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COMIC PREVIEW – No Ranger is Safe in MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43

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Power Rangers Fight Surprising New Enemies in New Chapter of ‘Necessary Evil’ in September 2019

 

LOS ANGELES, CA (September 9, 2019) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), today revealed a new look at MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43 by the all-star team of acclaimed writer Ryan Parrott (Go Go Power Rangers) and Shattered Grid artist Daniele di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), the essential next chapter in the epic Power Rangers event, Necessary Evil, arriving September 25, 2019.

In a shocking display, bounty hunter Dayne defeats the White Ranger, leaving the team without a leader! With their powers decimated and staring destruction in the face, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers reach out to their former teammates for help but the Omega Rangers are facing a surprising enemy in deep space—and there’s no guarantee everyone will make it out alive.

MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43 features a main cover by Jamal Campbell (Naomi), as well as a special foil variant of the iconic Helmet Covers featuring the Blue Ranger by fan favorite artist Goñi Montes (Sandman Universe), a collectible Trading Card variant cover by Kris Anka (Runaways), an exclusive Story variant cover written by Ryan Parrott and illustrated by Dan Mora (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), and more!

The MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43 Trading Card variant cover by Anka features the Blue Ranger, Billy Cranston, with an image of the Blue Ranger in action on the front, and all his stats on the back cover, including his team name, alias, biography, and Alpha-5’s assessment.

The MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43 Story variant cover depicts the next chapter in an eleven-part series written by writer Ryan Parrott and illustrated by acclaimed artist Dan Mora, following the enigmatic, all-knowing Emissaries as they travel space and time, unearthing never-before-seen details of the immediate aftermath of the explosive events of Shattered Grid and changing the course of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS comic history forever.

Currently, Power Rangers is celebrating 26 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 milestone anniversary year with the 26th season, “Power Rangers Beast Morphers” currently airing on Saturdays at 8 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon in the U.S.

Print copies of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #43 will be available on September 25, 2019 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 the BOOM! Studios app. Softcover 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 POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to www.boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.

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

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COMIC PREVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers Issue 23

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This Wednesday, September 11th,  Go Go Power Rangers Issue 23 will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

As the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers struggle to save Angel Grove from the fearsome War Bunny without Jason, the Blue Emissary forces the Red Ranger to confront surprising villains from his Shattered Grid past and shocking Necessary Evil future—kicking off the events that will result in the creation of a brand new team with a secret mission to save the galaxy—the Omega Rangers!

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

“When the cover for this issue was first previewed a couple months back, it created quite the stir in Ranger Nation. Was Drakkon really returning? Would he suddenly become the main focus of the comic again? Thankfully, this issue puts that concern to rest.

There is no doubt that last year’s Shattered Grid event continues to impact the Power Ranger’s multiverse. What makes this issue great is the way revelations are handled for Jason, as well as the readers.

Go Go Power Rangers walks the fine line of explaining future events we see in Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers and creating a story that works as a standalone. One can easily read both series in a chronological progression, as well as reading each issue as they come out.

In this particular issue, even though we see characters introduced from the main MMPR series, there are still a few surprises that hint at the future of that comic. Teases like that can only happen if the writers have story lines planned out well in advance. Writers Ryan Parrott & Sina Grace do this in fine fashion with the last few pages of this issue.

Necessary Evil continues to deliver with intrigue, and every month I am left wanting more. Don’t miss this issue!”

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 054

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Power Rangers Shattered Survivor

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

In another extra episode for August, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, we return with special guest co-host Doug (@ickybooley) to bring you, Power Rangers: Shattered Survivor, Season 4 – Good vs. Evil!

This is the podcast version of our livestream that happened on National Power Rangers Day on August 28, 2019. A huge thanks to all of our listeners who watched live and participated in the final jury to pick the next Sole SurvivoRanger.

Part 1 runs through the location, the final cast list and “Episodes” 1 through 5 of the season. The dramatic rough few days of weather on the island, the tribe swap and the formation of the “Sischachos” alliance.

