(Disclaimer: I do not own Power Rangers, it is owned by Hasbro. I only take ownership for my own characters and ideas.)
Interlude:
Neo: My king, who would've known that you have access to the Morphing Grid. You are truly the greatest King in all existence.
Saul: Keep Quiet, it's a secret that only me and Mick know about. Now even Kai knows about it. I don't want to get anyone like Tommy Oliver to find out about it.
Neo: Of course my king. Is this why you requested that only you and I be here?
Saul: Theres that. I also wanted to ask about your book. I have questions.
Neo: What is there to ask? This is simply a calendar, informing of events that lead to your accession as king. In fact, we are about to take another step towards your rule.
Saul: Really now?
Neo: Yes, my King. Let us watch as the storm arrives.
Chapter 26: Thunder and Lightning: Part I
BOOM!
The thunder roared in the sky, lighting flashing in the sky as the rumble of the thunder quieted down. It was raining heavily. It had been like this for the past three days. People preferred to stay inside than to go out. The only people going out we're those who had to work.
The zoo was closed, so the rangers were all trapped in the base's living quarters together. They did their best to do things but sometimes, they would end up fighting. They would fight over tv rights, food, pretty much anything. The only activity they would do all together as a team was train in the simulation room.
The idols, who came to visit everyday after finding out who they were and gaining an access point to the base, were currently in the home they owned in the city, being prohibited to leave due to the heavy thunderstorms. Everyone teased Saul for missing them but he just threatened them and they all shut up.
Boom!
Another roar of thunder was heard in the sky with more lighting flashing in the sky. Currently, everyone was in their own rooms, with the exception of a few who were in the living room.
"You gonna take your turn or what?" Anthony asked, the annoyance in his voice was clear.
"This game takes patience." Luis said as he took a deep breath.
"Dude, it's the game of Life, not actual life!" Anthony groaned as he crossed his arms and slumped in his chair.
"Shut up! Now, blow." Luis lifted his hand over to Marco who blew gently. Luis then rolled the dice and rolled a... rolled a.
BOOM!
Mikey hit the table causing everything on the board to fall as the thunder roared again.
"Mikey! What was that for!" Anthony said.
"Sorry, just checking something out." Mikey said as he turned in his chair.
"Whatever, dude. It's not like I actually wanted to play this." Anthony stood up and went to the couch, turning on the tv.
"What are you looking at anyway?" Marco asked and he and Luis began to put away the game that Alicia had brought when she moved in.
"Jisoo's Instagram page." Mikey said.
"I hope you know that you have no chance." Neo spoke from the kitchen counter where he read a book. His personal book, the calendar that marked the steps to Saul's accession as king, was out away safely only somewhere where Neo could get it.
"You got that right." Sebastian chuckled as he made himself a sandwich.
"What do you mean?" Mikey asked.
"Yea, last time I remember, Jisoo seemed to like Mikey." Alicia entered the kitchen. She brought a dirty plate and cup to the sink and she began to wash them.
"That's how it starts, I will not say it is false. But in the end, Jisoo will have eyes only for my king." Neo said as he flipped a page.
"Dude, what's up with you and the whole, 'Saul is going to be king' nonsense." Marco rolled his eyes.
"He will be king. So says this book." Neo lifted his hand up and a sphere appeared. He reached in and and pulled out a book.
"Who cares." Anthony said from his spot as he began channel surfing.
"Don't worry about it Mikey, I think Jisoo likes you and it looks like you like her too." Alicia said.
"As I said, Queen Jisoo will end up with my king." Neo spoke in an agitated tone.
"Dude, just shut up." Luis said as he sat leaned back in his chair.
"I'm with Neo on this one. I've seen it with my own eyes." Sebastian spoke as he ate his sandwich.
"What have you seen?" Alicia asked.
"Nothing." Sebastian grabbed his plate and ran off.
"I think I'm going to do it." Mikey stood up.
"What are you going to do?" Alicia asked as she walked to a seat.
"I'm gonna ask her out." Mikey said.
"Bad move buddy." Osvaldo appeared and walked into the kitchen.
"What do you mean?" Mikey asked.
"Dude, she's a big K-Pop Star. You think someone like you has a chance?" Osvaldo opened the fridge and looked for something to eat.
"You don't think I have a chance with her?" Mikey seemed defensive.
"That's not what I meant? I meant that even if you did start dating her or whatever, you can't make it public. You ever heard of what happened to Jennie?" Osvaldo closed the fridge.
BOOM!
"What happened to her?" Marco asked.
"She got into a relationship earlier last year with an idol from a some boy group and it became a huge news story. They kept it a secret and it only lasted a month. It's unknown why they broke up." Alicia explained.
"Exactly. Imagine all the pressure they felt when everyone knew. Whatever the reason may be, it won't be easy, especially with their company not allowing them to date." Osvaldo finally settled on a water bottle.
"I don't care. I can handle the pressure." Mikey said confidently.
"Dude, don't go down that road. If anything bad happens, it'll all be on you. Imagine making a false move. You're career as a photographer wouldn't even be able to take off." Osvaldo looked at Mikey with a serious face.
"How did you know I wanted a career as a photographer?" Mikey asked.
"It's obvious with your Instagram page." Osvaldo pulled out his phone and showed Mikey's profile.
"There's also another thing." Anthony chimed in as he settled on a channel.
"What is it?" Luis asked.
"He isn't famous." Anthony smirked as he let himself sink into the couch.
"What does that have to do with anything. That doesn't matter. As long as I... as long as I have love in my heart." Mikey put his hand to his chest.
"Aww!" Mikey turned to see Alicia, now with Cynthia, Jazmine and Sakura as they put their hands together as they felt touched by Mikey's words.
"Ha! Ha ha ha!" The guys all laughed.
"What's so funny?" Mikey asked.
"Mikey, that just sounds so cheesy and ridiculous." Juan explained as he passed by.
"Yea man, if you really want to do something about it then I say we just stick it to their company." Osvaldo suggested.
"It's a way to gain love." Eduardo said in a depressed tone and the guys turned to see him with his head on the table.
"Guys, I'm going to do things my own way." Mikey said.
