Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 150

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Ryan Parrott

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!

On this episode we are interviewing Ryan Parrott, best known in Ranger Nation as the writer for BOOM! Studios’ Go Go Power Rangers, Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers and the upcoming MMPR / TMNT 5-issue series. His other comic works include Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, the creator owned comics Volition and Oberon, and the upcoming “Death to the Army of Darkness”.

Ryan answers questions from our listeners as we discuss the newest Power Ranger’s crossover mini-series from BOOM! Studios. Just what the heck is an Apocalyptopus? Where does this story fit into the Power Rangers universe? Which Power Ranger could become the fifth member of the Ninja Turtles?

Powerbunga.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 150 – “Ranger Nation Interview: Ryan Parrott – Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Issue 1”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Go Go Power Rangers 26

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Last week we gave you a first look at Go Go Power Rangers Issue 26. Below is the full preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.  Go Go Power Rangers Issue 26 will be released from Boom Studios next Wednesday, December 11th.

As Jason begins to form his new team—the Omega Rangers—he struggles to keep the truth from his friends, Trini and Zack. Meanwhile, on another planet, Tommy has reached the Tower of Light but is he truly worthy of becoming the White Ranger?!

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

“Go Go Power Rangers has always been a comic about exploring the backstories of the characters and adding depth and context to events we think we might know from watching the show. This issue continues that trend in great spectacle and lore building.

As seen in the preview, we have a flashback from when Tommy was under Rita’s spell during Green With Evil. This event becomes a focal point for later in the issue, where Tommy’s motivations and character is being questioned.

Bouncing between GGPR and MMPR throughout Necessary Evil makes for interesting reading. We know that Tommy will become the White Ranger, but seeing the journey unfold is a great treat to read. Filling in the gaps in White Light is a brilliant move and makes Tommy’s rise to become the White Ranger more believable than just a power upgrade Zordon had in his back pocket.

This issues is not just focused on Tommy. Jason is confronted by Zack and Trini, continuing from last issue’s cliffhanger. The trust that the team has built on for a year is now on shaky ground. With Zack and Trini questioning Jason’s motives during battle, how can they function as a cohesive group?

Necessary Evil has been a fantastic ride so far. While Shattered Grid was amazing in cameos, great villains and story, Necessary Evil feels more introspective. The team dynamic is changing and I can’t wait to read how it unfolds.”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Humberto Ramos Covers MMPR/TMNT #2

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Humberto Ramos Covers Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #2 From BOOM! Studios

Jump into the Fight Between the Teens with Attitude and Half-Shell Heroes in January 2020

LOS ANGELES, CA (December 5, 2019) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. and in partnership with IDW and Nickelodeon, today revealed brand new variant covers by acclaimed artist Humberto Ramos (Amazing Spider-man) for MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS/TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #2, the latest issue of an all-new five-issue limited series event! Written by Ryan Parrott (Power Rangers: Necessary Evil), illustrated by Simone di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Venom Annual), colored by Walter Baiamonte, and lettered by Ed Dukeshire, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers fight – and maybe team up with – the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in January 2020.

Tommy faces a shocking betrayal within the Foot Clan that puts him in the crosshairs of their leader – Shredder! But can the Rangers and Turtles put their differences aside before Shredder unleashes his ultimate weapon? No Rangers or Turtles fan can miss this shocking reveal that’ll change everything they’ve ever known!

MMPR/TMNT #2

MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS/TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #2 (OF 5) features a main cover by Dan Mora (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Once & Future), with Turtle Ranger Helmet variant covers by Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers) and more!

Print copies of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS/TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #2 will be available on January 8, 2020 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 Madefire.

Softcover collections of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS, and other Power Rangers releases from BOOM! Studios, including original graphic novels such as the upcoming Saban’s Power Rangers: The Psycho Path, are available everywhere books are sold.

IDW’s extensive library of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles graphic novels – new stories tied into the Rise of the TMNT cartoon, remastered Eastman & Laird classics, IDW’s critically-acclaimed ongoing saga (now approaching its landmark 100th issue and available as the TMNT: The IDW Collection), and more – are available now at comic book shops and booksellers everywhere.