Part 2 is the endgame. “Episodes” 6 – 13 are played. THE MERGE happens as well as the beginning of the JURY. BURGER LADIES. Who will win? Who are the shocking final three? It’s a rollercoaster of emotions and laughs.

The Tribe has spoken, neGOATiator.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 054 – “Ranger Command Shattered Survivor – Good vs. Evil Part 1”

 

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 054 – “Ranger Command Shattered Survivor – Good vs. Evil Part 2”

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NEWS – Hasbro Launches #HasbroToyPic Campaign for Power Rangers

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The celebration of National Power Rangers Day continues and to kick off this years celebration, Hasbro is calling all of Ranger Nation to share their love and appreciation for all things Power Rangers with the first-ever official #HasbroToyPic campaign for the brand! The campaign will run through September 30, 2019.

Leading the charge with official ambassadors such as @SgtBananas and Professional toy photographer Mitchel Wu of Mitchel Wu Toy Photography, fans are encouraged to use #HasbroToyPic and #PowerRangers across social media platforms to share photographs of their Power Rangers figures.

Photographs can range from snapshots of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection to imaginative scenes featuring the Power Rangers. Throughout the campaign, some photos using the #HasbroToyPic hashtag may be featured on the Hasbro Pulse Instagram.

To follow along and see more fan inspired creations, follow hashtag #HasbroToyPic and Hasbro Pulse on Instagram.

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NEWS – Hasbro Reveals Lightning Collection 6″ In Space Psycho Blue Ranger Figure

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On National Power Rangers Day, Hasbro has launched preorders for the new Lightning Collection Psycho Blue Ranger! Available exclusively through GameStop, this figure comes with his signature weapon, the Psycho Axe and other effects parts.

Click the pictures below to download the high resolution images!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE PSYCHO BLUE RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available for Pre-order: August 28, 2019)

It’s Morphin Time! Introducing a new era of POWER RANGERS collectibles with Hasbro’s all-new POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” Figures! The LIGHTNING COLLECTION features over two decades of iconic characters from this storied franchise, and Hasbro is excited to bring its own take to this premium line. The LIGHTNING COLLECTION’s highly-articulated, 6-inch figures will have best-in-class detailing and design, and will feature Photo Real technology for realistic actor likenesses. The LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE PSYCHO BLUE RANGER features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show and over 20 points of articulation for high poseability. It also includes his Psycho Axe with a separate attachment to simulate a blast effect, and an extra set of hands–including one that looks like lightning is shooting out–for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers! Available exclusively at GameStop this October and available for pre-order on August 28, 2019.

Power Rangers Shattered Survivor: Good vs. Evil – LIVE TONIGHT!

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Power Rangers Survivor is BACK!

In this fourth iteration, hosts Eric and Doug are doing something special, we’re going LIVE! Join us this evening on National Power Rangers Day for Power Rangers Shattered Survivor: Good vs. Evil.

Can Good overcome Evil in this timeless battle? Will Evil prevail over Good in a shocking twist? We are leaving it in the hands of our listeners as YOU become the final Jury vote.

Starting tonight at 7pm CST, watch the season unfold in a battle to Outplay, Outwit and Outlast!

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 053

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Power Rangers: Shattered Survivor

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

In August’s extra episode, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, we return with special guest co-host Doug (@ickybooley) to bring you, Power Rangers: Shattered Survivor, Season 4 – Good vs. Evil!

That’s right! Power Rangers Survivor is BACK! This time with an exciting element: YOU! Join us LIVE on our YouTube channel, Wednesday – August 28th, to watch how this season unfolds and interact with us when our listeners pick the next Sole Survivoranger.

In this episode we cast the two tribes ahead of our live show.

“Power Rangers Survivor: A game of morphenomenal politics that often revolves around the underdog vs. the favorite.

And this time we’re hitting it Zord-on. It’s Power Rangers Survivor: Good vs. Evil.

