Mere is back on a new Ranger Nation Spotlight episode of Ranger Command Power Hour! She was one of our first spotlights seven years ago and has been on occasionally for Ranger Roundtable episodes, but it’s time for a refresher course on all things The Power Scoop! We discuss what the Power Scoop is, how it has evolved over the years as a behind the scenes resource, changes in the fandom and being a woman contributor in Ranger Nation.
We also talk about the news including tearing down “Power Rangers Live!”, Battle for the Grid opening their Content Creator Program, and former writer for Power Rangers, Jackie Marchand’s tweets about being passed over for Executive Producer on RPM.
The New Green Ranger’s identity has been revealed. Now, for the first time ever, discover their top secret origin… and what comes next.
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“For months Power Rangers fans have speculated, wondered, and even been spoiled on the identity of the new Green Ranger. Now we know it’s Matthew Cook, a former friend of the Power Rangers who figured out their secret. Matt was a character created by writer Ryan Parrott during the start of Go Go Power Rangers and has had as much of a journey and focus as some of the other Rangers in the past. Ex-boyfriend to Pink Ranger Kimberly Hart, Matt has popped in and out of the story since the end of Go Go Power Rangers, but is now back in full force.
As seen in the preview, Mighty Morphin Issue 5 fills in the gaps of the story of the new Green Ranger from his debut to his reveal to the citizens of Angel Grove in that month time span. This issue feels like a break from the main story to focus solely on Matt and him handling being a Power Ranger. This technique to fill in the gaps was seen in the earlier issues of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers run from former series writer Kyle Higgins and is picked up again by Ryan Parrott.
I feel like I learned more about Matt as well as Grace from this one issue than in the past couple of years. This starts to turn the new Green Ranger from less of a gimmick into a fully realized Power Ranger.
Matthew Cook has always been writer Ryan Parrott’s creation and with this issue we get to see Matt’s personal life in a way that wasn’t focused on before, giving him new dimension. Artist Marco Renna continues his solid line work and impressive character detail, displaying some flashbacks with new flourish. The colors absolutely pop from Walter Baiamonte, Sara Antonellini and Katia Ranalli. I love the use of orange throughout the issue as a complementary color to green, simple but effective.
For new readers, this issue will give more insight into the character of Matt, turning him from a background character to main focus pretty quickly. I can’t recommend enough that newer readers who are interested, to dive into the trade paperback collections for Go Go Power Rangers. Now, the gloves are off. The secret is out and it’s time to watch the sparks fly…”
MIGHTY MORPHIN #5
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Marco Renna
Colorist: Walter Baiamonte with Color Assistance by Sara Antonellini and Katia Ranalli
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: In-Hyuk Lee
Legacy Cover: Eleonora Carlini
Variant Covers: Goñi Montes
Price: $3.99
In our Extra Episode for February 2021, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach discuss the premiere episode of Power Rangers Dino Fury, “Destination Dinohenge”.
Then we break down the exciting premiere of Power Rangers Dino Fury. What comparisons and connections are from other seasons of the show? Who was the standout character in this episode? We talk about all aspects of “Destination Dinohenge”!
Finally, we open up comments from our listeners in a new Ranger Nation Answers segment where things get a little too Dino-Tastic.
Happy Valentines Day!It’s been a CRAZY couple of weeks in Ranger Nation, and in this episode we talk about ALL of the news, including Hasbro’s Fan First Friday and Dino Fury.
We discuss Power Ranger’s failed Black History Month attempt, the upcoming Hasbro Investor’s Day, PwrRngr.com interview with Hasbro toy designer John Warden, comics news, a breakdown of Fan First Friday, and every piece of new Dino Fury news.
Finally in our Ranger Nation Answer’s segment we asked our listeners if they are excited for Power Rangers Dino Fury.
Today, Hasbro rolled out some “Dino-tastic” news today during its Power Rangers Fan First Friday event.
