Godzilla and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Meet for the First Time in Crossover Comic Series from IDW
Titans of Film and Television Smash Cities and Join Forces In The Five-Issue Miniseries Event of 2022
SAN DIEGO, CA (December 16, 2021) – IDW, under license by Toho International, Inc., and in partnership with BOOM! Studios and Hasbro, announces today an all-new five-issue comic book event, Godzilla Vs. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, bringing together two titanic franchises for the first time!
Launching in March 2022, this monthly miniseries will be a collaboration between two of the comic industry’s most exciting talents, writer Cullen Bunn (Deadpool, Green Lantern, Godzilla: Cataclysm) and artist Freddie Williams II (Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, He-Man/ThunderCats).
When Rita Repulsa uses an ancient artifact to transport herself to a universe without Power Rangers, she finds herself in a world with aliens, kaiju, and… Godzilla! Hoping to annihilate this new foe, Rita hurls her own terrible creatures into battle. But she never expects that the Rangers have followed her to this alternate reality, pitting the Dinozords themselves head-to-head with the King of the Monsters!
“I am honored to bring two iconic franchises like Godzilla and the Power Rangers together. I’ve been a massive Godzilla fan since before I could read, and my love for the King of Monsters has never faded in all those years. Likewise, I’ve always loved Tokusatsu superheroics, and vividly remember watching the first episode of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers when it came out. This is a crossover that I suspect will take readers by surprise—but it makes complete sense!” says Bunn. “Writing for these characters is a dream come true for this giant monster-loving kid-at-heart, and when readers pick up this book, I want them to feel that sense of awe and wonder that these characters have inspired for decades!”
“This will be the biggest, most stratospheric crossover I’ve ever drawn!” says Williams. “It’s the combination of so many big genres: Giant Monsters vs. Mechs, martial arts vs. science and magic, with lots of collateral destruction! I’ve been watching Mighty Morphin Power Rangers episodes and Godzilla films to submerge my brain space, and have been reminded how fantastic and charming these designs are and how much fun prior creators had with their designs. I’m excited to contribute to the long legacies of these franchises!”
“We couldn’t be more thrilled about this latest crossover event at IDW Publishing,” says editor Tom Waltz. “Not just because a story featuring both Godzilla and the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers checks off every awesome box on a comic-book crossover list, but also because we’ve got two of the best in the business — Cullen Bunn and Freddie Williams II — combining to bring it into being.”
“When BOOM! Studios first stepped into the world of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, we had some big plans and huge dreams, so it’s amazing to be able to bring to life the biggest and most exciting monster mash-up of the century,” says Dafna Pleban, Senior Editor, BOOM! Studios. “It’s been an incredible process to put together this epic series with our friends at IDW, Toho, and Hasbro. We can’t wait to show fans everything they could ever hope to see and more from the King of the Monsters and the Power Rangers universe.”
Godzilla Vs. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #1 will be available with multiple cover variants for retailers and fans to enjoy, including Cover A by series artist Freddie Williams II, Cover B by E.J. Su (Transformers), and a special connecting Retailer Incentive edition by Williams II which combines with the RI covers for issues #2-5 to make a glorious panorama of kaiju and Zord conflict!
For information on how to acquire Godzilla comics and graphic novels from IDW, please contact your local comic shop or visitwww.comicshoplocator.com to find a store near you.
Secret Origins of Phantom Ranger Revealed in POWER RANGERS UNIVERSE #1
Discover the Power Rangers Universe in an Explosive New Series in December 2021
LOS ANGELES, CA (December 10, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), today revealed a first look at POWER RANGERS UNIVERSE #1, from acclaimed writer Nicole Andelfinger (Dragon Prince: Bloodmoon Huntress), artist Simone Ragazzoni (Odessa), colorist Mattia Iacono, and letterer Ed Dukeshire, that will delve into the deepest origins of the Power Rangers, exploring the hidden secrets of the universe like never before!OM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), today announced that acclaimed writer Nicole Andelfinger is the writer for the limited event series, POWER RANGERS UNIVERSE, with artist Simone Ragazzoni, that will delve into the deepest origins of the Power Rangers, exploring the hidden secrets of the universe like never before!
