Disclaimer: I do not own Power Rangers. Only my OCs.

Character profile:

Name: Zoey Paige Oliver

Age: 19

Height: 5'4"

Hair: Black

Eyes: Blue/Almost Purple

Chapter 1: The Heart of Fire

Angel Grove. Home to the annual Power Rangers Day. A day dedicated to the multi-colored heroes who saved not only the city, but the planet. A day that's become more than just a celebration of the local heroes. But all Power Rangers in existence. This day has become so popular, that it's turned into a full week of entertainment. From the fair, cosplay, picnics & games; to a weeklong endurance challenge.

It was during this year's endurance challenge that the returning champ, 19-year-old Zoey Oliver, was crossing the finish line on the final event of the competition. Barely out of breath, Zoey was jogging in place to keep her blood flowing, when she felt someone tap her on the shoulder. Turning, she asked, "Hey, Tommy! Did you enjoy the race?" Tommy Oliver, Zoey's older brother smiled. "I did. Congratulations on another win. I'm proud of you." "Thanks, big bro." she replied.

"So, what's on the agenda for the rest of the day? You actually going to hang with the rest of us?" Tommy asked.

"I would, but I'm teaching class after the award ceremonies. I had to get special permission to be late every day this week, so I can compete." Zoey replied to her brother. "I'll come by the Youth Center when class is over."

"No problem." Tommy said. "We'll see you tonight. Free smoothie, on the house." Zoey laughed. "Does Jason know it's on the house? After all, he does own the place." He smiled. "Of course. It was his idea."

Zoey took off right after the ceremony. She waited until she was out of the sight of anyone else and sped the rest of the way to Stone Canyon in a blur. She came to a stop at base of a mountain range. She looked around and walked through the shadows of two boulders. She stopped as she reached what looked like an oasis. The picked up as she stepped onto the lake. I felt walking on solid ground as she went through a portal to a different world.

Once through, she could see beautiful green grass and trees. Ancient temples, complete with training arenas, could be seen in the middle of the land. Walking through the academy, she could see her fellow students training. Each student dressed in black gear with either an orange or pink outline.

"Zoey, there you are," Zoey turned around to face her Sensei. She was an older woman, with grey streaks running through her auburn hair. She was a kind and patient woman, with calm green eyes that seemed to be aware of everything. When she looked into your eyes, it felt like she could see right through you.

"Sensei Rekka? How can I help you?" Zoey bowed respectfully, before following her teacher into the building as she indicated for her to do so. She led her up to his office and shut the door. Zoe had been inside the office many times, usually for a lecture on not pulling pranks on her fellow students.

"I have received word from Sensei Watanabe that the Wind Ninja Academy has been attacked," Zoey's purple eyes widened as she stared at her teacher. "All but three of the students have been captured, and neither of us have heard anything from Sensei Omino. I fear the Thunder Ninja Academy has also fallen." Sensei turned around to Zoey.

"No offence Sensei, but why are you telling me this?" Zoey asked curiously.

"Because were my best student, Zoey, and I know that it is only a matter of time before the Fire Ninja Academy is attacked as well," Zoey stared at her, still not understanding. "I want you to have this," her Sensei held out a wooden box that had been on her desk for as long as Zoey could remember. Slowly, the girl took it from her and opened it to reveal a large device that was black in color, with pink and gold streaks running along it. It held a pink disk with a Fox on top.

"What is this?" she looked up at the teacher, who smiled softly.

"This is your Fire Morpher," he explained. "Sensei Watanabe has passed on the three Wind Morphers to his remaining students. I am not sure of the two from the Thunder Ninja Academy. All you do to activate it, is say Fire Storm, Ranger Form," Zoey stood in stunned silence as the woman explained this to her. She couldn't believe this. A Power Ranger? Like her brother?

"But...why me?" she managed to say after a moment.

"Oh, Zoey. You were 3-time junior black belt by the time you were 12. At 19, you've become a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a third-degree black belt in karate and Aikido. You have mastered every fire form taught at this academy. And though you've graduated, first in your class I might add, you still come back and teach. You always put others before you. You are an honorable young woman with a kind heart. You are the right choice to be the Pink Fire Ninja Ranger." she told her. "And before you say anything, this has nothing to do with your brother, Zoey," she spoke as she pushed the box back to her, "You earned this," and Zoey looked down at it.

