EPISODE 1: MEGA MISION
Dream
This was a war… monsters, and Rangers fighting with everything they had for the control of the planet while a new team of Rangers appeared. The leader, the Red Ranger, was facing the leader of the monsters but he was losing badly.
-Red! -screamed the new blue Ranger.
Red tried to stand up but the leader of the monsters kicked him and threw him to the ground then, the monster raised his sword and Red knew it was over… his life ended here… at least, his friends could keep fighting and the other Rangers… they could help them.
-This planet will be mine! -screamed the monster.
-Let my friend go!
Suddenly, Red felt the shadow of the monster disappear above him and the sound of a fight happening right in front of him but he couldn't make out what was happening until he heard a scream, of the monster and someone falling from the cliff where they were fighting.
-No!
Red could swear it was Yellow screaming but he could when he raised his head and managed to stand on his knees, he saw no one was there, no monster… nothing… they won…but then…
Why didn't it feel like a win?
End of the Dream
-Hey, newbie! Wake up!
Troy Burrows opened his eyes feeling empty inside. Those dreams didn't let him rest properly and the fact that every single time, they ended with the feeling he lost something irreplaceable leave him feeling even worse.
You will be late for school if you keep sleeping there all day! -said the bus driver-… come on!
Troy focused, grabbing his bag, and getting out of the bus. The feeling of loss still was strong inside him but Troy couldn't understand why. He was happy. He just moved here and even if he was homesick he could find new people and new challenges in his life.
Then… why did he feel so… sad?
He sighed, there was no time for this. He looked at his watch and saw he was already late for his first class so Troy ran as fast as he could until he arrived at the door of his class and opened the door, slowly, looking that the class already started.
-Oh… an unexpected last visit -said the professor-… can I have your name?
-Troy… Troy Burrows… -said, Troy.
-Oh… you are the new student -said the professor-… I'm Professor Park, please, take a seat beside Jake, the guy with the soccer ball.
Troy looked at Jake and saw that the boy was looking at him, almost as if Jake was trying to find out something Troy didn't even understand he had. Troy decided to ignore him, sitting down beside him while he could feel the looks of the boy in blue and two other girls, a blonde and a brunette.
-Ok… today… -started Professor Park.
-Hey…
Troy looked to the side and saw Jake extending his hand towards him, confused, Troy took it and found out that Jake was smiling at him, gently, for some reason, that made Troy feel less anxious about being in a new school.
-I'm Jake Holling -said Jake.
-Troy… -answered Troy, not knowing what to say.
Jake nodded as if he knew who Troy was and even if it was a little awkward, Jake said nothing more, going back to pay attention to class while Troy felt somewhat at peace because that boy talked to him and smiled at him.
Maybe… Troy thought… it wasn't going to be that hard this time.
-Megaforce-
In Space
Andros was doing his usual check-up on Space and taking some time alone and away from his team as he needed to take a moment… as much as he loved his team and especially his wife, Andros sometimes needed to leave and go back to his solitude, if only, to remember how thankful he was from having someone like them in his life.
Besides, this was easy, a few checks here and there, Ashley was worried about him going alone but then again, she always was worried, is a fear all the Space Rangers had since they were a little too close to losing their life several times and then with what happened with the Lost Galaxy Rangers…
Andros sighed. He couldn't think of that, Kendrix was fine, taking care of her and Leo's five-year-old princess in a world free of…
Suddenly, a beep from DECA made Andros stop thinking and look at the screen where what he saw made him lose his breath, there was a ship there, bigger than DECA. Andros acted quickly, going into shadow mode, thanks to Wes Collins, and approached the ship as much as he could to not be detected to see if he could interfere in their communications and find out what they wanted.
-Creepox, how is Earth? -asked a voice.
-Humans are not a problem, Admiral Malkor. We will have them begging for mercy in no time and then… we will be able to invade this planet -said another voice.
Andros's worried expression was enough to scare the bravest warrior but he did his best to keep his cool and set the course back to Earth. He needed his team to know what was going on and he had the feeling he knew who would be taking care of this new enemy.
-DECA, set course to Earth -said, Andros.
-Course set. We will be arriving in 3.6 hours -said DECA.
-Not fast enough… -said Andros to himself-… call Tommy Oliver… tell him I think the time has come.
-Calling… -said DECA.
Andros passed a hand through his hair and sighed. This wasn't good… but they had to be strong. The Rangers that will face this danger won't be alone and they have a direct descendant with them… who better than Jake to guide them through this new challenge?