What is the true origin of the Phantom Ranger? And what is his connection to the Morphin Grid? From the moment he first appeared 24 years ago, fans have wondered about the origins of the powerful and mysterious Phantom Ranger and how they tie to the greater Power Rangers Universe. These are questions which have never been answered—until now—in the game-changing series event that no Power Rangers fan can afford to miss!
POWER RANGERS UNIVERSE #1 features main cover art by Dan Mora (Once & Future) and variant cover art by illustrators Miguel Mercado (Magic), Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), InHyuk Lee (Wolverine), and Derrick Chew (Power Rangers).
Nicole Andelfinger
Simone Ragazzoni
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 streaming on Netflix in the U.S., UK, NZ, AU & CA.
Print copies of POWER RANGERS UNIVERSE #1 will be available on December 29, 2021 exclusively 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 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 and POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.
With the destruction of Zordon’s tube, the Mighty Morphin team seeks new allies to help them in the Eltarian War. But with Lord Zedd at their back and the Eltarian Supreme Leader gathering his forces to launch a massive attack on the Earth, can the Rangers survive being surrounded on all sides?
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“The Eltarian War is in full swing after the explosive events of Power Rangers Issue 13. In Mighty Morphin Issue 14 we regroup with all of the Rangers, both on Earth and the ones who retreated to Safe Haven.
As a cautionary piece of advice seen in the preview, Kimberly tells Jason not to make the same mistakes of Zordon. Throughout the run of Power Rangers, Jason has been struggling with his choices and questioning his leadership. I think any person in a leadership position goes through these types of doubts at some point, and it’s easy to forget that the Rangers are all still teenagers. The issue also deals with Zordon confronting his mistakes and doubts with the help of Billy, Yale and the spirit of the Blue Emissary. The parallels between Zordon and Jason don’t go unnoticed. Their misunderstandings go all the way back to the first few issues at the start of Unlimited Power.
What I love about this story and this issue in particular is Zordon. There is a powerful moment where Zordon takes someone else’s advice for once, proving that even wise sages can still learn after 10,000 years. It’s a very well written scene that shows how vulnerable Zordon can be at one of the lowest moments in his incredibly long life. I also loved that the split in the groups gives characters who haven’t seen each other in awhile a chance to reconnect and work together. Writer Ryan Parrott has done a fantastic job of reconnecting characters in this issue, emphasizing how important teamwork is to the core of the franchise. Not just old friends, but unlikely teamups with enemies.
I say it in every review, but the art team of Marco Renna and Walter Baiamonte are incredible. There are a few locations in this issue – both ethereal and real – each one of them with a rich color profile that sets them apart. Marco does a brilliant job of packing the issue with characters rich in emotion.
As always, I will recommend that readers continue engaging this exciting story. For new readers – jump on those trades and catch up! This is an exciting arc that is earned with everything that has come before it.”
MIGHTY MORPHIN #14 Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Retail Price: $3.99
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Marco Renna
Colorist: Walter Baiamonte with Color Assistance by Katia Ranalli
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
The Omega Rangers, including their unexpected savior the NEW Blue Omega Ranger, race against time to beat the impending Empyreal threat to Earth. But can they deliver the critical secret they’ve uncovered to Zordon before it’s too late? Or will the Empyreals destroy the Omega Rangers, their allies, and everything they hold dear?
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“The Eltarian War kicked off last week in Mighty Morphin Issue 13, but in this issue of Power Rangers the stakes haven’t been as high since Shattered Grid. Yes, you heard right. The last half of this issue will leave Power Rangers fan wondering how the Mighty Morphin and Omega Ranger teams will recover.
From the preview pages below, you can see Jason, Trini and Zack are back on Safehaven thanks to Yale and the Master Arch. Arkon is back and can completely understand Yale, a source of much amusement as the only thing Yale can say is ‘Meow’. This won’t be the last joke about Yale being a cat ranger in this story, as writer Ryan Parrott blends humor and quick quips with the heaviness of the events towards the end. The rest of the issue sees the continuation from last week, a return to both series directly playing off of each other.