"Did you break up with your other girlfriend already?" Anthony asked as he watched the tv without moving.
"Yea, whatever happened to that?" Luis asked.
"Well, I did it. In the worst way possible." Mikey said.
"Text." The girls said simultaneously.
"Of course your would know." Mikey said.
"It's alright. We've heard about how mean she could be. I think it's for the best." Alicia voiced her opinion.
"Anthony, why are you telling everyone about what happens in my life." Mikey turned to the couch.
"I don't know what you're talking about." Anthony said without taking his eyes off the tv.
BOOM!
As the thunder roared once again, a flash of lightning filled the room. The lights began flashing before they went out. The electricity all over the living area was off.
"No!" Anthony yelled through the darkness.
"Dude, that's a hell of a thunderstorm." Darell looked out the window, watching the hard rain hit the windows.
"I wonder if the rest of the base lost power also." Luis said as he thought about it.
"It doesn't. The living quarters are the only place in the base that doesn't have a back up generator." Mikey explained.
"So we are just going to sit here in the darkness until the light comes back. I don't feel like training." Jazmine said.
"Let's go train." Juan said.
"Ugh!" The entire room echoed.
"Hey, where's Saul anyway?" Sebastian asked Neo, who continued reading no matter how dark it was.
"My king. He is facing the storm. He is preparing for the bigger storm." Neo said as he closed the book.
"I don't understand you." Sebastian said.
"I'm going to check up on him." Neo said as he walked away and disappeared.
"Ow!" Anthony said as he tripped.
"Don't touch me there!" Cynthia yelled and a huge slap was heard.
"Quickly, everyone run!" Marco yelled out as the guys dispersed and forced their way into the main command center.
-0-0-0-0-
The rainfall continued. Mr. X watched the rain from his office. It felt like every rainy day there was, he just had to look out his window. He sighed when he turned in his chair to see Zaku and Byxis in their human forms.
"Is he here?" Axis looked up at the generals.
"Yes sir. Why do we even need him? If your plan is to use this stupid music industry as a way to destroy the world, than just use already famous artists, not wannabes." Zaku spoke with a deadpanned look.
"Don't you ever show emotion, Zaku." Axis smiled as he spoke to his top general.
"He shows a lot of anger." Byxis teased as he chuckled.
"You want to go there goblin." Zaku said as he turned to him.
"Bring him in." Axis said.
"Yes sir." Zaku said as he went to open the door. In, stepped a young man with brown hair, purple yellow highlights present. He wore a black shirt with a think brown sweater. He wore black jeans and yellow sneakers.
"You wanted to see me, Mr. X?" The boy asked as he sat down in the chair that Byxis offered him.
"Yes, Han. You've come a long way from where you started in Japan. If I recall, you said you would do anything to become a star." Mr. X stood up.
"Yes, I will do anything." The boy, Han, said as he sat up. Axis smiled and gestures for Byxis to give him something.
"I usually use criminals for these types of things but I'm currently busy trying to figure out how to make my grunts stronger." Axis sat on the edge of his desk.
"What is it?" Han asked.
"It's a way to get you what you want. The only thing that stands in your way are the Power Rangers." Axis said as he turned his computer around.
"The Power Rangers? But.. but..." Han began to hesitate. Axis then grabbed the switch.
"Don't hesitate." Axis pushed the switch and pushed it into the boys body. The boy fell to the floor and he began gasping for air.
"Bring him in." Axis commanded Byxis. Byxis opened a different door. A hidden door. He pulled out a man in chains. He looked dirty and had ripped clothes.
"Master... Axis..." the man said with a cracked voice.
"Kill him." Axis said as he stepped back. The boy stood up and began transforming. His body began by transforming into scales. He became yellow and green with a mix of symbols. His head transformed into a different shape, looking like a dark cloud with a lightning bolt coming off the side. His arms gained claws designed to look like lightning bolts. The belt around his waist also had various lighting symbols. Then, his body was covered with a dark cloud as another dark cloud appeared over his head.
The monster then looked up at the man who looked up with fear in his eyes. He looked up and was about to scream until he was shocked by lighting quickly. The man burned to a crisp and there was nothing left of him. The monster began breathing heavily.
"What is that thing?" Zaku asked.
"It's Linder, my newest creation. While I started off on research with animals, I've also gained an interest in weather. I worked on this for years now but I've yet to test it. I thought, since today's thunderstorm seems to not be going away or calming down soon, I should test it. I've also upgraded the switches to work even with people unwillingly." Axis smiled deviously as he sat back in his chair. The monster stood on standby.
"Wow, you didn't even give him a chance to consider your offer." The three humans turned to see something entered from the windows. From the shadows.
"It's you." Axis said simply.
"I'm back, and I'm getting my revenge." Raiyu appeared into the light.
"Who are you?" Zaku transformed into his monster form and pulled out his sword.
"Relax, we are on the same side. Unlike that stupid wolf." Raiyu walked over to Axis.
"I see your form hasn't fully recovered." Axis looked the monster up and down.
"That's what I'm here for. I was hoping to get a little help from a star." Raiyu whispered over but the other occupants heard.
"That will not be possible. Only I can control the star and only I can grant your wish. The only problem is, I don't want to." Axis stood up and walked to the window with his arms behind his back.
"I knew you'd say that, so how about a deal. I'll defeat the rangers and then you grant me my true form." Raiyu negotiated as he walked up the the tall man.
"Ha! How are you going to do that?" Zaku let his sword fall to his side.
"By using them." Raiyu turned to the side. Everyone looked to the window. Lightning flashed and two figures appeared.
"Rangers?!" Zaku once again held up his sword, in a defensive position.
"Yes. They are my rangers. They serve me and only me. I've already given them their orders but I decided that I could also use them to impress you and convince you, Axis." Raiyu looked over at Axis who seemed impressed.
"Very interesting. Very well. If they have their orders, then they should follow them. I'll give this one chance, if you manage to defeat the rangers, then I shall grant you your true form." Axis spoke as he looked directly at the monster.
"You'll see, I'll have those rangers defeated easily." Raiyu spoke ecstatically.
