Sep01

FIRST photo of our Samurai Rangers together!

by cupofwater03 on September 1, 2010 at 12:29 am
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Awesome! They may not be in Ranger attire just yet, but this picture was released of the main 5 Samurai rangers out of uniform. Everyone seems to be getting along, they look awe s ome together! What a team!
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Aug30

My Morphicon & What I Learned.

by cupofwater03 on August 30, 2010 at 11:19 pm
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My Boon! PMC2 Tee, RPM DVD from Bandai, Forever Red Bookmark, Autographs (scroll down) Dragonzord Power Coin, SaberTooth Tiger Coin, Badge, and Figures! :)
All the autographs I got, I kinda ran out of money after a while…..
Gosei-Great Candy Megazord ;)
My man supportin’ David Yost @ the Panels

Me Reppin’ Trini on the plane to LAX

**What I learned @ Morphicon**

1. Power Ranger Fans when gathered create an amazing Con.
2. The “David Yost” subject was touchy and mostly avoided.
3. Questions were screened at panels, yet what I call “time wasting” questions seemed to seep through anyways…..
4. Whiskey and Zords mix very well.
5. Jason David Frank is a very busy man.
6. Didn’t get to see ALL guests at Gold Ranger breakfast. Had it not been for charity, it might not have been worth it.
6. Bandai reps seem to be on our side when it comes to Dragonzord and Rita in 2011.
7. However, Bandai didn’t have the sense to sell items from Wave 1 0r 2 at a Power Ranger exclusive event.
8. Disney sucks and everyone knows it.

9. Power Rangers Samurai is NOT the name of the season.

10. The cast remained in New Zealand for photoshoots!
11. If your going to Morphicon 2012, save up now. Seriously. I’m not kidding.
12. Pizza Huts in Pasadena will pay for my food poisoning :)
13. The replica coins were amazing quality and I am very happy with them!
14. The Dealers were good and Bad. There were boxed items that seem appropriately priced for what they were, however many were outlandishly overpriced.
15. Luckily, there were some dealers who had great dealers that allowed me and others to find great figures. (including my bf who found a She-Ra MOTU and an Undertaker)
16.  The Rangers and all guests were amazing as always!
17. PMC3 needs an ATM on site if they are going to sell things for cash only.
18. Meeting people you’ve only known by screen name can be pretty cool
and pretty not so cool.
19. Seeing Cast members in everyday life (such as an elevator *laugh*) is awesome.

All together, aside from the food poisoning, it was an amazing trip and the staff of PMC2 d id an amazing job putting on such a festival for all Ranger fans from around the world. The Power is certainly on in 2011 and certainly onto 2012.

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Aug30

Morphicon in Pictures (Part 2)

by cupofwater03 on August 30, 2010 at 10:38 pm
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(from Facebook.com)
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Aug30

Morphicon in Pictures (Part 1)

by cupofwater03 on August 30, 2010 at 10:24 pm
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 Part 1
(from the Official Power Morphicon Facebook Page)
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Aug27

What Made MMPR Great #11: Zordon

by cupofwater03 on August 27, 2010 at 6:49 am
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The Power  Rangers could never have been what they were had it not been for the wise sage of Eltar, Zordon. After a great galactic war with Rita Repulsa, Zordon came to Earth to establish his command center with Alpha 5. Here, with the Power of Ninjor’s great power coins, they created the original Mighty Morphin Power  Rangers from 5 teenagers with attitude. Zordon called himself and interdimensional being caught in a time warp. His energy/plasma tube keeps his contact with our dimension.
Zordon presided over the original teams, receiving a few setbacks over the years. (like being blown up) He pioneered the construction of the Zords as well as the morphers that tapped into the Morphin’ Grid with the help of Alpha 5. In Turbo, Zordon and Alpha were able to return to Altar and to assist in the war against Dark Spectre.

