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Amy Jo Johnson returns to the Power Rangers to tell a poignant tale of love and loss… For most people of my age, we all grew up watching Mighty Morphin Power Rangers on television. The show became an instant hit and spawned countless toy lines, video games, movies, comic books, and a heck of a lot more.  Now to celebrate the shows 30th Anniversary (has it really been that long!?) Amy Jo Johnson , the original Pink Ranger, has teamed up with writer Matt Hotson to craft a “what-if” tale that’s arguably the continuation of the original series that is old timers have been waiting for. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return takes place in a future where 22 years prior to the comic, the Rangers defeated Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd. After their victory the team goes their separate ways, yet remain tied together through their time as Power Rangers. Now in the present day the team have grown up and faced their own problems and challenges. However something evil is lurking in the darkness ...

BOOM! Studios releases Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #106 next Wednesday, and we've got the preview below... 'The Mighty Morphin and Omega Rangers join forces in an epic struggle against a friend-turned-foe! Mistress Vile’s diabolical scheme also comes to a head as she possesses an object of immeasurable power–and a sidekick with darker origins than the Rangers thought possible!' Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #106 is scheduled to hit comic book shelves on 22nd March, 2023 Rob Lake - For more comic book and video game chat why not follow Geek Culture Reviews on Twitter, Hive, Facebook, & TikTok @GeekCultureRev

Rob reviews Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II #1... It's hard to believe that it's been three years since Ryan Parrott first treated us to a team-up for the ages. Across the 5-issue mini-series, the Ranger and Turtle worlds collided as Tommy went missing, and Shredder ended up with the power of the Dragon Coin. And that's before the Turtles became Power Rangers themselves!  The original mini-series was a stunning piece of work. Parrott tapped into the highs of both franchises to create a rollercoaster thrill ride that started at 10 and didn't cool down. It had everything that a Power Rangers  and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan would want in a team-up between the two heavyweights. Now back with a sequel it also begs the question of whether  Ryan Parrott can top the previous installment. And while we're only one issue in, the answer is looking like a resounding yes!   So, let's dive in... Opening up onto the rooftops of...