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<CENTER> </CENTER>Disclaimer: Power
Rangers and related characters are property of Saban. The
Morphin Warrior concept belongs to Ellen Brand. This
story takes place in an offshoot of her Personality
Conflicts universe shortly after Firebird Rising, and is
done with her permission. I am not making any money on
this story. Feedback appreciated. <P align="center">Ranger Leap
<p>Tommy Oliver approached the five
Morphin Warriors. Skull was absent from the group because
he had to speak with Detective Stone about something.
They were sitting under a tree talking while Billy and
Trini worked on a slightly familiar looking device. </p>
<p>“Hey guys, what’s going
on?” </p>
<p>“Just talking about old
times,” Jason answered, “remembering back when
we were the only Rangers.” </p>
<p>“Billy and I are working on
the gateway generator Justin and his alternate self
built,” Trini explained. </p>
<p>“It turns out that opening the
portal between the two universes burned out the
circuitry. I thought it might be worthwhile to attempt
repair it.” </p>
<p>“Mind if I join you? It’s
been a long time since them six of us spent any time
together.” </p>
<p>The group gathered in a huddle and
started whispering to each other, leaving Tommy staring
dumbfounded. When they finally broke the huddle all were
grinning. </p>
<p>“We may let you join us
but…” Kim started. </p>
<p>“But we’re going to have
hear your credentials first,” Zack finished. </p>
<p>“Credentials, huh? Well, lets
see. I was the sixth Ranger. I led the team after I
became the White Ranger. I lead the Zeos and I’m a
powerful wizard. Is that good enough?” </p>
<p>“I guess that’s good
enough, right guys?” Trini asked. Nods all around </p>
<p>Tommy sat down by them. “So is
there anything in particular about the old days that
you’re talking about?” </p>
<p>“About the times we had to go
one-on-one with Rita’s monsters. I was just talking
about when I had to take on the Nasty Knight.” </p>
<p>“Yeah, those are the worst. I
remember the time I had to take on Rhino Blaster after he
sent you to that pocket dimension.” </p>
<p>“That was one of the only
times you actually went inside the Dragonzord,
wasn’t it?” Kim pointed out. </p>
<p>“Yeah, just against it and the
Cyclops monster. I didn’t really have a choice
against Rhino Blaster. I tossed the Dragon Dagger in to
you guys so you could bust out. I always fought better
outside it. I think that’s why Zordon gave me Saba.
So I had some help piloting the Tigerzord.” </p>
<p>“Speaking of Rhino Blaster, do
you remember those football Putties Rita sent down with
him.?” </p>
<p>“I remember them. Did any of
the guys you all played tackle as hard as them.” </p>
<p>“No. I’d have quick
playing if they did,” Billy answered. </p>
<p>“Rita almost always seemed to
be able to come up with special types of Putties to send
with her monsters,” Trini observed. </p>
<p>Billy didn’t even bother to
look up from his tinkering. “I was most impressed
with Pumpkin Rapper’s. They fought extremely well
considering they had pumpkins for heads.” His hand
slipped and accidentally hit the activate button. A
whirlpool formed in midair. “Hey, I fixed it. I
wasn’t expecting to get done that fast.” </p>
<p>Billy reached for the cutoff switch
but the whirlpool began to pull them towards it. They
were sucked in before they could do anything to prevent
it Billy was the last one pulled through, as it happened
he dropped the portal generator. It shattered on the
ground and the portal closed behind them. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>“Ugh, why didn’t you
mention traveling between dimensions was so rough,
Billy?” Kim asked. </p>
<p>“I guess I never really
thought about it. I was to busy getting away from Rita
and Zedd, trying to help the Ninjetti Rangers and
worrying about getting home.” </p>
<p>“Speaking of getting home, can
you just open another portal now?” </p>
<p>“I’m afraid not, Tommy. I
dropped the device on the other side?” Billy
answered sheepishly. </p>
<p>“So we’re stuck
here?” Zack asked concerned. </p>
<p>“Not necessarily. Billy’s
double helped build it. We could just go to their Command
Center and have Zordon contact him,” Trini
suggested. “Between the two of them they should be
able to build a new one.” </p>
<p>“Great idea, Trini. Let’s
go, guys,” Jason ordered. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>The group was shocked when they
arrived at the Command Center. They had expected it to be
very different from the one they knew, since Billy had
described it. This one was identical to their old base.
The alarm began to sound and Alpha began to run around
frantically. </p>
<p>“Ay-yi-yi-yi. Intruder alert!
Intruder alert.” </p>
<p>“Calm yourself, Alpha. These
young people all bear the signature of the Power.”
Zordon turned his attention to the Morphin Warriors and
Tommy. “Greetings, Rangers. What planet are you from
and what has brought you to an interdicted world such as
Earth?” </p>
<p>“You don’t know us,
Zordon?” Kim was startled by that revelation. </p>
<p>“No, I do not. Should I?”
</p>
<p>“I guess not. It looks like we
aren’t where we thought we were.” </p>
<p>“You didn’t mean to come
here then. I will gladly give my aid to any Ranger who
needs it but I cannot help you until answer my
questions.” </p>
<p>Jason sighed and stepped forward.
“It’s hard to explain, Zordon. We are from
Earth.” </p>
<p>“That’s impossible. The
Earth has never needed Rangers.” </p>
<p>“We’re from an alternate
universe,” Billy picked up the explanation. “We
were brought here by accident. Unfortunately the device
that brought us here was left behind.” </p>
<p>“That is most unfortunate. We
will do everything in our power to return you to your
proper reality. Your absence must place your Earth in
grave danger.” </p>
<p>“Not really,” Zack
stated. “We’re just reserves.” </p>
<p>“Really? How long has your
Earth been under attack?” </p>
<p>“About five or six
years.” </p>
<p>“It doesn’t surprise me
that Rita Repulsa would be stubborn enough to continue
attacking a single planet for that length of time.” </p>
<p>“We wish it was just
her,” Kim told him. </p>
<p>“Just her? Your Earth is under
attack from more than one would-be conqueror?” </p>
<p>“Six steady ones, if you count
Count Dregon, but Masked Rider deals with him. Plus a few
Earthbound threats and some have come to Earth briefly
and left after one defeat or been destroyed.” </p>
<p>“That is a truly unbelievable
amount of enemies. I would like to hear more about your
universe sometime. How many Rangers does you have on your
team to combat them?” </p>
<p>“We’re up to twenty-eight
full Rangers and a fairly large support staff. There are
also non-Ranger teams that we have an alliance
with,” Trini informed him. </p>
<p>“Twenty-eight Power Rangers
defending one world. Plus others. Truly amazing. If only
every world could boast those numbers. Evil would never
have a chance to gain a foothold in the galaxy. Where are
my manners. You have been here for several minutes and I
have not introduced myself. I am Zordon of Eltare, White
Falcon Morphin Master. This is my assistant,
Alpha-5.” </p>
<p>“We know.” </p>
<p>“It’s proper to introduce
yourself anyway, Jason,” Kim informed him. She,
Trini and Skull had done some studying on protocol after
they had passed the test of the Morphin Masters.. </p>
<p>“All right. Jason Lee Scott,
Red Tyrannosaurus Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Zack Taylor, Black Lion
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Kimberly Hart, Pink Firebird
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Billy Cranston, Blue Wolf
Morphin Warrior and Ninjetti.” Zordon seemed
impressed by that. </p>
<p>“Trini Kwan, Yellow Bear
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Tommy Oliver, Red Zeo Ranger,
and when necessary the Green Panther Morphin Warrior
.” </p>
<p>“You’ve retrieved the Zeo
Crystal. Most impressive. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>A few days later Tommy, Jason, Zack
and Kim were gathered in one of the Command Center’s
rec rooms. </p>
<p>“Am I the only one getting a
little stir-crazy?” Zack asked the other three. </p>
<p>“It is boring being cooped up
in here for days. I wonder what this reality is like up
close. News wise it seems a lot like home,” Kim
observed, “for three years ago.” One of the
first things they had realized was that this reality was
about three years behind theirs. </p>
<p>“I’d really like to meet
my double.” </p>
<p>“No way, Zack. It’s not
like he’s a Ranger. We can’t just show up and
say, Hi we’re versions of you from an alternate
universe. They’d freak.” </p>
<p>“You’ve been pretty upset
the past few days, bro. What’s bothering you?” </p>
<p>“I’m worried about
everyone back home. Dark Spectre’s gotten a lot more
powerful since adding Darkonda and the Neji Rangers.