Alpha playing a joke on Zordon.
Zordon’s image was changed for MMPR: TM in 1995. Here is shown as white in the updated command center.  During his fight with Ivan Ooze, Zordon energy tube was destroyed and he was sent into rapid aging. However, he was saved by the Rangers’ love for him and his tube was restored. However, none of this was used in continuity so it kind of didn’t mater, but hell it was fun!
During Power Rangers in Space, Zordon was captured by Dark Spectre and Astronema. Being held prisoner on Astronema’s ship, he was destroyed for the good of the universe by the Red Space Ranger, Andros. Zordon’s wave of good energy subsequently destroyed all the evil in the universe. That is until….Lost Galaxy.
Zyuranger’s Mentor “Barza” was shown in several flashback scenes said to be a young Zordon. It might be that the producers just didn’t edit correctly or that this was truly Zordon as a young wizard. I wish they had utilized Barza or a younger Zordon!
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Aug24

No Pink Spandex: David Yost Interview **3 Parts**

by cupofwater03 on August 24, 2010 at 3:59 am
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Part 1

Part 2
Part 3

No Pink Spandex released the interview with David Yost (MMPR Blue, Billy) at Miami Anime Festival 2010 to discuss what he’s been up to since leaving Power Rangers. He also discusses the audition process and his memories of his time on set! Great interview!
In Parts 2 & 3 David gets very personal delving into his personal hardship and why he left Zeo. Amazing Video, he is truly my new hero.

(lol “theatre fags” i almost fell outta my chair laughing)

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Aug23

Linkara Releases "Time Force" History!

by cupofwater03 on August 23, 2010 at 5:24 am
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Continuing his “History of Power Rangers” saga, Linkara delves into the deepness that is Time Force.

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Part 2, is included on the web page. Make to sure to watch his other reviews from Past Seasons and check back here for Wild Force – RPM. 

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Aug23

Remember This?: A trip back to 1993

by cupofwater03 on August 23, 2010 at 4:00 am
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Let’s take a trip down memory lane. It’s August 22, 1993. You would see this commercial on your local Fox station. A simple Advertisement and your life would change forever!
;)
 
 The Video also includes the very first theme and intro from the show! Enjoy!
Now for some even more retro-ness: 
Take a wat ch, if you havent seen it, the Original Un-Aired Pilot with an Intro by Austin St. John and Walter Jones! And you don’t even have to leave the page, ain’t I a nice guy?


Part 2



Thanks to PowerRangerGuy via YouTube

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Aug23

What Made MMPR Great #10: Alpha 5

by cupofwater03 on August 23, 2010 at 3:05 am
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“Ay yai yai yai yai!”
What could be better than a teenage-like robot comic relief? Alpha 5, the beloved assistant to Zordon, made Mighty Morphin Power Rangers! Every day with his little quips and daily freak outs! Here’s a brieft history of the best little robot in the universe. He sure didn’t want to work with teenagers, but he sure acted the part!
Alpha 5 was built by King Lexian on the Planet Edenoi. At which point he joined forces with Zordon to begin work on the Rangers’ power. Alpha assisted the Rangers in many missions as well as manning the command center’s controls for teleportation and zord deployment.
He became evil several times after being infected with computer viruses, both from discs at the Green Rangers’ hand. But, he would always be rescued in the end and became one of the Ranger’s strongest allies.
Alpha 5 survived many explosions, putty attacks, and viruses but was always there for the Rangers. During the first half of Power Rangers Turbo, Alpha and Zordon left Earth and headed to the planet Edenoi. He did, however, make it back to Earth for the Power Transfer. He wasnt heard from again after Zordon’s death.
From MorphinGrid A Power Rangers Wiki:
“Wild Force writer Amit Bhaumik has said that he takes the view that Alpha was slaughtered in the battle against Dark Specter, but there is no canonical fate.”
Upon Alpha 5 & Zordon’s departure, they were replaced with Alpha 6 (a supposed upgrade) and Demetria. Alpha 6 was at times a bit annoying, yes more so than Alpha 5, with his hip-hop attitude. Gaw. Makes you miss Alpha 5 all over again!
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Aug19

Power Morphicon Releases Schedule!! Morphicon Cancellations and Additions!

by cupofwater03 on August 19, 2010 at 7:12 pm
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 The Official Power Morphicon  released the Panel Schedule with attendees via their Facebook page! It looks like its going to be a busy weekend!
 