This sees the return of artist Francesco Mortarino drawing the Mighty Morphin team, much like his run in Go Go Power Rangers part of Necessary Evil. It’s a nice visual continuity, but with Francesco’s evolved art since that time period. And the art is stunning with intense battles featuring every ranger from both teams. There are many characters in this issue, including Zartus’ Eltarian forces and every character gets their due both in writing and art.
Do not let this issue be spoiled for you. The ending is one of the best cliffhangers in this run and really leaves me wondering how things will get resolved.”
POWER RANGERS #13
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Retail Price: $3.99
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Francesco Mortarino
Colorist: Raúl Angulo
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Discover the Secret Key to Defeating the Greatest Threat to Earth in the ELTARIAN WAR This November 2021
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 12, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed a first look at POWER RANGERS #13 from writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), artist Francesco Mortarino (Go Go Power Rangers), colorist Raúl Angulo (Buffy the VampireSlayer), and letterer Ed Dukeshire, in conjunction with the Mighty Morphin series for the epic crossover event, delivering the explosive second chapter of the ELTARIAN WAR, in November 2021!
The Omega Rangers, including their unexpected savior the NEW Blue Omega Ranger, race against time to beat the impending Empyreal threat to Earth. But can they deliver the critical secret they’ve uncovered to Zordon before it’s too late? Or will the Empyreals destroy the Omega Rangers, their allies, and everything they hold dear?
Ryan Parrott
Francesco Mortarino
POWER RANGERS #13 features main cover art by acclaimed illustrator Gerald Parel (Symbiote Spider-man: King in Black), and variant covers by Daniele Di Nicuolo (Seven Secrets), Rian Gonzales (Eternals), 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 #13 will be available on November 17, 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.
It’s all been building up to this, the inevitable showdown between the Power Rangers and their allies against the biggest threat they’ve ever faced – the Empyreals. And yet, the shocking conclusion of the first year of Mighty Morphin may have ended the war before it even began by decimating the very heart of the Power Rangers. Can the Rangers move past their betrayals in order to save Earth and the universe itself? Acclaimed Power Rangers writer Ryan Parrott, along with artist Marco Renna, debuts the Power Rangers event that will decide the fate of every Power Ranger across the universe – THE ELTARIAN WAR!
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“After a year of setup in Unlimited Power, The Eltarian War has kicked off and nothing will be the same. Considered by writer Ryan Parrott to be the third act or the story (listen to our upcoming interview on November 13th), the Eltarian War delivers with higher stakes and tense moments not only on the battlefield but between characters.
From the preview pages, the story of Lord Zedd’s rise continues as he obliterates a tribe of wizard monks on the planet Ilvayx. It makes sense that Lord Zedd would learn more of the mystical arts or magic opposed to the Elterian reliance on technology and science. Moving to the present, Billy is on the run after Supreme Guardian Zartus has seemingly destroyed Zordon. What follows in this issue is a great start to this new arc. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the cliffhanger of Kimberly, Adam and Rocky facing off against Sentry Force Four is resolved in spectacular fashion.
Overall, writer Ryan Parrott does a wonderful job upping the stakes while at the same time keeping the pacing of the issue even. Every character gets a moment to shine in tough situations and conversations. Artist Marco Renna has outdone himself with amazing action sequences that feel constantly kinetic and conversations mixed with emotions. Not to be outdone, the coloring team of Walter Baiamonte, Katia Ranalli and Sara Antonellini is super vibrant. Even a fight in a rock quarry ends up being one of the most colorful in the issue.
If you’ve been reading and are caught up on the comics, there is no point in stopping now! Highly recommended.”
MIGHTY MORPHIN #13 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:
THE ELTARIAN WAR Begins in MIGHTY MORPHIN #13 Discover the Epic Event to Decide the Fate of Every Power Ranger Across the Universe in November 2021
LOS ANGELES, CA (October 28, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed a first look at MIGHTY MORPHIN #13 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, starting the epic series event, ELTARIAN WAR, in November 2021!
It’s all been building up to this, the inevitable showdown between the Power Rangers and their allies against the biggest threat they’ve ever faced – the Empyreals. And yet, the shocking conclusion of the first year of Mighty Morphin may have ended the war before it even began by decimating the very heart of the Power Rangers. Can the Rangers move past their betrayals in order to save Earth and the universe itself? Acclaimed Power Rangers writer Ryan Parrott, along with artist Marco Renna, debuts the Power Rangers event that will decide the fate of every Power Ranger across the universe – THE ELTARIAN WAR!
