My life is a misery. My life is a gilded cage, my name is Ophelia…and this is my story. People will call me a villain when they hear it. And they'd be right. But I wasn't born like that, and neither do I revel in the dark like those other monsters having threatened the world in the past, being transparently evil and proud of it. No, I'm much more than that…

"Hey Grossphelia, you're looking a bit sickly. Oh wait, that's how you always look. Stay away from me." Those are the words of a vapid airhead alpha bitch queen bee stereotype at the boarding school I live at. Yes, 'live' unironically. My parents didn't want to put up with me and dumped me here, only coming to see me if they want to show me off at a family event.

But not that them being around is any better. So I do what they say. I don't stir trouble and I study well. I earn good grades. Nothing to besmear their reputation. Whatever, at least with good grades I can make a brighter future to get away from the sucky present. "How does an uggo like you score higher then me, a beauty, the Aphrodite of the school? You will need to be taught a lesson."

Though while I do not stir up trouble, others will. Others barely listen. "Daughter of ours, you need to grow thicker skin, it's and eat or get eaten world out there. Don't go running for help at the first sign of problem, get strong and deal with it." Yeah, that's why I rather not speak to my parents.

"There is no evidence but your word. Not to mention Miss Amanda's family is very influential and they would be angry if we accused them…" the teachers and principal are useless too. My parents have influence too but they can't be bothered. And the others know it.

Luckily there are moments I can get away. As long as I can respect curfew, I can get out in the world a bit and escape everything. And maybe I'm not solely alone. "Good afternoon, young mistress."

"Farnsworth? What are you doing here?" I asked the old family butler. Seemingly having gone out of his way to meet me.

"I thought that you would feel better seeing a friendly face. I was in the neighborhood and thought I'd look you up. And bring your favorite biscuits." I hadn't noticed the cookie tin he had in his hand until now. "My home made peanutbutter chocolate chip recipe. You love those, don't you?"

"More then life itself." I said. I couldn't say no when he handed me the tin and I started to dig in. "Mom and dad will be pissed if they find out about this. I'm supposed to keep a strict diet."

"A few biscuits won't jeopardize that, knowing you, you keep up your exercise routines and follow the diet to the letter. But children should enjoy themselves." Farnsworth noted.

"Aren't you supposed to be at their estate? Are you even allowed to be here?" I asked him.

"They are on a little getaway." Farnsworth noted. Of course, because they don't bother putting up with me, but they are going around the world splurging and enjoying life, indulging…filthy hypocrites. "I watch the estate in the meantime…and as long as everything runs smoothly I can determine my own schedule. And make time for the good things in life. Like you."

"Thanks Farnsworth. I don't know what I'd do without you. Mom and Dad…they're…" I couldn't finish the sentence. I didn't dare to say it out loud. But he knew.

"I know…and honestly if it weren't for you, I'd be gone for a long time." Farnsworth said. "I couldn't live with myself if I left you alone with them."

"You have been there for me unlike them. You basically raised me." I couldn't keep the tears out of my eyes. "I wonder what I did wrong that they…"

"They are…very flawed people. Whom don't know a good thing when it's in front of them." Farnsworth said. "If you ever need me, you can contact me. I can make time, and I'm often out running errands for them so I can make a detour to see you, if you want to talk face to face."

"Thank you Farnsworth…for everything." Farnsworth was a great man. A million times the people my parents were at least. But I rather stayed at the boarding school then at home. I couldn't deal with my parents. The children at school as cruel and pity as they were, they could never be as cruel as them. At least I had a light in the darkness. Emphasis on 'had'. "Where is Farnsworth?"

"He has been getting on in age and forced to retire. He is gone to a home." Farnsworth? Sure, he was getting on in years but he was spry for an old guy. Was he hiding his health condition? Or did they force him into retirement.

"Can I see him? Can I at least say goodbye? Where is he." I begged them. I learned not to beg for anything else but this…

"He is already gone. And you no longer need to concern with him, he no longer is employed by us. You should forget about him."

