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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 142

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RCPH Episode 142 - Boom! Studios

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

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

We review the beginning arcs for the “Dragon Coin” saga Go Go Power Rangers issues 13-16, the start of “Beyond the Grid” for Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers issues 31-34 and the 25th MMPR Anniversary Special!

We also discuss the latest news including Lightning Collection reveals from Hasbro, new Power Rangers Beast Morphers episode titles and descriptions, and Power Morphicon 2020 tickets that are now on sale!

No mids here…

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 142 – “Ranger Merch Review: Boom! Studios Power Rangers Comics Part 6 – Go Go Beyond the Grid”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers Issue 22

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This Wednesday, August 14th,  Go Go Power Rangers Issue 22 will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

Faced with the terrible consequences of a war they cannot remember, the Power Rangers are left to pick up the pieces of Shattered Grid, but the effect on the Morphing Grid may be more than they can handle. When put to the test, what will they choose—the world, or their team?

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

With the cliffhanger of the last issue, readers were left wondering how Go Go Power Rangers would tie into the overall arc of Necessary Evil. After last month’s release of MMPR Issue 41, we got an answer when the Blue Emissary was revealed as the Omega Rangers’ mentor.

Much like the Shattered Grid event from last year, Go Go Power Rangers serves to give context and background for the events happening in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. It’s this duality that makes reading these comics a lot of fun.

Once again writers Ryan Parrott & Sina Grace deliver snappy dialogue and emotional weight after the events of Tommy losing his Green Ranger powers. A line about an enemy mentioned in MMPR 41 becomes the main villain for this issue of Go Go. The return of another character makes things even more interesting for one of our heroes.

Go Go Power Rangers isn’t simply a companion comic, it’s essential reading.

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COMIC PREVIEW – MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS: SHATTERED GRID SC

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Today, August 7th, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Shattered Grid SC (Softcover) will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find preview pages of the collection as well as the main cover.

THE BIGGEST COMIC BOOK EVENT IN POWER RANGERS HISTORY COLLECTED IN ONE VOLUME!

Lord Drakkon—a twisted alternate-reality version of Tommy Oliver (AKA the Mighty Morphin Green Ranger)—and his newly reformed army are crossing dimensions in order to execute an all-out attack that threatens the very existence of every Power Ranger ever!

Collects Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #25-30, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Free Comic Book Day Special, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Shattered Grid #1.

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

“What else can be said that hasn’t been already said about Shattered Grid?

For Power Rangers, it is the most ambitious story-line ever told for the franchise. The twist in Issue 25 alone was enough to drive a second printing for that issue and the next one. With cameos and team-ups spanning across the whole 25 years of Power Rangers, Shattered Grid truly felt like a celebration of the franchise.

The Soft Cover collection is nicely laid out, with a special two-page summary in the beginning. The first preview page takes art from Hendry Prasetya’s introduction of Lord Drakkon and the events of that lead to the world of the Coinless. The second preview drawn by Dan Mora, summarizes the events of Shattered Grid from Go Go Power Rangers with the Ranger Slayer.

And that is my only problem with the Softcover collection. The Go Go Power Rangers portion of Shattered Grid is not included, neither is the Shattered Grid Annual. Those will be reserved for the much larger Hardcover collection coming out in November. While I understand the logistics those additional issues would be in terms of size for a softcover, it feels like new fans will miss out on the greater context of the event.

Despite that, this collection is very nice if you want to get into the heart of the story. There’s also a 40 page cover gallery with gorgeous artwork for those that missed out on collecting those.

No matter how you read it or collect it, Shattered Grid is a must read for fans of Power Rangers both new and old.”

For more of our thoughts on Shattered Grid, listen to our Ranger Merch Review of the event on Episode 118 and Episode 126.

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 052

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Power Rangers SDCC 2019

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 July, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach discuss all of the news from Hasbro for Power Rangers coming out of San Diego Comic Con 2019. The Lightning Collection, Beast Morphers new trailer, the comics – we talk about it all. Then, we analyze and summarize the Hasbro interview from Power Rangers Now.