MIGHTY MORPHIN #13 features main cover art by acclaimed illustrator InHyuk Lee (Seven Secrets), and variant covers by superstar artists Eleonora Carlini (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Mike Del Mundo (Vision), and Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers).
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 #13 will be available on November 10, 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 MIGHTYMORPHIN series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.
After Hasbro Pulse Premium’s 1027 Event, the Hasbro Pulse website added the Power Rangers Lightning Collection In Space Silver Ranger to their “Back In Stock” tab. One of the Lightning Collection’s worst kept secrets, the In Space Silver Ranger is a Walgreens Exclusive in the United States. At the time of writing this entry, the figure has not been officially announced by Hasbro.
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” In Space Silver Ranger Figure (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $22.99/Available Now at limited quantities through Hasbro Pulse)
After being cryogenically frozen for years, Zhane was miraculously restored and able to help his fellow Rangers fight for the side of good once again. This 6-inch Lightning Collection In Space Silver 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, Super Silverizer (in blaster mode and sword mode), blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers! Power Rangers toys each sold separately. Subject to availability. Exclusive to Walgreens with limited quantities available on HasbroPulse.com.
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.
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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.com, Amazon 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.com, Amazon 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.com, Amazon 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.com, Amazon and GameStop. Amazon link helps support the podcast.
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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.com, Amazon 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.com, Amazon 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.
HASBRO REVEALS STAR-STUDDED ROSTER OF CELEBRITY AND MUSICAL GUESTS FOR THE RETURN OF 2-DAY “HASBRO PULSE CON” FAN EVENT OCTOBER 22-23, 2021
Special appearances by Patton Oswalt, Matthew Lillard, the cast of “Power Rangers Dino Fury”; music headliner Weezer; and 2-days of interactive experiences, reveals and surprise guests for Hasbro’s iconic fan brands; Only livestreamed on the Hasbro Pulse YouTube Channel
PAWTUCKET, RI – October 20, 2021 – Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAS), today released the official programming schedule of experiences for Hasbro Pulse Con 2021, a two-day, free livestream event, featuring a thrilling panel lineup, fan favorite celebrity guests and must-see music appearances. Featured guest talent include Patton Oswalt,Matthew Lillard (Scream, Scooby-Doo), select cast members of the upcoming film Ghostbusters: Afterlife, author of Doctor Strange, Thanos, Thor and Venom comics Donny Cates, Power Rangers comics writer Ryan Parrott from BOOM! Studios, Marvel comics artist David Nakayama, Ben Burnley (Breaking Benjamin), the cast of the hit television series Power Rangers Dino Fury – Russell Curry (Red Ranger), Kai Moya (Blue Ranger), Hunter Deno (Pink Ranger), Tessa Rao (Green Ranger), Chance Perez (Black Ranger) and Jordon Fite (Gold Ranger), popular content creator and artist Rudy Willingham, and more who will make appearances during the course of the event, along with unique experiences from musical guests including Weezer and Transformers legend Vince DiCola. The event will be available exclusively through the Hasbro Pulse YouTube Channel on October 22-23, 2021.
Fans in the US, Canada and UK can expect one-of-a-kind experiences to celebrate the company’s iconic brands through engaging panels, exclusive content drops, over 50 new product reveals, celebrity appearances, exclusive Hasbro Pulse Premium Member opportunities, fan interactivity and more. Brands including Power Rangers, Transformers, G.I. JOE, NERF, Magic: The Gathering and Avalon Hill along with premier partner brands Star Wars™, Marvel, Ghostbusters, Fortnite, and more will be featured in an incredible panel and activity lineup that spans multiple days, giving fans even more meaningful experiences through behind-the-scenes programming.
Jackie Jennings, SYFY Wire on-air correspondent, writer, and producer, returns to Pulse Con to co-host the pop culture celebration and joins new co-host Khleo Thomas, actor, influencer, artist, and entrepreneur.