How dare they? How dare they deny me. "He was family!" I blurted out.

"He was a servant, we are your family!"

"Yeah, you haven't been acting like it. I know you didn't plan to have me but you just sent me away. Like an old toy in a box to gather dust at the attic; stuck at that school. I do what you ask, I behave and study hard but you aren't there for me. He was…In fact I worked so hard because of him encouraging me, while you did nothing. So tell me, why should I care?" The sharp pain in my cheek that followed was their answer.

"You ungrateful brat. Despite the fact you turned our lives upside down, we made sure you were protected and get education so you have a future. But we could disown you, have you thrown out and expelled, so you're left with nothing. Talk back to us again like that and we will do just that…so, will you behave?" I refused to speak. I knew I couldn't win in this situation. "Good. Now, we need to attend a gala next week. You have to act like the loving daughter, don't dare to embarrass us!"

So the light in my life was gone. All I had were the shadows. The darkness of my room hid me. My sanctuary where I developed my hobby. I hid my tools in some loose floorboards or hidden rooms I found. So even if they broke in, they would not be able to find it…they would trash everything else but not those things most important. I was sitting in my room, my study. At my desk, in front of a mirror. Oh right, I haven't told you what I looked like. Well, I am naturally pale. I would be a plain Jane. The long black hair and brown eyes, the pale gaunt face. No one would look twice. But maybe its for the best, I got already more attention from the wrong people.

The books scattered across my desk. Legends, mythology and the occult. These books and their contents, they are my passion and my only escape. They could care less what I do in my spare time as long as my grades were kept up. I have been cracking codes, translating…ever since I found a hidden treasure. At first glance, it appeared to be a shuriken…for those not in the know, a ninja throwing star. But the symbols engraved upon it…they were mystical in nature. I knew from my research. I have been going through the books and piecing things together. I have drawn symbols on my desk, and I planted the throwing star in an open spot. So that it could form the final symbol. They glowed, and so did the ninja throwing star. Its secrets would be revealed to me.

I looked in my mirror. Most people would shy away from the shadowy demonic visage in the mirror, the monster…but not me. I welcomed it. I discovered it, I found a secret. "Impressive." The voice said. Growling but soft. Maybe an air of smoothness to it. "For someone so young to learn the secrets of the Ninja Steel…"

"That's what this is?" I asked as I looked at it. "Or what it's made off…"

"Indeed. A mystical metal like you wouldn't believe. The orichalcum, the mithril of ninja lore, in the right hands they can shape the elements and the shadows to their will, and even the world. But where are my manners. I am the Galvanized Axe, the Fanged Ogre Lord, The Mock Moon…"

"Wu Kang." I replied.

"Ah, my reputation precedes me. Tell me, young one. What do you know of me?" Wu Kang asked.

"That you came from the East, you were a warmonger whom sold his soul to the forces of darkness. You conquered many territories, but you moved to the west. You followed a ninja whose clan you wiped out, as he sought a relic of great power. A relic whose power he could use against you. He created a new ninja clan and with the powers of the relic…they defeated you and sealed you away." I droned automatically. I drilled all the folklore and legends in my head. Hey, I said it was my passion.

"Very well informed indeed. Yes, that's true. The Ninja Steel from which that throwing star is made was the coating of the Ninja Nexus Prism, the relic that taught the first ninja. The steel surrounding it alone is incredibly powerful but the Nexus Prism itself is on a whole other level. But I could never get it. 48 of those blasted things were used to seal me. But they couldn't keep me sealed forever. The seal is slowly breaking. The ninja throwing star you found…the first crack." Wu Kang explained. "And now you found it, what are you going to do?"

"I didn't think that far ahead, honestly. I was more about obtaining the knowledge from it." I admitted.