"I'll even give you some help in order to achieve the goal that has been set. Take Linder with you and make sure he causes plenty of destruction." Axis sat back down in his chair, crossing one leg over the other as he brought his hands together.
"Bonus! I'll take it. Let's go you freak." Raiyu commanded the monster who obeyed.
"Are we really ready for this." Navy whispered to Crimson with a deep voice that seemed to conceal his real voice.
"If we want to save Yuriko, then yes." Crimson answered.
"Let's go!" Raiyu commanded. Another flash of lightning occurred and the four were gone.
"Are you sure we can trust him, master?" Byxis asked.
"Of course." Axis smirked as he sat back. Then, a knock was heard at the door. Zaku reverted back into his human form and opened it. A woman popped her head in.
"Um... Mr. X, sir. Some of us down in the studio are worried that the power won't be able to hold out and we won't be able to work today. What should we do if the power does go out?" The woman asked, speaking nervously.
"You know what, tell all the employees to go home, to be with their families. That includes you. Just make sure to do your work from home. I'm afraid this storm won't be letting up soon and to keep you here seems like torture." Mr. X turned to see the rain hitting the window.
"Are you sure, sir." The woman was surprised.
"I'm sure. And do it fast, the storm is getting stronger." Mr. X gave the woman a warm smile as he walked up to her.
"Ok sir, thank you." The woman said as she practically ran down the hall.
"You don't want your employees here?" Zaku asked.
"With them gone, it'll be easier to check on Raiyu's progress. Besides, I was telling the truth about the storm. The last time a storm like this appeared was before I was defeated by Kai!" Axis slammed his fist into the wall out of anger.
"I see." Zaku said.
"Now, shall we observe Raiyu?" Axis adjusted his tie as he sat and turned on his computer.
-0-0-0-0-
In the spirit world, the masters felt uneasy. They could hear the thunder from the outside world and it only made them uncomfortable. Most of them moved around in their seats.
"This is bad." Trench brought noise back to the silent room.
"I know. The last time the Earth experienced a storm this bad was before we defeated Axis." Niji said as she sat back and closed her eyes.
"The storms are just an indicator for what's to come. They have been revived." Kai said.
"You mean us?" The masters looked up to see two men walk in. They wore similar robes to everyone else. The first man had crimson inside of his along with a symbol on the middle, looking to be a falcons head. The second man had navy inside his along with a symbol in the middle, looking to be a jaguars head.
"Yea, you gonna blame us for this storm?" The second man said.
"Talon. Jax. It's nice of you to join us." Kai said.
"I bet it is." The first man, Talon, said.
"Haven't seen the light of day since we were defeated." The second man, Jax, commented as he looked around.
"So this storm is your doing I suppose. For being sealed for years and years." Trunks asked.
"No, we didn't create it." Jax said.
"But we do know the cause. It's the new Thunder Strike Rangers. Their power is being used by a villain who wants to become the Ultimate Ninja or whatever. He's using our guys as a way to get to his goal, now that the Wind Ninja Academy is out of the way." Talon explained in detail.
"I see. So the storm is the reaction of the spirits. If the spirits continue to be used for evil, they will reject their hosts and then..." Kai stopped and closed his eyes as he imagined something horrible.
"Then what?" Speed asked.
"Then the Earth will face its biggest and toughest storm yet, without anyway to stop it." Talon finished.
"Yea. It'll be like those movies." Jax said.
"So, we're all doomed." Horn said mildly.
"The animals chosen by Thunder and Lightning will not be pleased and they will destroy the world as a means to eradicate all evil." Kai mumbled.
"We can't let this happen. You need to warn your ranger team." Jax said.
"Well, why are the ones you chose doing this?" Wolf asked as he closed his eyes.
"They are trying to save a girl named Yuriko." Talon answered.
"Yuriko, you say?" Echo began to think.
"Yes. I know what we did when we fought Axis is unacceptable and we are trying to prevent another event like it from happening. Kai, please." Talon begged as he looked at the leader. Kai was silent.
"Don't worry, they don't need me to tell them when to stop evil." Kai said simply.
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As the storm grew stronger, people began looking for shelter. Many people ran for cover while others drove their cars fast but carefully. There was only one person waving casually through this. It was Saul.
Many people looked at him weirdly. The thunder continued roaring and yet he was still walking, not minding the rain that was starting to create mini floods. He looked like a crazy person.
Saul walked until he got to a neighborhood. It was a specific neighborhood with big houses. It was a neighborhood strictly for celebrities and their families. The houses were big. Saul walked on until he got to the gate on the side of the entrance.
He looked around and then jumped over it. He walked for a few more minutes until he got to a street that indicated he was getting closer his destination. He arrived quickly at a home that reminded him of South Korea. He looked at the white colored house that had its lights turned on to indicate someone was home.
He ran to the house and jumped over the gate that separated the backyard from the front yard. Saul continued on and found a window where he could see in. He smiled before peeking in. He saw exactly what he came to see. The four idols were sitting around in their living room, playing with their pets and watching tv. As the thunder rumbled, he chuckled at seeing the fear they felt. They would huddle together then laugh together.
Saul smiled until another roar of thunder occurred. He watched as they did the same thing except this time, he felt something weird.
"You starting to remember?" Saul heard a voice in his head. It was the voice of his evil doppelgänger.
Saul held onto his head as he took steps back. His head began hurting like hell. He stepped away from the window. He hit the fence behind him and he slid down onto the wet grass. He put his hands on his ears as he began hearing voices.
"You guys can't give up this opportunity. It comes once in a lifetime."
"I'll be your number one fan!"
"Four girls like me! This isn't a problem that a teenager should be facing."
"Be gentle."
"I have to go."
"Just remember, I'll support you no matter what."
Saul began to scream as his head hurt more and more. He began hitting his head against the fence.
"Remember! Remember all of it! It is finally my chance!" The evil doppelgänger yelled.
"I love you. Don't leave me."
"I'm just one ugly piece of shit."
"I can't hold you back, this is your dream."
"I'll wait for you."
"No! I won't lose to you!" Saul screamed as he got up and began to run. As he ran, he didn't see where he was going. He tripped on a sprinkler head and he tumbled forward. Luckily, he stopped before hitting the pool.