We’ve got that damn vision of the future involving
the Shadows. And the Turbos are probably going to have to
pick up our slack. I know they can take care of
themselves but their just kids. They shouldn’t have
to handle that many opponents at once. And besides Tommy
aren’t you worried about leaving the Zeos at less
than full strength.” </p>
<p>“I was at first, till I talked
to Billy. He said that with me out of that dimension the
Zeo Crystal would rake a few hours to recharge then
Zordon could build a new Zeonizer and Zeonizer Crystal.
By now David’s filling in for me.” </p>
<p>“In all likelihood,”
Billy agreed as he entered. </p>
<p>“Are you done with the
portal?” Jason asked. </p>
<p>“No, Zordon made us take a
break,” Trini informed him. “We overheard part
of the conversation. You don’t have to worry about
the Turbo Rangers, Jason. They’ll have plenty of
help.” </p>
<p>“The Blue Senturion seems
designed to function most efficiently with them. Actually
I’ve always wondered why that was with so many
different teams. Perhaps this happened in the possible
future and they’ll need his help. Maybe it’s
just because Justin did a great deal of the work on
him.” </p>
<p>“Plus Aisha will be there if
they need her. She’s wanted to compare the
TurboZords to the RescueZords, or as Peter calls them the
Village People Zords, since the Ghostbusters pointed out
the similarities between them.” </p>
<p>Kim shuddered. “I’ve seen
news footage of them. Now I’m going to be picturing
them doing YMCA for months. But their right Jason. Skull
isn’t just going to sit out because we’re
missing, so he’ll help.” </p>
<p>“Ninjor will come if they call
him now that we’ve re-established contact with him,
since Zordon’s trial,” Tommy offered. </p>
<p>“And the alliance between the
Turbos, Beetleborgs, VR Troopers and Masked Rider left
the Troopers and Beetleborgs enemies without reliable
means to launch an assault, so they’ll be free to
help,” Trini pointed out. </p>
<p>“I guess you’re
right,” Jason reluctantly admitted. </p>
<p>Tommy looked over at Zack.
“You know I really like your idea about meeting our
doubles.” </p>
<p>“No way, bro. We can’t do
that. We can’t even go out because we could be
recognized.” </p>
<p>“Not a problem, I can whip up
a glamour spell like the one Tyler and I did for him and
Terry.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>A little bit later Billy had
accessed the Command Center’s computers and was
hacking into the local network. </p>
<p>“It looks like we all attend
school here, so we won’t have to teleport far to
reach them.” </p>
<p>“We all go to school in Angel
Grove still?” Kim stated surprised. “What about
the Peace Conference and my training with Coach Schmidt?
And didn’t you graduate early, Billy?” </p>
<p>“I guess I didn’t here.
Although without Ranger duties I don’t see how I
didn’t. I don’t know why you all wouldn’t
have taken those opportunities if they were presented to
you.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>The six glamoured Power Rangers
were searching through Angel Grove for their alternates,
each one looking in a likely place. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Their was a science exposition
going on in the Youth Center so Billy checked there
first. He found his double in a group of geniuses.
Ashley, Justin, Billy’s double and his old friend
Willie were setting up something that looked similar to
Willie’s VR game. Ashley looked to be pointing out
something to theis realities versions of Carlos, Cassie,
T. J. and a girl he recognized as Jenny Hunter. She waved
as they left just before he approached. </p>
<p>“That’s very impressive
looking. What is it?” </p>
<p>“It a virtual reality
machine,” Justin answered. </p>
<p>“We took a game I designed a
few years ago and improved it.” </p>
<p>“If this works properly it
will allow a complete virtual reality experience without
a full bodysuit. You’ll only need a few small
connections at the joints and a headset to do it,”
Ashley informed him. </p>
<p>His double was still tinkering with
it. This world’s Billy had apparently never had his
fashion sense improve. He also didn’t seem much on
people. He hadn’t even looked up as the others
explained the purpose of the invention. Billy spent the
next several minutes trying to get some answers from his
double. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Kim was in the mall when she
spotted herself hanging out with the members of the club
she had quit because they wouldn’t let Aisha in. </p>
<p>“So, like, what do you think
of this dress?” she asked holding up a prom dress. </p>
<p>“It’s great so do you
have a date yet?” </p>
<p>“I’m still waiting for
Tommy to ask me. I’m sure he’ll come around
eventually. I know the times he turned me down when I
asked him was just him playing hard to get or
something.” </p>
<p>“I think his brother’s
real cute.” </p>
<p>“Yeah, he is but David’s
no where near as cute as Tommy.” </p>
<p>‘David goes to school at Angel
Grove High? That’s a surprise,’ Kim thought
from where she was eavesdropping. A cheerleader she
recognized as Karen Jackson was talking now. </p>
<p>“I’m going with Jason
Scott,” she announced. </p>
<p>‘Jason’s taking that
airhead to the prom?’ </p>
<p>“I just wish Skull would stop
bugging me. He’s asked me twice. You’d think
after all these years he’d realize he has no chance
with me.” </p>
<p>“He’s such a waste of
flesh.” </p>
<p>“You got that right,” the
native Kim agreed. It took nearly all of Kimberly’s
self-restraint to keep from approaching her alternate and
hitting her for that remark. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Jason had checked likely places he
would have been hanging out. He had no luck so he was
reduced to asking around. He discovered that his double
was more of a jock than himself and played most of the
school’s sports, but did little martial arts. There
was a special baseball practice today and that’s
where this reality’s Jason Lee Scott was. He headed
there and almost collided with T.J. as he approached. </p>
<p>“Sorry about that. I’m
gonna be late for practice.” </p>
<p>“No problem.” </p>
<p>T.J. ran for the diamond full out.
“Hey, guys.” </p>
<p>Jason couldn’t help but notice
more than a fair share of dirty looks at T.J. He reached
his double. “So, is that guy a problem or
something?” </p>
<p>“Guys not even in high school
and he’s on Varsity. He almost took my starting
spot.” </p>
<p>“He must be pretty good.”
</p>
<p>“He’s okay. But we all
had to spend time on JV. Why should he be any
different?” </p>
<p>Jason walked away upset. There had
been a great deal of bitterness in his double’s
voice. Frankly Jason didn’t want to know anyone who
would begrudge anyone their success. His alternate was
definitely a jerk. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
*<hr>
</p>
<p>Zack had found his alternate self
flirting with Angela with absolutely no success. His
reality’s Angela had warmed to him long before
senior year and he’d like to think if she
hadn’t he would have known when to give up. </p>
<p>“Hey man, who’s the
babe?” </p>
<p>“That’s Angela.” </p>
<p>“Is she seeing anyone?” </p>
<p>“Not really. But she and I
have a little thing going.” </p>
<p>“Really. Is she mad at you or
something?” </p>
<p>“No she just likes to play
hard to get.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>With the Youth Center full Trini
decided to check out the gym to find her double. Sure
enough there she was practicing Praying Mantis Kung Fu.
She seemed to be having difficulty getting it down. After
several unsuccessful attempts she headed over to a
punching bag and proceeded to beat on it for several
minutes. Trini’d never been that out of control in
her life. If she’d been hitting a person she could
have killed them. </p>
<p>“Hi.” </p>
<p>Her alternate looked up from her
punching. “Hi. Do you want to use the bag?” </p>
<p>“No thanks. I noticed that was
Praying Mantis Kung-Fu.” </p>
<p>“That was fairly good.