"I have seen your heart and soul. We are alike, young one. I was unwanted and largely abandoned. I crawled my way from the gutter and to the top, becoming the greatest warrior out there. But despite my hard work I was still looked down upon. I sold my soul to the forces of darkness, yes. But it was to overthrow the rich nobles whom looked down on me, unite the war torn country that got where it was due to those spoiled rich leaders' petty squabbles. I saw an ugly world that needed to clean up. I did go to great lengths and there was some…damage. But I'm willing to pave the road to Heck with my intentions.

And you…you saw how unfair the world is. You are basically thrown away too and no one cares. This world needs change, and we…we can make it happen. My seal is slowly cracking but I am still weak. I need someone to act in my stead, prepare the world for my return. You, young one…I ask you to help me. If we succeed, we will rule this world together. We will be on top, towering above those insects that made your lives miserable. To get the life you deserve. So what do you say?" Wu Kang explained.

Yeah, he was a demon in the mirror and it should by all accounts be a bad idea but…unless you had the crappy life I had, get off your high horse. He was offering me a way out. A way out of the dreary existence of my life. How could I refuse? It was everything I wanted. To not be alone, to belong, to put those whom tormented me in my place. "What do I have to do, Lord Wu Kang?"

"Tell me your name. I forgot to ask in my excitement." He asked softly. He could be charming if he wanted to.

"Ophelia." I said. My last name was of no importance to me anymore.

"Ophelia…I will learn you the dark and martial arts of my Clan. Then I will ask you to collect a few lost relics of our Clan. With that you can slowly rebuild my army. And collect the despair of the people. The despair of those whom forgot about us, whom tormented us, whom were blind and ignorant to our suffering, or were cowards whom didn't care. Their suffering becomes our strength. Are you ready?"

"Ready as I'll ever be!" I said. I smirked. I was giddy. Probably not sane but…again, high horse.

"Excellent. Now, my little student, your first lesson…"

It was a few grueling months. Aside my own school work I kept atop of to save face, his lessons on top. I quickly became addicted to coffee so I could keep going with the double workload. But I managed. I was getting closer and closer to my goals. Soon I grew skilled with the occult arts and learned the martial arts. I was honing myself to be a warrior. For now I was hiding my true self, aside from some mischief.

"Ew! That toilet just suddenly exploded! I'm covered in sewer water!" The only time Amanda's voice sounded sweet was due to suffering. Small spells, and they would never be able to link anything to me. After all 'Grossphelia' is just an ugly girl whom could do anything that drastic, right?

But the true progress I made…was when I snuck out at night, and at the edge of town I dug up something at the location Wu Kang guided me towards. The shovel broke halfway, and I had to claw the dirt away with my bare hands, but I found it. The chest I smashed open with a nearby rock and a golden hammer-like relic inside. "The mallet of Huli Jing!" Wu Kang growled. His visage appeared through the mirror compact with the ninja steel throwing star inside. Set down on a nearby tree stump to overlook. "With it you can access the next level of your power. Take it…accept your destiny."

I didn't hesitate and grabbed it by the handle. I slowly got up and lifted it. I felt its powers course through me. The symbols and engravings glowed. It was both pain and pleasure that I felt in every fiber of my body. Does that mean I have a kink? Sorry to say that, the rush is kind of affecting my thinking prowess…And I took on a new form, my new true form. Yellow armor and robes, a white fox mask, a tiger like shoulder pad. From my back two thin white fox legs spouted. It reminded me of the fox spirits of eastern myths. But knowing Wu Kang's land of origin makes sense. "They thought of me as a repulsive, unpleasant person. Well they see how unpleasant I can be now. I am Madam Odious, I am the Full Moon, the Nine-Guarded Gate, the sorceress of the Clan Wu Kang. And I'll bring out despair to bring my master back and order to this wretched world." I couldn't resist the evil laugh I gave afterwards. Felt appropriate.

"Whoa, that was intense." Wu Kang noted.

"Yeah, sorry that was just…a rush." I said, slightly embarrassed.