He began rolling around as tears came out of his eyes. He didn't know what was happening. He could see darkness behind his eyelids. He could see his evil counterpart walking up to him, holding out a hand.
"It's time." The evil Saul said as he got closer. Saul struggled until he lost consciousness. He lay there, under the rain as thunder echoed throughout the city.
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~2 years ago~
The sky was cloudy. There was a storm coming. Saul drove back to the house on his motorcycle. It had been a few days since he saved Yuki from Caste. Sakura has decided to take a vacation and took her brother to the states for a while. Saki was living alone but Saul wasn't too far.
Saul arrived at the gate. He got off, opened the gate, and pulled in his motorcycle. He left his helmet in its place and he went to close the gate. He entered the house and saw that no one was present in the living room. They were probably in their own rooms or hanging in one specific bedroom. They always did that, especially when they went live in Instagram to chat with friends.
Sauls sighed as he walked into the kitchen and grabbed himself an apple. He took a big bite out of it before going to his own room. He shut the door behind him and walked to his desk. He placed his backpack down and he pulled four files out.
"Let's see what we got here." Saul said as he took another bite of the apple and threw his backpack to the side. He opened the first file.
The first file had a picture of Jisoo. Saul scanned the file and did the same with the other three. The other three files belonging to Rosé, Lisa, and Jennie. He then went back to Jisoo's.
"An actress also?" Saul said to himself. He began reading information left in the file about Jisoo.
He then heard his phone begin to vibrate. He picked up the phone and looked at the caller ID. He smiled as he answered it.
"Hey, Yume." Saul said casually.
"Hi." Yume answered.
"How've you're been?" Saul asked as he flipped a page over in the file.
"I've been well. How about you?" Yume asked.
"Could be better. I'm really starting to get the hang of this whole manager thing." Saul pulled out something else from under each file. The title of this piece of paper read "Possible/Confirmed Endorsement deals".
"Really now? No struggles?" Yume asked.
"Nope. Well... one thing. Apparently I'm supposed to help the girls grow by getting them some endorsement deals or whatever it's called. You wouldn't happen to know anything about how to get those, do you?" Saul smirked as he opened his laptop. It turned on immediately and he entered his password. As his computer unlocked, he came to a photo of a model.
"I can't help you there?" Yume smiled.
"Really. I thought models got endorsements all the time." Saul smirked as he exited the page and opened a fresh one.
"How... are you being a creep." Yume almost laughed.
"No. Now, if you want to talk about creeps, let's talk about people taking photos of you without you noticing." Saul held back his laughter.
"Touché." Yume laughed.
"Anyways, I better read over everything my boss left for me. Maybe I'll figure it out." Saul sighed.
"Well, if you ever need help, I'm always available." Yume said to him.
"Thanks. I'll keep that in mind. See ya." Saul said.
"Bye." Yume said back.
Saul hung up and put the phone down to his side. He then heard the rumble of thunder. He looked up and looked out his window. The dark storm clouds were getting closer.
"Better put my bike away." Saul got up and put on his hoodie.
He walked outside and moved the bike over the the garage that the house had. He parked the bike to the side, leaving space for a car. If only he had brought the car he got in Japan with him. As he finished, he felt the presence of two people. He hadn't felt a presence like this before so it wasn't one of the girls. Saul turned around, grabbing a wrench and holding it up.
"Told you we shouldn't sneak up on him." Before Saul were two men. They both wore dark leather outfits with various symbols in different colors. The first man had a crimson colored symbol on the left side of his chest and the second man had a navy colored symbol on the left side of his chest.
"If I'm correct." Saul put the wrench down as he studied the two.
"So, you've been studying your ranger history." The second man said.
"Yea. You two are the Thunder Rangers, Hunter and Blake. You guys are a part of the Ninja Storm team. I assume you are looking for Yuki." Saul said as he made sure his bike was covered up.
"That's not it. We're here, looking for Kai." The first man, Hunter, clarified.
"Looking for Kai. How do you guys know who I am? How did you know where I was? How do you know Kai?" Saul eyed the wrench.
"We've met Kai before. He's been telling all us past rangers about the new team he is bringing together. He told us his history and then he told us you were the leader of this new team that was being built." Hunter said.
"Then he told us where you were and he said that in the case that any of us need any help, we can contact you. He said you are meant to save the world or something." The second man, Blake, added.
"So he just gave away my information like that? I have to have a talk with him. Anyways, Kai isn't around. Haven't seen him in a while" Saul said as he walked out of the garage and he closed it.
"Well then, can we rely on you?" Hunter asked.
"What do you guys want?" Saul asked straight up.
"Have you ever heard of the mystery of Thunder Mountain?" Blake asked.
"Never heard of it. I've never heard of Thunder Mountain either." Saul crossed his arms as he talked.
"Well, Thunder Mountain is one of the tallest points on the Earth It's currently located a few miles away from Beast City in the Beast Mountain Range." Hunter began explaining.
"It is said that the mountain appeared mysteriously after the worst thunderstorm ever recorded. It is also said that two giant beasts lie dormant in the mountain, only awakening when they feel threats to the environment around them." Blake continued.
"So what do you want with me?" Saul asked.
"Well, we have students at the Thunder Ninja Academy who went to the mountain and disappeared. We're worried about them. We've met people who claim to have seen the beasts that look mechanical. Almost like giant robots." Blake walked up to Saul and looked at his wrist.
"Judging by all the information we've gotten from Kai, we are assuming that this has to do with the new team that's coming together." Hunter said as he also walked up.
"Robots you say?" Saul looked to the side and he caught someone peeking through the window.
"Will you help us look into it? These students could be in real danger." Blake held out his hand.
"Beast City, huh? Never thought I'd ever go there again. I'll help." Saul shook Blake's hand.
"Great. Guess we'll see you tomorrow. Unless you've got ninja abilities." Hunter gloated a bit as he smirked. Blake also smirked.
"Real funny." Saul said as the two chuckled before waving goodbye with two fingers and, in a flash, they left quickly using their own ninja abilities.