FRIDAY, AUGUST 27TH, 2010
12pm: Panel A: OPENING CEREMONIES
12pm: Panel A: THE BULK & SKULL PANEL 
01pm: Panel B: VOICE ACTORS PANEL
02pm: Panel A: ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF PR PRESENTATION
02pm: Panel B: CAST & CREW PANEL
03pm: Panel A: CREATING POWER RANGERS W/ JUDD LYNN
03pm: Panel B: ZEO/TURBO/IN SPACE PANEL
04pm: Panel A: BEHIND THE SCENES W/ TONY OLIVER
04pm: Panel B: SPD EMERGENCY
05pm: Panel A: LIFE AFTER PR: LOST GALAXY/LIGHTSPEED RESCUE/WILD FORCE
05pm: Panel B: THE WRITERS PANEL
06pm: Panel A: GOLD RANGER EVENT: MMPR THE MOVIE MADNESS With BULK & SKULL
06pm: Panel B: TIME FOR TIME FORCE
07pm: Panel B: RANGERCAST LIVE
 
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28TH, 2010
8am: Offsite: GOLD RANGER EVENT: BREAKFAST
10am: Panel A: MIGHTY MORPHIN/ ZEO PANEL
12pm: Panel A: KAMEN RIDER DRAGON KNIGHT
12pm: Panel B: LOST GALAXY/LIGHTSPEED RESCUE/WILD FORCE #2
01pm: Panel B: PRETTY & POWERFUL #1
02pm: Panel B: WORKSHOP: SCRIPT WRITING W/ JEFF & RONNIE
03pm: Panel A: MASKED RIDER
03pm: Panel B: MAKING POWER RANGERS: THE CREW PANEL
04pm: Panel A: THE VILLAINS PANEL
04pm: Panel B: TRIVIA CONTEST
05pm: Panel A: LIFE AFTER PR: TURBO/TIME FORCE/SPD
05pm: Panel B: WORKSHOP: PROP MAKING W/ GREG ARONOWITZ
06pm: Panel A: SUITS & STUNTS
06pm: Panel B: MUSIC WITH RON WASSERMAN
630pm: Temp Signing area : COSTUME CHECK IN
07pm: Panel A: CELESTIAL FURY FINAL CUT
730pm: Panel A: TONY OLIVER’S PR VIDEO TREASURE TROVE
730pm: Panel B: COSTUME CONTEST
09pm: Panel A: MiSTING W/ LINKARA

SUNDAY, AUGUST 29TH, 2010
10am: Panel B: GOLD RANGER EVENT: KARATE W/ STEVE CARDENAS
11am: Panel A: JASON DAVID FRANK
11am: Panel B: POWER PROGENITOR: THE ROBOTECH RETROSPECTIVE
12pm: Panel A: WORKSHOP: DR. NARVY’S ACTING CLASS
12pm: Panel B: TURBO/IN SPACE PANEL #2
01pm: Panel A: PRETTY & POWERFUL #2
01pm: Panel B: VOICE ACTORS PANEL #2
02pm: Panel A: AMERITOKU: VR TROOPERS/BEETLEBORGS
02pm: Panel B: UNSUNG HEROES
03pm: Panel A: STUNTS
03pm: Panel B: FOREVER RED
04pm: Panel A: THE CLOSING CEREMONIES

 
Also, Brandon Jay Mclaren (Jack, SPD Red) has cancelled his appearnace. Sad!
 
However, Selwyn Ward is apparently back on the roster! Woot Woot! :)
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Aug18

Neil Kaplan Diabolico Toy Promo

by cupofwater03 on August 18, 2010 at 4:03 am
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Power Morphicon uploaded an awesome promo video featuring Neil Kaplan!
Take  A look it’s Hilarious!

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Aug17

Samurai Spotlight: Erika Fong as Mia

by cupofwater03 on August 17, 2010 at 10:21 pm
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Actress: Erika Fong
Character:Mia
Ranger: Pink
Age: uknown
Hometown: Plymouth, MN
Interests:  
Barras Salon, Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings, Putamayo World Music

Quotes She Enjoys:
Watch your thoughts; they become words
Watch your words; they become actions
Watch your actions; they become habits
Watch your habits; they become character
Watch your character; they become your destiny
-Frank Outlaw
“We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly.”
-Sam Keen

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Aug17

Samurai Spotlight: Najee De-Tiege as Kevin

by cupofwater03 on August 17, 2010 at 10:07 pm
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Actor: Najee De-Tiege
Character:Kevin
Ranger:Blue
Age: 22
Hometown: Beverly Hills, CA
Interests: 
Massage Therapist, Runway Model, Fashion Caster, Actor, I-Phone Customizer, Hawaiian Coffee Company Co-Partner, Poetry and Painting SellsMan

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Aug17

Best of the Best: How to Perform Morphs!

by cupofwater03 on August 17, 2010 at 6:01 pm
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This installment of “Best of the Best” is another one of YouTube’s biggest ranger fans.  
C0nf1n3d’s Channel provides instructional videos on how to preform your favorite morphing calls and hand movements.