I’m a black belt myself. Would you like some
pointers?” </p>
<p>She shrugged. “Why not?” </p>
<p>After several minutes of
frustration, Trini’s double walked off. </p>
<p>“I’ll never get
this.” </p>
<p>Trini looked as she walked away.
She’d always thought she’d gotten the style
fairly easily. ‘I wonder how much the Power had to
do with that.’ </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Tommy was sitting in the park
watching his double spar against his brother. He done
some checking around and found the Oliver family
didn’t exist in this reality. Instead Tommy had been
adopted by Sam as well as David, and lived near Angel
Grove all his life. </p>
<p>He approached just as Tommy sent
David to the ground. “I’m impressed. Either of
you want to spar.” </p>
<p>“I could use a breather. Why
don’t you take this guy on, Dave. You better watch
yourself. David is the second best martial artist in
town. I’m the only one who beats him.” </p>
<p>“So that makes you the
best?” </p>
<p>“Well, I don’t want to
brag but yes.” </p>
<p>Tommy traded a few falls with David
comparing his style to his brother’s. This David was
a little bit better. After a while he took David down.
“I’m considered the best back home.” </p>
<p>He glanced at his double.
“Want to take me on?” </p>
<p>“You got a fight.” </p>
<p>Tommy was impressed by his doubles
skills, but his attitude left a lot to be desired.
Finally Tommy decided he’d had enough. Five straight
falls this reality’s version of Tommy found himself
staring at the sky. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>On the moon, Scorpina stood over
the space dumpster Rita Repulsa had been imprisoned in.
She released the lock and the villains stepped out of it.
</p>
<p>“After ten thousand years
I’m free. Scorpina, I didn’t expect you to free
me. You were caught before us.” </p>
<p>“Your father released me for a
mission. When I completed it he gave me a leave of
absence. So I decided to track you down. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>The six heroes returned
disappointed with their alternates and wondering how much
their lives had been changed by them becoming Power
Rangers. Billy headed back to the lab to finish the
device and get out of this reality. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>Billy held up the new portal
generator and was preparing to activate it when the
Command Center’s alarms sounded. </p>
<p>“Yi-yi-yi, Scorpina released
Rita from her dumpster. Now she and Goldar have taken a
group of Putties down to Angel Grove Park.” </p>
<p>“We’ll take care of them
Zordon, while you recruit a team,” Jason
volunteered. </p>
<p>“You are only Morphin
Warriors. This reality’s Rita is at the peak of her
power due to over ten thousand years of captivity.” </p>
<p>“But we’ve got the
advantage. We’ve battled them for years. We know
them inside and out. They don’t know us
though,” Trini insisted. </p>
<p>“Very well, go and may the
Power protect you.” </p>
<p>“Tommy, you should use your
Morphin Warrior powers so you can conserve your Zeo
energy.” </p>
<p>“Good idea, Billy. Let’s
do it.” </p>
<p>“It’s Morphin Time!”
Jason ordered. </p>
<p>“Dragonzord!” </p>
<p>“Mastodon!” </p>
<p>“Pterodactyl!” </p>
<p>Triceratops!” </p>
<p>“Saber-tooth Tiger!” </p>
<p>“Tyrannosaurus!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Goldar and Scorpina were tearing
through the park laughing as Putties chased humans
around. </p>
<p>“I’ve missed seeing
people running in terror,” Goldar commented. </p>
<p>“Hold it right there!” a
voice behind them ordered. </p>
<p>The villains turned to find a group
of Power Rangers. Since they wore no helmets and had
mismatched uniforms they had to be Morphin Warriors.
Confident they could handle a group of half-powered
heroes they attacked. </p>
<p>They were in for a rude shock.
Goldar advanced on the one in red while Scorpina attacked
the green-clad warrior leaving Putties to handle the
rest. </p>
<p>Goldar was shocked to find his
every attack blocked and returned. “You’re
quite a fighter. I was under the impression this world
had never been attacked.” </p>
<p>“This world hasn’t been,
Goldar. And your not bad yourself. You’re certainly
more of a challenge than normal.” </p>
<p><hr>
** </p>
<p>Scorpina was in a similar situation
with Tommy. It had been a while since Tommy had fought
his reality’s version of her but they had done it
enough times that he could still match her. </p>
<p>She energized her sword and flung
it at him but it bounced off a force field he created.
The sword rebounded and hit Scorpina. </p>
<p>Meanwhile the others were
decimating the Putties with very little effort. They had
dealt with some of the most powerful and dangerous foot
soldiers in the galaxy often unmorphed. Putties
weren’t a challenge. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>On the moon Rita was staring in
slack-jawed shock </p>
<p>“I don’t know how Zordon
got a team together so quickly but lets see how they
handle bigger problems. Magic wand make my monsters
grow!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The two grew to enormous
proportions, Goldar losing his wings and Scorpina
transformed from a woman into a scorpion creature as they
did. </p>
<p>“Oh man, this is a
problem,” Jason stated. </p>
<p>“Don’t worry bro. I got
this one. I’ve been working on something for a
situation just like this. You’ll all be a little off
balance at first but you’ll adjust.” </p>
<p>“What’re you going to do,
Tommy?” Zack asked. </p>
<p>He responded by raising his hand to
the sky. It glowed green then flowed down his body. Then
it leapt from the tips of his fingers and enveloped the
other five. In seconds they were the same size as their
enemies. </p>
<p>“Very impressive.” </p>
<p>Jason, Zack and Trini took on
Scorpina while Tommy, Kim and Billy battled Goldar.
Scorpina swung her tail at Trini who dive over it and
drove one of her daggers into the appendage. Tommy
matched swords with Goldar and the space monkey was
shocked to find a second opponent in one day who was able
to predict his assaults. The battles between them
continued with the Warriors retaining the advantage. </p>
<p>“Guys, we have to finish them
off.,” Jason called out. Tommy and Kim kept the two
pinned down with fireballs and arrows while the others
circled around. When they were all in position Billy
fired his freeze laser to immobilize Goldar and Scorpina.
</p>
<p>“We call on these powers
combined.” As soon as she heard that order Rita
teleported her two henchmen away. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>When the victorious heroes returned
to the Command Center they found Alpha running back and
forth from console to console. </p>
<p>“I am attempting to strengthen
the signal to Aquitar, Zordon.” </p>
<p>“Why are you trying to contact
them?” Trini asked. </p>
<p>“Aquitar is the nearest
council planet. Since you all are here I was not forced
to choose humans to become Power Rangers. I would not
have had a problem selecting them if I had no choice but
it would better if I was able to select a team familiar
with the battle between good and evil.” </p>
<p>“Zordon, we had to call in the
Aquitian Rangers once. There was a constant problem of
rehydration.” </p>
<p>“I realize this, but Earth is
an interdicted world. Choosing Rangers from herewas a
last resort.” </p>
<p>“We know we had a real problem
with that recently. But humans are the best choice
here.” </p>
<p>“I have a great deal of
respect for your race but do not have any candidates
selected. Do you have any suggestions? Perhaps your
native doubles?” </p>
<p>“No way. They wouldn’t
stand a chance,” Kim told him. </p>
<p>“I think we could assemble a
team,” Tommy assured the alternate version of their
mentor. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The Morphin Warriors headed into
the Youth Center. It had cleared out with the attack and
the science expo had been postponed so it was back to
normal. Tommy and Jason had vetoed the Turbo Rangers due
to age and the fact that they didn’t have the same
points of references as their doubles. They had never
seen a Ranger team function and they weren’t
familiar with each other. </p>
<p>Sitting at a table were T. J.,
Cassie, Ashley, Carlos and another girl. </p>
<p>“Does anyone know her?” </p>
<p>“Yeah, that’s Detective
Stone’s niece Jenny Hunter. Skull introduced me to
her. She used to be a real pain but she’s a lot
nicer now.” </p>
<p>“Ley lines?” </p>
<p>“Ley lines,” Billy
affirmed referring to Angel Grove’s nexus of ley
lines which could soften the hardest of hearts with their
magic. </p>
<p>“I know her too. Kat and David
introduced me to her. She’s a dancer.” </p>
<p>“Is she Ranger material?”