With the Power Rangers Dino Fury premiere right around the corner, Hasbro has unveiled the official Dino Fury intro sequence and theme song HERE!
The new series premieres Saturday, Feb. 20 @8AM (ET/CT) on Nickelodeon.
Here’s the synopsis:
When an army of powerful alien beings is unleashed on Earth threatening life as we know it, a brand-new team of Power Rangers, fueled by the prehistoric power of the dinosaurs, are recruited to deal with the threat. That team is the Power Rangers Dino Fury!
Hasbro also sent us new image assets that you can download from our gallery below.
To add onto the excitement, Hasbro has revealed brand new additions to the Power Rangers Lightning Collection line: ALL NEW 6” IN SPACE BLACK RANGER, S.P.D. GREEN RANGER, LOST GALAXY BLUE RANGER, MIGHTY MORPHIN TENGA WARRIOR FIGURES! The new line is available now for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse.
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE BLACK RANGER FIGURE (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 7/1/2021)
IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From DINO FURY back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! In the IN SPACE series, Black Ranger Carlos Vallerte is the focused pilot of the Mega V2 Shuttle Zord. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE BLACK RANGER 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 Lunar Lance and Astro Blaster accessories, along with 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.
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. GREEN RANGER FIGURE (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 7/1/2021)
In the S.P.D. series, Cadet Bridge Carson serves as the B-Squad Green Ranger, with the power to sense auras. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. GREEN RANGER 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 Delta Morpher accessory, multiple modes of the Deltamax Striker accessories and a blast effect piece, along with 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.
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION LOST GALAXY BLUE RANGER FIGURE (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 7/1/2021)
In the LOST GALAXY series, straight-laced Kai Chen is the second-in-command of the Galaxy Rangers. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION LOST GALAXY BLUE RANGER 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 Quasar Saber, Quasar Dagger and Cosma Claw accessories with a blast effect piece, along with 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.
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN TENGA WARRIOR FIGURE (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 7/1/2021)
Hatched from eggs buried on the moon, the Tenga Warriors serve Lord Zedd and Rita Repulsa in their battles against the POWER RANGERS in the MIGHTY MORPHIN series. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN TENGA WARRIOR Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show and over 20 points of articulation for high poseability. The figure also comes with a Tenga egg accessory and blast effect piece, along with an alternate pair of wings 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.
POWER RANGERS #4 – RETURN TO SHATTERED GRID! The UNLIMITED POWER era continues as the New Power Rangers – and Lord Drakkon – return to the new universe that Drakkon created in Shattered Grid. But will Drakkon choose to save the New Power Rangers from the surprising threat waiting there for them… or will he betray them?
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“Power Rangers Issue 4 is the next part of the journey for the Omega Rangers as they continue to search for the Empyreals. As seen in the preview below, the Omega Rangers and Drakkon visit the reality that he created at the end of Shattered Grid.
For new readers, the might be a bit confusing as there are other events in the issue referenced from the FOC Story Covers during Necessary Evil. Not everyone was able to get their hands on these covers, but you can view them on our previous reviews to get the full story. This is a key issue in terms of resolving that lingering thread, and provides the Rangers with the next part of their quest. Unlike the previous two-issue ‘mini arc’, Power Rangers Issue 4 is bridging the story to the next chunk of issues.
I’m glad that the focus is back on finding the Empyreals, but I wish there was a greater sense of urgency or that we could see what they are up to in a tease. Events seem to be picking up though as we a cut to a familiar location in the Power Rangers Universe towards the end of the issue. Without giving anything away, I applaud both writer Ryan Parrott and artist Francesco Mortarino for leaning into the wackiness of Power Rangers. As always, the artwork is fantastic and continues to be my favorite aspect monthly for both series. The amount of detail and continuity of visuals from the end of Go Go Power Rangers is greatly appreciated, kudos to Mortarino for packing so much detail into these panels.