The Goods: 10 Rangers that share one thing in common. Overcoming evil. It’s the only thing they’ve known.

They’ll take on The Evils: 10 Villains that also share one thing in common. Capitalizing on the weaknesses of others and using it to squash their opponents. Literally.

But when you’re abandoned in the Dark Dimension, with no idea what to expect. It doesn’t matter if the Power Protects you or Darkness consumes you. Because every Villain has an Achilles Heel. And every Ranger, a secret identity.

It’s Power Rangers Survivor: Good vs. Evil.”

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 053 – “Ranger Command Shattered Survivor – Good vs. Evil Casting Call”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 42

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This Wednesday, August 28th (National Power Ranger Day), Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 42 will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

NECESSARY EVIL continues as the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers have returned—just in time to discover a secret that may tear apart the team!

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

“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 42 is definitely a fitting tribute to release on National Power Rangers Day. Without spoiling anything, there are some unexpected, but welcome cameos.

Plot lines from Go Go Powers Rangers are referenced naturally and are a big payoff if you have read every issue to date. There is a good balance here between all of the characters. While some have taken issue with the focus of the Omega Rangers from issue 41, every character has their moment to shine while advancing the story.

The time with the Omega Rangers is well spent. We get more backstory with Omega Blue Ranger Kiya and an undercover mission that feels like something from an alien version of a James Bond movie.

The last part of the issue sets up something that most readers have been waiting for. Highly recommended!”

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NEWS – BOOM! Studios Announcements for NYCC 2019

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BOOM! Studios makes their return to New York Comic Con! Below you will find information on their panel announcements and guests from Power Rangers and more! Be sure to check out the latest merch review episode for the comic series!

BOOM! Studios Announces NYCC 2019 Special Guests & Panel Programming

Discover Your Favorite Comics Creators at BOOM! Studios Booth #1828 From October 3-6, 2019 in New York

LOS ANGELES, CA (original announcement August 21, 2019, updated September 17,2019) – BOOM! Studios announced today their presence at New York Comic Con 2019 (Booth #1828) from October 3-6 at the Javits Center in New York, NY. The publisher, home to award-winning imprints BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia, will host several special guests on panels and at signings throughout the weekend. Full details below.

Throughout the weekend, attendees will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the writers behind some of the most anticipated graphic fiction of 2019 during signing events including Andrew Rostan (Form of a Question), Bryan Edward Hill (Joss Whedon’s Angel), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), David Jesus Vignolli (New World), Delilah S. Dawson (Sparrowhawk), Gaby Dunn (Bury the Lede), James Tynion IV (Something’s Killing the Children, The Woods), Kieron Gillen (Once & Future), Lev Grossman (The Magicians), Patrick McHale (BAGS: or a Story Thereof, Over the Garden Wall), R.L. Stine (Just Beyond: The Scare School), Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers & Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers), Simon Spurrier (Coda), Simone di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), and  Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA).

BOOM! Studios fans will also get the chance to meet some of their favorite actors and celebrities at the booth, including WWE Superstar Jinder Mahal. Actors Karan Ashley (Aisha Campbell on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Steve Cardenas (Rocky DeSantos on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), and Austin St. John (Jason Lee Scott on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), will be available at the BOOM! Studios booth all weekend.

Fans can also see their favorite creators and hear them speak at select panels during New York Comic Con weekend. On Thursday, 10/3, BOOM! Studios presents ENTERTAINMENT IS LGBTQ, in partnership with GLAAD, for an in-depth conversation on LGBTQ representation in pop culture, BOOM! STUDIOS: DISCOVER YOURS on Friday, 10/4, where an all-star group of comic book creators discuss what’s new or exciting in the world of comics and reveal details about current and upcoming projects. At the POWER RANGERS: NECESSARY EVIL panel on Saturday, 10/5, learn the behind-the-scenes details of the biggest Power Rangers event yet from the creators, and get the chance to ask your most urgent questions about the teens with attitude.