We also discuss Hasbro’s second quarter earnings and what that means for the Power Rangers brand. Finally, we read our Ranger Nation Answers segment where our listeners weigh in on their favorite SDCC announcements!

It’s been a long road, but our time is finally near…

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 052 – “Rangers Recap SDCC 2019”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 41

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This Wednesday, July 24th, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 41 will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

The all new covert team of Power Rangers has been revealed – and it’s Jason, Zack, Trini, and a BRAND NEW RANGER joining them to form the OMEGA RANGERS! But who is this all-new Power Ranger? Where did they come from? And why are the Omega Rangers hiding their existence from the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers?

As the secrets behind their mission – as well as their deception of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers – are revealed, a deadly new threat, summoned from the depths of space by Lord Zedd, arrives on Earth with only one mission…take out the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, once and for all!

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

After last month’s “to be continued” page reveal, I was wondering if we would get answers to this new team of Omega Rangers. Well, I am wondering no more since Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 41 completely focuses on Jason, Trini and Zack as the Omega Rangers!

At San Diego Comic Con, Boom! Studios displayed three Omega Ranger helmets ahead of this issue’s release. To see them in this issue of the comic together with the suit is really impressive. That also describes this whole issue.

We’re quickly thrown into the new universe that Jason, Trini and Zack find themselves in. New alien locations are shown, new side characters are introduced. It feels natural and a bit chaotic, but in a good way, as writer Ryan Parrott leaves us with even more questions. After reading the issue, I want to find out even more.

There are definitely a couple surprises that readers will not want to miss. I was wondering how Necessary Evil would tie into both series of the Power Ranger’s comics. Go Go Power Ranger’s Issue 21’s ending definitely informed what was going on in this issue. I like that both series play off of each other much like last year’s Shattered Grid event.

With Ryan Parrott writing for both series, the level of cohesion in the story really works for me. In addition to the Dan Mora story covers, it feels like all of pieces of the puzzle will come together by the end of this arc. I think this will keep readers guessing and wanting more.

The art from Daniele Di Nicuolo continues to impress. During Shattered Grid, he quickly became my favorite artist in the entire comic series. I was elated that he came back for Necessary Evil. For this issue in particular, the fights and morphs are filled with kinetic energy and the detail is very well done.

Colorists Walter Baiamonte and Katia Ranalli make this new alien universe vibrant and colorful, bringing to life Daniele’s fantastic artwork.

With Danye from the previous issue and the new worlds and aliens in this story, the universe of the Power Rangers continues to expand. One of the things I liked about the “Zordon Era” of the tv series was the universe building they managed to achieve. This issue expands that concept to another level and makes it a must read.

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 141

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Ninja Steel

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!

WE ARE BACK! No more hiatus as we kick off the summer with a new episode! Eric is joined by James and Nicole from the podcast Mostly Speakin’ Sentai (@MSSPod) to review Power Rangers Ninja Steel and Super Ninja Steel.

It’s a new Rangers Retrospective as we look at this fandom-polarizing season. James and Nicole provide a unique perspective, plus we find out their favorite characters and episodes of Ninja Steel. Eric has a unique perspective because he binged Super Ninja Steel in a week! We also read listener comments to find out what they thought of the series as a whole.

We also catch up on all of the Power Rangers news that came out during our hiatus, including: Make-A-Wish Beast Morphers Orange Ranger, Lightning Collection Exclusives from SDCC and Walgreens, Green Ranger scooters, Power Morphicon 2020, Beast Morphers upcoming episode titles and more!

Finally, we welcome back nWay Games to the podcast with a brand new Battle for the Grid segment to discuss version 1.3 update – including Zeo Gold Ranger and Time Force Pink. We talk with Daniel Maniago, Combat Designer for nWay. He was on Episode 128 where we interviewed him and talked about the Dragonzord. He is joined by Rose, the new Community Development Manager! They give us the scoop on what makes update 1.3 shine, as well as answer listener questions. (This segment begins at 2:13:04 in the episode.)