Saul sighed as he turned to the window again. He caught view of who it was. Jisoo seemed to be talking to someone behind her. Saul stared at her and when she faced him, she turned red before backing away.
Saul chuckled and began walking back to the door until he felt a drop of water on his face. He wiped his cheek and looked up. The storm clouds were now over head. The rumble of thunder was heard as the flash of lighting appeared. The rain then released and Saul ran to the door. He opened it and ran inside, closing the door behind him.
As he entered, three dogs barked at him as they ran up to him. Saul shook his head to get the water out of his hair and the dogs jumped up on his legs before running off. Saul took off his shoes and left them by the entrance. He walked into the living room where the girls were staring at him.
"Girls" Saul said simply as he took off his hoodie. He put it on a chair near the counter and he walked to a seat.
"Who were you-" Jisoo began but felt Jennie's elbow nudge her side. Saul smiled and chuckled.
"Just a few friends. I'm going to the U.S. for," Saul looked at the ceiling, "I want to say two days. They need my help with something. I'm still new to this manager thing so I don't really know what to say to you guys. I'm going to talk with Mr. X about it."
"Ok." Three of the girls said in unison as they found nothing else to say. They then turned to Jisoo who remained silent.
"What's wrong?" Rosé asked the older girl.
"Can I come with you?" Jisoo asked.
"What?" Saul looked at her with a confused expression.
"I want to come with you." Jisoo stood up.
"Why?" Saul asked.
"I... I.. want to perfect my English and maybe a trip to America can help me." Jisoo seemed to make up the excuse.
"I think you speak wonderful English. I like the way you speak it. I'd call you the queen of English." Saul stood up and laughed.
"Jichu, why do you really want to go?" Jennie asked.
"I'm serious." Jisoo gave a grave expression.
"Ok. You can come. It gives me an excuse to talk to you about your acting career and about your past acting experiences." Saul said as he looked through his personal food stash and he pulled out a chocolate bar.
"Really, you'll let me go?" Jisoo asked, her face brightening up.
"I have to talk to Mr. X about it first but I don't have a problem with it." Saul said as he grabbed his hoodie and he began walking towards the stairs that led to the rooms upstairs.
"So what are we supposed to do?" Lisa walked up to Jisoo, asking the older girl.
"I don't know." Jisoo smiled.
The girls all headed to their rooms as Saul returned. He entered his room and jumped on his bed. The loud sound of the rain was the only thing that broke the silence of the house. As Saul relaxed, a roar of thunder was heard right above the house. The girls screamed as they ran into his room and jumped onto Saul's bed.
"Seriously." Saul laughed. 'Just how I remember you guys being' Saul thought to himself as he began turning red as he felt the girls grip onto him as the lightning and thunder began their song.
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The alarms on the base began blaring. Everyone ran into the command center. Mick rushed over to the computer quickly and began typing on the keyboard.
"What's wrong, Mick?" Juan asked.
"Somethings going on downtown. I'm pretty sure it has to do with the storm." Mick began explaining.
"The storm keeps getting stronger." Mikey said as all the camera feed coming through was just flooded streets and rain pouring.
"I'm surprised however. The storm seems to have taken a turn." Mick said as he looked.
"What kind of turn?" Marco asked.
"Guys, is that lightning only hitting one specific spot?" Eduardo looked at the monitor and pointed it out to everyone else.
"It's only striking in that one position." Mikey observed.
"Can we get any camera feed from that area?" Juan asked Mick who began to type quickly.
"Found one." Mick said as he pulled up a screen.
"What the hell is that thing?" Osvaldo asked as he looked at the screen. On the feed was some sort of monster who seemed to be calling the lightning down.
"I don't know." Mick said.
"We should head out there." Mikey said.
"Time for a chance." Mick stood up and ran over to the Bingo Striker. He pushed the button on the side immediately and the machine began working. Six batteries were shot out this time around.
Jazmine and Cynthia caught their batteries first. Darell caught his next. Eduardo was pushed back a bit but he held onto his battery. Mikey held out his hand. Marco was the last one chosen.
"Time to head out." Mikey said as the chosen ones ran off.
In the city's plaza, Axis' monster, Linder, was calling the lightning from the sky. The bolts would directly hit him just as he wanted. He took all the energy into his body without flinching. The monster roared into the sky before being shot back.
"There he is!" Blue said as the rangers arrived.
The monster only looked at them. This monster seemed incapable of speech.
"What's up? Not gonna talk? Not gonna tell us about how you plan on destroying us?" White dashed forward while the monster looked at the ground. As White closed in, Linder looked up and pulled his fist back before thrusting it forward into White's chest, sending him flying back into the others.
"Eddie?" Pink and Green helped him up.
"Did he just use some sort of power punch?" Gold asked.
"It looks like he's using the lightning that he's collecting as a power source to power up his attacks." Raptor scratched his chin as he thought.
"Let's just all attack. He may have power but he's all alone." Blue pulled out his saber. The others followed and they all ran forward.
The rangers began with pair attacks. Blue and Green slashed the monster in the middle. Pink and Gold slashed from the bottom up. White and Raptor slashed from the top down. The monster barely flinched and stood still.
The rangers continued their barrage of attacks but the monster just seemed to stay in place, not moving one bit. The rangers began feeling exhausted. Linder only stood there, until another flash of lightning appeared in the sky.
The monster moved quickly. He slammed into White and Raptor sending them sliding in some mud on the small grass area present in the plaza. The monster then unleashed a barrage of punches against Gold and Pink. Blue and Green was the monster moving before hand and quickly tried to block him but they failed as they were hit with lightning.
Linder stopped but quickly moved again. He took three turns, each of them used to cause more and more pain to the rangers. As Linder began his next turn, Blue suddenly shot out one of his Shark Sabers and it hit the monster by luck. Blue stood up as Green dashed forward, pulling off the Tusk Sabers from his armor.
Green jumped in the rain, causing the puddles he stepped in to launch water upwards. Green spun around and slashed at the monster. He continued into he finally managed to stab the monster.
