  • Incentive Cover: Eleonora Carlini
  • Incentive Cover: Rian Gonzales
  • FOC Reveal Cover: Javier Fernandez
  • FOC Reveal Incentive Cover: Javier Fernandez
  • Incentive Cover: Rian Gonzales

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NEWS – A New Ranger Revealed in POWER RANGERS #12 from BOOM! Studios

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A New Ranger Revealed in POWER RANGERS #12 from BOOM! Studios
Discover the Dangers of Drakkon’s Plans Before the ELTARIAN WAR in October 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA (October 4, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed a first look at POWER RANGERS #12 from writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), artist Francesco Mortarino (Go Go Power Rangers), colorist Raúl Angulo (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) with color assistance by Jose Enrique Fernández, and letterer Ed Dukeshire, in conjunction with the Mighty Morphin series, setting the stage for the next epic series event, the ELTARIAN WAR, in October 2021!

As the Empyreals carry out their final task before the war is fully underway, the Rangers fight to survive the aftermath of their destruction on an alien planet. But will they be able to save both the universe and themselves from their devastating might? Or will they find themselves stranded without hope of survival?

POWER RANGERS #12 features main cover art by acclaimed illustrator Gerald Parel (Symbiote Spider-man: King in Black), and variant covers by Daniele Di Nicuolo (Seven Secrets) with Walter Baiamonte, Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), and illustrator Yejin Park.

Currently, Power Rangers is celebrating 28 continuous years on the air, making it one of the longest running kids’ live-action series in television history with nearly 900 episodes aired to date. Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993 with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the franchise celebrates its 28th season with, “Power Rangers Dino Fury” currently airing on Saturdays at 8 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon and now streaming on Netflix in the U.S.

POWER RANGERS is the newest release from BOOM! Studios’ eponymous imprint, home to critically acclaimed original series, including BRZRKR by Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, and Ron Garney; We Only Find Them When They’re Dead by Al Ewing and Simone Di Meo; Seven Secrets by Tom Taylor and Daniele Di Nicuolo; Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera; Once & Future by Kieron Gillen and Dan Mora; Abbott by Saladin Ahmed and Sami Kivelä; Proctor Valley Road by Grant Morrison, Alex Child, and Naomi Franquiz; The Many Deaths of Laila Starr by Ram V and Filipe Andrade; and Eve by Victor LaValle and Jo Mi-Gyeong. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties, including Dune: House Atreides from Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Dev Pramanik; and Magic from Jed McKay and Ig Guara.

Print copies of POWER RANGERS #12 will be available on October 13, 2021 exclusively at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one), or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers like comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle.

Softcover and hardcover collections of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS and other Power Rangers releases from BOOM! Studios are available now, everywhere books are sold.

For continuing news on the 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 Extra Episode 079

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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!

In our Extra Episode for September 2021, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach are joined by Doug (@ickybooley) to talk about some major spoilers for the character of Izzy on Power Rangers Dino Fury as well as fandom entitlement sparked by interacting with Executive Producer Simon Bennett.

With fans telling producers what they should do or how they should run a show, what sparks this problem? How do we engage with media and creators in a healthy way? We get some feedback in our Ranger Nation Answers segment.

We also discuss the news including Dino Fury back on Nickelodeon, Battle for the Grid Season 4 announcement, comics news and more!

If you’re shooting your shot, but never played a single game of basketball, you’re going to miss…

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 079 – “Rangers Talk Fandom Entitlement”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:00:00 – Intro and News
  • 0:12:09 – Power Rangers Dino Fury Episode 13 “The Matchmaker” spoilers
  • 0:36:58 – Main Topic – Fandom Entitlement
  • 1:22:36 – Ranger Nation Answers

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NEWS – Power Rangers Lightning Collection Pink and White Ninja Rangers

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Hasbro just unveiled the Power Rangers Lightning Collection 6” Mighty Morphin Ninja Pink Ranger Figure and Ninja White Ranger Figure! See below for full details and high-res images.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION NINJA RANGERS

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN NINJA PINK RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: 4/24/2022)

In season 3 of the original MIGHTY MORPHIN TV series, the POWER RANGERS gain ninja powers when their original Power Coins are destroyed.  Inspired by Kimberly Hart, Pink Ranger, the POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN NINJA PINK RANGER Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, ninja scarf accessory, power blast effect accessory, and extra heads and pairs of hands for more ways to play or display. GO GO POWER RANGERS!  Look for more POWER RANGERS figures and toys, including collectible figures in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order now at Target.com. Limited quantities at Hasbro Pulse.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN NINJA WHITE RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: 4/24/2022)

In season 3 of the original MIGHTY MORPHIN TV series, the POWER RANGERS gain ninja powers when their original Power Coins are destroyed.  Inspired by Tommy Oliver, White Ranger, the POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN NINJA WHITE RANGER Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, ninja scarf accessory, power blast effect accessory, and extra heads and pairs of hands for more ways to play or display. Look for more POWER RANGERS figures and toys, including collectible figures in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION and more. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order now at Target.com. Limited quantities at Hasbro Pulse.

Like these figures? A Ninja Ranger poster went up for sale last month for Power Month. Artist Carlos Dattoli created an amazing image of all of the Ninja Rangers from Season 3. You can click to download a high res version of the poster below. This poster can also be purchased at ShopTrends.