For a full schedule (not just Power Rangers) visit BOOM! Studios page.

Thursday, October 3rd

1:00PM-1:50PM – Signing with Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Simone Di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)

ENTERTAINMENT IS LGBTQ
(3:00-4:00 PM, Room 1A21)

BOOM! Studios and GLAAD present an in-depth roundtable discussion about LGBTQ representation in pop culture and the path forward to a brighter, more inclusive future, with special guests from all corners of the entertainment world including Gaby Dunn (Bad With Money, Bury The Lede), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA), Royal Dunlap (b.b. free), James Tynion IV (Detective Comics, The Woods), Vita Ayala (Livewire), and Megan Townsend (Director of Entertainment Research & Analysis, GLAAD). Moderated by Mathew Rodriguez (Associate Editor, The Body).

Friday, October 4th

12:00PM-12:50PM – Signing with Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Simone Di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)

BOOM! STUDIOS: DISCOVER YOURS 
(4:15-5:15 PM, Room 1A24)

It’s time to discover your new comic book obsession at NYCC – and we guarantee you’re going to find it at this panel! Join some of the most acclaimed and exciting creators in comics for a jam-packed, interactive panel featuring Lev Grossman (The Magicians), Bryan Edward Hill (Joss Whedon’s Angel), Gaby Dunn (Bury The Lede), Simon Spurrier (Coda), James Tynion IV (Something is Killing The Children), Royal Dunlap (b.b. free), and Matt Gagnon (Editor in Chief, BOOM! Studios) with surprises for everyone in the audience. Moderated by Filip Sablik (President, Publishing & Marketing, BOOM! Studios).

Saturday, October 5th

POWER RANGERS: NECESSARY EVIL 
(11:00 AM -12:00 PM, Room 1A24)

The next big Power Rangers comic book event is here – NECESSARY EVIL! Join writers Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Simone Di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Karan Ashley (Aisha Campbell on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Steve Cardenas (Rocky DeSantos on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Austin St. John (Jason Lee Scott on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), and Dafna Pleban (Senior Editor, BOOM! Studios) and more to discuss the future of the Power Rangers in comics…and a special giveaway for every fan in attendance! Moderated by James Viscardi (SVP, ComicBook.com)

12:00PM-12:50PM – Signing with Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Simone Di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)

Sunday, October 6th

2:00PM-2:50PM – Signing with Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Sina Grace (Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers, Ghosted in LA), Daniele Di Nicuolo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Simone Di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)

For more news on BOOM! Studios at NEW YORK COMIC CON, stay tuned to www.boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.

About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios was founded by Ross Richie in 2005 with the singular focus of creating world-class comic book and graphic novel storytelling for all audiences. Through the development of four distinct imprints—BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia—BOOM! has produced award-winning original work, including Lumberjanes, The Woods, Giant Days, Klaus, and Mouse Guard, while also breaking new ground with established licenses such as WWE, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Cartoon Network, and The Jim Henson Company properties. BOOM! will also bring their original series to life through unique first-look relationships with 20th Century Fox for film and with 20th Television for the small screen. Please visit www.boom-studios.com for more information.

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 143

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Kyle Higgins

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 episode we interview Kyle Higgins in conjunction with PWRRNGR.com.

Funny enough, at the time of recording, it was exactly one year to the day that we recorded our first interview with Kyle for Episode 122.

We reflect with Kyle on his work with Power Rangers as well as some of his newer projects. One of these is “Hadrian’s Wall”, a movie based on the comic book by Kyle, which he will adapt and direct.

Hear the origins of the Dafna Ranger, White Mystic Ranger impressions during recording for Battle for the Grid, infinite Tommy’s, the origins of Scorpina on Hyper Force, Kyle creates new Ranger Sentries and MORE!

Stay tuned to our social media and PWRRNGR.com to find out how you can win some autographed Power Rangers comics from Kyle!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 143 – “Ranger Nation Interview: Kyle Higgins… One Year Later.”

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