Linder began struggling as blood escaped his body, the sabers were now stuck inside of him. Green then summoned his Mace and he swung it around, hitting the monster four times. Green then pulled it back and brought back over his head, hitting the monster square on the head. As Green finished, he pulled out the sabers and jumped back.
Pink and Gold then began their attack next. Pink held her bow up, pulling back the string and holding the energy arrow that appeared in place. Gold flew in, cutting through the rain, and using her daggers to slash at the monster. Pink then released her arrow and the stripe pierced the falling rain before making contact with the monster.
White and Raptor ran in together. Raptor, using a hit more speed, got to the monster first. He slashed at the monster before stabbing him in the back and leaving the Raptor Sai in place, causing the monster to bleed. White finished the team attack by pulling his Rhino Scythe back and swinging it forward. It slashed the monster right in the middle. White then pulled his weapon up into the air and brought it down on the monster.
Linder roared in pain as he slid in the rain, almost tripping before being caught. The rangers regrouped and watched as Linder was thrown forward, onto his feet. Then, the flash of lightning and the sound of thunder caused the rangers to fall.
"What the hell was that?" Blue asked.
"I... I didn't see anything." White said as he held his side.
"It seems I am as quick as lightning in this form." The Rangers all looked at a new monster. It was Raiyu.
"Who are you?" Raptor asked.
"I am Raiyu, the one destined to hold the power of the most powerful ninja ever." Raiyu stood tall.
"Most powerful ninja?" White spoke to himself.
"You rangers are pissing off the boss. If I want to revert to my previous form, I need to destroy you." Raiyu explained.
"Never gonna happen, Nyan Cat." Gold said as the rangers stood up.
"Linder!" Raiyu snapped his fingers and the monster obeyed. Linder held up his claws and slashed at the rangers. Blue, who dodged the attack, spun around and held his blaster against the monsters gut. He then pulled the trigger and created a hole in the monsters gut.
Linder stumbled back as he held his side. Linder fell to his knees. The monster looked at the rangers who came together.
"Let's finish him!" Blue called out.
"Now." Raiyu said.
As the rangers held their weapons with their batteries inside, the monster crawled backwards. Just as they were about to pull the trigger, lightning flashed and the rangers all felt the pain of a blade striking their chests. They all fell back as lightning struck the ground a few feet in front of Linder. Linder fell to his back as two figures emerged in front of him.
"Again with the lightning." Green held his chest.
"Um, guys? Did we ever have two more rangers join us recently?" Pink asked.
"What are you talking about?" Raptor looked up and saw what Pink saw. The rest of them did as well.
"No way." Blue said as he witnessed what stood in front of him.
"Hello Rangers." The first figure, the Crimson Ranger, began.
"Time for you to go down." The second figure, the Navy Ranger, finished.
Both figures moved their hands to the top of the staffs they had on their backs. The rangers all watched before another flash of lightning occurred. In the blink of an eye, the rangers all felt the power of a mysterious energy hit them. Behind them, lightning struck the ground, creating a mysterious explosion.
The rangers all flew in the air and fell to the ground. They struggled but they stood up, only to feel the same power again. The new rangers were now standing behind the rangers, letting go of their staffs.
"That speed. I recognize this ability." White said as he stood up before the others.
The new rangers grabbed their staffs again and dashed forward. As lightning stuck, they came in closer only to feel the attack of another weapon. White stood up with his scythe in hand.
"Tell me something. Where did you two learn that ability?" White gripped his scythe tightly.
"Don't worry about that, Ranger." Crimson held two fingers up in the air and lightning came down, striking his fingers. He then pulled out his staff and he dashed forward at the speed of light, and he struck White back.
"I knew it!" White said.
"Doesn't matter what you know!" Navy did the same thing, except, he pulled out his Strike Saber. He ran forward as lighting began to charge up on the blade. He spun his sword around and slashed at White down the middle sending him flying.
"I don't think so!" White spun in the air before catching himself. He then boost himself forward using an invisible object. He began to run on the air. The two rangers watched in shock as this ranger ran through the air.
"How?" Crimson asked.
"I may have the spirit of a rhino but I'm as light as a feather." White claimed.
"That didn't sound right." Green claimed.
"It doesn't matter." Navy jumped up with his saber and slashed at White. This time, the ranger was sent falling and he crashed into Raptor.
"What's up with these guys?" Blue stood up.
"More importantly, who are those guys?" Pink asked.
"The thunder that rumbles in the sky is more than sound." Crimson stepped forward, "The accuracy of a falcon!" The thunder roared and lightning struck the ground behind him, creating an explosion. Crimson then lifted up his arm and allowed lightning to strike him, before finally crossing his arms. "Crimson Thunder Strike Ranger!"
"Lightning is more than just flashing lights," Navy stepped forward, "The Slyness of a Jaguar!" Lightning began striking immediately behind him as the thunder roared. Navy then lifted up his arm and allowed lightning to strike him, before finally crossing his arms. "Navy Thunder Strike Ranger!"
"Power of Thunder! Power of Lightning! United We Strike!" The two rangers crossed each other's paths before standing shoulder to shoulder at an angle and crossing their arms. "Thunder Strike Rangers!"
"Thunder Strike? Are they some new team?" Gold asked.
"No. They just have their own name when they are separate from us. Just like you and Raptor are considered to be a part of the Dino Strike Rangers." Blue explained.
"That's right. Except we aren't joining up with you." Navy shook his head.
"Why are you guys attacking us?" Raptor asked.
"And why are you using the techniques taught at the Thunder Ninja Academy?" White asked.
"Don't worry about it!" Navy yelled.
"Let's finish them!" Crimson grabbed his staff, Navy following. The rangers got up and prepared their weapons to defend themselves. Raiyu laughed.
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The thunder continued roaring. Saul flinched as he awoke. He opened his eyes slowly and looked around. He was in a room. It had white and purple walls. He sat up and turned to the side and his eyes widened.
"Hi." Rosé waved her hand and gave Saul a warm smile.
"Hi." Saul said nervously, his voice practically cracking. It was them two, alone.
The looked into each other's eyes. It was almost as the world stood still. He got closer to her and she seemed hesitant. The door then opened. Saul pulled himself away at the same time as Rosé.
