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Courtesy of Saban Brands we have the official press release for this weekends 4th official Power Morphicon! Read below for the official list of events and activities for the convention including some special events related to Power Rangers Super Megaforce & Dino Charge!

Saban Brands to Host Power Rangers Super Megaforce Panel, Unveil An Exclusive Sneak Peek of Power Rangers Dino Charge, Hold Cast Autograph Signings, Rangers Appearances and More

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 18, 2014) – Saban’s Power Rangers and thousands of fans will join forces to celebrate the 4th bi-annual Power Rangers official fan-run convention, Power Morphicon, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA August 22-24. Fans can expect an action-packed experience from Saban Brands with the cast of Power Rangers Super Megaforce and a super-charged panel that will reveal an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming season, Power Rangers Dino Charge.

“Saban Brands is excited to participate once again in this year’s Power Morphicon,” said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. “It is always a thrill to see Ranger Nation come together in full force and we can’t wait to celebrate the Power Rangers franchise with thousands of our passionate and loyal fans.”

To kick off the opening of Power Morphicon, fans can gather for an exciting event on Saturday, August 23, at 8:45 a.m. outside the Pasadena Convention Center. Saban’s Power Rangers and special “Junior Ranger” guests from Make-A-Wish® will take part in an epic stunt to POWER UP Power Morphicon, which originally started in 2006 to grant the wish of a child in the Make-A-Wish program. The Power Rangers are partnering with Make-A-Wish, the official 2014 Power Morphicon Charity Auction beneficiary, and special guests to transform the lives of five kids from around the country with life-threatening medical conditions by granting their wishes to meet the Power Rangers.

At 1 p.m., fans can attend the Power Rangers Super Megaforce Panel in Ballroom D&E, moderated by Chip Lynn, Executive Producer of the upcoming Power Rangers Dino Charge season. Fans can expect a lively Q&A session with the Super Megaforce cast, followed by a never before seen look of the highly anticipated upcoming 2015 season. Following the panel, attendees can meet the cast of Power Rangers Super Megaforce at the official cast signing from 2-4 p.m. in the Main Hallway. In addition, fans can expect to meet and pose for photos with various legendary Rangers on the show floor throughout the full run of the convention.

Saban Brands is also expanding the Power Force at Power Morphicon, a select group of superfans who have been chosen to receive exclusive insider access to all things Power Rangers. The Power Force represents some of the most passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable fans. These new Power Force members include: Database Ranger, Hassan Ahmed, Kickback, Miss CD, NerdyGirlJulia, ShukuenShinobi, TheSecondBatgirl, Trekkieb47 and ZeronXepher.

Additionally, Bandai America is officially launching the Power Rangers “Unlock the Power” instant win game and sweepstakes at Power Morphicon! Fans can scan any of their Legendary Ranger Keys into the Power Rangers Scanner App on their mobile device for a chance to instantly win exclusive coupons and toy prize packs now through December 31, 2014. Fans also have the opportunity to win a trip to Hollywood, California for a family of four and to voice a character in an upcoming Power Rangers episode! To learn more about “Unlock the Power,” please visit www.bandai.com/powerrangers.

Fans can stay up-to-date on the latest Power Rangers news by following the brand’s official social media channels on Facebook,Twitter,Instagram,Tumblr and YouTube.

Saban’s Power Rangers Super Megaforce will return with all-new episodes on Saturday, August 30 at 12 p.m. (ET/PT), only on Nickelodeon.

For more information on Power Morphicon, please visit www.officialpowermorphicon.com.

TokuNation will of course be in attendance this weekend as our very own Kickback (@rankal on Twitter) will be rocking the show floor along with our great friend and newsie Trekkieb47 (@trekkieb47 on Twitter)!  Be sure to say hello to these two while your there and welcome them to the official Power Force along with all the other new inductees this year!

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Our friends at HenshinJustice.com have landed an exclusive interview with the executive producer of the upcoming Power Rangers Dino Charge season, Judd Lynn! In the interview, Judd discusses things from how he came to become the new executive producer (replacing Jonathon Tzachor), his familiarity with the source material Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger, the skipped series Go-Busters, and of course, Koichi Sakamoto.