For every viewer of Hasbro Pulse Con, Hasbro will donate a toy or game to Toys for Tots up to 50,000 pieces. Through the gift of a new toy, Marine Toys for Tots helps bring hope and joy to America’s less fortunate children.
Below is a first-look at the programming that will be livestreamed exclusively on the Hasbro Pulse YouTube Channel. Programming takes place on Friday, 10/22 at 11 a.m. ET and Saturday, 10/23 at 11 a.m. ET, with each day ending around 3:30 p.m. ET.
Musical Guests Tune-in for special musical experiences from top artists, including rock band Weezer and Transformers legend Vince DiCola throughout Hasbro’s virtual event.
Panels – Day 1:Friday, 10/22 starting at 11:00 a.m. ET*
You won’t want to miss this one, Ranger Fans! The Hasbro Pulse Con Dino Fury panel is packed full of exclusive content, news, and reveals brought to you by the Dino Fury Rangers themselves, joined by some very special guests. Tune in for all the latest from the second half of season one… and beyond. This panel’s going to be TRULY morphinominal.
POWER RANGERS PRODUCT PANEL Panelists: Hasbro Power Rangers Brand Team
Help us celebrate MORPHINOMINAL announcements in the Power Rangers universe. Join members of the Hasbro Power Rangers team as they access the morphin grid to bring fans news around the expanding Lightning Collection product line as well as other special product drops.
POWER RANGERS BOOM! STUDIOS PANEL Panelists: Brandon Davis, Ryan Parrott
Get an exclusive peek into the world of the BOOM! Studios Mighty Morphin and Power Rangers comics! Join the team as they talk about the exciting new game-changing events in the upcoming ELTARIAN WAR.
GHOSTBUSTERS SEGMENT
We couldn’t be more excited for GHOSTBUSTERS at Hasbro Pulse Con 2021. Although we may not have any new toy reveals, we have plenty of exciting things to share, including an exclusive Ghostbusters: Afterlife clip. Join us to see our special guests and check out what surprise content we have for Ghostbusters!
TRANSFORMERS FRANCHISE AND ENTERTAINMENT PANEL Panelists: Hasbro Transformers Brand Team with special guests Loannis Lefkaditis, Vince DiCola & Kenny Meriedeth featuring Bob Reynolds
Join us for some exciting news coming from all corners of the Transformers Universe. We will share updates from our feature film, TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS, announce our new touring attraction, as well as our first ever home VR game. Join us to learn more about the amazing new games and events from the Hasbro Marketing and Design teams as well as a special performance from Vince DiCola and Kenny Meriedeth featuring Bob Reynolds and more!
TRANSFORMERS FAN PRODUCT PANEL Panelists: Hasbro Transformers Brand Team with special guest Ben Burnley (Lead Singer of Breaking Benjamin)
Join the Hasbro Transformers team as we kick off the celebration of the Transformers legacy and officially reveal toys from the first wave of the next Transformers Generations line. We’re bringing together fan-favorite characters from across the multiverse, so get ready; the Energon will be electric! The celebration continues with the 2021 Transformers Hall of Fame. This year we will celebrate the past and present as we induct two amazingly talented contributors to the brand and announce the fan voted favorites for both Best WFC Kingdom Toy and Favorite Beast Wars Season 1 Character. Lastly, Behold, as we unveil a Unicron companion pack to help you bring the epic final battle of The Transformers: The Movie to life with Ben Burnley, lead singer of Breaking Benjamin. Be prepared for huge surprises and exclusive reveals seen first here! We can’t wait to share it all with you!
HASBRO PANEL ON STAR WARS™ OFFERINGS Panelists: Hasbro Star Wars Brand Team
Join members of the Hasbro Marketing & Design teams as they discuss the popular Star Wars line by Hasbro, including the Black Series and The Vintage Collection. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro’s latest action figure and premium roleplay offerings from throughout the saga. Word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises. May the Force be with you!