Power Rangers Issue 4 is a stepping stone to greater events coming down the path… but, I am ready to run.”
POWER RANGERS #4 Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Francesco Mortarino
Colorist: Raúl Angulo
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: Matteo Scalera
Legacy Cover: Daniele Di Nicuolo
Price: $3.99
Your First Look at POWER RANGERS #4 From BOOM! Studios
“The Rangers are no longer teenagers with attitude.”—COMICON
“If you’re going to read any new Power Rangers comic, you need to make it this one.”—ComicBook.com
LOS ANGELES, CA (February 9, 2021) – BOOM! Studios, under license by Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), revealed today a first look at POWER RANGERS #4 from superstar writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), acclaimed artist Francesco Mortarino (Firefly: The Sting), colorist Raúl Angulo (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), and letterer Ed Dukeshire (Once & Future), in conjunction with the Mighty Morphin series. Two New Series. Two New Teams. The Era of UNLIMITED POWER begins HERE—and only Lord Drakkon, their greatest enemy, can save the Power Rangers in February 2021!
The UNLIMITED POWER era continues as the New Power Rangers – and Lord Drakkon – return to the new universe that Drakkon created in Shattered Grid. But will Drakkon choose to save the New Power Rangers from the surprising threat waiting there for them…or will he betray them?
POWER RANGERS #4 features main cover art by Matteo Scalera (Black Science) and Moreno Dinisio, and variant cover art by fan favorite artists Daniele di Nicuolo (Seven Secrets) and Walter Baiamonte, 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, “Power Rangers Dino Fury” premiering February 20, 2021 at 8:00am (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon 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; Faithless by Brian Azzarello and Maria Llovet; and the upcoming Proctor Valley Road by Grant Morrison, Alex Child, and Naomi Franquiz. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties including Dune: House Atreides by Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Dev Pramanik; Buffy the Vampire Slayer from Jordie Bellaire and David López, Firefly from Greg Pak, Lalit Kumar Sharma & Daniel Bayliss, The Expanse from Corinna Bechko and Alejandro Aragonand, and the upcoming Magic series from Jed MacKay and Ig Guara.
Print copies of POWER RANGERS #4 will be available on February 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 Madefire.
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 POWER RANGERS series and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.
“POWER RANGERS DINO FURY” PREMIERES SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 8:00 A.M. (ET/PT) ON NICKELODEON
NEW “DINO FURY” CHARACTER DETAILS RELEASED
WATCH THE OFFICIAL “DINO FURY” FIRST-LOOK CLIP HERE
BURBANK, Calif. — FEBRUARY 5, 2021 — Hasbro, Inc., a global play and entertainment company, and Nickelodeon today announced that the highly-anticipated “Power Rangers Dino Fury” television series is premiering on Saturday, February 20, at 8 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon in the U.S. Adapted from the Japanese Super Sentai series “Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger,” the 28th season of Power Rangers features morphinominal battle footage with an all-new cast of dynamic heroes, evil villains and imagination-defying monsters.
In “Power Rangers Dino Fury,” an army of powerful alien beings is unleashed on Earth threatening life as we know it, and a brand-new team of Power Rangers, fueled by the pre-historic power of the dinosaurs, are recruited to deal with the threat. The series features a vibrant cast, and Hasbro and Nickelodeon today released all-new character details to get fans excited for what’s to come:
Russell Curry – Red Ranger “Zayto”
About: Zayto is an alien from the planet Rafkon. He has been on Earth since the time of the dinosaurs, frozen in stasis. After he is revived, he leads the Dino Fury Power Rangers in the hopes of stopping the evil forces that destroyed his planet from destroying Earth.
About: Ollie is a confident, logical skeptic who always needs to prove he’s right and is never afraid to share his opinion. Growing up, he traveled the globe with his archaeologist mom, Dr. Akana. Ollie believes that everything can be proven or explained by science.
