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We don’t like posting spoilers as news but this is something that absolutely needs celebration now and when it finally airs around the world.

In an episode of Power Rangers Dino Fury – which is airing new episodes in France – the Green Ranger (Izzy Garcia) is revealed to be in a relationship with a young woman named Fern.  Fans of Power Rangers know that the first “official” LGBTQ representation was in the 2017 Power Rangers movie.  The character Trini, played by Becky G, was implied as being LGBTQ but never truly outright stated in the movie (the director and cast would embrace the implication as such however).  There is no doubt left in the viewer’s mind after watching the episode of Power Rangers Dino Fury.

This is a huge moment in Power Rangers because the television show has notoriously skirted the issue of LGBTQ representation.  Caleb Bendit, who played the comedy character Monty in Power Rangers Ninja Steel, has stated publicly that he would portray his character as having romantic feelings for the character Victor but that he was told to tone it down by show-runners.  Even heterosexual relationships have been taboo in Power Rangers, with on-screen kisses being a big no-no (instead, characters showcase affection by holding hands).

Show-runner Simon Bennett has commented on the revelation of Izzy’s sexuality and openly stated that it was all signed off on by writers, producers, Nickelodeon, and Hasbro.

All we can say is – it’s about f-cking time!  See the clip below!  This episode of Power Rangers Dino Fury (Episode 13, “The Matchmaker” is scheduled to air on September 25th in the United States on Nickelodeon)

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Three new figures have just been confirmed for the Power Rangers Lightning Collection!

First up is the long-teased Power Rangers In Space two-pack featuring the iconic villainess Astronema and her loyal guardian Ecliptor! This set will cost $52.99 and is scheduled for release in April 2022.

In addition, another villain joins the fray- the legendary Mighty Morphin monster maker Finster joins the Lightning Colleciton, complete with his case of Putty Patrol soldiers ready to bake. Finster will cost $26.49 and is also scheduled for release in April 2022.

Both these new Lightning Collection releases will be exclusive to Amazon.com!

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Two new entries in the Power Rangers Lightning Collection have just been announced!

The iconic Ninja Ranger suits from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ third season will be joining the Lightning Collection with Ninja Black and Ninja Blue as first entries.

Both figures come with alternate heads and effects parts, including the legendary Ninjetti style from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie.

Lightning Collection Mighty Morphin Black Ninja Ranger & Mighty Morphin Blue Ninja Ranger will be available exclusively at TARGET stores. These figures are scheduled for release in January 2022 at a price of $26.49.

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A team-up needs a proper villain!

The Lightning Collection adds one more Power Rangers X Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figure to its lineup: the infamous villain Shredder now equipped with the power of the Mighty Morphin Green Ranger!

Lightning Collection Morphed Shredder is Currently Available To Preorder on BigBadToyStore with an estimated release of April 2022. The price is a modest $32.99!

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One more surprise to round out the Power Rangers X Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles box sets in the Lighting Collection!

This new box features Raphael as the Mighty Morphin Red Ranger alongside Tommy Oliver as the Foot Clan Soldier. Each figure comes with an assortment of accessories and effects parts.

Foot Soldier Tommy & Morphed Raphael are Now Open For Preorder On BigBadToyStore with an estimated release window of forth-quarter 2021! Price is a modest $54.99 before shipping.

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A SECOND Power Rangers X Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles box has been revealed for the Lightning Collection!

Following on yesterdays’ surprise reveal, this new box contains Michelangelo as the Mighty Morphin Yellow Ranger with April O’Neil as the Mighty Morphin Pink Ranger.
Both figures come with alternate heads and a complete set of weapons & accessories.

The Morphed Michelangelo & Morphed April pack is Currently Available To Preorder on BigBadToyStore with an estimated release window of Fourth-Quarter 2021. Price once again is a modest $54.99 for the set!

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COWABUNGA!

 

After some much speculation, our friends at Hasbro’s finally revealed a most tubular two-pack: the Lightning Collection Turtle Rangers featuring Leonardo as the Mighty Morphin Blue Ranger, and Donatello as Mighty Morhpin Black Ranger!

