Power Rangers, Vol. 3 (comic) - Paul's REVIEW

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Title: Power Rangers, Vol. 3
Author:  Ryan Parrott
Artists: Francesco Mortarino
Release Date: January 4, 2022


Synopsis: Reeling from a crippling defeat at the hands of their new enemy, the Omega Rangers retreat and must turn to their greatest enemy to stop the Empyreals.

CAN THE OMEGA RANGERS AND DRAKKON SAVE THE UNIVERSE? Reeling from a crippling defeat at the hands of their new enemy, the Omega Rangers retreat to Safehaven in search for a way to stop the Empyreals. Will Drakkon, previously their greatest enemy and now their tenuous ally, provide the answers they seek… or will he show his true colors and betray them in the most dire hour? Meanwhile, the Emissaries have their own plans, which may hold the key to saving the entire universe! Superstar writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and fan favorite artist Francesco Mortarino (Firefly: Bad Company) ramp up the stakes in this latest chapter of the UNLIMITED POWER era. Collects Power Rangers #9-12.

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Review: This volume continues building up the world-ending event with this volume having more connection to the other ongoing series, Power Rangers, towards the end. Yale's story was the highlight of this volume for me. I'm excited to see the Omega Rangers having four members again.

The Yellow Emissary plays a big part in this volume. The design done with the emissaries always impresses me. I get giddy with seeing the different combinations of ranger suits. 

I'm kind of over Drakkon so his story was my least favorite part of this volume. His characterization makes sense and I am looking forward to what it's building up to. 

Xi's personality shines through in this volume. They really are a big part of the Omega Rangers team. What they kept in their long-term memory storage was very telling. 

I give this volume a 5/5. This ongoing series continues to be a joy. I especially like the otherworldy aspect of this series.


--PAUL

Mighty Morphin, Vol. 3 (comic) - Paul's REVIEW

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Title: Mighty Morphin, Vol. 3
Author: Ryan Parrott
Artists: Marco Renna & Dan Mora
Release Date: December 14, 2021


Synopsis: A dark secret from their mentor’s past and the deadly origin of their deadliest enemy may spell the end of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

WILL A DARK SECRET FROM ZORDON’S PAST SPELL THE END OF THE POWER RANGERS? In the aftermath of Zedd’s assault on Angel Grove and the revelation of the true identity of the new Green Ranger, can the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers survive a betrayal by one of their own? Uncertain of his role as the Rangers’ mentor, Zordon will turn to an old friend for help… leading him to choose between ancient loyalties and Earth. And at the center of it all is a dark secret from Zordon’s past.. Superstar writer Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and rising star artist Marco Renna along with fan favorite artist Dan Mora (Once & Future) continue the UNLIMITED POWER era with the next shocking chapter of the story no one expected! Collects Mighty Morphin #9-12.

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Review: The backstory of Zordon and Zedd is getting unearthed. Ryan has done such a great job of really expanding the lore and world of the 90s show into a multiverse that makes sense and connects so many threads. Zordon isn't only a mage leader, but someone with a past and loyalties. Where does Zordon's allegiance truly lie?

Matt's ranger journey is so interesting to compare to our main heroes. He's publicly a ranger now and that definitely affects his school life. 

I loved seeing Billy being held accountable by Zordon. The relationships in these comics are so much more dynamic that they were in the source material. 

Another great interaction happened in this volume. Tommy and Matt discuss being the green ranger. These "passing of the torch" moments play out better in the comics that the show.

Zag!

The Eltarian War has begun!

I give this book a 5/5. I'm lukewarm about this story arc, but the world in which it's happening is so rich. I wanted more personal moments between the rangers in this volume, but their personalities still shone through in their dialogue and actions when working together. 

--PAUL