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GUEST EDITORIAL – Dino Charged: The Greatest Toy Line of The Last 10 Years?

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Dino Charged: The Greatest Toy Line of The Last 10 Years?

Guest Editorial by Mike (@BigMike8109 on Twitter)

A few weekends ago, my son came up to me and told me he was ready to go through his boxes of toys – five huge bins to be exact. I did what any sane person would do, I told him “next weekend”. Ha!

Well that weekend finally happened and I took a few pics of the chaos and posted them on my Twitter feed. Some were quick to point out that I had a lot of figures, but in the vast sea that was five bins worth of toys I came to the realization that Power Rangers Dino Charge and Dino Super Charge had the greatest toy line over the last 10 years. I don’t know if anyone could change my mind on it, even if they tried to argue the point. Let’s talk about what came before and after the toy line for a moment that made me realize this.

2011 brought the return of Power Rangers fresh off of Saban’s re-purchase of the brand from Disney with Power Rangers Samurai. Samurai and Super Samurai were… well, they were a show and they had toys to sell. I can’t even think of anything that stands out toy wise except a Japanese import of the Bandai Japan Samurai Megazord. There was also a Rita Repulsa figure…

Then came Power Rangers Megaforce which brought us a whole wide range of Power Cards to collect. Power Rangers Super Megaforce is what a lot of people were wanting and waiting on, and it delivered with the Ranger Keys! They were the first of many gimmick items to collect. The Ranger Keys were based on the Power Rangers themselves. This meant that we couldn’t get random Ranger Keys unless you were a ranger. Super Megaforce had a big disadvantage over any of these toy lines in the last 10 years: it was technically only one season, so they had a lot of work to do to get the toys out for a show that only lasted a year. To the credit of Bandai America, when they realized (after a lot of fans speaking up) they didn’t produce every Ranger in the Ranger Key line, they went and completed them. These extra keys released concurrent with the Dino Charge toys.

After Dino Charge/Dino Super Charge we have Samurai... I mean Ninjas! We had Ninjas. Power Rangers Ninja Steel was odd to say the least. They tried to replicate the Ranger Key concept with Ninja Throwing Stars that could be shot out of a small launcher that came packaged with some of the Ninja Star packs. Those didn’t land too well, but I think what they did with the Zords was equally weird. During Ninja Steel the auxiliary Zords got full on Megazord modes for no real reason at all except to sell you different color Zords. While this worked well with the previous season, this approach fell flat for Ninja Steel.

With Power Rangers Beast Morphers, Hasbro took over the toy license from Bandai America. The toy line was decent, but it’s also the only toy line that didn’t complete the show’s Zords. We never got a toy of the final Megazord. They upped the height of the basic figures to 6 inches, but it made them look stretched a bit or maybe that’s just a me thing. Hasbro added keys with the Morpher, which after about five different phrases it would just repeat. This differed from the Super Megaforce Gosei Morpher which would call out the seasons or Ranger if it was a Super Megaforce Ranger Key.

With all that said, it’s about to get wild! Power Rangers Dino Charge/Super Dino Charge ran from 2015 – 2016 and those two years brought with them a MASSIVE amount of things to collect and buy.  And boy, it was really wild.

Let me start with the figures first because there is quite a bit of them! The first wave was all 5 core Rangers, Vivix, and Fury. Then, I thought, “Ok, they’ll add in Sledge and the remaining five Rangers next year!” I was very wrong! Dino Charge introduced something called Dino Drive Mode. They mode was activated in the Megazord cockpit and would grant them Dino Drive powers.  This wasn’t in the Sentai footage and was completely American made for the show. Those crazy people at Bandai America made figures of them, but that’s not all they made!

Super Charge had a mode on top of that mode, Dino Super Drive! And I didn’t even mention the Dino Steel mode, which granted the rangers an armor to one of their arms and different weapons to combine into the Dino Spike! So just off Rangers alone we’re at: 10 regular figures, 5 Dino Steel figures, 9 Dino Drive figures (Silver never got a Dino Drive figure), 10 Dino Super Drive figures and  a few extra figures. These included the T-Rex Super Charged Red Ranger figure, Black Dino Armor X figure (exclusive to a Toys”R”Us 6-pack), Male Purple Ranger, and 5 translucent Dino Ranger figures (the core 5). They even released figures of the Megazords; Dino, Plesio, and Ptera!

Just from the Ranger figures alone we got 42 Dino Charge figures! But here’s the kicker. This is where I think, figure-wise, the line shined: Villains. We got a lot of villain figures… ALL of Sledge’s crew and yes, that even means Poisandra! This included most of the Super Charge villain crew as well. In total, all figures included, we are well over 60 figures. That’s wild.