-Megaforce-
It wasn't unusual for Jake to get out of class before the class ended but this time, he knew something was wrong when his dad and his godfather came to pick him up. It didn't help that Professor Adam Park was as serious as the rest of his family and Jake knew then, this was Ranger-related.
Looking at him go, Emma Goodall looked at her best friend and saw Gia Moran roll her eyes, since they started high school, Emma noticed that Jake's eyes were always on Gia and that he always tried to impress her, something Emma thought was cute even if Gia wasn't interested.
Or that was what Gia told herself.
-And there he goes again… -said Emma-… you think he got in trouble?
-Why? He is the only cool guy on the soccer team -said Gia, opening her book.
-Oh so you think he is cool? -asked Emma.
-Don't start, Emma…
Emma smiled, things were cold at the moment but she had a feeling that somehow, Jake had a chance to get the girl at the end if he showed the courage to try and ask Gia Moran out, from her part, Gia was too busy trying to look at her book to not to think about Emma's words.
Was Jake cool? Well… he was the only guy interested in her who didn't look at her as a piece of meat but she wasn't ready for a relationship, much less with a soccer player. She wanted to be known for her grades, not because she was the girl of some high school soccer star.
She sighed… maybe someday, but not today.
As soon as Jake was on the beach, about 15 minutes after his dad and his godfather took him out of school, Jake was sure this was something Ranger-related. His dad was tense and his godfather, even with all his experience was worried but it hit him when he got out of the car and saw his godmother there.
-Aunt Kim?
-Oh my God, Jake. You grew up so much -said Kim, running to him.
Jake hugged his aunt and godmother tightly and she returned the hug with the same enthusiasm, it has been a long time since they saw each other and even if they keep in contact, it was good to see her again.
When they broke the hug, Jake looked at his dad and uncle Tommy and saw Kimberly walk towards Tommy and grab his hand. Jake didn't want to ask, as the tension was rising with every passing second but he made a mental note to know what was happening with his godparents later before he looked at his dad.
-Why are we here? -asked Jake.
-Is time… -said, Jason.
Jake didn't need more words to explain what his father meant. His turn to become a Ranger finally has come and he needed to stay calm even if he was jumping inside. He has trained all his life for this moment and even if he knew he wouldn't be Red because he simply was not a leader, he wondered if which color, he would get.
He wanted something like his uncle, Green, White, or Black.
Tommy pointed towards the entry, close to the beach and Jake nodded, slowly, taking his new challenge carefully as he walked inside the cave, with his father and his uncles close behind. Once he got there, he saw a small robot and then, he looked over his shoulder.
-Must be like our Alpha back then -said Jason-… touch him, Jake.
Jake nodded and put his hand gently on the robot's head, suddenly, the robot came to life, raising his small head towards Jake and then…
-Ahhh! Gosei! Humans!
Jake jumped back and fell to the ground while the small robot ran around the cave, screaming, he hit all the screens close to him, activating the colors and Jake looked at him, confused while, behind them, Tommy did his best to stop laughing.
-You think this is funny? -asked Kimberly.
-Well… I never saw you or Jase the first time you saw Alpha and Zordon and maybe is the force of habit but yeah… I think is funny.
Kimberly rolled her eyes but she had a small smile on her face while Jason helped his son to get up when, suddenly, green eyes shine and for the first time since they got there, they saw a tiki wall art on one of the walls of the cave.
Tommy quickly stood with Jason in front of Kim and Jake, looking at the new presence they only could assume was this Gosei the robot talked about.
-Calm down, Tenshou. Is one of the Rangers we were waiting for -said the tiki wall art.
-But Gosei… he woke me up… -said the robot, called Tenshou, in a whisper.
-Yes and they can hear you now -said the tiki wall art-… Jacob Thomas Scott Kwan. I'm Gosei.
-Hi… -said, Jake.
His years studying should have taught Jake not to be surprised by these events but to be honest, he thought his mentor was going to be something else and not a tiki wall art. He looked at his father and Jason nodded, taking a step back and putting a hand on his son's shoulder.
-Gosei… can you explain what is happening? -asked Jason-… Andros, the Red Space Ranger intercepted a communication about someone wanting to invade Earth.
-New enemies are coming to invade Earth, Red Ranger, that's for sure -said Gosei-… Admiral Malkor and Vrak decimated so many systems that they had to come to this universe because there was nothing more to destroy in theirs.