"Admittingly I felt the same way it happened to me." Wu Kang admitted. "Now, let's start by creating your first monster, and some footsoldiers to help him out. You need the Ninja Steel throwing star, a bit of dark magic and a vessel or object my monster army can be reborn into."

"That should be no problem." I wanted to go big from the get-go. The lumberjack whom was removing a dead tree near our school shouldn't have left his chainsaw lying around where I could infect it.

"I am Slashweasel and I…oh, what do you want, little girl?" The chainsaw/weasel monster didn't know whom he was talking to. To be fair I was in my human guise…my human self no longer feels like me, so I refer to it as a guise now.

I made my eyes glow dark. It's a neat trick, sometimes I frick with people's head, wonder if they see things. "I am here on behalf of our Master Wu Kang, and I made sure you're alive again, reborn through the magic of the ninja steel and a bit of modern tech. I made you in a way and until our master can return, I'm in charge."

I let my aura flare so he could feel it. He already stiffened up and dialed back his attitude. "Forgive me ma'am, didn't recognize you. So, what do you want of me?" Slashweasel asked.

I smirked. "Create fear and despair, sow chaos. We need to gather darkness to rebirth our brethren and prepare for our master's return." I snapped my fingers. Blue footsoldiers resembling Asigaru came into being. "Take these Amassins with you. And do your thing."

"Ok, boss!" Slashweasel said as he saluted. He then revved up the chainsaws on his hands. At least he knew what to do. He may be the first and one of the weaker ones, as the weaker ones escape the seal first, but he will do well enough to collect a bit of fear and to study, to improve the process for future monsters.

Because we were going to need it. Power Rangers…students of the Steel Ninja Clan, successors of those whom sealed my master away. Not that I blame them, it is natural for them to come to the defense of others because they're good people like that. It's just that they don't see the big picture. They would destroy monster after monster, but they can't use their ninja magic to fix up everything that is wrong with the world. Crime, corruption, general douchebaggery would still exist. At one point she would have found Power Rangers inspiring. Now…they were her enemies. Impressive fighters but unable to create an orderly world like her master can. A shame…

Their arsenal was made of the same Ninja Steel as the throwing star she used to start her new path in life. And now they had cut down Slashweasel. All that was left was the ninja star, which the Rangers took, to be purified and turned into a new part of their arsenal.

But luckily she had obtained a different ninja star after that, and she put it on her hammer. It turned into something like the Rangers would use, but darker. Resembling like a gimmick from a toyline but the dark energy flowing from it made it unmistakable as anything but a weapon. And she decided to humor Slashweasel a second time, as a giant because…why not? It would be a fun spell to test. "Darkest powers from beyond the seal, revive, reconstitute and heal, my monster whom has been dealt a blow, bring him back and make him grow!" It was a bit hammy and cheesy but I am enjoying my new life and indulging a bit, don't judge me.

Then they brought out their Zords because why not, it was tradition at this point. But it was interesting to see. Maybe I could invest in a giant robot of my own making later, if I got enough resources. Until then, I filled up my magic gourd with human despair.

I would bring back generals from the Wu Kang Clan to aid me. They were skeptical about me but the big man gave me the ay-ok so they begrudgingly followed my lead. They were on board with the overall goal to bring their master back so they had no reason to act against me. I didn't care for them, I only cared for Wu Kang…he has been more of a father to me then my own and he was a demon. How crazy, right?

Fulcifer was a blood knight whom sought worthy opponents to fight and was obsessed by the Red Ranger for his strength. Also got ticked off with one of her monsters and killed it before the Rangers could. On one hand that wasn't very supportive for her efforts. On the other hand she got another ninja star and now she could summon Skullgators. Those giant skeleton dino things were pretty metal. Though still that battle-happy brute with moth for eyebrows and manure for brains is going to get himself killed fairly early with that Leroy Jenkins attitude of his.