Click here to check out the interview! Our friends online have been searching for any and all Power Rangers Dino Charge news, and speculation has the show beginning to film in October 2014 for the first 22 episode run in early 2015. We will most likely have more concrete details once next week’s Power Morphicon happens.

Are you excited for Power Rangers Dino Charge? Join in the discussion!

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We’re nearing show time folks! The Official Power Morphicon is less than two weeks away and they are still adding guests! While the regular Monday update was postponed until Tuesday, it was worth the wait, because fans of “Plan Xander” will be happy to hear that another fan-favorite Green Ranger is attending! Announced for the show are the following individuals:

  • Richard Brancatisano (“Xander”, Power Rangers Mystic Force Green Ranger)
  • Mark Litton (Writer for Season 1 of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, VR Troopers, and Masked Rider)
  • Larry Litton (1st Assistant Director and Director for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)
  • Rembrandt Sabelis (“Lucky Landon” from Superhuman Samurai Syber Squad)
  • Slowfinger Cosplay (will be in Superhuman Samurai Syber Squad cosplay)

And to top it off, Power Morphicon also updated their Instagram with some comments regarding the convention’s official exclusive (pictured with this story), the Jungle Fury Wolf Ranger & Titanium Ranger Ranger Keys. Those details are as follows:

  • Price is $10 per pack
  • Limit 1 per attendee
  • Only 500 made, estimated to sell out early Saturday

So for those planning to purchase and horde keys – you’re out of luck! And for those hoping that a buddy might get them a set – time to put on your best puppy dog eyes impression and find out what it might cost you to part with this very limited exclusive.

If you’re attending the show please be sure to look for our very own Kickback from our Talkin Toku Podcast! He is attending the show with our friends TrekkieB47 and TheCinemaSlob from the Ranger Command Power Hour Podcast! They are promising a live stream sometime during the show as well as tweeting updates from the show as they happen. Stay with us as we update you with all the news and information from the show! We will also have a special announcement to make sometime before or at the show regarding TokuNation so stay tuned for that as well!

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Just in time for the upcoming Power Morphicon convention, the original Mighty Morphin Red Power Ranger and Zeo Gold Ranger, Austin St. John, has opened up his online store with merchandise that fans can purchase to support their childhood hero! Featuring a number of items showcasing Austin St. John’s time spent as both the Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger and the Gold Zeo Ranger, fans can purchase items for men, women, as well as youth items – and of course, your own personalized autograph from the man himself!

And don’t forget the fan-favorite item for kids – the “Future Ranger” one piece!

Be sure to purchase your items now so you can receive them in time for the upcoming Power Morphicon convention! Austin St. John’s “Back to Action” tour continues with the trip in Pasadena to celebrate 20 years of Power Rangers and the first ever meeting between his Japanese counterpart, Yuuta Mochizuki, who played Geki the Tyranno Ranger from the Japanese series Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger, otherwise known as the show that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was based off!

To begin shopping, simply click here or visit AustinStJohn.US and order those shirts! All items are made in the USA! We will see you at this year’s Power Morphicon!

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Just because there wasn’t an official update from Power Morphicon this week doesn’t mean that news didn’t break! For starters – if you haven’t registered yet we’re sorry to inform you that registration has ended. To attend the show you will now have to buy a pass at the show the day of the show each day. We can’t say we didn’t warn you though! And now for the rest of the news!

It was announced that there will be an official tournament for the defunct Power Rangers Action Card Game! For those who collected, sets one through four were released here in the United States, while set five was released only in Europe. However, the tournament will be open to anyone who would like to participate and they can use any of the cards and promo cards ever released. There will be prizes for the winner(s), including an entire set of the unreleased series 5 and more! Stay tuned for updates on how to enter so you can play.

