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