About: A go-getting journalist with a passion for the paranormal, Amelia works at the internet media agency, BuzzBlast. She’s well known in Pine Ridge as the person to come to if anything “weird” happens. Her enthusiasm seeps into everything she does, much to the amusement of her friends and coworkers.
About: Izzy is a highly competitive and ambitious athlete. She pushes herself to the limits and never gives up, even when the stress is overwhelming. She’s close with her step-brother, Javi.
About: Javi is a free-spirited musician who can be quiet at times, focusing his energy on his creative process and artistic endeavors. Though he loves music, he can’t settle on any one style or instrument. His step-sister, Izzy, is his biggest supporter and the most important person in his life.
“For nearly 30 years, Power Rangers has brought humorous action-adventure entertainment to the screen, with positive messages and real-life lessons that parents value, like diversity, inclusion, self-discipline and teamwork,” said Executive Producer Simon Bennett. “Throughout the years, the brand has consistently delivered exciting new iterations while instilling these same core values, and it’s been an honor getting the opportunity to continue the legacy with ‘Power Rangers Dino Fury.’ The work, planning and thoughtfulness put into this show from the entire cast and crew is truly outstanding. We have a number of exciting surprises sprinkled throughout the season, and I cannot wait for fans and kids to watch.”
Power Rangers is an iconic brand built on a heritage of great storytelling and merchandising. Launched in 1993 with the debut of “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,” the franchise today includes movies, TV series, toys and role-play items inspired by Power Rangers.
For Power Rangers brand updates, follow @powerrangers on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and @powerrangersofficial on YouTube.
The UNLIMITED POWER era continues with the answer to the question everyone’s asking – Who Is The New Green Ranger? And what is their shocking connection to the Mighty Morphin team? It’s the last page shocker that no fan can miss!
Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:
“This is it. The issue everyone has been waiting for. Whether you were spoiled by other sites of the identity of the New Green Ranger or have been patiently (or not so) waiting, this issue is still a must read. Of course we won’t spoil the surprise, but this isn’t the only reveal in this issue…
From the previews below, we continue to get a glimpse into the life of Zordon of Eltar when he was younger. Personally, I love this bit of lore dive into Zordon’s past and his emergence as a reluctant Guardian of Eltar. Much like the teenagers he will recruit ten thousand years later, Zordon does not see the potential in himself and it’s up to his mentor Supreme Guardian Zophram to guide him. Meanwhile, the Power Rangers are in a tough spot as Lord Zedd’s Putty Prime overwhelms the Thunder Megazord.
What happens in the rest of the issue will lead to some big revelations for both the Power Rangers themselves and readers. With so many developments happening, I expect future issues to deliver the consequences of past relationships to reward long term readers. If you haven’t participated in the now finished Kickstarter for the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers hardcover collection, I highly suggest that newer readers pick up the softcover collections for both MMPR and Go Go Power Rangers.
Writer Ryan Parrott will definitely be drawing from past storylines and relationships between all of the Rangers. The Boom Studios Power Rangers universe has its own deep mythology five years into the comics. There is a lot to mine from, and right now Parrott is pulling from multiple story lines. Artist Marco Renna is still doing an amazing job with this book. I enjoy the way he adds details to the backgrounds and makes the action pop with dynamic perspective changes. Walter Baiamonte continues to rock as colorist, with most of the issue filled with vibrant colors from the daytime setting. Letterer Ed Dukeshire also is consistent with the entire line of Power Rangers comics and adds punch to big reveals.
Like I said, the reveal of the Green Ranger may not surprise everyone, but readers should focus on what this means for the future of these characters and their relationships. Once the Dragonzord is out of the bag, it can never be put back…”
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MIGHTY MORPHIN #4
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Marco Renna
Colorist: Walter Baiamonte with Color Assistance by Katia Ranalli
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: In-Hyuk Lee
Legacy Cover: Eleonora Carlini
Price: $3.99
