The Red Ranger Reimagined: How Power Rangers Corrects 30 Years of Franchise History
Introducing Amelia, the groundbreaking new Red Ranger and leader of the Power Rangers! Breaking barriers, she becomes the first recurring female Red Ranger in the franchise's 30-year history, making her the perfect fit for the epic Power Rangers Cosmic Fury
The introduction of the new Red Ranger in Power Rangers Cosmic Fury marks an unprecedented event in the franchise's 30-year history. After the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers reunion in Power Rangers: Once Always, Cosmic Fury continues the franchise's 30th anniversary celebration. Serving as the 30th Power Rangers season, this is a significant milestone for the franchise that originated with Zordon recruiting "five teenagers with attitude" to combat Rita Repulsa in 1993.
In an impressive feat, the Power Rangers Cosmic Fury team has surpassed the Mighty Morphin record by becoming the first full set of Rangers to appear for three consecutive seasons since the franchise's inception. This season stands out as being partially adapted from a Super Sentai series, resulting in a greater amount of original footage compared to recent Power Rangers shows. Additionally, there is a notable change in leadership, with a new Red Ranger taking charge of the team, distinguishing Cosmic Fury from its predecessor, Dino Fury.
Amelia Is Power Rangers’ New Red Ranger (& The Leader)
Amelia, who currently portrays the Pink Ranger in Power Rangers Dino Fury, will now be taking on the role of the Red Ranger in Power Rangers Cosmic Fury. This exciting news was confirmed by actress Hunter Deno, who portrays Amelia, via Twitter. Unlike previous instances such as the character Rocky in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, where the second Red Ranger was not the leader of the team, Amelia will now not only be the Red Ranger but also the team's leader in Cosmic Fury.
The reason behind this change and how Amelia will take on both roles is unclear at the moment. This is particularly intriguing considering that Dino Fury's Red Ranger, Zayto, returned from the dead in the Season 2 finale. Zayto was brought back to life with the assistance of the Morphin Masters, who resurrected him after he sacrificed himself to vanquish the Void Queen.
Cosmic Fury draws inspiration from Uchu Sentai Kyuranger, while Dino Fury was based on Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger. As a result, fans were anticipating new Power Rangers costumes, Zords, and powers for Cosmic Fury. It's worth noting that the Cosmic Fury suits are original designs created specifically for the show, and not borrowed from Kyuranger.
With Amelia taking on the role of the Red Ranger, Zayto will now assume the mantle of the Zenith Ranger. This mysterious new form will feature the return of the cape that Zayto had at the end of Dino Fury Season 2.
Power Rangers Never Had A Recurrent Female Red Ranger Leader Before
Amelia is not the first female Power Rangers character to lead a team of Rangers. In Mighty Morphin Alien Rangers, Delphine served as the White Ranger and led the Power Rangers of Aquitar, much like how Tommy, the White Ranger, led his team despite the presence of a Red Ranger. However, it took six more years for another female Power Rangers leader to emerge. Pink Ranger Jen Scotts took charge of the team in Power Rangers Time Force. Following that, Yellow Ranger Taylor Earhardt became the leader in Power Rangers Wild Force. It's worth noting that Red Ranger Charlie from Power Rangers S.P.D. also led her team, but they were evil Power Rangers.
It's important to mention that Red Ranger Lauren Shiba only made a brief appearance in Power Rangers Super Samurai, appearing in five episodes where she temporarily replaced Jayden. Amelia Jones will be the first female Power Ranger to hold the recurring role of Red Ranger and serve as a team leader in the TV canon. This is a significant moment in a franchise that has featured numerous Power Rangers teams over the course of 30 years. A similar development has occurred in the BOOM! Power Rangers comics, where Trini, the former Mighty Morphin Yellow Ranger, now leads the Omega Rangers as the Red Ranger following Jason's departure.
Amelia Is The Perfect Red Ranger For Power Rangers Cosmic Fury
Power Rangers Dino Fury eventually featured a roster of six Rangers, with Pink Ranger Amelia and Blue Ranger Ollie being the first two to join the team. Amelia was actually the very first character introduced in Power Rangers Dino Fury, providing the viewers with a perspective into this new group of characters and their locations. Zayto had the dual role of being both a leader and mentor to the newly recruited Pink and Blue Rangers. However, as the story progressed, Amelia and Ollie themselves had to step into the role of mentors to welcome Izzy and Javi, who also needed training to become Power Rangers.
One of the most unexpected twists in Power Rangers Dino Fury was the revelation that Pink Ranger Amelia hailed from Rafkon, just like Zayto and Aiyon. Given that Power Rangers Cosmic Fury takes place in space, it is reasonable to speculate that Amelia's Rafkonian background could be the reason behind her assuming the role of the Red Ranger. Amelia's past played a central role in the narrative of Power Rangers Dino Fury, and the climactic battle of the show pitted the Pink Ranger against her own mother. With these developments, it seems highly logical for Amelia to take on the role of the Red Ranger and become the leader of the team in the upcoming Power Rangers Cosmic Fury, especially considering Zayto's acquisition of a new form.
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