For continuing news on the MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to 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.

For more on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, please follow the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Also, for the latest TMNT comic book news, visit IDWpublishing.com and follow @IDWpublishing on Twitter.

TM & (c) 2019 SCG Power Rangers and Hasbro.

MMPR/TMNT #2

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COMIC PREVIEW – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Issue 1

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Today, Wednesday, December 4th,  Mighty Morphin Power Rangers / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Issue 1 has been released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

THE MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS AND THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES MEET FOR THE FIRST TIME!

The Power Rangers arrive in New York City to find Tommy Oliver – AKA The Mighty Morphin Green Ranger – but soon discover he’s joined forces with the villainous Shredder and the Foot Clan!

As the Rangers are sent reeling by this betrayal, they’re confronted by another (fr)enemy – the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Can these heroes find a way to work together to defeat the bad guys and save the world from total destruction?!

Written by Ryan Parrott (Power Rangers: Necessary Evil) and illustrated by Simone di Meo (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Venom Annual), the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers fight – and maybe team up with – the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the first time in this over-sized issue includes 30 pages of story content!

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

“Aside from Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers, there was only one other franchise from my childhood that stuck with me through the years. That was Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. I wore TMNT t-shirts, played the games in the arcade, watched the original cartoon and begged my parents for the action figures.

When the MMPR/TMNT crossover was announced, I was excited for all of the possibilities that could come from a team up like this. Months after the initial announcement, the first issue has finally arrived. And what a fantastic first issue it is!

First, if you aren’t caught up on Go Go Power Rangers or Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers, don’t worry. This is a standalone miniseries not tied into the ongoing series. Think of it as taking place during the first season of the show.

Second, if you’re not a big Turtles fan… don’t worry. With the first few pages you know the personalities and dynamics of both teams. The parallels of both teams fighting their respective enemy grunts is the perfect framing device for introductions. Writer Ryan Parrott brilliantly injects the signature humor and tone for both teams. Every character has their own unique voice and really shows how alike both teams are at their core.

Artist Simone Di Meo returns to Power Rangers comics following the uneven run in Beyond the Grid. For this issue, the art is very dramatic and fast paced. The action scenes have weight to them… you feel every blow. In my opinion one of the most gorgeous panels was the first morph of Tommy into the Green Ranger.

With plenty of self referential in-jokes and amazing action sequences, Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Issue #1 is highly recommended for fans of either franchise. “

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NEWS – Power Rangers Beast Morphers Debuts Beast-X Ultrazord During Season Finale!

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Power Rangers Beast Morphers

This Saturday, December 7th at 8AM EST, the Power Rangers Beast Morphers finale premieres with “Evox: Upgraded”.

In this season finale the Power Rangers of Grid Battleforce are gearing up for a final assault to put a stop to the super villain Evox. In the episode preview below you can see the first look of the Rangers’ ultimate weapon, the Beast-X Ultrazord!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7kbGiUqGcc

As we reported a few weeks ago, The Toy Association unveiled toy and game finalists for the prestigious 2020 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. Known as the “Oscars” of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top playthings on the market, and the Power Rangers Beast Morphers Beast-X Ultrazord Figure from Hasbro was listed as one of the finalists for “Action Figure of the Year!”

Between now and January 5, 2020 visit www.ToyAwards.org to vote for your favorite toys in each of the categories. Power Rangers fans can visit the link HERE to vote for their favorite “Action Figure of the Year.”

Additionally, the Beast-X Ultrazord can be purchased through Amazon at the following link: www.amazon.com/powerrangers

Beast-X Ultrazord

Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 057

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Attack of the 60' Bulk

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 November, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric and AP get thankful this Thanksgiving with Mighty Morphin’ Alien Rangers “Attack of the 60′ Bulk”.

Ah the water park… who needs to save the world after time has turned backwards? But when Young Bulk turns into Bratboy, it’s up to the Rangers of Aquitar to look like they just stepped out of the coolest music video of the 90’s. Watch the 150th episode of Power Rangers directed by Bulk himself, Paul Schrier, in our newest episode commentary!