-So is Jake's time? He is becoming a Ranger? -asked Kimberly.
-He is but there is something else he must do first -said Gosei-… Jake, take a step forward, please.
Jake did what he was told, timidly. He wasn't sure of what was happening but he was nervous and not only because a tiki wall art was talking to him but because he realized now that it was his turn to hold the legacy of his family and all his insecurities came running back to him. Was he good enough? What about his team? What if they didn't work together?
-As Zordon's student, I know your past, Jake and I know the life and fight of the people around you -said Gosei-… that's why I need your help choosing the new Rangers.
-Me? -asked Jake, surprised.
This time, he could see that even Tommy, Kim, and Jason were taken by surprise as if Jake remembered well, he never read anything about one Ranger choosing a new team, well, at least, not a new young Ranger. He gulped, nervously, when Tenshou came to his side and activate a device, making appear five devices with Gosei's face in front of him with a sack of cards, on a table.
-These are Megaforce morphers… the cards are the power you will need to defeat this new evil but first, Jake, let me show you what I choose for you, as a son and family of so many legends -said Gosei.
-Get the one in the middle, Jake-said Tenshou, beside him.
Jake took a step forward, getting the device and the cards and then, turned to Gosei, smiling as he felt the power running through his fingers. He didn't need to see the color… he could feel it and it made him smile.
-Jake, your abilities in close combat and your strength made you the rightful Megaforce Black -said Gosei-… the Black Ranger represents strength and optimism, a determined mind accompanied with physical resistance that makes you the key for long and exhausting battles.
Behind him, Jake could hear the sigh of relief of his father and he smiled, knowing that his father was still worried about him but happy because he wasn't the Red Ranger. He looked down at his Morpher and then back to Gosei, nodding.
-Thank you, Gosei. I will do my best to keep Earth safe like my family did before me -promised Jake.
-I know you will, Jake -said Gosei-… now you know what I'm looking for in a Ranger, the qualities that will make them a good addition to the team are all in your past. Passion, strength, brain, and heart are important to accomplish our victory… do you understand what I'm saying?
-Yes, Gosei- said Jake.
-Now look inside you and remember the past Rangers before a clear picture of your teammates comes around -said Gosei-… don't try to hide it, your mind is on the right set, let it show us who will save Earth this time.
Jake closed his mind, remembering his family, their battles, everything he studied and learned along the years before four pictures appear in his head, there was no other but them to get these powers. They were chosen not by him or Gosei, but for their qualities. The ones Jake knew they had.
-Very well -said Gosei as Jake opened his eyes-… we will bring them here but while we wait, how about I teach you how to morph?
-That… would be awesome… -said Jake.
Jake looked at his family as they approached him and hear what Gosei was explaining to them while Tenshou worked close to them to bring the new Rangers to the cave and finally, have their team complete before the monsters attacked Earth.
-Megaforce-
Noah was officially worried when he walked into Ernie's Brainfreeze looking for his best friend. Jake wasn't answering the phone and Noah had the feeling he was either in trouble or was going to get in trouble very soon.
It was a weird and not logical feeling to have but Noah stopped wondering about his bond with Jake a long time ago and besides, all he wanted right now was to find him and ask him why he left this time. He saw Gia Moran studying and felt the need to go and ask her but, she was intimidating and Noah felt like he could pass out if she looked at him, still, for Jake, he had to try.
Jake couldn't stay away from Gia since they meet and even if Noah was sure Gia didn't feel the same, she was trying to avoid him as much as possible, not wanting to break his heart.
-You own me a big one, Jake-whispered Noah.
He took a deep breath and walked towards Gia when, suddenly, he felt a little lightheaded and looked down, at his hands, only to be surprised they were disappearing. Noah looked up, scared when he saw Gia was going through the same, only that what was making her disappear was yellow… he was blue…
What the hell!?
He disappeared, the small blue particles being the last thing Noah saw.
On a rooftop, Troy Burrows made his usual training routine at another part of the city before going home. It helps keep his mind clear and those dreams away from him or at least, training help him before because today, his mind was quite persistent.
Troy growled and stopped his training, it wasn't helping, and to be honest, he was tired. He walked to the door and grabbed a bottle of water, thinking about why today was different when suddenly, an image of a Red Ranger appeared in front of him, nodding. Troy raised his hand, wanting to stop him and ask him what he was doing there when, suddenly, he disappeared, leaving nothing but his bottle of water behind.