Then they got even wilder when it came to the Dino Chargers. If you know the season then you know what these were. Powered by the Power Ranger’s Energems to morph, they were also used to summon their Zords and auxiliary Zords into battle. Dino Changers upped what Super Megaforce did with the keys, and boy did they! Each Dino Charger pack came with 2 Chargers and 1 mini-dino figure. There were so many packs of them! In the middle of the line they released an Ultimate Charge Pack which came with all 22 Chargers in 1 pack. Talk about making people double dip if they wanted to! Bandai America didn’t actually have to release this set as no Dino Charger in that pack was ever exclusive.

There were exclusive Dino Chargers though, and those mainly came from San Diego Comic Con and Toys”R”Us. The exclusives included basic Dino Chargers, Chargers with fossil silhouettes, some with eggs, and some translucent ones with glowing dinos inside. Bandai America made Legendary Ranger Chargers, but sadly the line was never completed and four teams still remain missing. At this time there is no chance that they will ever be finished. Those Chargers came in a gold color matte/translucent finish, legendary season’s logo, red ranger, sixth ranger, and Megazord inside the Charger’s art. These Chargers were packed with a black mini dino figure.

Who wouldn’t want to roleplay as a Power Ranger? Power Rangers Dino Charge/Dino Super Charge’s toy line let you and then some. Released were the Deluxe Morpher, Dino Saber, T-Rex Super Charger Morpher, Dino Com, and Dino Spike. On top of all of that we got Zenowing’s Morpher and matching Dino Saber. It doesn’t end there, since we also got recolored versions of the Deluxe Morpher and T-Rex Super Charge Morpher in Green and White respectively.

Let’s make a Megazord or should I say, let’s make several!

This toy line had the greatest Zord line that I can remember. Here are the list of Zords listed individually: T-Rex, Tricera, Stego, Raptor, Para, Pachy, Ptera, Plesio, Titano, Ankylo, Spino. All of these could combine to form Megazords with lots of different combinations. Those Zords were just for the 10 Rangers, but Bandai also made auxiliary Zords just for Dino Charge that weren’t even in the show! These Zords were: Ammonite, Deinosuchus, Oviraptor and Archelon.

It doesn’t even end there. Repaints of 85% of these Zords were also released! This is the thing I think Ninja Steel’s toy line took too far, but Dino Charge got right.

  • Black versions of T-Rex, Tricera, and Stego
  • Green T-Rex
  • Yellow T-Rex
  • Red Ptera
  • Green Para
  • Red Raptor
  • Green/Yellow Ankylo
  • Purple Pachy
  • Black/Orange Deinosuchus
  • Blue Ammonite

There were so many different combinations and color variants to mix and match with. It truly was Zord heaven for collectors. Let’s not forget to mention the random Purple Tricera that was shown at a trade show which had people up in arms about (it was never released)!

That’s a lot of Dino Charge toy goodness. Going through all those toys again brought back so many memories of that toy line; a toy line that I’m saying now is the greatest in the last 10 years.

Just a few little Dino-eggs to toss at you before I wrap this up: The first wave of Dino Chargers came in a Dino Egg shaped plastic packaging versus the “teeth” style that most remember. Dino Charge Graphite when first released came with clear versions of the Dino Morpher and Dino Saber, which would later get fixed in his Super Charge re-release to include solid green color weapons.

Here’s hoping Dino Fury’s toy line can live up to Dino Charges and more! Dino Chargers ready?

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Written/Pictures by Mike (@BigMike8109 on Twitter)
Edited by Eric Berry (@trekkieb47)

NEWS – Power Rangers Fan First Friday – Product Reveals & “Dino Fury” Reveals!

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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)

Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

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)

Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

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)

Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

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)

Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

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.

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 173

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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!

Eric, A.P. and Zach are back for the new year! Technical difficulties? Some things will never change.

We discuss a lot of the more recent news that has come out the past few weeks since our last episode. We talk about the new Kickstarter campaign for Power Rangers from BOOM! Studios, more new comic releases and a new one shot featuring Astronema, Power Rangers leaving Netflix, a new social media contest, Toy Fair 2021 cancellation, Dino Fury toys and story details as well as the future of the Lightning Collection.

Finally we read your answers to our Ranger Nation Answers Question: What was one of your favorite and/or least favorite moments from Power Rangers Beast Morphers Season 2?

