Power Rangers #13: May the Power Protect It

The Omega Rangers were knocking on death’s door last issue until they were abruptly saved by the brand new Blue Omega Ranger. I found this pace a bit jarring, since we as readers were with Trini, Zack and Jason in what they believed to be their final moments. They shared secrets, said their goodbyes to family members, and pretty much accepted their fates. However, all that was quickly swept away as soon as Yale came to the rescue. It’s a shame, but I realize that this is crossover event takes priority over the smaller, character-driven moments.

Power Rangers #13 is chock full of action moments, with the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers duking it out with Zartus’s forces. I was a little surprised that Kimberly was completely against the idea of summoning their Zords as she didn’t want to go against Zordon (even in death). As we’ve seen from Kimberly over in the Mighty Morphin series, she will completely rebel against Zordon’s wishes if she feels it necessary.

The Omega Rangers leap into battle alongside their teammates. I know it’s not been that long since we’ve seen all the Rangers together, but it’s great to see it nonetheless. However, they aren’t given much chance to interact as, duh, they’re in the heat of battle.

Meanwhile, Alpha saves Billy from Eltarian guards. I was never a big Alpha 5 stan, but there was a flittering wave of nostalgia when the li’l robot managed to defeat the guards. Lord Zedd’s minions also make their power play as Goldar, Baboo, Squatt and Finster try to make sure Billy won’t bring Zordon back. Too bad they weren’t thinking about their own master, but I think we can all safely say that Zedd’s not dead.