We promise… there’s no can of beans.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 141 – “Ranger Retrospective: Ninja Steel with Mostly Speakin’ Sentai + nWay: Battle for the Grid Update”

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NEWS – HASBRO SDCC 2019 – Lightning Collection White Ranger Helmet

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It’s been a whirlwind of news the past couple days from Hasbro at San Diego Comic Con. From the new Fighting Spirit Green Ranger / Mighty Morphin’ Putty 2-Pack, Wave 2 of the Lightning Collection figures AND the Beast Morphers Beast-X Ultrazord Ultimate Collection Pack… there’s another item you will be adding to your collection.

The new Power Rangers Lightning Collection Mighty Morphin’ White Ranger Premium Collector Helmet lets you become an “honorary Ranger” with this one-of-a-kind item.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN WHITE RANGER PREMIUM COLLECTOR Helmet
(Adult/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99/Available: Late Fall 2019)

Go Go POWER RANGERS! Bring part of the POWER RANGERS legacy home with LIGHTNING COLLECTION figures, collectibles and roleplay items. This LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN WHITE RANGER PREMIUM COLLECTOR Helmet is inspired by Tommy Oliver’s iconic White Ranger Helmet from the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS series. The full-scale helmet features a show-inspired detailed design, paint and finish for morphinominal display in a POWER RANGERS collection.

The helmet is a wonderful addition to any fan’s collection! It features adjustable straps so it will fit most, making it great to wear for POWER RANGERS cosplay, roleplay or costume. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com and major online toy retailers including GameStop, Big Bad Toy Store and Entertainment Earth.

NEWS – HASBRO SDCC 2019 – Power Rangers Beast Morphers Trailer

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At the end of yesterday’s “Power Rangers Power Hour” panel a new trailer debuted that confirmed some rumors about who would be teaming up with the Power Rangers Beast Morphers.

After 19 years, Austin St. John will reprise his role of Jason Lee Scott, the Mighty Morphin’ Red Ranger! The trailer also shows other Dino-themed rangers returning. While we won’t see this epic return until next year, the trailer shows what we can expect from the rest of Beast Morphers Season 1.

What are your thoughts? Are you excited for the return of Legendary Rangers?

 

Beast Morphers trailer - Austin St. John

NEWS – HASBRO SDCC 2019 – Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 2

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At today’s “Power Ranger Power Hour” panel (yeah, we know…) from San Diego Comic Con, Hasbro officially announced Wave 2 of the Lightning Collection along with the Amazon Exclusive Power Rangers Beast-X Ultrazord. As always, click the images below to download high resolution images straight from Hasbro.

What are your thoughts? We will be talking about all the Power Rangers SDCC reveals on a future episode of Ranger Command Power Hour!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” BEAST MORPHERS GOLD RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2019)

It’s Morphin Time! Introducing a new era of POWER RANGERS collectibles with Hasbro’s 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 BEAST MORPHERS GOLD RANGER Figure features over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and includes two different heads that can be swapped, one of the Ranger in his mask, and another unmasked as Nate Silva, as seen in the POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS Series; figures also include extra hands and 3 accessories. Nate Silva is a genius inventor at Grid Battleforce who joins the BEAST MORPHERS as the beetle-powered Gold Ranger. Look for other collectible figures in this series, including BEAST MORPHERS RED RANGER, MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER and LOST GALAXY MAGNA DEFENDER. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse and all major retailers.

Beast Morphers Gold - Lightning Collection Wave 2

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2019)

It’s Morphin Time! Introducing a new era of POWER RANGERS collectibles with Hasbro’s 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 MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER Figure features over 20 points of articulation for high poseability and includes two different heads that can be swapped, one of the Ranger in her mask, and another unmasked as Kimberly Hart, as seen in the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS Series; figures also include extra hands and 4 accessories. Kimberly Hart calls on the power of the pterodactyl to morph into the original MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER. Look for other collectible figures in this series, including BEAST MORPHERS RED RANGER, BEAST MORPHERS GOLD RANGER and LOST GALAXY MAGNA DEFENDER. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse and all major retailers.