</p>
<p>“Yeah.” </p>
<p>“I think so.” </p>
<p>They approached the five younger
teens . </p>
<p>“I’m a little surprised
to see you all together,” Jenny said to all of them
except Billy. </p>
<p>“You’re the fellow who
was checking out our invention earlier,” Ashley
stated recognizing him. </p>
<p>“Yes I am. Have you heard
about what happened in the park today?” </p>
<p>“Sure, it’s all
anybody’s talking about. Personally I think
it’s a publicity stunt for a new movie.” </p>
<p>“I’m afraid it’s a
lot worse than that T.J. We need you to come with
us.” </p>
<p>Puzzled the five teens accompanied
them to a secluded corner of the Youth Center. The
Warriors grabbed them and headed for the Command Center. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“What just happened?”
Cassie asked as they arrived. </p>
<p>“Teleportation,” Ashley
answered excited. “Our molecules were scrambled,
transported, then returned to their proper order.” </p>
<p>“Are you sure everything is
where it belongs?” Carlos asked. “I feel like
my stomach’s back at the Youth Center.” </p>
<p>“Welcome to the Command
Center,” Alpha greeted. I am Alpha 5, it’s
caretaker and assistant to Zordon of Eltar.” </p>
<p>“Who’s that?” </p>
<p>“I am Zordon.” They all
looked up and gasped in shock at the giant floating head.
“Your planet is in grave danger. It has fallen under
attack by the powerful sorceress, Rita Repulsa. You have
been chosen by the six people before you to become Power
Rangers, the most powerful force for good in the
universe. From what I know about them, if they believe
you are capable of defending this world then I have
confidence in you.” </p>
<p>“Not to be insulting but what
have you all done to decide something like that?” </p>
<p>“We’re not the people you
know. We’re from another reality. We’ve been
Power Rangers for years. We’re also the ones who
repelled the first assault. But we can’t stay here
forever. This Earth needs it’s own Rangers.” </p>
<p>“You will be these Rangers and
be endowed with incredible powers. In addition to the
powers you yourselves receive directly, you will also
gain powerful battle machines known as Zords.” </p>
<p>“T.J. as the Red Ranger, you
shall control the Tyrannosaurus.” </p>
<p>“Carlos, you are the Black
Ranger. You will control the Mastodon.” </p>
<p>“Cassie, the Pink Ranger. The
Pterodactyl is yours.” </p>
<p>“Ashley, you will be the Blue
Ranger and take control the Triceratops Dinozord.” </p>
<p>“Jenny, you will become the
Yellow Ranger and pilot the Saber-tooth Tiger.” </p>
<p>Belts with Power Morphers appeared
around their waists. “Raise these belts to the sky
and call the name of your spirit animal and Zord to
trigger the metamorphosis. When you summon all five Zords
and bring them together then they form the powerful
Megazord.” </p>
<p>“This is a little hard to
believe,” Cassie informed him. Ashley didn’t
seem to be having trouble believing it. In fact she was
grilling Alpha on the way the Command Center worked. </p>
<p>“We said somethin similar when
we first got our powers,” Kim told her. “But if
you want proof we’ll give you proof. Let’s show
them guys.” </p>
<p>They morphed and Trini continued
where Kim left off. “We’re Morphin Warriors,
half powered Rangers. With the coins in your Power
Morphers you’ll be able to become full
Rangers.” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Meanwhile on the moon, Rita Repulsa
was chewing out her two subordinates. </p>
<p>“How could you be beaten so
easily? You’re supposed to be two of the greatest
evil warriors in the galaxy and you get your butts kicked
by two half-powered nobodies!” </p>
<p>“They seemed to know our every
move before we made it, my queen.” </p>
<p>My opponent had powerful magical
abilities of his own,” Scorpina defended herself. </p>
<p>“We’ll just see how good
they really are. Finster! Make me a monster!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>After much explanation the five
skeptical soon to be heroes had been mostly convinced.
That was when the alarm blared. </p>
<p>“Already? Rita doesn’t
usually attack twice this close together,” Zack
observed. </p>
<p>“She has sent a monster with
Goldar, Scorpina, and the Putties.” </p>
<p>“This is King Sphinx. His
staff fires powerful energy blasts and when he beats his
wings he can create powerful wind gusts. Since you are
dealing with three powerful adversaries in your first
battle I will give you your power weapons now.” </p>
<p>The weapons appeared in the Rangers
hands briefly then vanished. “You can summon them
with a thought when you need them and combine them to
form the Power Blaster.” </p>
<p>“What happened to them?”
Carlos asked startled. </p>
<p>“They were placed in their
subspace pockets.” </p>
<p>T.J. looked at the viewing globe.
“I guess we need to do this.” He pulled his
morpher off his belt and held it out uncertainly. The
others copied him. </p>
<p>“Mastodon!” </p>
<p>“Pterodactyl!” </p>
<p>“Triceratops!” </p>
<p>“Saber-tooth Tiger!” </p>
<p>“Tyrannosaurus!” </p>
<p>They teleported to the scene of the
attack followed by the Morphin Warriors. </p>
<p>“I guess it’s all
true,” Jenny noted unnecessarily when they arrived. </p>
<p>The five new Rangers took on King
Sphinx while the Warriors dealt with Goldar, Scorpina and
the Putties once again. </p>
<p>King Sphinx began to beat his wings
forcing them back then leveled them witha n energy blast.
</p>
<p>“Blade Blasters,” T.J.
ordered. </p>
<p>They fired and took King Sphinx
down. </p>
<p>“Pyramid formation!” The
monster was knocked down as soon as he got up. </p>
<p>“Lets call our weapons and
finish him off,” Ashley suggested. </p>
<p>“Good idea.” </p>
<p>“Man, this is turning out
easy,” Cassie laughed. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“Easy?!” Rita shrieked.
“We’ll see how easy she thinks this is. Magic
wand, make my monster grow!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“I guess I spoke to
soon,” Cassie gulped as they stared at the towering
creature. </p>
<p>“We need Dinozord power
now!” </p>
<p>They leapt into the gigantic
machines and assembled the Megazord. </p>
<p>“Does everyone else know what
to do to pilot these things?” Carlos asked. </p>
<p>“Yes, I’m experiencing
the same thing. These powers must contain a sort of
knowledge storage that we can access,” Ashley
offered her theory. </p>
<p>King Sphinx was on them in a second
slashing at them with his talons. </p>
<p>“Fire the cranial laser, that
should knock him back.” </p>
<p>A laser fired from the tip of the
Megazord’s head. King Sphinx fell back and the
Rangers took the chance to summon the Power Sword. They
clashed sword to staff until the Power Sword cut through
King Sphinx’s weapon. He looked at the two halves
helplessly before the charged Power Sword slashed down.
He exploded into atoms. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The victorious heroes teleported
back to the Command Center. When they arrived they found
the Morphin Warriors had already returned and powered
down. In fact Billy had already returned to his work on
the dimensional portal generator. </p>
<p>“Congratulations,” Jason
greeted. “You guys did a great job.” </p>
<p>“I am very proud. You showed
bravery and skill in that battle. And Warriors, you made
excellent selections. But now I must inform you all that
to remain under the protection of the Power you must
follow three rules. First, use your power only to defend
never to attack. Second, you cannot reveal your
identities. Finally you must not escalate a battle unless
forced to.” </p>
<p>“No problem.” </p>
<p>“What are you working on
Billy.” </p>
<p>“I’m trying to finish the
device to get us home.” </p>
<p>“Do you mind if I help?” </p>
<p>“Certainly, I’ve always
enjoyed working with your counterpart.” </p>
<p>He moved to show her the generator
then he and the other vanished in flashes of light. </p>
<p>“What just happened?”
almost everyone in the Command Center asked
simultaneously. </p>
<p>“I don’t think it was
Billy’s invention that brought them here. And
whatever did bring them here just took them somewhere
else.”