Pureshade was easier to work with. He appears playful, a trickster, loves deception. Not to be trifled with. But when we got on the same page we are cordial. Also has a few neat magic tricks which as a fellow user of sorcery I admit are impressive. He was easier to work with and I have him rather around then Fulcifer.

But those five ninjas are not letting up. Several monsters of her got destroyed. They obtained ninja steel throwing stars which they turned into more weapons, which means we had to create stronger monsters, but if they slayed them and got a bigger arsenal…ugh, a vicious cycle.

Then there was this shapeshifting human-looking alien mechanic…Rick? Dick? Mick? Yeah, I think it was Mick, just bumped into the Rangers and became their mechanic, which meant that it became much easier for new Zords to be built. Even the spaceship the guy stole to escape the ones whom had enslaved him and came to Earth with now was this Ninja UFO Zord. How crazy can it get? I wonders if I would meet those alien slavers one day. Oh well, food for thought later.

So I go through the motions. I create monsters, I grow them upon defeat. I research into creating stronger monsters. Would more then one ninja steel star to power up a monster make them stronger? Do I instead need a stronger spell? Would that giant mech in the back of my mind be a good idea? Do I bring another general back? Fulcifer and Pureshade are already handfuls…still many stuff to learn, still many experiments. But I keep pushing on. The world Wu Kang promised. A world I can finally be happy in.

Also during the day so to not be suspected, I act normal at school. But sometimes a few subtle pranks…really subtle so they don't suspect magic of foul play. Just to make sure my former tormenters would back off a bit. And I could use the amusement. My life hasn't been normal…But who cares about normal anyways. It is overrated.

At times I wonder if it is worth it? Do I really want to be part of this? Sure I learned a lot, I could make it in life but…it would be ungrateful towards Wu Kang. He taught me a lot. I had to repay him. And I could just secure myself fame and fortune with my new skills, it wouldn't fix the world, I cannot stand by as the old world continues to regress. But is it really up to me? Or Wu Kang? Does the world need change? No, don't get distracted Ophelia. You have a job to do. No time for doubts.

Just seeking a normal quiet life would be a waste, it would be small minded. It would be selfish. No, you have a mission. No distractions…don't need to make it complicated. The Rangers as noble as they are, are obstacles to be dealt with. Wu Kung needs to returned to power, that Prism obtained…the world fixed. Order and utopia. Yes…

Oh great, another one. A sixth Ranger. In hindsight she should see that coming, that there would be extra additions. Oh well, just have to account the strength of future monsters for that. It's not like that sixth guy is any different from the other five. A bit more flashy with the gold…oh, it is part cowboy too? Cowboy ninja, really? What a dork. Almost endearing. Admittingly the guitar blade weapon that channels elemental energy was pretty neat. Stupid, but neat. Let's see what he looks like under the mask, probably a dork like the rest of them and oh…oh…Oh shit, he's hot! Handsome even. She wouldn't mind a gold rush…Damn teen hormones.

Man, why does her life keep getting more difficult? Forget about the handsome ninja cowboy…a sentence I never thought I'd say. Just act normal, continue your work. Don't let hormones distract you from your mission. Maybe the guy isn't all that great. I could get over this. I could overcome this, I will continue her mission.

I am just going around in my human guise, wandering around time, trying to clear my mind as I think what else to turn into monsters. Oh, they have dug up the graves of Frankenstein, Dracula and the Wolfman and they are put in a museum. Could she use Ninja Steel throwing stars to turn them into living monsters? Would it work on something organic…undead? Can you monsterfy something that already used to be a monster? Bears investigating…

It was a nice distraction in my mind but I am ashamed to admit that I didn't look where I was going, bumped into someone and dropped my school books and notes. "Oh, I'm terribly sorry. Let me help you." At least he was polite and…oh drat, it was the gold Ranger in civilian form. And he was more handsome up close. Don't be a hormonal teen.