NEWS – Exclusive First Look at Mighty Morphin #12

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Your First Look at MIGHTY MORPHIN #12 from BOOM! Studios
Discover Even More Dangerous Threats to Earth in the Buildup to the ELTARIAN WAR this October 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA (September 21, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed a first look at MIGHTY MORPHIN #12 from writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), artist Marco Renna (Once & Future, Klaus), colorist Walter Baiamonte with color assistance by Sara Antonellini & Katia Ranalli, and letterer Ed Dukeshire, setting the stage for the next epic series event, the ELTARIAN WAR, in October 2021!

Rescued by the Power Rangers, Candice reveals there’s a deeper threat to Earth than previously realized! The revelation will force Zordon to grapple with his ancient past and for the sake of Earth, make a plea to a potential ally no one expects. But Tommy takes matters into his own hands which leads him to a collision course with his former allies!

MIGHTY MORPHIN #12 features main cover art by acclaimed illustrator InHyuk Lee (Seven Secrets), and variant covers by superstar artists Dan Mora, Eleonora Carlini (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Rian Gonzales (Eternals), and Javier Fernandez (King Spawn).

Currently, Power Rangers is celebrating 28 continuous years on the air, making it one of the longest running kids’ live-action series in television history with nearly 900 episodes aired to date. Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993 with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the franchise celebrates its 28th season with, “Power Rangers Dino Fury” currently airing on Saturdays at 8 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon and now streaming on Netflix in the U.S.

MIGHTY MORPHIN is the newest release from BOOM! Studios’ eponymous imprint, home to critically acclaimed original series, including BRZRKR by Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, and Ron Garney; We Only Find Them When They’re Dead by Al Ewing and Simone Di Meo; Proctor Valley Road by Grant Morrison, Alex Child, and Naomi Franq; We Only Find Them When They’re Dead by Al Ewing and Simone Di Meo; Seven Secrets by Tom Taylor and Daniele Di Nicuolo; Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera; Once & Future by Kieron Gillen and Dan Mora; Abbott by Saladin Ahmed and Sami Kivelä; and Eve by Victor LaValle and Jo Mi-Gyeong. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties, including Dune: House Atreides from Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Dev Pramanik; and Magic from Jed McKay and Ig Guara.

Print copies of MIGHTY MORPHIN #12 will be available on October 6, 2021 exclusively at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one), or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers like comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle.

Softcover and hardcover collections of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS and other Power Rangers releases from BOOM! Studios are available now, everywhere books are sold.

For continuing news on the MIGHTY MORPHIN 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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NEWS – Power Rangers Battle for the Grid Season 4 Announced

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On May 25th, nWay released the Street Fighter Pack for Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid, adding the iconic Ryu and Chun-Li into the game’s already deep roster of fighters. Not one to rest on their laurels, yesterday (originally announced yesterday by IGN), nWay announced the first details on Season 4 for the game, and will be adding three brand new characters from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and Power Rangers Dino Charge into the game over the next few months on PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

Starting September 21st, Season 4 can be purchased for $14.99, or characters can be purchased individually for $5.99 each.

Season 4 will contain:

  • Adam Park – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers – Releasing September 21st
    • Originally a student at Stone Canyon, Adam impressed Zordon and the other Rangers with his martial arts prowess and has served as both the Black Ranger and Green Zeo Ranger. His fluid fighting style blends lightning-quick strikes with cunning warps that put him in perfect position for combos or mix ups to keep opponents off balance. Actor Johnny Yong Bosch will reprise his on-screen role of Adam Park in the game!

  •  Poisandra – Power Rangers Dino Charge – Releasing November 16th
    • An ancient bounty hunter who’s over 65 million years old, Poisandra is a sweet and deadly mix of power and grace. While not a pure villain, Poisandra and her husband Sledge have crossed paths with the Rangers numerous times in the pursuit of their bounties. She punishes opponents with her heart-shaped lance and booby-trapped sweets, with her husband Sledge offering several assist moves.

  • Rita Repulsa – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers – Releasing December 14th
    • She is an evil master of magic bent on conquering the universe. Earth has resisted her goal for millennia, thanks to Zordon and the Rangers. From the Moon Palace, Rita surveils the planet and hatches schemes with Lord Zedd, her partner in villainy and romance.
    • As part of Rita’s release, there was a December 2021 Patch – details are located at the Battle for the Grid website.

  • Helmetless Doggie Anubis Cruger Skin
    • Fight as Anubis Cruger wearing his iconic formal helmetless attire from Power Rangers: SPD. This skin is exclusive to the Season 4 bundle.

  • New Gravezord Summon – Available November 16th
    • The Gravezord first appeared in Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers #9 comic book, published by BOOM! Studios. It was cobbled together from damaged and destroyed Zords from the World of the Coinless, a dimension ravaged by Ranger Slayer and Lord Drakkon, where surviving Rangers hold out without the aid of their Power Coins. This will be a free download for all players.

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 188

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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!

On this special episode of Ranger Command we are joined by Dr. Ben (@doctorbenMD). He is a physician in training, currently working on COVID-19 vaccines.

With guest co-host Chris (@TokuChris), we discuss Dr. Ben’s work on the under-12 Pfizer clinical trial for the COVID-19 vaccine, studies currently being run, the importance of getting vaccinated and more.

If you have any concerns or questions about COVID-19 or the vaccine, please consult your primary health care physician. More information can also be found at the show notes below or at the CDC Coronavirus page.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 188 – “Ranger Command PSA – A Conversation on Covid-19 with Dr. Ben”

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