Now on to the sad news – Jason Smith, better known as Casey the Jungle Fury Red Ranger has cancelled his appearance at the show. He has promised, however, to do some fun fan related events, contests, and so forth in the future. But we can’t end on bad news – so let’s bring up some good news! Previously cancelled guest Alyson Kiperman, who played Taylor the Wild Force Yellow Ranger, has rescheduled to appear on Saturday only! This is great news for those who were bummed about their Wild Force group photo opportunity. Don’t forget to get to the show early so you can grab your Jungle Fury Violet Ranger & Titanium Ranger Key Pack Exclusive – a sure-fire hit as it looks to be the only way to get the Titanium Ranger key!

TokuNation.com is proud to be attending this year’s Official Power Morphicon and will bring you any news as it breaks, as well as tons of pictures and so forth. Our coverage will be light – we’re going as fans! We will be joined by our good friends from the Ranger Command Power Hour Podcast, and a group event with our own Talkin Toku Podcast is being planned. We’ll see you at the show!

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It’s a great week to be a Power Rangers fan, and our friends at the Official Power Morphicon convention have made your August something you will never forget! On top of the earlier announcement of Zyuranger’s Geki appearing at this year’s show, they have also updated their guest list with more Power Rangers and folks involved with Power Rangers! Check out this list below and try to clean up all the foam coming out of your mouth!

  • Jorge Vargas Jr. (“Blake”, Ninja Storm Navy Thunder Ranger)
  • Kimberly Crossman (“Lauren”, Super Samurai Red Ranger #2)
  • Ann Austen (Writer/Producer for Mighty Morphin, Zeo, Turbo, Ninja Storm, Dino Thunder, and Masked Rider)
  • Takahiro Kikuchi (Fujiyama Ichiban)
  • Yumie Yamagiwa (“Margaret” from Fujiyama Ichiban)
  • Yuuki Luna Yamagiwa (“Sakura” from Fujiyama Ichiban)

Unfortunately, there’s some sad news to announce as well – another cancellation.  No word yet on how this effects the pricing and such of the Power Rangers Wild Force Photo Op that had been announced by the cast.

NO LONGER ATTENDING
  • Alyson Kiperman (Wild Force Yellow Ranger)

Stay tuned because there’s always announcements each and every single Monday! If you haven’t yet – click here to begin your registration process for Power Morphicon! Not only do you get to meet all these amazing guests (well over 100 now), you also have an opportunity to purchase the Bandai of America exclusive toy – which we might see this week at San Diego Comic Con 2014! Be sure to keep your browsers tuned to TokuNation.com as we are attending both San Diego Comic Con and Power Morphicon! See you at the shows!

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Today was one of the biggest announcements yet for this year’s Official Power Morphicon convention. Promising an unbelievable announcement for today’s guest revealing was an understatement – fans of Power Rangers and Super Sentai now have a reason to come together.

Headlining today’s guest announcement is Yuuta Mochizuki, better known as Geki the Tyranno Ranger from Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger, the series that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was adapted from. Basically, the original Red Ranger from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and the Tyranno Ranger from Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger will be appearing at a convention together for possibly the first and only time.

Also from the press release sent directly from the Official Power Morphicon convention comes the announcement that Hiroshi Maeda, a professional Japanese stunt actor, will be appearing at the show. You’ll know him best as the stunt actor for Tyranno Ranger in Zyuranger, as well as numerous other Red Rangers for the Power Rangers franchise. And last but not least – Yasuhiro Takeuchi, another Japanese stunt actor who played both Dragon Ranger in Zyuranger as well as the Green Ranger in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. On top of that, he has also worn many of the Megazord suits for filming.

The Official Power Morphicon convention happens August 22nd to August 24th at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. Tickets are still available (but only for a couple of more weeks) – click here to begin your registration process so you don’t miss out!

Please read the full press release after the jump!
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The Official Power Morphicon Convention has updated with yet another list of great special guests that will be appearing at this year’s show. There are well over a 100 guests attending this year’s convention, though it’s important to note that their availability may be limited, so keep an eye on their page for updates regarding when each guest will be at the show. But without further waiting, here’s the list announced today!