Emma was running with her BMX through the forest, admiring nature when she heard something, it wasn't far from her and it seemed someone was growling. Emma stopped the BMX and walked towards the sound, thinking maybe someone was hurt when she saw the scariest and ugliest thing she ever saw, walking through the forest.
She didn't know what was that but she didn't care. She had to go to the Police and then home and don't get out until that thing was out, in fact, she wasn't letting Gia go out either if that thing was outside. She took a step back, wanting to run and something under her foot cracked, making the monster look in her direction.
-Who is there!? -asked the monster.
Emma looked at him, scared and grabbing her BMX for support when she felt something and looked down, seeing as she and her BMX disappeared as the monster ran in her direction.
By the time he go there, she was gone.
-Megaforce-
Jake heard a noise at the small space close to the Command Center and looked down at Tenshou as the small robot made a noise laugh, beside him, Kimberly and Tommy share a look while Jason put a hand on Jake's shoulders.
-Time to shine, Black Ranger -said Jason.
Jake, already transformed with his Megaforce Black suit saw his dad, aunt, and uncle disappear in the shadows, knowing the kids needed a few minutes to adapt once Jake gave them their powers and he reveals himself to them.
Jake sighed, took a deep breath, and saw them walking into the Command Center, stopping only when they noticed him and Tenshou.
-Who are you? -asked Troy, taking a step forward.
Jake's smile was hidden behind the helmet but he knew he made the right choice and this movement from Troy, even unconscious was answer enough to his choice. Gosei's eyes illuminated the cave with his usual green color before he spoke.
-Troy, Noah, Gia, and Emma, welcome to the Command Center -said Gosei-… my name is Gosei and I brought you here with the help of the Black Ranger to entrust you with an important mission.
-Wait… Rangers? As is Power Rangers? -asked Emma-… I remember them from Mariner Bay but… you…
-I don't get it… you choose us? -asked Noah.
-Yes, Noah. The Black Ranger saw in you, abilities of past Rangers that could be useful for this challenge -explained Gosei-… mutants want to invade Earth and you are our only hope to stop it.
The teenagers looked at each other, unsure and Jake found himself feeling bad for them, if he wasn't who he was, he too would be as confused as they were, and knowing they would be more comfortable with someone they know he sighed, looking at Gosei.
-Maybe I should explain this part -said the Black Ranger.
-All yours, Black Ranger.
Jake nodded and slowly, he took off his helmet, looking unsure at the people in front of him. The looks of surprise on everyone but Troy made Jake nervous but he decided to push past the fear since they didn't have time to dwell in feelings right now.
-Jake!? -asked Noah-… you are a Power Ranger!?
-This has to be a joke… -whispered Gia.
-Is not -promised Jake, walking to them-… I have been a Power Rangers for a few minutes, waiting for you guys to come here but I know the story, I know all of them.
He looked down and then felt his family coming behind him. He felt his dad's hand on his shoulder and his aunt and uncle right beside him, when he looked up, he could see Noah's head was about to explode as his mind ran trying to find any kind of logic to this mess.
The bad news is that there was no logic for this.
-Mr. Holling!? -asked Noah.
-Hi, Noah -said Jason, smiling at the boy-… and well, I can tell you now, is Mr. Scott. Jason Lee Scott, original Red Ranger.
As on cue, Tenshou put a few images over the Red Ranger screen of Jason transforming into the Red Ranger, and the day he became a Power Ranger, not far from him, Jake's aunt smiled walking the Pink screen.
-I'm Kimberly Ann Hart, original Pink Ranger- said Kimberly.
Like Jason, the teenagers saw Kimberly morphing, fighting, and becoming a Ranger when finally, Tommy took a step towards them, standing right beside Jake while he looked at his godson. Jake was trying to hold the smile.
-And he is…? -asked Emma, looking at Tommy.
-Rainbow Ranger -said Jason-… we call him, Tommy sometimes.
Seeing the confused kids, Tommy punched his friend lightly on the arm and walked to Jake's screen where the Rangers could see Tommy receiving his powers as Green, White, Red, and Black Ranger. The teenagers, impressed, looked at the man in front of them before they looked at Jake.
-They are your family? -asked Troy.
-Yeah… well, all of them are… the Rangers, I mean. I've known all of them since I was born -said Jake, looking at Noah-… sorry I couldn't tell you before… there is this thing about keeping our identities secret to protect friends and family from whatever tries to invade Earth.