Happy New Year!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 173 – “Rangers Enter the New Year”

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NEWS – NEW Power Rangers Dino Fury Action Figures and Products

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Already spotted in stores, all-new Power Rangers products from Hasbro based on the upcoming Power Rangers Dino Fury series, are being released. Here are the official product descriptions and press images from Hasbro.

With the new action figures and role play product, kids can prepare for the morphinominal 28th season of Power Rangers, Power Rangers Dino Fury, premiering early 2021 on Nickelodeon.

POWER RANGERS DINO FURY MORPHER
(Ages 5 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: NOW)

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 generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating Ranger teams from over 25 years. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro!

Inspired by the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV series, the DINO FURY MORPHER has light-up eyes and a Dino head you can spin to change up the sounds to morphed mode. Insert the included key into the Morpher to unlock different sounds! The Morpher is also compatible with keys included with DINO FURY 6-inch action figures. Figures each sold separately. The sounds of the Morpher change based on motion!

Find other POWER RANGERS figures and gear, including POWER RANGERS DINO FURY toys, to expand the morphinominal action. Each sold separately. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide.

POWER RANGERS DINO FURY BATTLE ATTACKERS 2-Pack Assortment
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: NOW)

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 pre-historic power of the dinosaurs, are recruited to deal with the threat in the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV series!

POWER RANGERS BATTLE ATTACKERS action figures have cool, kicking action inspired by the DINO FURY TV show. With the BATTLE ATTACKERS 2-PACKS kids can imagine the Rangers facing off against their monster enemies and keeping the world safe from the Sporix Beasts! Press down on the lever mechanism on the figure’s leg to activate the kicking action! The assortment includes: the DINO FURY BATTLE ATTACKERS 2-PACK BLUE RANGER VS. SHOCKHORN and DINO FURY BATTLE ATTACKERS 2-PACK RED RANGER VS. DOOMSNAKE.

POWER RANGERS DINO FURY RED RANGER 6” Action Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: NOW)

The POWER RANGERS DINO FURY RED RANGER 6” Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a DINO FURY key, inspired by the T-Rex Dino Key on the show, which unlocks sounds in the DINO FURY MORPHER (sold separately; subject to availability). The figure also comes with a sword accessory, inspired by the power of the Tyrannosaurus Rex. The DINO FURY RED RANGER Figure is based on the TV series character Zayto, an alien warrior from another planet who leads the DINO FURY Rangers in battle. With the DINO FURY RED RANGER 6” Figure, kids can imagine the martial arts action of the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV show.

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POWER RANGERS DINO FURY BLUE RANGER 6” Action Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: NOW)

The POWER RANGERS DINO FURY BLUE RANGER 6” Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a DINO FURY key, inspired by the Tricera Dino Key on the show, which unlocks sounds in the DINO FURY MORPHER (sold separately; subject to availability). The figure also comes with a daggers accessory, inspired by the power of the Triceratops. The DINO FURY BLUE RANGER Figure is based on the TV series character Ollie, a logical thinker who’s never afraid to share his opinion and joins the DINO FURY team in battle. With the DINO FURY BLUE RANGER 6” Figure, kids can imagine the martial arts action of the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV show.

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POWER RANGERS DINO FURY PINK RANGER 6” Action Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: NOW)

The POWER RANGERS DINO FURY PINK RANGER 6” Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a DINO FURY key, inspired by the Ankylo Dino Fury Key on the show, which unlocks sounds in the DINO FURY MORPHER (sold separately; subject to availability). The figure also comes with a club accessory, inspired by the power of the Ankylosaurus. The DINO FURY PINK RANGER Figure is based on the TV series character Amelia, a go-getting journalist with a passion for the paranormal and joins the DINO FURY team in battle. With the DINO FURY PINK RANGER 6” Figure, kids can imagine the martial arts action of the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV show.

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POWER RANGERS DINO FURY BOOMTOWER 6” Action Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: NOW)

The POWER RANGERS DINO FURY BOOMTOWER 6” Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a battle key, which unlocks sounds in the DINO FURY MORPHER (sold separately; subject to availability). The figure also comes with a sword accessory, inspired by the BOOMTOWER character’s sword on the show. The DINO FURY BOOMTOWER Figure is based on the TV series character Boomtower, an evil robot general who battles the POWER RANGERS. With the DINO FURY BOOMTOWER 6” Figure, kids can imagine the martial arts action of the POWER RANGERS DINO FURY TV show.

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NEWS – ALL NEW Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 8 Action Figures!