The videos are pretty sweet! I’ve always wanted someone to show me because honestly, just watching the show makes it hard! Plus this guy is pretty cute, so there ya go!

Episode 1

Check out the first episode and check back here and on YouTube for more videos!

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Aug17

Bandai Responds to Questions!

by cupofwater03 on August 17, 2010 at 12:56 am
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Bandai America’s Blog answered some the most frequently and sought after questions about the 2010/2011 lines for Power Rangers, take a read to answer your itching questions!

1. With the reversioned MMPR episodes, will you be making ______ (Rita Figure, Dragonzord, Morpher) to be released in 2010 or 2011?
At this time we have no plans to release toys based on these characters, weapons or vehicles in 2010. However, that doesn’t mean we won’t make a certain character, weapon or vehicle in the future. 
2. I’ve noticed my Target and K-Mart stores don’t have Power Rangers toys on their shelves. Where can I find the new fall 2010 line?
The new Mighty Morphin Power Rangers product lineup for fall 2010 has shipped and should be showing up at select Wal-Mart, Meijer and Toys R Us locations across the U.S., as well as online through Amazon.com. The Power Rangers section of our Bandai.com website will also be updated shortly with details of new fall product line, so be sure to check it out! 
3. Where can I find the Titanus Mix & Morph Base?
The Titanus Mix & Morph Base (31410) can currently be found at Amazon.com.
4. What goes into deciding on the characters or products released?
Such a good question! There are many factors at play when deciding what Power Rangers characters or products are put into production. Our brainstorming process usually starts a little over a year before the scheduled release date. That’s when the Power Rangers toy team discusses what characters, size, features, and accessories we should add, based on consumer input, competition in the market place and industry trends. The teams’ ideas are then given to our counterparts at our design team in Asia who then create concept sketches, sculpts and painted models. It is also during this time that we work hand in hand with the licensor (formerly Disney, now Saban Brands) to create product names, integrate new toy technology, and discuss how we can localize any of the cool Bandai Japan Power Rangers product in addition to items made just for the North American market, as well as make sure our product releases are in sync with the show’s content.


5. Now that the new cast has been revealed for the 2011 Power Rangers season, when will we start to see the new product?
The Power Rangers toy team is currently working very closely with Saban Brands to design and develop our 2011 product line to reflect the new show and theme. We are planning for product to hit shelves in conjunction with the premiere of the new show on Nickelodeon in 2011.

6. When will the new theme be announced for 2011?
The new theme will be announced late 2010.
Do you have additional toy questions you’d like answered? Let us know in the comments section and yours may just be answered in the next round of Q&As.
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Aug16

*UPDATE* Morphicon Cancellation: David Winning

by cupofwater03 on August 16, 2010 at 5:01 am
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Tiny bit of news from the Morphicon camp, David Winning (Director of Power Rangers: A Turbo Movie) has cancelled his appearance. No good!
David Winning himself posted a comment to this blog posting:
“apologies gang!! I got offered a job in the Yukon that i couldn’t turn down. Happened to start on this weekend. Really bummed too, wanted to see everyone again. Hope you have a blast in Pasadena! Next year. cheers, David
www.DavidWinning.com”
That was so nice of him to respond like that!
Thanks for responding David and reading my little blog, what a class act!
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Aug14

Felix Ryan Cast as Skinny Mack, headed to NZ

by cupofwater03 on August 14, 2010 at 6:12 am
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More casting news is surfacing on the internet discussion boards. We have a new addition to the cast, starring as Skinny Mack (The Comic Relief ala Bulk and Skull) is Felix Ryan!
Still no news on the casting of Big Jack, Richard, Princess Megan and Juzo.
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Aug14

What Made MMPR Great #9:Team Repulsa

by cupofwater03 on August 14, 2010 at 1:00 am
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These group of villains did not have a group name, so I’ve dubbed them “Team  Repulsa”. Rita’s minions made the show awesome especially with their comedy and fight scenes.
Goldar, main henchman of Rita in Season 1, has had his wings taken by Lord Zedd while serving Rita. He normally instigates the fights between the Rangers and the putties and has had several run ins with Jason and Tommy. Goldar met his end by Zordon’s wave.
Scorpina, was created from a throbbing rock crawling with scorpions. Her female form would at tack the rangers on the ground, but when she was made to grow she would become a hideous scorpion monster. She only made a few appearances in the first season and it was never explained where she went or if she survived the Z-Wave.
Finster, chief monster maker for Rita. Finster sits alone in his workshop working on different monsters for Rita to send to earth. He is also responsible for creating the Super Putties and the monsters of the day.