-I understand why… -said, Noah.
Jake nodded and then he saw Gosei coming to life again.
-Jake, I think it's time to give your teammates their powers and explain to them why you thought they have qualities to defend Earth, like others before him.
-You are right -said Jake, grabbing the morpher closer to the Pink screen and walking towards Emma-… Emma, you will be the Pink Ranger because you represent all they stand for… the kindness, the desire to be there for others and to keep peace at Earth, hold the power of the Phoenix, and help me show those monsters why our world is so beautiful.
Emma smiled, nodding as she received her morpher and her cards. She looked up and Jake and saw nothing but proud eyes towards her and she blushed a little while he went to the table and got another morpher, this time, giving it to Noah.
-Is it a wonder why I wanted you to have the powers of the Blue Ranger? -asked Jake with a smile-… Blue is the logic, the order of the team, and the brain that Rangers need even when everything is going down. You, Noah, are the person that I trust with my life but like others before you, you need to see and show others you can be more than your brain and that's why, the power of the shark will be by your side, to show you a new path where your brain and your bravery can coexists.
Noah nodded, grabbing the morpher and the cards but before Jake could leave towards the table, he grabbed his best friend and hugged him, surprising Jake for a second before he answered he smiled and returned the hug.
-That… that is the Jake I know… -said, Noah.
Jake nodded and finally went back to the table, collecting another morpher and cards and now, he walked towards Gia, looking at her until he was in front of her, the tension was high, Kim and Tommy shared a look, while Jason raised an eyebrow and Emma looked at them, very interested.
-Gia… the power I thought it was better for you is also the most important for me -said Jake and there was a hit in his voice that made the teenagers, especially Gia, wonder what he meant as he said those words with sadness she never heard of him but Jake quickly smiled at her and continued-… a Yellow Ranger is a source of strength and also a source of understanding, while Blue is the brain and Pink is the heart, Yellow is the phycological support, like the foundations of a house, Yellow holds her or his team, sometimes with facts, sometimes with fun but always there, as a reminder to never give up, but knowing you, not all can be understanding, right?
That made Gia chuckle and even Emma laughed as Jake continued.
-That's why the tiger will be with you. The fury and the push to protect the ones you love most will be the fuel to win your battles -said Jake-… because like a tiger, you will always put your pack before you, every single time.
With that, he gave Gia one last look before he turned to retrieve the last morpher and cards but while he did that, Gia's eyes were fixed on him, wondering where was this Jake before and where was she looking that she didn't see him until now.
Finally, Jake laughed as he put the morpher and the cards on Troy's hand, it was evident the missing color and Troy knew that but he was confused as to why he had this color when Jake was probably better for this job.
-Why are you giving me, Red? -asked Troy.
-Because you are a natural leader, Troy. I saw it the first time I saw you walk into class -said Jake-… even now, everyone was freaking out and you were there, analyzing the situation, balancing the dangers, and looking at, at least, three ways of getting out of here if this was a trap.
-You saw that? -asked Troy.
-I was trained to see that, you weren't and still, you try… and you wonder why I gave you Red? -asked Jake-… a Red Ranger is a leader on the field and off the field. He must keep his head on the game at all times and sometimes, he must make hard choices for the greater good.
-I'm not…
-You are, Troy -said Jake-… let me ask you something, if you have to choose between me or Earth… what would you do?
-I would save both you and Earth -said Troy without thinking.
Jake smiled, looking over his shoulder as Jason gave him thumps up and Tommy smiled, with an arm around Kimberly. That was a nice trick, a Conner McKnight trick, and Tommy was proud of Jake for using it. Jake looked back at Troy and put a hand on his shoulder.
-That's the answer, Troy- said, Jake-… Rangers don't leave a friend and sometimes not even a foe behind. We do our best. We win and sometimes we lose but we stay together because people like you, Red Ranger, keep us together. That's why you will have the Dragon with you, to help you show your passion and hold the fate of Earth on your shoulders.
Troy looked at Jake and saw nothing but a total conviction of his abilities, making Troy feel confident while he looked down at the morpher in his hands, and then, he looked at his teammates feeling, like Jake, they could do this.
Suddenly, a beep made them come to reality when Tenshou put the images on Troy's screen and saw mutants attacking civilians, quickly, Jake took his place, between Emma and Troy and looked at the images before Tommy took a step forward.