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<p>Tommy Oliver approached the five
Morphin Warriors. Skull was absent from the group because
he had to speak with Detective Stone about something.
They were sitting under a tree talking while Billy and
Trini worked on a slightly familiar looking device. </p>
<p>“Hey guys, what’s going
on?” </p>
<p>“Just talking about old
times,” Jason answered, “remembering back when
we were the only Rangers.” </p>
<p>“Billy and I are working on
the gateway generator Justin and his alternate self
built,” Trini explained. </p>
<p>“It turns out that opening the
portal between the two universes burned out the
circuitry. I thought it might be worthwhile to attempt
repair it.” </p>
<p>“Mind if I join you? It’s
been a long time since them six of us spent any time
together.” </p>
<p>The group gathered in a huddle and
started whispering to each other, leaving Tommy staring
dumbfounded. When they finally broke the huddle all were
grinning. </p>
<p>“We may let you join us
but…” Kim started. </p>
<p>“But we’re going to have
hear your credentials first,” Zack finished. </p>
<p>“Credentials, huh? Well, lets
see. I was the sixth Ranger. I led the team after I
became the White Ranger. I lead the Zeos and I’m a
powerful wizard. Is that good enough?” </p>
<p>“I guess that’s good
enough, right guys?” Trini asked. Nods all around </p>
<p>Tommy sat down by them. “So is
there anything in particular about the old days that
you’re talking about?” </p>
<p>“About the times we had to go
one-on-one with Rita’s monsters. I was just talking
about when I had to take on the Nasty Knight.” </p>
<p>“Yeah, those are the worst. I
remember the time I had to take on Rhino Blaster after he
sent you to that pocket dimension.” </p>
<p>“That was one of the only
times you actually went inside the Dragonzord,
wasn’t it?” Kim pointed out. </p>
<p>“Yeah, just against it and the
Cyclops monster. I didn’t really have a choice
against Rhino Blaster. I tossed the Dragon Dagger in to
you guys so you could bust out. I always fought better
outside it. I think that’s why Zordon gave me Saba.
So I had some help piloting the Tigerzord.” </p>
<p>“Speaking of Rhino Blaster, do
you remember those football Putties Rita sent down with
him.?” </p>
<p>“I remember them. Did any of
the guys you all played tackle as hard as them.” </p>
<p>“No. I’d have quick
playing if they did,” Billy answered. </p>
<p>“Rita almost always seemed to
be able to come up with special types of Putties to send
with her monsters,” Trini observed. </p>
<p>Billy didn’t even bother to
look up from his tinkering. “I was most impressed
with Pumpkin Rapper’s. They fought extremely well
considering they had pumpkins for heads.” His hand
slipped and accidentally hit the activate button. A
whirlpool formed in midair. “Hey, I fixed it. I
wasn’t expecting to get done that fast.” </p>
<p>Billy reached for the cutoff switch
but the whirlpool began to pull them towards it. They
were sucked in before they could do anything to prevent
it Billy was the last one pulled through, as it happened
he dropped the portal generator. It shattered on the
ground and the portal closed behind them. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>“Ugh, why didn’t you
mention traveling between dimensions was so rough,
Billy?” Kim asked. </p>
<p>“I guess I never really
thought about it. I was to busy getting away from Rita
and Zedd, trying to help the Ninjetti Rangers and
worrying about getting home.” </p>
<p>“Speaking of getting home, can
you just open another portal now?” </p>
<p>“I’m afraid not, Tommy. I
dropped the device on the other side?” Billy
answered sheepishly. </p>
<p>“So we’re stuck
here?” Zack asked concerned. </p>
<p>“Not necessarily. Billy’s
double helped build it. We could just go to their Command
Center and have Zordon contact him,” Trini
suggested. “Between the two of them they should be
able to build a new one.” </p>
<p>“Great idea, Trini. Let’s
go, guys,” Jason ordered. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>The group was shocked when they
arrived at the Command Center. They had expected it to be
very different from the one they knew, since Billy had
described it. This one was identical to their old base.
The alarm began to sound and Alpha began to run around
frantically. </p>
<p>“Ay-yi-yi-yi. Intruder alert!
Intruder alert.” </p>
<p>“Calm yourself, Alpha. These
young people all bear the signature of the Power.”
Zordon turned his attention to the Morphin Warriors and
Tommy. “Greetings, Rangers. What planet are you from
and what has brought you to an interdicted world such as
Earth?” </p>
<p>“You don’t know us,
Zordon?” Kim was startled by that revelation. </p>
<p>“No, I do not. Should I?”
</p>
<p>“I guess not. It looks like we
aren’t where we thought we were.” </p>
<p>“You didn’t mean to come
here then. I will gladly give my aid to any Ranger who
needs it but I cannot help you until answer my
questions.” </p>
<p>Jason sighed and stepped forward.
“It’s hard to explain, Zordon. We are from
Earth.” </p>
<p>“That’s impossible. The
Earth has never needed Rangers.” </p>
<p>“We’re from an alternate
universe,” Billy picked up the explanation. “We
were brought here by accident. Unfortunately the device
that brought us here was left behind.” </p>
<p>“That is most unfortunate. We
will do everything in our power to return you to your
proper reality. Your absence must place your Earth in
grave danger.” </p>
<p>“Not really,” Zack
stated. “We’re just reserves.” </p>
<p>“Really? How long has your
Earth been under attack?” </p>
<p>“About five or six
years.” </p>
<p>“It doesn’t surprise me
that Rita Repulsa would be stubborn enough to continue
attacking a single planet for that length of time.” </p>
<p>“We wish it was just
her,” Kim told him. </p>
<p>“Just her? Your Earth is under
attack from more than one would-be conqueror?” </p>
<p>“Six steady ones, if you count
Count Dregon, but Masked Rider deals with him. Plus a few
Earthbound threats and some have come to Earth briefly
and left after one defeat or been destroyed.” </p>
<p>“That is a truly unbelievable
amount of enemies. I would like to hear more about your
universe sometime. How many Rangers does you have on your
team to combat them?” </p>
<p>“We’re up to twenty-eight
full Rangers and a fairly large support staff. There are
also non-Ranger teams that we have an alliance
with,” Trini informed him. </p>
<p>“Twenty-eight Power Rangers
defending one world. Plus others. Truly amazing. If only
every world could boast those numbers. Evil would never
have a chance to gain a foothold in the galaxy. Where are
my manners. You have been here for several minutes and I
have not introduced myself. I am Zordon of Eltare, White
Falcon Morphin Master. This is my assistant,
Alpha-5.” </p>
<p>“We know.” </p>
<p>“It’s proper to introduce
yourself anyway, Jason,” Kim informed him. She,
Trini and Skull had done some studying on protocol after
they had passed the test of the Morphin Masters.. </p>
<p>“All right. Jason Lee Scott,
Red Tyrannosaurus Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Zack Taylor, Black Lion
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Kimberly Hart, Pink Firebird
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Billy Cranston, Blue Wolf
Morphin Warrior and Ninjetti.” Zordon seemed
impressed by that. </p>
<p>“Trini Kwan, Yellow Bear
Morphin Warrior.” </p>
<p>“Tommy Oliver, Red Zeo Ranger,
and when necessary the Green Panther Morphin Warrior
.” </p>
<p>“You’ve retrieved the Zeo
Crystal. Most impressive. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>A few days later Tommy, Jason, Zack
and Kim were gathered in one of the Command Center’s
rec rooms. </p>
<p>“Am I the only one getting a
little stir-crazy?” Zack asked the other three. </p>
<p>“It is boring being cooped up
in here for days. I wonder what this reality is like up
close. News wise it seems a lot like home,” Kim
observed, “for three years ago.” One of the
first things they had realized was that this reality was
about three years behind theirs. </p>
<p>“I’d really like to meet
my double.” </p>
<p>“No way, Zack. It’s not
like he’s a Ranger. We can’t just show up and
say, Hi we’re versions of you from an alternate
universe. They’d freak.” </p>
<p>“You’ve been pretty upset
the past few days, bro. What’s bothering you?” </p>
<p>“I’m worried about
everyone back home. Dark Spectre’s gotten a lot more
powerful since adding Darkonda and the Neji Rangers.