Squatt and Baboo are basically Rita;s lackeys and carry out her orders and schemes. They were goofy comic relief but never directly attacked the rangers. They were destroyed after the death of Zordon, but survived all of those seasons.
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Aug13

Matt Austin Awesome SPD Morphicon Promo

by cupofwater03 on August 13, 2010 at 1:48 am
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Matt Austin (Bridge SPD Green) and ranger hottie, posted his own promo video for his appearance at this year’s Morphicon. The video is hilarious in its awesomeness, and check out the very end ;)


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Aug12

Peta Rutter (Udonna) Passes Away

by cupofwater03 on August 12, 2010 at 8:01 pm
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I feel terrible for having missed this story. Sadly, we lost another member of the Power Ranger Family on July 20, 2010. Peta Rutter (pls excuse my iphone’s autocorrect), best known as Udonna (White Mystic Ranger, Mystic Force) passed away from an ongoing battle with a brain tumor. I am deeply saddened by this :( May she rest in peace.

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Aug12

Live Updates from Morphicon! Follow & Subscribe!

by cupofwater03 on August 12, 2010 at 12:30 am
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Hello Everyone! For those interested in the live updates during Power Morphicon simply go to the addresses listed above and follow or subscribe to the twitter and tumblr feeds. I will be updating LIVE from Morphicon on Twitter/Tumblr throught quick texts and pictures; with more news stories following on the blog. For live and fastest updates stay tuned to Twitter/Tumblr. 
I will be sending out pictures and information as it comes in!
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Aug10

**UPDATED** *Morphicon: Selwyn Ward Update*

by cupofwater03 on August 10, 2010 at 8:20 am
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Power Morphicon’s Official Facebook page updated recently and dropped a hint that Selwyn Ward would be dropping in for a visit after all:
“Selwyn Ward will be at Power Morphicon on either the 28th or the 29th! 
Keep an eye out for him, folks!”



I wonder if he is one of many surprise pop-in guests 
Stay Tuned to Morphin’ Legacy!
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Aug08

Samurai Spotlight: Brittany Anne Pirtle as Emily

by cupofwater03 on August 8, 2010 at 10:14 am
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Actress: Brittany Anne Pirtle
Character: Emily
Ranger: Yellow
Age: 20
Birthday: December 27th
Hometown: San Diego, CA
Books/Movies/Music/TV:  
Harry Potter, Pearl Harbor, Paramore, Desperate Housewives
Quote: “I wish to make only good foot prints through others lives.”
Ranger Status:

 “It’s official in writing so I can say it… Say hello to the yellow power ranger!!! I leave for new Zealand in 2 weeks!!!!!!!”

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Aug08

Samurai Spotlight: Hector David Jr as Mike: PICS UPDATED 10/28

by cupofwater03 on August 8, 2010 at 10:01 am
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Actor: Hector David Jr.
Character:Mike
Ranger:Green
Age: 21
Birthday: July 10, 1989
Hometown: Arbors, Winter Springs, FL
Movies/Music/TV:  
The Hangover, David Guetta, So You Think You can Dance
Quote: “Obsessed with my CRAFT!”

Ranger Status:

 ”soo I heard I’m the Green Ranger 5min ago!”
“Its Morpin time! So stoked to meet the rest of the rangers!!”
 


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Aug08

What Made MMPR Great # 8: Titanus; The Ultrazord

by cupofwater03 on August 8, 2010 at 9:49 am
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We get our first glance at Titanus, the massive Ultrazord, at the summit of a mountain guarding the Rangers’ Thunder Slingers. Once thought to be an enemy, Zordon explains that Titanus was only testing the Rangers and that he was an old friend and ally. 
The main function of Titanus was to combine with the Megazord and Dragonzord to create the Mega Ultrazord. Titanus could fire from his cannons at both sides, and is a motorized carrier zord.
Titanus would return to slumber at the end of Season 1, but after Season 2 the Rangers called upon him several more times. Titanus combined with the Ninja Megazord and the Shogun Megazord!
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