-Is time to show the world who the new Power Rangers are -said Tommy.
Troy nodded. He looked to one side and then to the other and finally to the front as everybody got their morpher and their cards, ready to go into action.
-Go! Go! Megaforce!
A flash of light engulfed the cave before they transformed and disappeared at the same time, leaving the original Rangers there, in silence until Gosei's eyes glowed again.
-You couldn't stop yourself, could you? -said Gosei.
-Habits die hard… I guess -said Tommy.
-Megaforce-
The Megaforce Rangers arrived at the scene seeing a bunch of Loogies running towards civilians and Red looked over his shoulder to Black, who nodded before Red ran after them. Red jumped, standing between a group of Loogies and a woman, and kicked one of them, punching the other and sending them to the ground.
Red looked at his fists.
-This power is amazing! -said Red.
-And there is more where that came from! -said Yellow, looking at Black-… let's show them!
For a second Black stood there, watching them mesmerized when he saw Yellow get one of her cards and put it on the morpher before he realized she was looking at him, waiting for him to follow her lead, and quickly, he got his card, putting on his morpher.
Suddenly, their two weapons appeared and Yellow and Black, jumped to the scene, attacking Loogies together with the precision of a team in good sync, not far from them, Pink, Blue and Red did the same, calling their weapons.
The Loogies were defeated in a matter of seconds and Red, looking at his weapon, turned to his new teammates.
-Good job, guys -praised Red.
-Yeah, you all look like you've been doing this for a long time -said, Black.
-Is the power… it feels so, right? As if I always was supposed to be here, fighting with this team -said Pink.
-It does feel different… I hear stories about the spandex from the news but nothing like this -said Yellow-… is something…
-I think is the first time I'm happy to be in a fight -said Blue-… man, I can believe you grow up with all this around you.
Black nodded, putting a hand on Blue's shoulder to support his statement, sometimes, even he had a hard time that his family was that bunch of freaks in spandex, as some reporters liked to call them but they got the job done, more or less and they protected Earth for years and now, it was finally his turn.
No… it was finally their turn.
-Megaforce-
In Space
- Vrak, those humans are giving more trouble than I anticipated… -said Admiral Malkor.
-How is possible!? Creepox said it was under control! -screamed Vrak.
-I know… I will… solve this -said the Admiral before looking at the door-… Scaraba! Get ready to go to the battlefield!
A monster with some resemblance to a scarab but made of something like stone appeared in front of his master, smashing his hands together as if he was anxious and he was more than ready to fight.
-Yes, sir!
He disappeared at the same time Admiral Malkor looked at Vrak… he seemed pleased with the choice and left the room, knowing this problem will be solved soon and he had nothing to worry about. Earth will be his soon and nothing could stop that… not even those freaks.
-Megaforce-
The team got together as finally, they took care of the last Loogies when a flash of light showed more Loogies and a monster. Black quickly put a hand on Red's shoulder and pointed to the monster, looking at his teammates.
-That must be one of the monsters from whoever wants to claim Earth -said Black-… he is stronger than Loogies and while the suits will protect us, you have to be careful, if they hold too much damage, you will demorph.
-Understood -said Red-… everybody, ready?
-Ready!
-You don't stand a chance! Give up now and I promise a quick dead! -said Scaraba.
-We never give up! -screamed Red, standing with his team beside him-… we are here to defend Earth from you and anyone who tries to invade it! We are… Power Rangers, Megaforce!
-Mega dead is what you will be! -screamed the monster after a moment of shock -… Loogies, finish them!
Red was about to run to him when they heard Gosei's voice, telling them about a card that will allow them to call their lasers, looking at his team, Red nodded, getting his card at the same time the others followed his lead and calling for their laser, from time point, they knew, this battle was over.
The Rangers used their new laser to take down the Loogies, making them from a big group to zero in a matter of minutes while Scaraba stood there, watching impressed as the Rangers took them all out until it was only him at the battlefield.
-How did that happen!? -screamed Scaraba.
-This is the power of Earth -said Red -… and now we will show you the power of Megaforce, ready guys!
-Ready!
-Dragon Sword! -called Red.
Following his command, the Rangers called for their weapons and then, Red looked at Pink and if they had a telepathic connection, she nodded as the monster attacked them, throwing blue energy balls towards them. They exploded, making the monster think he won for a second until he saw Pink, flying and holding Red in the air, both ready to strike at him. Pink hit the monster first, with her weapon and the Red slashed him with the sword, making the monster drop to his knees while the other Rangers cheered for their teammates.