"I should have watched where you're going. Luckily these papers didn't get dirty." He said as he gathered the notes and books and handed them back to me. "Here you go, no harm done. Or is it? You're not hurt too badly? No bruises? Didn't fall down right, you need a nurse? Should I get help? Speak if you're all right…"

Damn why is he just as kind and sweet as he is handsome. Please try to be likeable, you are my enemy and you don't know it. I need to say something. "Don't worry I don't have drain bamage…I mean brain damage…" a pause. "Hi?" really smooth, Ophelia. Now he thinks you're a moron.

"Oof, that's a relief." Either he didn't notice or he didn't want to make things awkward for me. Whatever, the better. "Let me make it up to you. Er…shall I treat you to a lunch? Not that I try to pick you up or something just wanting to do something nice for being a klutz and…" Oh god, he is awkward as well. Please, Goldy, try to stop being endearing. I don't need…oh, my stomach growled. Forgot to eat this morning. Busy you know, Math test, gym class, creating monsters to conquer the world…My life's weird.

Well can't do any harm to take up on his offer for lunch. It's not like it'll affect anything else on the battlefield later. And maybe he could study him a bit and see what makes him tick. Like what does he like? How did he get those shiny white teeth so pearly. Why is that handsome smile so genuine…Damn it! Focus! "What's your name?"

Name? Oh right. "Odi-er, Ophelia." Careful, almost blurted something out. "Cheese to meet you…Pleased to meet you." I should stop talking.

"Well, I'm Aiden. Now er…do you like cheeseburgers? I know a place that has some whom are out of this world. They're my favorite." His favorite food is cheeseburgers too…please universe, stop tempting me.

I was hungry for Aiden…I mean, cheeseburgers, so I take him up on his offer. "Er…sure." I smiled a bit to put him at ease. Maybe it wouldn't be bad to hang out with him when we're both off the clock. Maybe she could get something out of him, learn how he works…it's not like I am making excuses for a date. No, not at all. Just a long game. Pureshade would appreciate the deception. Fulcifer, the stupid bastard got himself killed (f***ing called it) so whom cares what he thought.

It couldn't be that hard, would it? Just have some fun on the side, don't get too attached. I could resist his charms and trick him into spilling some beans. Yeah, I can work with this. It will not throw me off my game. "You know, you have a pretty smile." What? "I mean it doesn't mean the rest of you isn't pretty because it but, I like your smile. Oh, sorry am I being weird? If so, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to."

This is going to be difficult…Oh well, I could use that cheeseburger. You know what, the moment's gone. I am just going to take him up that cheeseburger and later make myself less of a mess. Get it out of my system so I can focus on my mission in full, right? Right?

Well, f***!

NOTES

Well, this is how my reimagining of Ninja Steel Starts. Most of the enemies are mystical beings like Ninninger, not aliens. I already transferred the Galaxy Warriors aspect over to another season.

Odious is Ophelia, a human girl and very female unlike Kyuemon. She is also the only one whom keeps her name. The others...

Wu Kang, is after a Chinese moon deity. And Gengetsu Kibaoni's name means Fanged Oni Paraselene (aka mock moon/dog moon)

Fulcifer is Raizo Gabi. It is derived from fulmin, or lightning. Raizo Gabi means 'Moth Eyebrowed Lightning storage'.

Pureshade is Masakage Tsugomori, which is literally 'pure dark shadow'.

Hitokarage is derived from 'Lumping together' so Amassins. Amassed and Assassins.

Mick is still alien but he brought his ship which becomes the UFOmaru/UFO zords. And while most monsters are mystical, a few select ones are going to appear as Mick's former slave masters later on.

Also this is more focused on Ophelia then the Rangers. Only detail I thought off for now is for the Gold Ranger to be named Aiden. Levi's original name. FOr now, may make changes later.

Not immediately doing a follow up chapter on this, just trying something from the villain POV. Hope it may explain enough how her fall to darkness came to be...and how she still shows the potential for change for the better.