Chapter Two
One by one Zordon unleashed his words upon the teenagers.
He spoke of ancient empires and forgotten values, and they listened.
He spoke of almighty justice and the greater good, and they listened.
But when he spoke of resistance and action, they spoke.
One by one Zordon convinced five very different teenagers to become his "Power Rangers".
The Command Center: a facility constructed deep beneath Earth's surface many eons ago by a man with hope.
The complex itself is extremely vast, it contains many mysteries within it's walls.
One known fact is that it houses the necessary tools the rangers will need to continue Zordon's unfinished quest.
Kimberly.
She is a 17 year old girl.
A resident of Angel Grove, there she is known to be one of the most popular girls in the high school.
Her boyfriend is Jason, the star athlete.
She lives in the mansion that her parents bought to be the home to their perfect American family.
She has no greater passions in her life, on the contrary she simply wants to be a 17 year old girl.
She has never really had any responsibilities before, she never planned to; in her mind her life was set.
That's why its so shocking to her that she is in a pitch black room with no windows or doors.
On top of that, being lectured by what seems to be an old man in a T.V. screen about making a difference, changing the world.
He even burdens her with the idea of becoming what he calls a "Power Ranger".
Nevertheless she accepts.
Partially because she is terror-stricken.
Partially because of the guilt.
The guilt knowing that she was given all the opportunity, and chose to do nothing with it.
All five "Power Rangers" are teleported from their "cells" to the power chamber.
Power Chamber: a large room in the nucleus of the command center.
The main purpose of the room is to be a central core to the complex's activities.
The room has many other purposes, for now it will be used for the inauguration and official unification of the universe's newest "Power Rangers".
Zordon recites the words that were once rendered upon him so many years ago "In this time it is asked of you to safeguard the values of this empire. And in this time you respond with honor, for you have been chosen among the many to hold the position of a Power Ranger. A Position of Honor. In this action there are certain undeniable responsibilities that shall never be forgotten. The following is The Code of The Ranger:
1. Never use the power against the values.
2. Always respect anything that respects the values.
3. Never disobey command from the divine.
4. Accept the appropriate responsibility for each and every of thine actions or inactions.
5. Never cease to uphold the values.
6. Hold thy true identity exclusively to those persons authorized.
With the code in mind understand that the means to serving is a great burden that will be respected. Formally an oath must be conducted proving that the stated is thoroughly understood and agreed upon."
"I, Zordon of Eltar respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
"I, Trini Kwan of Earth respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
"I, Billy Cranston of Earth respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
"I, Jason Lee Scott of Earth respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
"I, Zack Taylor of Earth respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
"I, Kimberly Hart of Earth respect the will of the ranger. This respect is never forgotten."
Zordon:"Announcing and documenting the formal inauguration of the twenty first legion of the Power Rangers.
At this time I beseech the power upon thee."
And that was that.
Five unique teenagers become five uniform soldiers called "Power Rangers".
The only thing that has changed is their titles.
The Planet Earth meets it's second atomic bomb in this "war".
At this rate Earth may not be around long enough to see any "Power Rangers".
The sense of urgency never ceases its steady increase.
Jason:"So your telling me that this pill will give me superhuman abilities. Just like that? Just with a pill?"
Zordon:"Yes. Embrace your destiny."
Trini:"Just swallow it, we need to get out of here and onto the front lines."
Zack:"How long does this take to kick in?"
Zordon:"Not long."
Billy:"How does it work?"
Zordon:"Your will know soon enough."
And they did.
As the pill is digested it's contents are absorbed into the bloodstream, from there the effects come quickly.
The physical alterations come first.
Everything is enhanced from the nervous system to the muscle's strength.
Within seconds their bodies go through a complete transformation.
From humans to alien warriors.
Their minds feel it too.
Only a moment goes by as the rangers learn a lifetime of knowledge.
War tactics.
Fighting techniques.
Entire planet's histories.
Weapons training.
Even of Zordon's past.
And the list goes on and on.
The pill's most notable effect is the "suit".
A cybernetic membrane is constructed through the fusion of human cells and ancient alien technology.
The rangers watch as they become submerged in a warrior's armor.
This is what Zordon meant when he said "I beseech the power upon thee."
A few seconds go by as the rangers adjust.
Only a few seconds.
They can think much faster than before.
Zordon breaks the silence:"I will clarify your assignment."
Trini cuts him off:"We must end this war if we are to preserve the existence of Earth and its people."
Zordon:"Yes, this is true.
Zack:"Than what are we waiting for? Send us to the battlefield!"
Zordon:"There need not be anymore killings, although, we cannot solve this problem diplomatically."
Kimberly:"Why not?"
Billy:"They're not ready for us, not yet."
Trini:"Then let's give them a reason to listen!"
Zordon:"Show them what it means to be a hero. It is said that leaders lead by example. Prove it! Keep your Com.(Communication) channels open, we work as one."
The rangers teleport halfway across the globe instantly.
They have no idea what horrors lie ahead.