-That was awesome! I want to try too! -said Yellow.
Before the other two could stop her, Yellow ran, throwing herself to the ground as she used her weapon as a shield when the monster tried to attack her, even if she couldn't see him, she knew Black was close enough and a second later, he jumped and hit the monster with his ax, stopping the monster's attack on Yellow and giving her the time to strike the monster with her claws.
Finally, Blue jumped, deciding to join the fight, and rolled in the air using his weapon to attack the monsters and effectively throwing him to the ground.
-Let's finish this! -said Red-… weapons, combine!
The Rangers combined their weapons, putting their cards on every weapon and pointing towards the monster, already debilitated by the previous attack, with Red aiming the now, larger, and bigger combined weapon, he put an arm on Pink and Blue, who were holding the sides of the weapon while Black and Yellow stood in the front and suddenly, Red felt a surge of power coming through him. Everyone's' powers.
-Weapon combined! Full force! -screamed Red.
A powerful laser beam hit the monster, defeating him while the Rangers took in their first victory. Red hold the weapon combined while the other watched and he looked down, at the weapon. The power was amazing but now he realized something Black told him.
He was a team leader and they were stronger, together and he was in charge to keep them like that as others did before him.
-Let's go back to the Command Center -said Black-… I'm sure Gosei wants to congratulate you all in person.
The Rangers nodded as the weapon disappeared from Red's hand and they ran back to their Command Center, knowing that they, a bunch of teenagers, just saved the world from a powerful monster.
-Megaforce-
Jake was received at the Command Center with a hug from his father. To say Jason was worried was an understatement but at the same time, he looked so proud of his son that Jake was a little taken aback, still, he smiled, returning the hug while Tommy and Kimberly praised the new Rangers.
-Your job today has been amazing, Rangers -said Gosei-… but you still have a choice to make.
The teenagers looked at Gosei first and Jake later, wondering what the tiki wall art meant when Jake remembered that even if they put on the suits, they still had to decide by themselves if they wanted to be part of the team.
He turned to look at them, with his family always behind him, and nodded, looking at his morpher.
-For me is legacy and is a choice I been training to make since I was a baby -said Jake, raising his eyes to look at his teammates-…today you showed the reasons why Gosei and I thought you were the best to take the mantle but is up to you to decide if you want it. I'm not going to lie, not all the fights will be as easy as this one, and maybe, in the future, we will face a challenge bigger than ourselves but today, you showed why you were the best.
-So we have a choice but you don't? -asked Emma.
-I live in this world, Emma, you don't, if you want to walk away, is your choice and no one will think less of you -said Jake, giving her a little smile-… but I have to admit, no one can fly with the same elegance you did while holding Troy and your weapon at the same time.
Emma laughed and nodded when Jake saw from the corner of his eye Gia taking a step towards him and holding her morpher in her hands. She looked like she was deep in thought and for a second, Jake thought she was giving up but then, she looked at him and smiled.
-I can live to the challenge, besides I have the feeling you will get your ass kicked if I'm not around, partner -said Gia, smiling at him.
-Yeah… I think I can do it too -said Noah, still a little unsure-… I can find a way to upgrade our equipment if you want me to? Maybe Tenshou can help me… this technology is so amazing and I…
-We get it, Noah -said Jake, smiling-… thank you, both of you.
-A true Blue Ranger -commented Kimberly, behind the Megaforce Rangers.
-Billy would be proud -said Tommy.
-Yeah… wait, don't you two feel old right now? -asked Jason.
By the looks, Tommy and Kimberly threw at him, Jason knew they felt the same he was feeling, old but so proud of this new generation… he knew Earth was in good hands.
-Well you could do something about that helmet, it ruins my hair -said Emma, smiling as she walked to stand beside Gia-… I'm in, Earth is too precious to let those monsters ruin it.
-We won't let you or Gosei down, Jake -said Troy, smiling at the Black Ranger-… you have a team of Megaforce Rangers ready to defend Earth no matter what.
Jake nodded as he raised his hand, quickly, the rest of the rest Rangers joined him, and then, Jake gestured his family to join them as finally, the team was formed and Gosei's eyes glow bright green, almost as if he was happy.
-Welcome home, Megaforce Rangers! -said Tenshou.
-Defender of Earth, your journey has just begun -said Gosei.