"Ok...if you're sure," she agreed, taking the morpher from the box. Before she could place it on her wrist, an explosion outside shook the building, making them fall to the ground. They stood up, and both looked over to the window.

"Hurry. There's not a moment to waste. You must get to safety. I fear that giving you that morpher was not a moment too soon." Sensei said. "Stay hidden. You cannot be captured. It could mean the end of us all." Zoey nodded, watching as she ran out of the room. Slipping the morpher into her pocket, Zoey returned the box to the table and ran out of the room.

"Sensei Rekka, what a pleasure it is to finally meet you," Zoey skidded to a stop and peered out a window with wide eyes, and found her teacher facing a strangely clad man with a long black ponytail. He wore a long black coat, and was accompanied by two strange girls, and two creatures. The other ninjas were all desperately defend themselves.

"Lothar. I knew you would return one day, but I assure you, you will not succeed." Sensei told her attacker firmly, falling into a fighting stance.

"Sensei..." Zoey whispered. Tears burned in her eyes as she ran away from the window.

She had no idea what to do. Sensei had told her not to tell anyone about her morpher, but she figured her brother, a former ranger, was safe. So, she went straight to Angel Grove to the Youth Center to find Tommy.

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She ran in and went right to the training mats. There was her brother, sparing with his best friend and fellow former ranger Jason. "Hey, Zoey." Tommy stopped to speak with her. "I thought you had class?" "I did, but something's happened. My sensei told me not to tell anyone, but I think I'm ok telling the two of you."

"What is it? Are you hurt?" Tommy asked. "No, I'm not hurt. But an evil space ninja named Lothar has captured all of the other students and destroyed the academy." "What?" They both exclaimed. "My sensei gave me this." Zoey held out her arm and showed them her morpher. They look on their faces was one of resignation. Jason asked, "What are you supposed to do now?"

"I think I'm supposed to go to Blue Bay Harbor. Sensei said the Wind Academy has also fallen, but Sensei Watanabe and his son survived. They gave the Wind Morphers to the three surviving Wind Ninja students. I need to join them," she replied.

Tommy thought for a moment. "Well, we need to find someone for you to stay with while you're there. I don't know what you'll do for a job, but I'm sure that won't be hard for you to find."

"Hey," Jason said, "doesn't Kim's cousin Kelly live in Blue Bay? I think she owns an action sports store there."

"That's perfect. I'll go to Blue Bay and seek the Wind Ninja academy. Afterwards, I'll go to Kelly's place and see if she'd be willing to take on a new employee. I only have one problem. What am I going to tell our parents?"

"Don't worry about it," Tommy said, "I'll talk to them. Say that you've decided to continue your online classes but transferred your credits to Blue Bay, because you've been offered a job. Or something like that. I'll figure it. Just make sure you call in with them from time-to-time."

"No problem, big brother. Thanks." Zoey replied. Tommy hugged her from the side. "I'm heading home first thing in the morning. I can drop you off in Blue Bay on my way."

"Thanks, Tommy. I really appreciate it."

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Tommy dropped her off at a place called Storm Charges. Zoey walked in, fascinated. There wasn't anything like this in Angel Grove. "This is awesome," Zoey said in awe.

"Hello, welcome to Storm Chargers," a red-haired woman smiled pleasantly at her, and Zoey gave her a smile. "I haven't seen you around here before, are you new to town?" she asked, and Zoey nodded.

"Yes, I am. Actually, could you tell me where I could find Kelly?" she told her. That would be me," she introduced herself, and Zoey smiled. "Hey, I'm Zoey." Kelly looked at her in surprise. "Zoey? Tommy called me and told me that you would be here. Said you would be looking for a job. Is that right?" "Yes ma'am. I've never sold sporting goods before, but I am an extreme sports enthusiast, and I partake in quite a few competitions. I have worked at the Angel Grove Youth Center since I was 15, though." "Well, if you're anything like your brother and the rest of his friends, I'm sure you'll do great. Let me know when you get settled in, and we'll get you start," Kelly patted my back for walking off to help another customer. Well, Zoey thought, one problem down.

Looking around, Zoey went straight for the motocross section, while trying to figure out how to find the Wind Ninja Academy. "Can I help you find something?" said a voice. Zoey looked around at a young man. He was about 18 with brown hair and yellow checkered shirt.