MMPR Pink - Lightning Collection Wave 2

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” LOST GALAXY MAGNA DEFENDER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2019)

It’s Morphin Time! Introducing a new era of POWER RANGERS collectibles with Hasbro’s 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 LOST GALAXY MAGNA DEFENDER Figure is inspired by the POWER RANGERS LOST GALAXY series and features over 20 points of articulation for high poseability; figures also include extra hands and 3 accessories, including the Magna Defender’s Magna Blaster. The MAGNA DEFENDER is the lone warrior seeking vengeance for his family and planet and won’t let anyone get in his way, not even the POWER RANGERS. Look for other collectible figures in this series, including BEAST MORPHERS RED RANGER, BEAST MORPHERS GOLD RANGER and MIGHTY MORPHIN PINK RANGER. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse and all major retailers.

Magna Defender - Lightning Collection Wave 2

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” BEAST MORPHERS RED RANGER Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 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. In the BEAST MORPHERS TV series, the laid-back Devon Daniels prefers a life of video games and no responsibility, but steps up as leader of the BEAST MORPHERS as the Cheetah-powered Red Ranger. The BEAST MORPHERS RED RANGER Figure includes two different heads that can be swapped—one of the Ranger in his helmet, and another without as Devon Daniels from BEAST MORPHERS. Look for other collectible figures in this series, soon to be announced. Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse and all major retailers.

Beast Morphers Red - Lightning Collection Wave 2

POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS BEAST-X ULTRAZORD ULTIMATE COLLECTION Pack
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $159.99/Available: Fall 2019)

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 generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating Ranger teams from MIGHTY MORPHIN to the BEAST MORPHERS. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! POWER RANGERS products each sold separately. With the POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS BEAST-X ULTRAZORD ULTIMATE COLLECTION Pack, kids can imagine the ultimate team of POWER RANGERS, as they combine their Zords to take on the toughest enemies. The Pack includes all 5 Converting Zords inspired by the POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS series, so kids and collectors can build any available combination, including the BEAST-X MEGAZORD. Pack includes Beast Wheeler Zord, Beast Chopper Zord, Beast Jet Zord, Beast Racer Zord and Beast Wrecker Zord, along with 5 POWER RANGERS mini figures, plus an elevator platform accessory. Each Zord can change between two or three modes so kids and collectors can display and play. Available exclusively on Amazon.com.

NEWS – HASBRO SDCC 2019 – Fighting Spirit Green Ranger and Mighty Morphin Putty 2-Pack

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Hasbro just released brand new additions to the Power Rangers toy line at San Diego Comic-Con: the Power Rangers Lightning Collection Fighting Spirit Green Ranger and Mighty Morphin Putty 6-Inch Collectible Action Figure 2-Pack! The new collectibles were revealed this morning by Hasbro during San Diego Comic-Con’s Press Breakfast.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION FIGHTING SPIRIT GREEN RANGER AND MIGHTY MORPHIN PUTTY 6-INCH COLLECTIBLE ACTION FIGURE 2-Pack

(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $39.99/Available: Fall 2019)

It’s Morphin Time! Introducing a new era of POWER RANGERS collectibles with Hasbro’s 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. Trapped inside his own mind, Dr. Tommy Oliver must prove his courage by facing his former Ranger forms in a battle for his life, including his Mighty Morphin Green Ranger form, who faced off against Putty Patrollers.

In the LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6-INCH COLLECTIBLE ACTION FIGURE 2-Pack, fans can look forward to the FIGHTING SPIRIT GREEN RANGER, inspired by POWER RANGERS DINO THUNDER, and the MIGHTY MORPHIN GREEN RANGER. Each figure in this 2-pack comes with character-inspired accessories. The Green Ranger figure includes an alternate head – one with his helmet on and one in human form. Look for other collectible POWER RANGERS figures, including characters from MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, POWER RANGERS DINO CHARGE, POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS, and more! Each sold separately. Available for pre-order on HasbroPulse.com and major online toy retailers including GameStop, Big Bad Toy Store and Entertainment Earth.