We’ve got that damn vision of the future involving
the Shadows. And the Turbos are probably going to have to
pick up our slack. I know they can take care of
themselves but their just kids. They shouldn’t have
to handle that many opponents at once. And besides Tommy
aren’t you worried about leaving the Zeos at less
than full strength.” </p>
<p>“I was at first, till I talked
to Billy. He said that with me out of that dimension the
Zeo Crystal would rake a few hours to recharge then
Zordon could build a new Zeonizer and Zeonizer Crystal.
By now David’s filling in for me.” </p>
<p>“In all likelihood,”
Billy agreed as he entered. </p>
<p>“Are you done with the
portal?” Jason asked. </p>
<p>“No, Zordon made us take a
break,” Trini informed him. “We overheard part
of the conversation. You don’t have to worry about
the Turbo Rangers, Jason. They’ll have plenty of
help.” </p>
<p>“The Blue Senturion seems
designed to function most efficiently with them. Actually
I’ve always wondered why that was with so many
different teams. Perhaps this happened in the possible
future and they’ll need his help. Maybe it’s
just because Justin did a great deal of the work on
him.” </p>
<p>“Plus Aisha will be there if
they need her. She’s wanted to compare the
TurboZords to the RescueZords, or as Peter calls them the
Village People Zords, since the Ghostbusters pointed out
the similarities between them.” </p>
<p>Kim shuddered. “I’ve seen
news footage of them. Now I’m going to be picturing
them doing YMCA for months. But their right Jason. Skull
isn’t just going to sit out because we’re
missing, so he’ll help.” </p>
<p>“Ninjor will come if they call
him now that we’ve re-established contact with him,
since Zordon’s trial,” Tommy offered. </p>
<p>“And the alliance between the
Turbos, Beetleborgs, VR Troopers and Masked Rider left
the Troopers and Beetleborgs enemies without reliable
means to launch an assault, so they’ll be free to
help,” Trini pointed out. </p>
<p>“I guess you’re
right,” Jason reluctantly admitted. </p>
<p>Tommy looked over at Zack.
“You know I really like your idea about meeting our
doubles.” </p>
<p>“No way, bro. We can’t do
that. We can’t even go out because we could be
recognized.” </p>
<p>“Not a problem, I can whip up
a glamour spell like the one Tyler and I did for him and
Terry.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>A little bit later Billy had
accessed the Command Center’s computers and was
hacking into the local network. </p>
<p>“It looks like we all attend
school here, so we won’t have to teleport far to
reach them.” </p>
<p>“We all go to school in Angel
Grove still?” Kim stated surprised. “What about
the Peace Conference and my training with Coach Schmidt?
And didn’t you graduate early, Billy?” </p>
<p>“I guess I didn’t here.
Although without Ranger duties I don’t see how I
didn’t. I don’t know why you all wouldn’t
have taken those opportunities if they were presented to
you.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>The six glamoured Power Rangers
were searching through Angel Grove for their alternates,
each one looking in a likely place. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Their was a science exposition
going on in the Youth Center so Billy checked there
first. He found his double in a group of geniuses.
Ashley, Justin, Billy’s double and his old friend
Willie were setting up something that looked similar to
Willie’s VR game. Ashley looked to be pointing out
something to theis realities versions of Carlos, Cassie,
T. J. and a girl he recognized as Jenny Hunter. She waved
as they left just before he approached. </p>
<p>“That’s very impressive
looking. What is it?” </p>
<p>“It a virtual reality
machine,” Justin answered. </p>
<p>“We took a game I designed a
few years ago and improved it.” </p>
<p>“If this works properly it
will allow a complete virtual reality experience without
a full bodysuit. You’ll only need a few small
connections at the joints and a headset to do it,”
Ashley informed him. </p>
<p>His double was still tinkering with
it. This world’s Billy had apparently never had his
fashion sense improve. He also didn’t seem much on
people. He hadn’t even looked up as the others
explained the purpose of the invention. Billy spent the
next several minutes trying to get some answers from his
double. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Kim was in the mall when she
spotted herself hanging out with the members of the club
she had quit because they wouldn’t let Aisha in. </p>
<p>“So, like, what do you think
of this dress?” she asked holding up a prom dress. </p>
<p>“It’s great so do you
have a date yet?” </p>
<p>“I’m still waiting for
Tommy to ask me. I’m sure he’ll come around
eventually. I know the times he turned me down when I
asked him was just him playing hard to get or
something.” </p>
<p>“I think his brother’s
real cute.” </p>
<p>“Yeah, he is but David’s
no where near as cute as Tommy.” </p>
<p>‘David goes to school at Angel
Grove High? That’s a surprise,’ Kim thought
from where she was eavesdropping. A cheerleader she
recognized as Karen Jackson was talking now. </p>
<p>“I’m going with Jason
Scott,” she announced. </p>
<p>‘Jason’s taking that
airhead to the prom?’ </p>
<p>“I just wish Skull would stop
bugging me. He’s asked me twice. You’d think
after all these years he’d realize he has no chance
with me.” </p>
<p>“He’s such a waste of
flesh.” </p>
<p>“You got that right,” the
native Kim agreed. It took nearly all of Kimberly’s
self-restraint to keep from approaching her alternate and
hitting her for that remark. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Jason had checked likely places he
would have been hanging out. He had no luck so he was
reduced to asking around. He discovered that his double
was more of a jock than himself and played most of the
school’s sports, but did little martial arts. There
was a special baseball practice today and that’s
where this reality’s Jason Lee Scott was. He headed
there and almost collided with T.J. as he approached. </p>
<p>“Sorry about that. I’m
gonna be late for practice.” </p>
<p>“No problem.” </p>
<p>T.J. ran for the diamond full out.
“Hey, guys.” </p>
<p>Jason couldn’t help but notice
more than a fair share of dirty looks at T.J. He reached
his double. “So, is that guy a problem or
something?” </p>
<p>“Guys not even in high school
and he’s on Varsity. He almost took my starting
spot.” </p>
<p>“He must be pretty good.”
</p>
<p>“He’s okay. But we all
had to spend time on JV. Why should he be any
different?” </p>
<p>Jason walked away upset. There had
been a great deal of bitterness in his double’s
voice. Frankly Jason didn’t want to know anyone who
would begrudge anyone their success. His alternate was
definitely a jerk. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
*<hr>
</p>
<p>Zack had found his alternate self
flirting with Angela with absolutely no success. His
reality’s Angela had warmed to him long before
senior year and he’d like to think if she
hadn’t he would have known when to give up. </p>
<p>“Hey man, who’s the
babe?” </p>
<p>“That’s Angela.” </p>
<p>“Is she seeing anyone?” </p>
<p>“Not really. But she and I
have a little thing going.” </p>
<p>“Really. Is she mad at you or
something?” </p>
<p>“No she just likes to play
hard to get.” </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>With the Youth Center full Trini
decided to check out the gym to find her double. Sure
enough there she was practicing Praying Mantis Kung Fu.
She seemed to be having difficulty getting it down. After
several unsuccessful attempts she headed over to a
punching bag and proceeded to beat on it for several
minutes. Trini’d never been that out of control in
her life. If she’d been hitting a person she could
have killed them. </p>
<p>“Hi.” </p>
<p>Her alternate looked up from her
punching. “Hi. Do you want to use the bag?” </p>
<p>“No thanks. I noticed that was
Praying Mantis Kung-Fu.” </p>
<p>“That was fairly good.
I’m a black belt myself. Would you like some
pointers?” </p>
<p>She shrugged. “Why not?” </p>
<p>After several minutes of
frustration, Trini’s double walked off. </p>
<p>“I’ll never get
this.” </p>
<p>Trini looked as she walked away.