HASBRO’S HASLAB PANEL ON STAR WARS™ HIGH END COLLECTIBLES Panelists: Hasbro Star Wars Brand Team
In 2018 we launched HasLab with a dream: make the biggest Vintage Collection vehicle that Hasbro has ever made, the ones fans had been requesting for years, Jabba’s Sail Barge, the Khetanna high end collectible. We followed this up in 2020 with the biggest Star Wars HasLab ever by Hasbro: The Razor Crest starship. Join members of the Hasbro Marketing & Design teams as they launch the next Star Wars HasLab dream project – the Black Series Rancor high end figure.
Panels – Day 2:Saturday, 10/23 starting at 11:00 a.m.*
G.I. JOE PRODUCT PANEL Panelists: Hasbro G.I. JOE Brand Team
YO JOE! Come hang out with the G.I. JOE team (and a very special guest!) at Hasbro Pulse Con 2021 to hear all about exciting product news, see behind-the-scenes content, and get a sweet tease of some future offerings. Make sure you join so you that you can be in the know…because knowing is half the battle!
AVALON HILL PANEL Panelists: Avalon Hill Brand Team
Join members of the Marketing and Development teams for a look at Avalon Hill. They discuss the upcoming delivery of HeroQuest to Hasbro Pulse HasLab backers and look to the future of the game system. Following this is the exciting reveal of a new game that breathes life into a decade old legacy, including a special surprise for viewers to be the first to get in on the action. Let’s roll!
FORTNITE PANEL Panelists: Hasbro Fortnite Brand Team
Ready up and drop in on some legendary announcements with the Hasbro Fortnite team at the Hasbro Pulse Con 2021 panel! New releases are gliding in as we reveal the latest toys in the Victory Royale Series. We’re unlocking new 6-inch figures for fans to add to their on-shelf Battle Royale. But we won’t stop there! There are more reveals to be unlocked, like a peek at production samples and a designer review of a Fortnite x NERF blaster. You won’t want to miss the exclusive reveals and next-level surprises landing at Hasbro Pulse Con!
NERF LMTD INTRO PANEL Panelists: Hasbro NERF Brand Team
What is NERF LMTD? Join the NERF team as they share what it means, what’s been done, and where it’s headed for the future, as they reveal and discuss the latest addition to the LMTD segment. If you love video games, movies, and entertainment in general, you’re not going to want to miss this!
NERF LMTD PRODUCT PANEL Panelists: Hasbro NERF Brand Team
NERF LMTD is bringing one of the most iconic video game weapons to life for fans and collectors! Join members of the NERF team as they reveal and discuss the latest addition to the LMTD segment, featuring an exclusive video from the Halo team!
NERF Ultimate Championship: Character Lineup Reveal
Join the Secret Location team for the exclusive reveal of the characters for season one of NERF Ultimate Championship, and discover how they’re bringing the action-packed world of NERF to life in Virtual Reality for the first time ever! Meet the diverse cast of characters and learn all about how the team is showcasing NERF as the lightning-fast team-based competition of the future. Stick around to the very end for some very exciting announcements and dates to look forward to!
MAGIC: THE GATHERING PANEL Panelists: Ayako Ishiguro, Matthew Lillard and Wizards of the Coast’s Magic: The Gathering Brand Team
Join two special guests as Wizards of the Coasts offers a look behind the curtain for the ultra-cute Purrfection Secret Lair drop and the ultra-spooky October Superdrop. Artist Ayako Ishiguro will share insights into the creative process behind the perfectly adorable Purrfection drop. Then, stick around to learn all of the—well, all of the secrets—behind the scream-worthy October Secret Lair Superdrop, hosted by Matthew Lillard and featuring Wizards of the Coast’s Tom and Mark.
HASBRO MARVEL LEGENDS PANEL Panelists: Donny Cates, David Nakayama, Eric & Julia Lewald, Jesse Falcon and the Hasbro Marvel Brand Team
The Hasbro Marvel product experts will discuss some exciting news around Hasbro’s ever popular MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES action figure line! Viewers will also get a sneak peek of upcoming, never before seen Marvel action figures plus some special surprises as well.
Available only at Hasbro Pulse Con in the US, Canada and UK, fans will also be able to get their hands on Hasbro Pulse Con Exclusive items for brands including Star Wars™,Marvel, Transformers, G.I. Joe, Power Rangers and Magic: The Gathering. Pulse Con Exclusive product images can be found HERE.
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