"Oh, um, I'm just looking for right now, but thank you." Zoey smiled at him.

"No problem. I'm Dustin. You're new here, right?" He replied.

"Yes. Just got to town this morning. Is it that obvious?" She asked.

"Yeah, a little. I know almost everyone who come in here. And if I don't, they're usually tourist, or just moved to town. Listen, If you ever need a tour of Blue Bay, I'd be happy to show you around." I think he's hitting on me. That's so cute.

"Dustin, there's a customer asking about those new gloves that came in. Wanted to know who all have used them, or something. I don't really know. Could you help?" Standing behind her was a guy about Dustin's age. He wore a pair of shorts and a baggy red hoodie and had short black hair. "Excuse me, I need to steal him for something. Sorry." he apologized.

"Um, no problem. I'm just heading out. Thanks for the invite Dustin. I might take you up on that." She smiled at him before walking off.

She was just walking out of the storre when she heard screaming nearby. Zoey reacted instantly and started running toward the sounds. She followed the sounds, and shortly encountered a monster chasing off civilians.

"That's right run from Hogger!" he laughed, and Zoey frowned. She sped up, ninja streaked up and planted a kick in the back of his head. The pig monster stumbled and fell as Zoey landed back on the ground. "Who did that?!" he snorted, leaping up and spinning around. "Who are you?" he sounded surprised.

Zoey sighed, and grabbed the front of her shirt and pulled, revealing her ninja gear, which had a pink line down the front and a patch over the heart with a fire symbol on it.

"A ninja? I thought there was only three left?!" the monster yelled. "Oh, well. Doesn't matter. Three or four, I'm gonna turn you into slop!" he mocked, and ran at Zoey. He threw a punch, and Zoey's head leaned to the side to avoid it.

"I really hate when people underestimate their opponent," she commented, before swinging a kick that was more powerful than her than he expected. The monster cried out and staggered to the side, and Zoey moved fast, flipping the monster over before moving out the way. Hogger stood up and, dizzy, growled at Zoey.

"That's it. No more Mr. Nice HOG!" he roared and blasted dark energy at her. Zoey was able to avoid it, but she felt the power behind it. As she turned back to the monster, he slammed his fist into her chest and she cried out, stumbling. Still on her feet, she looked back at Hogger.

"Very good," she commented, "But not good enough. Well, looks like I get to try this thing out sooner than I thought," Zoey looked to the bulky device on her wrist. "FIRE STORM, RANGER FORM, HA!" the wind picked up around her, and when it died down, she stood in a pink suit, with silver netted sleeves and bottoms under the skirt. The image of a fox was on the helmet above the visor, and the fire symbol on her chest. "Power of Fire!" Zoey called.

"Shiny suit, but it won't do much to help you!" the monster yelled, and Zoey shrugged.

"Well, I'm kind of a new at this, so we'll see," she grinned, and drew her glaive. She then ran at the monster and started to fight him off. Years of training kicked in, and she met him blow for blow.

"Dude, where'd she come from?!" Zoey kicked the monster back and instead of just stumbling, he went flying backwards. She looked over, and saw three other Rangers in Red, Yellow and Blue. "Forget where she came from, who is she? I thought we were the only ones left!" the one in Yellow exclaimed in confusion.

"The symbol on her suite, I think that's the Flame Academy," the one in Blue stated.

"The what?" the Red Ranger asked, and the girl with them just groaned.

"I'm still here you know!" the monster recovered, and Zoey swung her glaive up, catching him as he got close. The monster roared out in pain, and Zoey turned to face him again. She returned her glaive and held out her hand.

"Fire Bow!" Zoey summoned a pink bow and aimed it at the monster.

"What are you going to shoot me with, air?" the monster demanded

Instead of replying, she pulled the bow string back to charge it.

"Fox Fire!" she called, and a starburst of pink arrows shot at the monster, slamming into him. He cried out, before falling backwards, exploding.

"That was awesome!" the three ran over, and Zoey turned to face them. "I've never seen moves like that before, it was amazing," the Yellow Ranger spoke brightly, and Zoey nodded her head.

"Thank you," she shrugged.

"Excuse me, but um, who are you? No offense, but we weren't told of any other Ninja Rangers out there.