The Lightning Collection Morped Donatello and Leonardo two-pack will retail for $54.99 USD, the set will include both Turtle Rangers in addition to their signature weapons, effect parts for both weapons,  an assortment of swappable hands, and alternate unmorphed heads. The estimated release window is November 2021 and you can currently pre-order them from site sponsor Bigbadtoystore

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Toei has concluded their annual Kamen Rider press conference, introducing the world to the third Rider of the Reiwa Era– Kamen Rider Revice!

A sinister cult who worship demons known as the DeadMans has developed the powers of a strange artifact called the ViStamp to awaken the devil within humanity- by awakening, the devil creates a monster known as a Deadmen. The Cult has 3 active members at start: Aguilera (played by Yui Asakura), Ortega (played by Hayata Seki and Julio (played by Kurodo Hachijouin. The DeadMans seek to reawaken their ancient master.

Watching the DeadMans Cult is a scientific research group called FENIX. This agency decides to create new technology based on the legendary Kamen Rider franchise to save the world from demons. Genius scientist George Karisaki (portrayed by Hamao Noritaka) develops a new Rider System based on the ViStamp- the Revice Driver!

Each ViStamp revealed so far features the power of a past Kamen Rider fused with an animal spirit. The current ViStamps setups include:

-Kamen Rider Revice: TRex
-Kamen Rider Decade: Megalodon
-Kamen Rider Ex-aid: Jackal
-Kamen Rider Gaim: Praying Mantis
-Kamen Rider Fourze: Gorilla
-Kamen Rider Den-O: Mammoth
-Kamen Rider W: Falcon
-Kamen Rider Faiz: Pterosaur
-Kamen Rider Zi-O: Brontosaur
-Kamen Rider Kuuga: Lion

Young Ikki Igarashi (played by Kentaro Maeda) works at his family bathhouse when he is forced into a confrontation with his own inner devil, Vice. A deal between the two allows them to use the Revice Driver to transform into the next generation of heroes: Kamen Rider Revi & Kamen Rider Vice! Together they will work with FENIX to stop the DeadMans Cult. Ikki is determined to protect his family and younger siblings, while Vice merely wants to be set free.

Kamen Rider Revices’ theme song is titled liveDevil and will be performed by the group Da-ICE with voice actor Subaru Kimura (who also portrays Vice) assisting on vocals.

Kamen Rider Revice officially premieres on September 5 2021!

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Toei has updated their official site to introduce the third Kamen Rider of the Reiwa Era– Kamen Rider Revice!

Kamen Rider Revice is the story of a young man who makes a deal with the devil. The sinister Dead Man Cult has developed a device called the Vice Stamp to awaken the demons within humans- which they call Deadmen. Our hero is named Ikki Igarashi– he strikes a bargain with the demon Vice to use the Stamp power & save the world- transforming both into Kamen Rider Revi & Kamen Rider Vice!

Ikki will be portrayed by newcomer Kentaro Maeda, while Vice will be voiced by Subaru Kimura (who is perhaps best known to toku fans as the voice of the Seiza Blaster in Uchu Sentai KyuRanger.) Outside of battle, Ikki will receive support from his younger siblings Daiji and Sakura– played by Wataru Hyuga & Ayaka Imoto respectively.

The head writer of Kamen Rider Revice will be Hanta Kinoshita a newcomer to the tokusatsu world. Longtime Rider director Takayuki Shibasaki will return to helm the series. Music will be composed by Kotaro Nakagawa another Rider veteran.

Toei has scheduled the first Kamen Rider Revice press conference for July 27 2021. The series itself will begin on September 5 2021! Stay tuned to TokuNation between now & then for further updates on this new chapter in Kamen Rider history!

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Hasbro has revealed their Power Rangers exclusive figure for the upcoming PulseCon convention!

The Lightning Collection receives a monstrous new entry with Pudgy Pig– a fan favorite Mighty Morphin creature. In addition to his signature knife and fork weapons, Pudgy Pig comes with an assortment of food- tacos, nachos and a pie.

Perhaps the most unique aspect of this release is the packaging: Lightning Collection Pudgy Pig comes packed in a special Power Rangers lunchbox design.

Lightning Collection Pudgy Pig will be priced at $45 USD! Stay tuned to TokuNation for further release details!