Category: Tokusatsu

[Con Report] Power Morphicon 2024: The Entire Weekend Rundown

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Last weekend, the biannual Power Rangers convention, Power Morphicon was held in Pasadena, California from August 23rd to the 25th. As per usual, the event was held at the Pasadena Convention Center, which is part of the greater Marriott branding. Additionally, the accompanying Sheraton Pasadena Hotel was rebranded, as the Dena last Summer, joining the Tribute Portfolio series. So, the revamped hotel was a subtle change for attendees returning to the show following PMC 2022. However, the event’s housing did not change within the past few shows, excluding its temporary…

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[Interview] Ultraman Max’s Sean Nichols Returns!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hero-Club presents “the lost” sequel to our interview with Ultraman Max star, Sean Nichols! Now, this was recorded last year in early Summer, nearly a year since the original interview. Specifically, the first interview discussed Sean’s career like how he got to Japan, into acting, and hosting Ultraman events. However, that interview was not too Ultraman Max focused, so Sean suggested doing another that dove into its production. So, we decided to wait until the series had its official home video release via Mill Creek Entertainment. Coincidentally, it gave…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Darkest Hour #1 *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Good morning heroes, we are at the finale of an eight-year comic book run with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Today’s Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Darkest Hour #1 marks the end, and this issue is a farewell to its run. Yet, fear not fans, as more Power Rangers titles are coming from Boom! Studios like the Usagi Yojimbo crossover. Also, two other series have been announced, properly titled Power Rangers: Across the Morphing Grid, and Power Rangers Infinity #1. Furthermore, although we skipped over MMPR Issue 122 release, we will address…

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[Interview] Actor Bruno Patrick (Guyver Zoanoid in Guyver 2: Dark Hero)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Well, it is time to get Bio-Boosted and Biomorph with the Guyver Zoanoid, Arlen Crane from Guyver 2: Dark Hero. Yes, our guest for today’s interview is Bruno Patrick (credited as Bruno Gianotta), who portrayed the film’s main antagonist. So, our interview goes over how Bruno landed the role, crafted the character, and other behind-the-scenes information. Also, we discuss what is like getting back into acting, and attending conventions. Especially, since this interview was arranged from us learning about the film’s anniversary screening and Bruno’s appearance at RoboToyFest. Anyway, we…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers 121 *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Good morning, Heroes, and happy Wednesday, as today is another great day and week for new comics. Now, as some can expect, today we have a comic book review for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 121. Currently, we are winding down to the end of the Darkest Hour, which concludes with two books next month. Specifically, the penultimate issue in this arc MMPR 122, and the finale, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Darkest Hour #1. Then with those releases it marks the end of the current run for Mighty Morphin Power…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issue 119 & 120 *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Good morning, Heroes, today we have comic book double feature review with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Issues 119 and 120. So, it will be a longer read than usual, but we need to discuss 119 after skipping it in April. Now, for those unaware, we are building towards the end of The Darkest Hour, and the comic series’ current run. As a result, I am really looking forward to seeing how everything will wrap up, as I have no clue. Currently, there are a few theories though, but I cannot…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #118 *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Happy Wednesday, Heroes, we got the next installment in Boom! Studios’ Power Rangers event The Darkest Hour! So, that means we are going to review it before issue 118, hits shelves later today. Currently, our heroes are in a desperate situation where things can either improve, or worsen at this given point. Yet, hopefully that White Tiger Power Coin proves to turn the tides in some possible way. Anyway, before we actually dive into this issue, we have to thank Boom! Studios for providing us this review issue.   Comic…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #117 *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Happy Wednesday, Heroes, we are back to discuss the next installment of Boom! Studios’ the Darkest Hour. Especially, since we are looking at Mighty Morphin Power Rangers issue 117 which releases today. Now, unlike the recent bleak issues, today’s story seems to be bringing us some hope to turn the tide. Also, like our recent reviews this will article contain spoilers, so please proceed reading with discretion. So, with this introduction out of the way, let us deep dive into what exactly happens with issue 117!   Comic Credits Artist:…

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[Comic Review] Power Rangers Unlimited: The Morphin Masters *SPOILER WARNING*

Ben Odinson

Happy Wednesday heroes, as we start to transition from January to February, we normally receive annual issues for comic books. However, this time we are getting an all-new issue of Power Rangers Unlimited, which is centered on the Morphin Masters. Now, while fans can start with this title without reading previous issues, I would still recommend MMPR 116 for more context. Especially, since it will give some context to the current situation being discussed in this special issue. Also, thanks to Boom! Studios for providing Hero-Club this review copy yet…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #116

Ben Odinson

Today, we have our review for the first Mighty Morphin Power Rangers issue of the new year. Sadly, we did not receive the review copy from Boom! Studios on time, so we are covering it now. Currently, we are continuing through the Darkest Hour with this issue which follows Drakkon and Ranger Slayer. So, who knows what will happen when these two have reunited? Although, many already know this was a great encounter that leads to a battle of life and death. Anyway, let us get ‘back to action,’ and…

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