"Well, I'm from the Ninja Flame Academy in Stone Canyon. Though, I live in Angel Grove. Lothor attacked my academy," Zoey told them softly. "Everyone was taken. My Sensei told me about that Sensei Watanabe had given the Wind morphers to his three remaining students and asked me to join you. That was about 10 minutes before the whole academy was blown up, and all the students were taken.

The Blue Ranger put her hand on Zoey's shoulder. "We're going to get those other ninjas back. Will you help?

"Of course!" she nodded quickly, and the other girl demorphed, revealing a tall and athletic blonde.

"I'm Tori," she introduced herself, and Zoey demorphed as well.

"You?!" the two other Rangers demorphed, and Zoey's eyes widened as she looked up at the two boys from the sports shop. "You're the Pink Ranger? How?" Shane asked.

"Well, my sensei gave me the morpher, and I used it," Zoey replied with a shrug.

"I'm sorry. He didn't mean to sound so surprised. It's just that, um. I mean, you look… um… well…" he trailed off.

Zoey laughed. "Look. I've been training in martial arts since I was 3. I graduated top of my class six months ago. A little early by normal standards, but sensei had put me in an accelerated program due to my previous martial arts knowledge. She chose me. I accepted. That's all there is to it. You don't choose the power. The power chooses you." she stated.

"We better get back to Ninja Ops and introduce her to Sensei," Shane said as he turned away. Tori linked her arm with Zoey's, happy that there was another girl on the team.

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"Welcome, Zoey Oliver, to the Wind Ninja Academy. Sensei Rekka has told me so much about you," Sensei Watanabe said as Zoey bent down in a bow, unphased by the fact that he was a guinea pig.

"It is an honor to meet you, sensei. I thank you for allowing me onto your hollowed grounds and hope I can bring honor to the Fire Academy under your tutelage," she nodded.

"I've heard of you. You helped upgrade the Fire Academy's computer and security system," Cam commented. He was Sensei Watanabe's son, the tech genius.

"It nearly killed me when I realized they still had a paper filing system, I had to do something," Zoey laughed. Cam leaned back in his seat, looking impressed.

"Dude, isn't this weirding you out? You're standing in front of a talking guinea pig." Dustin stated with a confused look on his face. "I mean, it's still weird to me."

"Doesn't bother me. If I can handle holding a conversation with a talking floating head in an energy tube, a guinea pig is a cake walk," Zoey explained, furthering the confused looks of entire room. "Um, remind me to explain who Zordon of Eltar is. That's a conversation for later.

"Confusion aside, we are grateful for your arrival. We will need all the help we can get to defeat Lothor and save the captured ninjas," he, and Cam smirked from his seat.

"Especially someone who seems to know what they're doing," Zoey couldn't help but grin. Sensei cleared his throat, and Cam spun in his seat so he was facing away, but Zoey could still see his grin. When he noticed her still watching, his grin softened to a welcoming smile.

"Sensei, you wouldn't happen to have a spare bedroom I could use while I'm here, would you?" I asked. "I don't have any family in Blue Bay. And I could really use a place to stay."

"That would not be a problem. Cam can show you to a room you can stay in," sensei replied, "What about school?"

"Oh, I'm 19. I graduated from high school last year and have been taking some time to figure out what I want to do next. I've been taking online college classes since I was 15." Zoey always felt weird trying to explain herself. Her school wanted her to graduate when she was 15, but she refused. She wanted to finish with the rest of her friends. So, she started taking college courses 3 years before she even graduated high school.

"Since you were 15?" asked Cam. "Um, yes. I started college classes on top of my high school curriculum. I already have my bachelor's degree in computer science. I want to eventually get a degree archeology." Zoey was fidgeting with all the looks she was receiving. "Really? What field?" asked Cam. Zoey looked up at him, "I want to study historic, classical, and prehistoric archeology. I also plan on minoring in paleontology, anthropology, and ancient civilizations." She laughed, "I love history and science. And if I can study both at the same time, the better."

Sensei looked over at Zoey, "I applaud you on achieving such a feat at an early age. If you do decide to start taking more classes, I'm sure Cam would be glad to help you. In the meantime, welcome to the team, Zoey."

Zoey smiled, already feeling welcomed by this team.