  • David Yost (“Billy”, Mighty Morphin Blue Ranger)
  • Richard Horvtiz (“Alpha 5” from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, “Invader Zim”)
  • Ricky Simions (Invader Zim)
  • Herbie Baez (Green Hunter and Titanium Silver Beetleborg)
  • G. Beaudin (“Malcom Fink”, Superhuman Samurai Syber Squad)
  • Troy Slaten (“Amp Ere”, Superhuman Samurai Syber Squad)
  • Douglas Sloan (writer/director/supervising producer for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Power Rangers Zeo, Power Rangers Turbo, Power Rangers Ninja Storm, Power Rangers Dino Thunder)
  • Shota Tsuji (current stuntman for “Fujiyama Ichiban”, previous works include everything from Kamen Rider Fourze through Kamen Rider Gaim, Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger and Ressha Sentai ToQGer)

Don’t forget that registration for Power Morphicon ends in two weeks! Don’t miss out on the largest show yet celebrating over 20 years of Power Rangers as well as Big Bad Beetleborgs, Masked Rider, Kamen Rider Dragon Knight, VR Troopers, Superhero Samurai Syber Squad, and more! Click here to begin your registration process!

TokuNation.com as well as the Talkin Toku Podcast will be in attendance at this year’s show, with thanks to our friends from the Ranger Command Power Hour Podcast. Stay tuned for special updates on activities and a fun after-hours get together. We’ll see you at the show!

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The folks from the Official Power Morphicon convention have revealed their convention items for attending members! This year’s T-Shirt design features none other than the Super Megaforce Red Ranger along with the Dino Charge Red Ranger, with the original Mighty Morphin Red Ranger looming in the background! The same image will also be included as a print. There are a grand total of 6 different coins being made available at the show. The main coin features the front with the Super Megaforce Red Ranger helmet, and the back having the swords crossed emblem that is visible on the suits. A special edition coin made by the Henshin Vault Prop Works will also be available for Platinum and Gold members, featuring one side with Gosei and the other with Zordon.

There’s also the lanyard as well as another print available for Platinum and Gold members featuring the original Megazord. We’ve copied all the images to our front page, so all you need to do is click the title of the story to see them all! Or if it’s easier, simply click here.

Here’s a quick rundown of the items revealed! Enjoy!

  • Power Morphicon T-Shirt (available to all, $20 while supplies last)
  • Power Morphicon Print (same as T-Shirt, available to all memberships while supplies last)
  • 1993 Megazord Print (included with Gold & Platinum memberships, limited sale Saturday, free signing by artist Saturday)
  • Power Morphicon Lanyard (included with all memberships while supplies last)
  • Power Morphicon coin (standard, available to all memberships)
  • Power Morphicon Breakfast Coin (included in Gold and Platinum breakfast packages)
  • Power Morphicon Gold Coin (Gold & Platinum memberships only)
  • Power Morphicon Platinum Coin (Platinum membership only)
  • Henshin Vault Platinum Coin (Platinum memberships only, made to order)
  • Henshin Vault Gold Coin (Gold and Platinum memberships only, made to order)

We’ll see you at the show! Keep in mind there’s still a number of different items left to be revealed, including Bandai of America‘s exclusive toy offering.

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The fourth Official Power Morphicon is only a month and a half away and the guest list keeps on growing. Updated to the site yesterday are the following guests!

  • Hector David Jr. (“Mike”, Power Rangers Samurai Green Ranger)
  • John Tellegen (Writer, Ninja Storm through RPM)
  • Wilsa Derro (stunt-woman, “Fujiyama Ichiban” fan film)
  • Sunny Seki (Artist and Japanese culture special guest)

If you haven’t registered yet, time is running out! On July 31st, registration for the show will end. Click here to begin your registration process! It’s also been stated that the special guests availability will be updated closer to the convention, as not every guest listed will be available for the entire show. Currently, only Rhett Fisher is listed with limited availability (Friday only), but we’ve also learned that Jessica Rey will only be available on Saturday. However, this information can change at any given time (if projects come up, a role is landed in a film or feature, etc.) so we’ll have to be patient while the updates are listed.