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Wave 8 of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection was officially announced today on the Power Rangers Twitter – New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue Ranger, S.P.D. Pink Ranger, Lost Galaxy Red Ranger and Zeo IV Green Ranger  figures are now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse! Use our Amazon Affiliate Links to help support Ranger Command Power Hour!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO THUNDER BLUE RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

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 generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating ranger teams from Mighty Morphin to the Dino Fury. Imagine all the action of Power Rangers with toys from Hasbro! (Power Rangers toys each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue 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, Thundermax Saber, Thundermax Blaster, and Tricera Shield accessories, with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 4 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Dino series. The Dino Thunder Blue Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Blue Dino Gem, Ethan becomes the Dino Thunder Blue Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. PINK RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection S.P.D. Pink 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 her helmet, Delta Morpher, multiple modes of the Deltamax Striker accessories, blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes: figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the S.P.D. series. The S.P.D. Pink Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in her helmet and one without. Sydney has the enhanced genetic ability to alter her molecular structure, including forming the “Fist of Iron” as a S.P.D. Pink Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION LOST GALAXY RED RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Lost Galaxy Red 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, Quasar Launcher and Magna Talon accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 3 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Power Rangers Lost Galaxy series. The Lost Galaxy Red Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Red Quasar Saber, Leo becomes the Lost Galaxy Red Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO IV GREEN RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
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This 6-inch Lightning Collection Zeo Green 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, Zeo Power Pod Sword, Zeo IV Power Axes, and Zeo Laser Pistol accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Zeo TV series. Using the power of the Rectangle Sub-Crystal, Adam becomes the Zeo IV Green Ranger.

NEWS – Power Rangers Dino Fury & Fan First Friday Reveals

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Today, Hasbro had a jam packed Fan First Friday for Power Rangers.

The full cast for the highly-anticipated Power Rangers Dino Fury series adapted from Sentai’s Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger are:

  • Russell Curry: Zayto – Red Ranger
  • Hunter Deno: Amelia – Pink Ranger
  • Kai Moya: Ollie – Blue Ranger
  • Tessa Rao: Izzy – Green Ranger
  • Chance Perez: Javi – Black Ranger

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 pre-historic power of the dinosaurs, are recruited to deal with the threat.

In addition, fans were treated to a sneak peak during the stream for the first look at Dino Fury toys including the standard action figure line, Zords and Battle Attacker figures.

Finally, new Lightning Collection figures went up for preorder. Announced at Hasbro PulseCon, we were given official press images from Hasbro.

LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS:

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS MIGHTY MORPHIN KING SPHINX 8” Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Spring 2021)

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 fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! Bigger, badder, and occasionally scarier, the LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS celebrates the best (and sometimes weirdest) monsters in POWER RANGERS history. The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS MIGHTY MORPHIN KING SPHINX 8” Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, includes attachable wings, Sphinx Scepter accessory, power blast effect accessory, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Created by Finster from clay and Egyptian sand, KING SPHINX uses mighty wings to throw his enemies off balance. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available now for pre-order on Amazon and Hasbro Pulse.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS MIGHTY MORPHIN PUMPKIN RAPPER 8” Figure
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Spring 2021)

The POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MONSTERS MIGHTY MORPHIN PUMPKIN RAPPER 8” Figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, includes pumpkin accessories, vine tentacle accessory, power blast effect accessory, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. The PUMPKIN RAPPER is, well, a rapping pumpkin monster… created to destroy the POWER RANGERS. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available now for pre-order on Amazon and Hasbro Pulse.

LIGHTNING COLLECTION VERSUS 2-PACKS:

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” S.P.D. SQUAD B BLUE RANGER VERSUS SQUAD A BLUE Ranger 2-Pack
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $39.99/Available: Spring 2021)

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 fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! This LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” S.P.D. SQUAD B BLUE RANGER VERSUS SQUAD A BLUE Ranger 2-Pack features action figures with premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show and over 20 points of articulation in each figure for high poseability. Plus, swappable heads to display the Squad B Blue Ranger with or without his helmet, multiple character-inspired accessories, and a blast effect piece, and extra pairs of hands for more ways to play or display. The S.P.D. B Squad faces off against the A Squad, who betrayed Space Patrol Delta to join Emperor Gruumm. GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available now for pre-order on Amazon and Hasbro Pulse.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE RED RANGER VERSUS ASTRONEMA 2-Pack
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $39.99/Available: Spring 2021)

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 fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! This LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6” IN SPACE RED RANGER VERSUS ASTRONEMA 2-Pack features action figures with premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show and over 20 points of articulation in each figure for high poseability. Plus, swappable heads to display the Red Ranger with or without his helmet, multiple character inspired accessories, a blast effect piece, and extra pairs of hands for more ways to play or display. Astronema lives to destroy the Power Rangers, but Andros and his team will fight to stop her! GO GO POWER RANGERS! Look for more collectibles in the LIGHTNING COLLECTION. Each sold separately. Available now for pre-order on Amazon and Hasbro Pulse.