"My king, you are awake." Neo walked in with a proud expression. The other three girls entered with Sebastian being last.
"It seems you've ruined another moment." Sebastian laughed as he slapped Neo's back.
"Have I. My king, my queen, I apologize sincerely." Neo got down on one knee and lowered his head.
"It's ok. Nothing was happening." Saul stood up, "what happened to me?" Saul asked.
"We don't know. We just heard someone screaming and we found you outside, lying on the ground, knocked out." Lisa explained.
"I'm sorry for causing trouble." Saul found his shoes and out them on.
"My king, I arrived as soon as I found your location. It seems you are trying to court the queens. How old fashioned." Neo smirked.
"I don't think he was trying to court." Sebastian chuckled.
"I was just coming by to... to..." Saul tried to think of a reason as his head began to hurt.
BOOM!
"My king, what is wrong?" Neo asked as he ran to his side.
"I... I... I need to get to Thunder Mountain!" Saul exclaimed as he ran to the window and he opened the curtains. From Rosé's window, the named mountain stood tall, clouds swirling around the peak, covering it from view.
"Thunder Mountain?" Sebastian asked.
"Yea. It's connected to what's going on right now." Saul said as he began to leave.
"My king, I shall go with you." Neo opened a portal that lead to the mountain in Rosé's room.
"No, you stay here with the girls. I know how they get when there's a thunderstorm." Saul smirked.
"My king. But I-" Neo began but Saul put his hand up.
"You stay here with the girls and keep an eye on them. I have a feeling that what's happening is just the beginning of something terrible." Saul said, "Sebastian, come with me." Saul said.
"Me? Why me?" Sebastian asked.
"I have a feeling I'm going to need help with this one." Saul sighed.
"Help?" Sebastian gained a confused look.
"Let's go." Saul walked through the portal. Sebastian followed, hesitantly.
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~2 years ago~
Saul and Jisoo arrived at their hotel room. They put down their luggage and sat down. They both let out a sigh. They relaxed on the couch they sat on and looked at the wall opposite him.
"So, what's the real reason you wanted to come?" Saul asked Jisoo who straightened up.
"I just wanted to talk to you about the group." Jisoo said as she turned to him.
"What do you mean?" Saul asked as he turned to her. She looked very beautiful to him.
"Well, I felt like you needed a history lesson, to put it simply." Jisoo said.
"You think I don't know everything about you guys?" Saul smiled.
"That's not what I meant." Jisoo turned away as she laughed and turned red.
"Look, we have enough time for history, but I also need to talk about these commercials you've stared in." Saul pulled out his phone and pulled up some videos.
After the two watched, talked and laughed, Jisoo yawned. Saul chuckled.
"Guess that history lesson and this talk is going to have to wait." Saul got up and went over to the first bed. He took off the blankets. He looked at the window and saw that the sun was setting. He walked to the window.
"What's up." Jisoo walked up to him and stood next to him.
"Nothing. It's just been a while since I've been to this city." Saul smiled.
"Well, at least you've come back." Jisoo couldn't find what we say.
"You should get some shut eye. I have to go help out my friends." Saul said as he turned on the tv and set it on an animated movie.
"Are you going to be alright?" Jisoo asked with concern.
"Yup. Why would you ask that?" Saul said as Jisoo took off her shoes and got her clothes ready. She wanted to change into some pajamas.
"Don't know." Jisoo said as she walked to the bathroom. She entered and closed the door.
Saul smiled and he grabbed his big suitcase. He opened it and pulled out his darker clothes along with a mask. He then took out the katana he had. He strapped it onto his back.
"I'll be back, Jichu!" Saul called.
"See you later." Jisoo called back.
Saul left and made sure the door was locked. Jisoo blushed in the bathroom as she began to change.
After half an hour, Saul made it to the entrance of a hiking trail that led to the top of the mountain. He sighed as he put up his hoodie and covered up his mouth. He ran his right hand up the swords covered blade until he reached the hilt. He squinted his eyes and he launched himself forward. The leaves around him went up in the air.
After a while of running, Saul arrived at a cave entrance. It was big enough to fit in huge robots. There was another cave entrance just a few feet above the first one.
"You finally made it." Saul turned to see Hunter and Blake.
"I needed to check this out as soon as possible." Saul said as he looked at the entrance.
"We should check out the inside." Hunter said as he and Blake began to walk in. Saul followed but the three stopped as they heard the growl of some sort of creature.
"This is going to be great." Saul said as he walked in.
The three walked farther into the cave until coming to a stone bridge. The three looked at each other before beginning to walk. They looked forward and saw something lying in front of them.
"What is that?" Blake asked.
"Don't know." Hunter said.
The three got closer, but stopped as they felt the ground shake. In front of them, a giant beast rose up. The three stood still as they felt another giant beast land behind them.
The beast in front of them looked like a jaguar. It was navy colored with red eyes. On its side it had a number. It looked like the number 14 but with a style based on a jaguar.
The beast behind them looked liked a bird, a falcon to be precise. It was crimson colored with green eyes. It had numbers on its wings. The number 13 with a falcon style to them.
The two zords watched the intruders. The group of three watched and tried not to make any sudden movements. Then, a rock fell from the ceiling. The three widened their eyes as the beasts roared.
"Run!" The three yelled as they split.
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The rangers all fell to the ground once more. Crimson and Navy stood before them, holding out their staffs. They let out a 'heh' and backed up.
"These guys... are too... strong." Raptor said.
"We can take them." White said as he summoned his scythe once more. He clashed with Crimson who used his Strike Saber.
Crimson pushed White back and then slashed at him with the saber. The rangers chuckled as he sent White falling back. White held onto his side.
"We can't let them beat us!" Green and Raptor charged along with Blue as they pulled out their sabers and blasters.
The trio began firing lasers at the rangers before finally slashing them. Th two backed up before getting flung back by the force of the rangers kicks.
"Don't get any ideas." Crimson said as he held his staff up. The lightning came down and hit the staffs tip.
"Is he... controlling the lightning?" Blue asked.
Crimson spun his staff around and sent the lightning at the rangers. The rangers all fell back once again. They tried to get up but they felt exhaustion.