She’d always thought she’d gotten the style
fairly easily. ‘I wonder how much the Power had to
do with that.’ </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
* </p>
<p>Tommy was sitting in the park
watching his double spar against his brother. He done
some checking around and found the Oliver family
didn’t exist in this reality. Instead Tommy had been
adopted by Sam as well as David, and lived near Angel
Grove all his life. </p>
<p>He approached just as Tommy sent
David to the ground. “I’m impressed. Either of
you want to spar.” </p>
<p>“I could use a breather. Why
don’t you take this guy on, Dave. You better watch
yourself. David is the second best martial artist in
town. I’m the only one who beats him.” </p>
<p>“So that makes you the
best?” </p>
<p>“Well, I don’t want to
brag but yes.” </p>
<p>Tommy traded a few falls with David
comparing his style to his brother’s. This David was
a little bit better. After a while he took David down.
“I’m considered the best back home.” </p>
<p>He glanced at his double.
“Want to take me on?” </p>
<p>“You got a fight.” </p>
<p>Tommy was impressed by his doubles
skills, but his attitude left a lot to be desired.
Finally Tommy decided he’d had enough. Five straight
falls this reality’s version of Tommy found himself
staring at the sky. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>On the moon, Scorpina stood over
the space dumpster Rita Repulsa had been imprisoned in.
She released the lock and the villains stepped out of it.
</p>
<p>“After ten thousand years
I’m free. Scorpina, I didn’t expect you to free
me. You were caught before us.” </p>
<p>“Your father released me for a
mission. When I completed it he gave me a leave of
absence. So I decided to track you down. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>The six heroes returned
disappointed with their alternates and wondering how much
their lives had been changed by them becoming Power
Rangers. Billy headed back to the lab to finish the
device and get out of this reality. </p>
<p><hr>
*<hr>
** </p>
<p>Billy held up the new portal
generator and was preparing to activate it when the
Command Center’s alarms sounded. </p>
<p>“Yi-yi-yi, Scorpina released
Rita from her dumpster. Now she and Goldar have taken a
group of Putties down to Angel Grove Park.” </p>
<p>“We’ll take care of them
Zordon, while you recruit a team,” Jason
volunteered. </p>
<p>“You are only Morphin
Warriors. This reality’s Rita is at the peak of her
power due to over ten thousand years of captivity.” </p>
<p>“But we’ve got the
advantage. We’ve battled them for years. We know
them inside and out. They don’t know us
though,” Trini insisted. </p>
<p>“Very well, go and may the
Power protect you.” </p>
<p>“Tommy, you should use your
Morphin Warrior powers so you can conserve your Zeo
energy.” </p>
<p>“Good idea, Billy. Let’s
do it.” </p>
<p>“It’s Morphin Time!”
Jason ordered. </p>
<p>“Dragonzord!” </p>
<p>“Mastodon!” </p>
<p>“Pterodactyl!” </p>
<p>Triceratops!” </p>
<p>“Saber-tooth Tiger!” </p>
<p>“Tyrannosaurus!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Goldar and Scorpina were tearing
through the park laughing as Putties chased humans
around. </p>
<p>“I’ve missed seeing
people running in terror,” Goldar commented. </p>
<p>“Hold it right there!” a
voice behind them ordered. </p>
<p>The villains turned to find a group
of Power Rangers. Since they wore no helmets and had
mismatched uniforms they had to be Morphin Warriors.
Confident they could handle a group of half-powered
heroes they attacked. </p>
<p>They were in for a rude shock.
Goldar advanced on the one in red while Scorpina attacked
the green-clad warrior leaving Putties to handle the
rest. </p>
<p>Goldar was shocked to find his
every attack blocked and returned. “You’re
quite a fighter. I was under the impression this world
had never been attacked.” </p>
<p>“This world hasn’t been,
Goldar. And your not bad yourself. You’re certainly
more of a challenge than normal.” </p>
<p><hr>
** </p>
<p>Scorpina was in a similar situation
with Tommy. It had been a while since Tommy had fought
his reality’s version of her but they had done it
enough times that he could still match her. </p>
<p>She energized her sword and flung
it at him but it bounced off a force field he created.
The sword rebounded and hit Scorpina. </p>
<p>Meanwhile the others were
decimating the Putties with very little effort. They had
dealt with some of the most powerful and dangerous foot
soldiers in the galaxy often unmorphed. Putties
weren’t a challenge. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>On the moon Rita was staring in
slack-jawed shock </p>
<p>“I don’t know how Zordon
got a team together so quickly but lets see how they
handle bigger problems. Magic wand make my monsters
grow!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The two grew to enormous
proportions, Goldar losing his wings and Scorpina
transformed from a woman into a scorpion creature as they
did. </p>
<p>“Oh man, this is a
problem,” Jason stated. </p>
<p>“Don’t worry bro. I got
this one. I’ve been working on something for a
situation just like this. You’ll all be a little off
balance at first but you’ll adjust.” </p>
<p>“What’re you going to do,
Tommy?” Zack asked. </p>
<p>He responded by raising his hand to
the sky. It glowed green then flowed down his body. Then
it leapt from the tips of his fingers and enveloped the
other five. In seconds they were the same size as their
enemies. </p>
<p>“Very impressive.” </p>
<p>Jason, Zack and Trini took on
Scorpina while Tommy, Kim and Billy battled Goldar.
Scorpina swung her tail at Trini who dive over it and
drove one of her daggers into the appendage. Tommy
matched swords with Goldar and the space monkey was
shocked to find a second opponent in one day who was able
to predict his assaults. The battles between them
continued with the Warriors retaining the advantage. </p>
<p>“Guys, we have to finish them
off.,” Jason called out. Tommy and Kim kept the two
pinned down with fireballs and arrows while the others
circled around. When they were all in position Billy
fired his freeze laser to immobilize Goldar and Scorpina.
</p>
<p>“We call on these powers
combined.” As soon as she heard that order Rita
teleported her two henchmen away. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>When the victorious heroes returned
to the Command Center they found Alpha running back and
forth from console to console. </p>
<p>“I am attempting to strengthen
the signal to Aquitar, Zordon.” </p>
<p>“Why are you trying to contact
them?” Trini asked. </p>
<p>“Aquitar is the nearest
council planet. Since you all are here I was not forced
to choose humans to become Power Rangers. I would not
have had a problem selecting them if I had no choice but
it would better if I was able to select a team familiar
with the battle between good and evil.” </p>
<p>“Zordon, we had to call in the
Aquitian Rangers once. There was a constant problem of
rehydration.” </p>
<p>“I realize this, but Earth is
an interdicted world. Choosing Rangers from herewas a
last resort.” </p>
<p>“We know we had a real problem
with that recently. But humans are the best choice
here.” </p>
<p>“I have a great deal of
respect for your race but do not have any candidates
selected. Do you have any suggestions? Perhaps your
native doubles?” </p>
<p>“No way. They wouldn’t
stand a chance,” Kim told him. </p>
<p>“I think we could assemble a
team,” Tommy assured the alternate version of their
mentor. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The Morphin Warriors headed into
the Youth Center. It had cleared out with the attack and
the science expo had been postponed so it was back to
normal. Tommy and Jason had vetoed the Turbo Rangers due
to age and the fact that they didn’t have the same
points of references as their doubles. They had never
seen a Ranger team function and they weren’t
familiar with each other. </p>
<p>Sitting at a table were T. J.,
Cassie, Ashley, Carlos and another girl. </p>
<p>“Does anyone know her?” </p>
<p>“Yeah, that’s Detective
Stone’s niece Jenny Hunter. Skull introduced me to
her. She used to be a real pain but she’s a lot
nicer now.” </p>
<p>“Ley lines?” </p>
<p>“Ley lines,” Billy
affirmed referring to Angel Grove’s nexus of ley
lines which could soften the hardest of hearts with their
magic. </p>
<p>“I know her too. Kat and David
introduced me to her. She’s a dancer.” </p>
<p>“Is she Ranger material?”
