Disclaimer: I don't own the Power Rangers, but the concept for and names of Shadowtracker, Darkshade, Blackstone, and Sunstrike are mine.
Prolog
Kat watched the Rangers from a distance. Cruger had ordered them to the command center almost fifteen minutes ago, but was called away just as they arrived. The Rangers assured him they wouldn't leave. Now, they were regretting it.
Jack and Z were fighting over who had defeated the most monsters. Syd was still getting after Sky for pouring water on her head. Bridge was standing on his head against a wall trying to think of why Cruger had called him in.
Finally, Cruger came in and the Rangers went to attention. "At ease," he ordered as he moved to the other side of the room. "Rangers, I've just been informed that you all have been given an innovation to the Rikar Training Academy for a special week-long session."
Jack shot a nervous look at Z who in turn passed it on to Syd who gave it to Sky. Bridge couldn't help but notice that Commander Cruger was extremely pleased with this. "What's the catch?" asked Sky.
"The classes are taught by the Elite Four," explained Cruger. "They are invitation only and given to Rangers handpicked by the Four."
The Rangers exchanged surprised expressions. Who knew they would catch the eye of the best of the best? "When do we leave?" asked Jack.
"0800 tomorrow," answered Kat stepping forward.
"What am I going to wear?" shirked Syd.
"Tomorrow?" repeated Jack.
"Is there anything we need to bring?" asked Sky.
"This is going to be so cool," Z exclaimed.
"What about Earth?" asked Bridge bringing the excited team back to reality.
"Shadow Ranger and I can handle it for a week," Sam promised changing from glow to Ranger.
"Okay, then," said Jack taking charge. "Rangers, pack light. That's extra light for you, Syd. Let's move."
Cruger gave them the go ahead. The Rangers plus Sam left the room chitchatting about the mission except Bridge who trailed behind them with a concerned look on his face.
TBC