"We can't... do this anymore." Pink said.
"Finally giving up rangers?" Crimson put his staff away and he crossed his arms.
"Looks like we finally defeated them." Navy said, "Now let go of Yuriko!" Navy turned to face Raiyu.
"I don't think so." Raiyu shook his finger.
"What do you mean?" Navy said.
"You said you'd let her go." Crimson turned to face the monster as well.
"I did but I still see rangers living." Raiyu pointed.
"That's not fair." Navy said.
"Life's not fair. Now! Do you job!" Raiyu said.
At that moment, lightning struck Linder, who was just standing around. Everyone stepped back and watched as the monster began to grow.
"Growing? Already!" Blue said.
"Damn it!" Green said.
"Marco, the triple strike has been chosen as the Megazord this time around. You and Eduardo call your zords. Luis is on the way.
"Got it. Eddie, let's go. Mikey, cover us." Green and White ran off.
"Come back!" Navy called out.
"You know what to do." Raiyu said as he turned around and disappeared.
"Dammit!" Navy kicked a rock.
"Come on. It's time to call them." Crimson pulled out a battery. Navy followed and the two shot out shot out their batteries using their morphers.
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Saul and Sebastian walked around in the cave that lie on the side of the mountain. The two seemed to be lost but Saul knew where he was going.
"Dude, let's just go back to the house. You can seduce those girls and, you know, mess around with them, and I can watch tv in their living room." Sebastian whined.
"Shut up. We're almost there." Saul said.
"Almost where?" The two jumped up and turned around with their defenses up.
"You must be Saul. And you must be this Omega Ranger we were told about." Talon and Jax walked up to the two.
"Judging by your clothing, I want to say you are new masters. Meaning there are two more rangers." Saul crossed his arms.
"We have no time. I feel the anger of the zords." Talon began to walk towards the direction that Saul and Sebastian we're heading in.
"What do you mean?" Saul asked.
"You haven't heard?" Jax asked.
"Heard what?" Saul turned to him.
"The legend about the zords. When these zords were born, they were given a special ability. That special ability was control over the weather. It is said that if their power is misused by someone, they will be angered and they will take revenge on those who misuse their powers." Talon began.
"Wait, what!" Sebastian yelled.
"They take their jobs as protectors seriously. If anything disturbs nature, especially around here, they won't stand by and let it happen. This is why they have weather based abilities. The weather they have the most control over is rain and thunderstorms." Jax continued explaining.
"Zords that control weather? Interesting." Saul said.
"We have to get to them as soon as possible in order to stop any major catastrophes." Talon said before feeling the cave shake.
"What's that?" Sebastian asked.
"Everyone duck!" Saul pushed everyone down.
Above them, two giant batteries flew in. The four looked up and watched.
Inside the dark cave, the batteries found their respective beasts. The beasts ate the batteries and stood up tall. The Falcon Zord screeched and the Jaguar roared. The two glowed for a bit and ran out of the cave.
"Oh no. We need to stop them! If those zords are made to fight against their will, they will bring about a storm to end all storms." Talon stood up.
"Damn it. We were so close!" Jax said.
"Let's go! The zords couldn't have gone far." Saul said as he led the group away.
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Back in the city, the Triple Strike Megazord battled Linder, who seemed to be supercharged. Linder punched the Zord in the chest, sending it tumbling back.
"What are we going to do? This guys charged up." White asked.
"We have to hit him in a weak spot. Look for one." Green said as he turned his wheel. The giant robot charged forward and smashed into the monster. The rain continued falling hard. Water kept flying up into the air.
The monster roared as it lifted up its arm. Lightning then came down. The rangers all looked at the position.
"There, on his sides." Purple pointed.
"You're right. When he lifts his hand, we can hit him right on his side." Green said.
"Yea." White said before the giant robot fell back again. Linder then continued by lifting up his arm.
"Now!" Green yelled. The giant robot looked forward and began to attack, only to have the attack stopped. The giant robot was slashed at and it tumbled back.
"What the hell?" Purple asked.
"You aren't doing shit!" Navy said as the Jaguar zord appeared. It attacked the Megazord by chomping at its arm. The triple strike struggled but managed to throw it off.
"Theses guys have zords?" White watched.
"Of course they do." Purple shook his head.
"Don't worry, they can't do anything as just zords." Green said as they looked to see the Falcon Zord appear in the sky.
"That's what you think." Crimson pushed the Zord forward. The Zord began attacking from the air. It hit the Megazord's arms and head.
The Megazord began stumbling around. The robot fell onto a building. It shook its head before standing up and summing a sword. It began swinging around hitting Linder and the other zords.
"We can't take any chances. Let's do it." Crimson said as he pulled out a battery.
"Are they about to combine?!" Purple asked.
The two zords roared as thunder roared and lighting struck. The triple strike watched as the jaguar jumped into the air. It's head and tail retracted into its body. It then split into legs, with feet coming out of the bottom. It also created a lower torso. The Falcon Zord then flew closer and landed on top of the jaguar. It stood tall, retracting its wings as it stood taller. It's body then produced arms with hands. It also created the upper torso. The falcon head transferred itself onto the middle of its body. On its back, it had closed wings. On top, a head appeared. The new robots head was covered with a falcon helmet. It had a silver face with black markings.
"Thunder Strike Megazord!" The two Thunder Rangers yelled as the new robots posed in front of the Animal Strike symbol as thunder roared and lightning struck behind them.
The triple strike watched as a new robot was born. It lifted up its sword in a defensive position as the new robot crossed its arms before throwing them to the side. Inside the cockpit, the two rangers sat side by side. Crimson sat on the left and Navy sat on the right.
"This isn't good." Green said as the triple strike began taking steps backwards.
"Let's finish them off." Crimson said.
"Yea. You got it." Navy said as he pulled out a golden locket. He opened it and saw a picture of a girl, "this is for you Yuriko." Navy said.
"We better get ready." White said.
"Prepare to be destroyed rangers!" Crimson yelled.
The three giants stood over the city. The rain continued falling hard and the thunder and lightning continued. The giants stood in a stand still. That was all until...
BOOM!