 

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 168

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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!

Eric, A.P. and Zach discuss all of the Power Rangers news of the week and review everything ranger related from Hasbro PulseCon!

There was a lot of news on the gaming side, including Renegade Games expanding their partnership with Hasbro, the new Power Rangers Gaming site, new virtual conventions and more! What’s the deal with Dino Fury’s episode count? There’s a small debate about the better system for Battle for the Grid (Xbox… of course).

Then, it’s Hasbro PulseCon time! How did Hasbro’s first virtual convention go for Power Rangers? Zach and Eric sidetrack about the Ghostbusters panel. The hosts discuss future Lightning Collection two packs they’d love to see. Are the Retro Morphin figures secretly NFL Quarterbacks? Find out when we break down all of the toy announcements made during the show.

Finally, we review the Power Rangers Entertainment Panel, including the Beast Morphers cast discussion, bloopers and the Dino Fury partial cast announcement and teaser video. And in our Ranger Nation Answers segment, we read your comments about your favorite part of the convention.

Pumpkin Spice is very nice.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 168 – “Rangers Talk Hasbro PulseCon”

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NEWS – Lightning Collection Dino Thunder White Ranger and Head Replacement Program

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It might not be a surprise for fans who follow Josh Perry’s (@LightningFigPR) Lightning Log Book , or many of the other toy finders in Ranger Nation, but yesterday Power Rangers officially announced the Dino Thunder White Ranger figure.

Due to fan reactions regarding missing paint applications, a replacement program has been set up at https://consumercare.hasbro.com/en-us

A link is also available for live chat at: https://hasbro-new.custhelp.com/

Hours of the Live Chat are:

  • Monday – Thursday: 09:00 AM – 03:00 PM EDT
  • Friday: 09:00 AM – 01:00 PM EDT

Host Eric Berry had to submit the following:

Others in the fandom have had different requirements of verification, so your mileage may vary!

Below are pictures of the figure and an official description:

  • 6-INCH SCALE COLLECTIBLE DINO THUNDER WHITE RANGER ACTION FIGURE: This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure has premium painted details and design inspired by the Dino Thunder series.
  • INCLUDES CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES: This Dino Thunder White Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without
  • INSPIRED BY POWER RANGERS DINO THUNDER: While investigating his father, Trent Fernandez-Mercer comes into contact with the White Dino Gem, morphing into the White Dino Thunder Ranger

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 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 toys each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

This 6-inch Lightning Collection White 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, Drago Sword accessory, blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 165

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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!

In this Ranger Nation Spotlight, Eric talks with Josh Perry (@LivingRangerKey) of @LightningFigPR, a fan page dedicated to all news, leaks, releases, & anything Power Rangers Lightning Collection related! This includes his comprehensive Lightning Log Book, a chronicle of the history and breakdown of the Lightning Collection. He is also a member of RRR The Streets and his own YouTube Channel @TokuTopics.

We discuss his journey in the fandom as part of the next generation of Power Rangers fans in Ranger Nation, his projects and we breakdown the news (or lack thereof) surrounding Hasbro’s most recent Fan First Friday for Power Rangers. Josh also answers some questions from our listeners.

Don’t let a lawnmower abduct you.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 165 – “Ranger Nation Spotlight: Josh Perry – The Living Ranger Key”

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NEWS – ALL NEW Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 6 Action Figures!

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Wave 6 of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection was officially announced today during Hasbro’s first Fan First Friday livestream  for Power Rangers– New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Zeo Red Ranger, Mighty Morphin Black Ranger, In Space Yellow Ranger and Mighty Morphin Goldar 6-inch figures are now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO RED RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

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 fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro! This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO RED 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, Zeo Power Pod Sword, Zeo Power Sword, and Zeo Laser Pistol accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN BLACK RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

Zack Taylor is an easygoing teenager with attitude who becomes the original Black Power Ranger. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN BLACK 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, Power Axe and Blade Blaster accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE YELLOW RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

The kind-hearted and optimistic Ashley Hammond leaves the Earth to protect the universe as the Yellow Power Ranger. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION IN SPACE YELLOW 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 her helmet, Star Slinger and Astro Blaster accessories, 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

 

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GOLDAR FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 9/1/2020)

Goldar is Rita Repulsa’s number one general, dedicated to destroying the Power Rangers. This 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN GOLDAR figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, character-inspired sword 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