This episode is dedicated in memory of Young Bulk, Cody Slaton. You can find his page at facebook.com/YoungBulk.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 057 – “Rangers Commentary –  Attack of the 60′ Bulk”

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CLOSED – Shattered Deluxe Giveaway

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This contest is now CLOSED. Congrats to Twitter user and listener @MyNameIsShaunnn for winning!

To celebrate our listeners, we are having a Shattered Deluxe giveaway! This eight issue collection of Boom! Studios Power Rangers comics PLUS the Shattered Grid Deluxe Hardcover, includes:

  • Shattered Grid Deluxe Edition ($75 value)
  • MMPR / TMNT Issue 1 Preview – New York Slice Edition
  • Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Issue 40 – Beast Morphers Orange Make-A-Wish Variant
  • Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Issue 40 – Villains Variant
  • Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Issue 40 – Story Variant
  • Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Issues 43-44
  • Go Go Power Rangers Issues 23-24

Rules:

  • Fill out the form below (Name, email – not required, social media name – to contact if you win)
  • Sweepstakes open to listeners in the United States only.
  • Must be following one of our social media accounts
  • One entry per person, multiple entries will be disqualified.
  • Contest ends Saturday, December 14th at Noon CST.
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COMIC PREVIEW – First Look at Go Go Power Rangers Issue 26

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Omega Rangers Assemble in SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS #26

Secrets Unfold in the Next Chapter of the Epic “Necessary Evil” Event in December 2019.

LOS ANGELES, CA (November 25, 2019) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed today a first look at SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS #26, by the acclaimed team of writers Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers) and Sina Grace (Ghosted in LA) and artist Francesco Mortarino (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), revealing an exciting new chapter in the epic POWER RANGERS event, Necessary Evil, in December 2019.

As Jason begins to form his new team—the Omega Rangers—he struggles to keep the truth from his friends, Trini and Zack. Meanwhile, on another planet, Tommy has reached the Tower of Light but is he truly worthy of becoming the White Ranger?!

SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS #26 features main cover art by illustrator J. Lou, with variant cover art by Amelia Vidal (Buffy The Vampire Slayer), Miguel Mercado (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), and more.

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 SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS #26 will be available on December 11, 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 Madefire.

Softcover collections of SABAN’S GO GO POWER RANGERS, 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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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 149

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Ranger Holiday Gift Guide

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!

Before Black Friday, Cyber Monday or any other crazy shopping day happens, Eric, A.P. and Zach are thankful for our fifth “Ranger Holiday Gift Guide”. We guide you through a bunch of Power Rangers products for the fan, adult collector or child in your life. From new toys by Hasbro, home media releases, and comics to props, pins, art and collectibles, we have you covered!

We also talk about the latest news including new Lightning Collection waves and case breakdowns and Street Fighter Chun-Li becoming a Power Ranger! Then in our Ranger Nation Answers segment, we hear from our listeners for their Holiday Ranger wishes.

Hey bub, we’re grateful.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 149 – “Ranger Holiday Gift Guide 2019”

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COMIC PREVIEW – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 45

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On Wednesday, November 27th, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 45 will be released from Boom Studios. Below you will find a preview and review of the issue as well as the main cover and variants.

NECESSARY EVIL CONTINUES! The ALL NEW OMEGA RANGERS team up with the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers for the first time! But as they battle evil forces on the moon, it’s Jason—now the Red Omega Ranger—who must face Lord Zedd alone! No matter who wins, nothing will ever be the same for any Power Ranger…

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

“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 45 feels like the start of the endgame for Necessary Evil. This issue eliminates one threat only to replace it with a potentially greater foe. And perhaps, that’s the whole point of the Power Rangers. There would be no need for them without the evils that are necessary for their existence.

The majority of this arc for both GGPR and MMPR gives us a deeper understanding to Jason, who increasingly realizes the weight of his leadership and consequences of his actions. Artist Daniele di Nicuolo executes that emotional weight on Jason’s face perfectly in this issue.

Without spoiling anything, there are a couple twists in this issue that surprised me, even though hints of what is to come have been shown in future solicitations. It will be very interesting to see how the events of this issue will change the landscape of the comic.”

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