</p>
<p>“Yeah.” </p>
<p>“I think so.” </p>
<p>They approached the five younger
teens . </p>
<p>“I’m a little surprised
to see you all together,” Jenny said to all of them
except Billy. </p>
<p>“You’re the fellow who
was checking out our invention earlier,” Ashley
stated recognizing him. </p>
<p>“Yes I am. Have you heard
about what happened in the park today?” </p>
<p>“Sure, it’s all
anybody’s talking about. Personally I think
it’s a publicity stunt for a new movie.” </p>
<p>“I’m afraid it’s a
lot worse than that T.J. We need you to come with
us.” </p>
<p>Puzzled the five teens accompanied
them to a secluded corner of the Youth Center. The
Warriors grabbed them and headed for the Command Center. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“What just happened?”
Cassie asked as they arrived. </p>
<p>“Teleportation,” Ashley
answered excited. “Our molecules were scrambled,
transported, then returned to their proper order.” </p>
<p>“Are you sure everything is
where it belongs?” Carlos asked. “I feel like
my stomach’s back at the Youth Center.” </p>
<p>“Welcome to the Command
Center,” Alpha greeted. I am Alpha 5, it’s
caretaker and assistant to Zordon of Eltar.” </p>
<p>“Who’s that?” </p>
<p>“I am Zordon.” They all
looked up and gasped in shock at the giant floating head.
“Your planet is in grave danger. It has fallen under
attack by the powerful sorceress, Rita Repulsa. You have
been chosen by the six people before you to become Power
Rangers, the most powerful force for good in the
universe. From what I know about them, if they believe
you are capable of defending this world then I have
confidence in you.” </p>
<p>“Not to be insulting but what
have you all done to decide something like that?” </p>
<p>“We’re not the people you
know. We’re from another reality. We’ve been
Power Rangers for years. We’re also the ones who
repelled the first assault. But we can’t stay here
forever. This Earth needs it’s own Rangers.” </p>
<p>“You will be these Rangers and
be endowed with incredible powers. In addition to the
powers you yourselves receive directly, you will also
gain powerful battle machines known as Zords.” </p>
<p>“T.J. as the Red Ranger, you
shall control the Tyrannosaurus.” </p>
<p>“Carlos, you are the Black
Ranger. You will control the Mastodon.” </p>
<p>“Cassie, the Pink Ranger. The
Pterodactyl is yours.” </p>
<p>“Ashley, you will be the Blue
Ranger and take control the Triceratops Dinozord.” </p>
<p>“Jenny, you will become the
Yellow Ranger and pilot the Saber-tooth Tiger.” </p>
<p>Belts with Power Morphers appeared
around their waists. “Raise these belts to the sky
and call the name of your spirit animal and Zord to
trigger the metamorphosis. When you summon all five Zords
and bring them together then they form the powerful
Megazord.” </p>
<p>“This is a little hard to
believe,” Cassie informed him. Ashley didn’t
seem to be having trouble believing it. In fact she was
grilling Alpha on the way the Command Center worked. </p>
<p>“We said somethin similar when
we first got our powers,” Kim told her. “But if
you want proof we’ll give you proof. Let’s show
them guys.” </p>
<p>They morphed and Trini continued
where Kim left off. “We’re Morphin Warriors,
half powered Rangers. With the coins in your Power
Morphers you’ll be able to become full
Rangers.” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>Meanwhile on the moon, Rita Repulsa
was chewing out her two subordinates. </p>
<p>“How could you be beaten so
easily? You’re supposed to be two of the greatest
evil warriors in the galaxy and you get your butts kicked
by two half-powered nobodies!” </p>
<p>“They seemed to know our every
move before we made it, my queen.” </p>
<p>My opponent had powerful magical
abilities of his own,” Scorpina defended herself. </p>
<p>“We’ll just see how good
they really are. Finster! Make me a monster!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>After much explanation the five
skeptical soon to be heroes had been mostly convinced.
That was when the alarm blared. </p>
<p>“Already? Rita doesn’t
usually attack twice this close together,” Zack
observed. </p>
<p>“She has sent a monster with
Goldar, Scorpina, and the Putties.” </p>
<p>“This is King Sphinx. His
staff fires powerful energy blasts and when he beats his
wings he can create powerful wind gusts. Since you are
dealing with three powerful adversaries in your first
battle I will give you your power weapons now.” </p>
<p>The weapons appeared in the Rangers
hands briefly then vanished. “You can summon them
with a thought when you need them and combine them to
form the Power Blaster.” </p>
<p>“What happened to them?”
Carlos asked startled. </p>
<p>“They were placed in their
subspace pockets.” </p>
<p>T.J. looked at the viewing globe.
“I guess we need to do this.” He pulled his
morpher off his belt and held it out uncertainly. The
others copied him. </p>
<p>“Mastodon!” </p>
<p>“Pterodactyl!” </p>
<p>“Triceratops!” </p>
<p>“Saber-tooth Tiger!” </p>
<p>“Tyrannosaurus!” </p>
<p>They teleported to the scene of the
attack followed by the Morphin Warriors. </p>
<p>“I guess it’s all
true,” Jenny noted unnecessarily when they arrived. </p>
<p>The five new Rangers took on King
Sphinx while the Warriors dealt with Goldar, Scorpina and
the Putties once again. </p>
<p>King Sphinx began to beat his wings
forcing them back then leveled them witha n energy blast.
</p>
<p>“Blade Blasters,” T.J.
ordered. </p>
<p>They fired and took King Sphinx
down. </p>
<p>“Pyramid formation!” The
monster was knocked down as soon as he got up. </p>
<p>“Lets call our weapons and
finish him off,” Ashley suggested. </p>
<p>“Good idea.” </p>
<p>“Man, this is turning out
easy,” Cassie laughed. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“Easy?!” Rita shrieked.
“We’ll see how easy she thinks this is. Magic
wand, make my monster grow!” </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>“I guess I spoke to
soon,” Cassie gulped as they stared at the towering
creature. </p>
<p>“We need Dinozord power
now!” </p>
<p>They leapt into the gigantic
machines and assembled the Megazord. </p>
<p>“Does everyone else know what
to do to pilot these things?” Carlos asked. </p>
<p>“Yes, I’m experiencing
the same thing. These powers must contain a sort of
knowledge storage that we can access,” Ashley
offered her theory. </p>
<p>King Sphinx was on them in a second
slashing at them with his talons. </p>
<p>“Fire the cranial laser, that
should knock him back.” </p>
<p>A laser fired from the tip of the
Megazord’s head. King Sphinx fell back and the
Rangers took the chance to summon the Power Sword. They
clashed sword to staff until the Power Sword cut through
King Sphinx’s weapon. He looked at the two halves
helplessly before the charged Power Sword slashed down.
He exploded into atoms. </p>
<p><hr>
<hr>
</p>
<p>The victorious heroes teleported
back to the Command Center. When they arrived they found
the Morphin Warriors had already returned and powered
down. In fact Billy had already returned to his work on
the dimensional portal generator. </p>
<p>“Congratulations,” Jason
greeted. “You guys did a great job.” </p>
<p>“I am very proud. You showed
bravery and skill in that battle. And Warriors, you made
excellent selections. But now I must inform you all that
to remain under the protection of the Power you must
follow three rules. First, use your power only to defend
never to attack. Second, you cannot reveal your
identities. Finally you must not escalate a battle unless
forced to.” </p>
<p>“No problem.” </p>
<p>“What are you working on
Billy.” </p>
<p>“I’m trying to finish the
device to get us home.” </p>
<p>“Do you mind if I help?” </p>
<p>“Certainly, I’ve always
enjoyed working with your counterpart.” </p>
<p>He moved to show her the generator
then he and the other vanished in flashes of light. </p>
<p>“What just happened?”
almost everyone in the Command Center asked
simultaneously. </p>
<p>“I don’t think it was
Billy’s invention that brought them here. And
whatever did bring them here just took them somewhere
else.”
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