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Spyridon's Note- This is an Alternate Universe starting at 'The Day of the Dumpter' where William Cranston wasn't chosen as one of the original five but Rocky DeSantos was chosen instead. There's a reason why and will be explained later on in a story to follow. This takes place right before the Peace Conference. But don't worry, they never leave. Never liked it in the original story line. If you would like to take a glimpse at what will happen, you can read 'What I've Done'. I love reviews. Drop one please!
The Valley of the Shadow of Death
Tommy watched his friends as they entered the Youth Center, heading straight for his table, still not able to believe that he now had friends and a girlfriend. A smile graced his face; the petite gymnast and cheerleader had caught his heart and soul with her affection and passion. The Pink Ranger was a fiercely independent girl who believed in others even when they didn't believe in themselves.
"Hey, Tommy, are you there, bro?" Jason asked as he took a seat next to his buddy.
"Yeah, just thinking."
"Watch out, you may burst you brain." Zack joked.
"Leave him alone. He got excellent grades on his report card." Kim defended her boyfriend. "I got a C in Engineering class I signed up for."
"I can understand why. You have to calculate the materials, angles of the building, the pressure on the foundation." Zack shuddered. "Way too much math for me."
"What about you, Rocky?" Jason asked, handing Trini her shake that Ernie had brought over. "Thanks."
"Your welcome, Jason." The big man made his way back to the Juice Bar, already adding up the cost.
"I got straight A's on the card!" Rocky slapped his hand down on the table, not caring that a couple almost spilled. He had finally gotten A's in all of his classes. "I believe you guys owe me twenty dollars each!"
"Come on, Trini. Please tell you got A's in your classes?" Zack asked her, hope dancing in her eyes.
"I'm sorry, Zack. I didn't. I received a B+ in Mr. Gonzalez's class." Trini said, shaking her head.
"Jase?"
"B in Physics."
"Dang. Might as will as get it over with." Zack handed a gleeful Rocky a twenty dollar bill. "Laugh it up while you can."
"Oh, I will. This will go into my account for college." Rocky stuffed the money into his pants. "Yup, I can it now; University of California Angel Grove with it's white walls and red ceilings. Here I come!"
Tommy rolled his eyes. "Hold your horses, Rocko, we still have to finish our sophomore year and graduate which is in two years."
"So, I'm highly optimistic. I can't help it."
"Yeah you can, kind of like when you decide to stop drinking Jolt Cola when you know what happens when you do." Trini stated, playing with her straw.
"We were lucky that Rita didn't decide to attack during the exams. Imagine what reasons we would have to come up with to explain why we missed them?" An innocent expression came over Zack's face. "'But Mom! It wasn't my fault! Rita decided to attack Downtown Angel Grove and I have to go save the city!'" They all laughed. Their fun was cut short as the communicators designed by Alpha went off.
"Dang, Zack. Do you have to keep jinxing it?" Jason mocked growled as they made their way to the nearest safety zone.
"I'm telling you, she hates me!" Zack said as they were swept up into the teleportation beam.
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Alpha tinkered with the consoles, the programs automatically scanning the new monster that was ravaging the area around Skyler Stadium. He was relieved when the Rangers arrived.
"Ai, yi yi yi, Rangers! Die Fencer is currently rampaging through the streets surrounding Skylar stadium!"
"Hell, no! Foot ball season is going to start soon!" Rocky said. "The first game's coming up on the weekend."
"Rocky, I believe the safety of the citizens of Angel Grove are a higher priority than the status of national sports." Zordon interrupted.
"That's a given." Rocky said, a blush creeping on his cheeks.
Holding his laugh, Jason looked up at his mentor. "What are Die Fencer's weakness?"
"There is a specific spot behind his neck right underneath the helmet he is wearing. There are other minor weak spots located at his knees. You can hit those to inhibit his movement.. Be warned though, Rangers. He has weapons that seem similar to your footballs but they are highly explosive bombs that are capable of injuring you despite your suits."
"We hear you. Rangers, it's Morphin Time!" Jason called out. "Tyrannosaurus Rex!"
"Saber-Tooth Tiger!"
"Pteradayctal!"
"Mastodon!"
"Triceratops!"
"Dragon!"
Multicolored lights surrounded the teens as the Power flooded through their bodies, their Ranger uniforms appearing. Jason dressed in red, Trini in yellow, Zack in black, Rocky in blue, Kim in pink, and Tommy in green.
"It's time to kick some monster butt!" They teleported out.
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