Top 50 Darkest Moments on Power Rangers

Power Rangers Super Megaforce (2014)

With Orion trapped in his lair, Vrak's master plan has begun using drills to demolish the Earth from within. Robo Knight storms the base to stop Vrak, but the devious prince activates the lairs self-destruction. The robotic Ranger bravely charges in to rescue Orion, only to be caught in the explosion. The Rangers watch as the light from his Ranger key fades away, indicating that their mechanized ally has perished. Robo Knights last heroic act saved Orions life, ensuring his sacrifice would not be in vain. However, it left us scratching our heads when Robo Knight unexpectedly returned in the season finale with no buildup or explanation. What a way to dampen a genuine tragedy.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993-95)

In the penultimate episode of the Green With Evil arc, Rita has set a trap for the Rangers. She ambushes them with Goldar, Scorpina, AND a giant Green Ranger, while a solar eclipse drains the Megazords power. Ultimately, the three villains overpower our heroes. While the Rangers evacuate safely, theyre forced to watch helplessly as the powerless zords plunge into a chasm and sink into the center of the Earth. This was undoubtedly the Rangers first devastating loss. With Zordon still out of action and now their best tools down for the count, it looks like Rita has finally triumphed. This only makes both Zordon and the Zords return in the next episode all the more satisfying.

Power Rangers Megaforce (2013)

With Vrak wounded by the Rangers, Metal Alice his robotic general - leaps in to destroy her masters most hated enemies, absolutely refusing to fail him. Shes mortally wounded, begging for her Masters forgiveness. And what does she get in return? Vrak calls her obsolete and leaves her to die, not even flinching as she explodes. Even if she was an evil android, you could feel Metal Alices anguish over failing Vrak, remaining devoted to him until the end. Tragically, Vraks only loyalty is to himself and the upcoming invasion. Unfortunately for the Rangers, Vraks callousness to his most loyal servant is the least of their worries as his allies arrive to lay waste to the Earth.

Power Rangers Ninja Storm (2003)

Blake and Hunter, the Thunder Rangers, have kidnapped the Wind Ninja Rangers Sensei and plan to kill him. Theyre convinced that Sensei was the one who killed their parents... until the ghosts of their parents appear and reveal the truth. To no ones surprise, Lothor was the one who murdered their parents and then manipulated the brothers into doing his dirty work. While trusting Lothor wasnt the smartest move, we cant say we blame them. They were grieving and so desperate for revenge that they would believe anything. Our hearts clenched as the two tearfully watched their parents fade away, the reality of their so-called masters treachery finally sinking in.

Power Rangers Cosmic Fury (2023)

Since his return, Lord Zedd had formed a heated rivalry with Ollie, the Dino Fury Blue Ranger. He tried to brainwash him, but the spell was broken by the end of the episode. At the start of Cosmic Fury, Zedd manages to brainwash Ollie again... only this time, the effects last much longer. He becomes the Evil Emperors apprentice for the majority of the season, heeding his masters twisted advice, and willingly trying to destroy his friends and girlfriend, Amelia. Mind-controlled Rangers are nothing new for this franchise, but its eerie to see Ollie so eager to betray his loved ones with a devious smirk on his face. Thankfully, he breaks free from Zedds control before the seasons end.

Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue (2000)

When we last saw Trakeena, she had mutated into a bug monster and was seemingly destroyed by Leo on Terra Venture. However, one year later in the Lost Galaxy and Lightspeed Rescue team-up, its revealed that she survived and returned to human form. She has been gathering life energy to return to her insectoid form, but the demon prince Olympius has other plans. He corrupts her transformation, causing her to mutate into a feral, demonic monstrosity. The once feisty insect queen has been reduced to another mindless beast for the Rangers to destroy. Everything that made her unique and one of the series standout villains has been robbed from her by Olympius deception.

Power Rangers Zeo (1996)

Poor Tommy cant seem to stop being brainwashed. This time around, hes been abducted by Prince Gasket, who uses a helmet to rewrite Tommys brainwaves. The sight of Tommy alone in a dark room, strapped to a chair, and having his mind rewired by an intimidating helmet is horrifying enough. The nightmare of him being abducted by the White Ranger makes it twice as terrifying. When Tommy awakens, he has no memory of his former life. He is easily deceived into believing that he is the King of the Machine Empire and that the Power Rangers are the most evil force in the universe. Compared to Tommys other brainwashing episodes, the horrific imagery made this one more unnerving.

Power Rangers Dino Fury (2021-22)

Santauras transformation into Void Queen may have seemed sudden, but once we learn her backstory, its a lot more understandable. Years ago, she, her husband Tarrick, and their infant daughter arrived on Earth and were imprisoned in Area 62. When the base was evacuated, the couple was forced to give up their only child. Santaura was knocked out cold, believing their baby had perished. It was supposed to be a simple scavenging mission. Instead, Santaura lost nearly everything she held dear no wonder she hated humankind. In one last major twist, we learn that not only is her daughter alive and well, but shes also Amelia, the Pink Dino Fury Ranger.

Power Rangers Dino Super Charge (2016)

In the Dino Super Charge season finale, Sledge has captured the Earth and plans to sell it for scrap. The only way to save everyone is to destroy the Dark Energem. With everyone on Earths help, the Rangers succeed... but at a heavy price. The Dark Energems destruction creates a massive blackhole that swallows up Sledges ship... and the entire planet as well. The Power Rangers were meant to be the guardians of Earth. Yet one misguided decision cost them everything and everyone they had sworn to protect. While they undo their mistake in the end, thanks to time-travelling, its hard for us to forget one of the most catastrophic blunders in any Ranger teams career.

Power Rangers Beast Morphers (2019-20)

Evoxs endgame has been unleashed he plans to take command of the worlds Morph-X Towers to energize himself and conquer the world. Steel, the robot Silver Ranger, has him cornered and tries to deliver the finishing blow, but his attempt is in vain. Evox blasts at Steel, and after a heartfelt goodbye to his brother Nate, he completely disintegrates. Steels sacrifice was a heart-wrenching ordeal. He had proven time and again that he was more than a robot. He was a natural-born hero, and the brother Nate needed. But his loss motivated the Rangers to put an end to Evoxs terror. In the aftermath, Steel is miraculously resurrected and given a well-earned real boy ending.

Power Rangers Dino Fury (2021-22)

While he antagonized the Rangers, Tarrick aka Void Knight - wasnt pure evil. Everything he did was to revive his ailing wife, Santaura. Unfortunately, its not a happy reunion when he gets his wish. Obsessed with getting revenge on humanity, Santaura uses the Sporix to become the Void Queen, then forcibly transforms her beloved husband into the Void King. Any trace of Tarricks goodness is extinguished. All that remains is a brainwashed slave, devoted to his queen and dedicated to destroying the Rangers and all of humankind. Thankfully, he returns to normal in the penultimate episode after a tearful reunion with his daughter, Amelia.

Power Rangers Cosmic Fury (2023)

After Zaytos heroic sacrifice, our hearts swelled with joy seeing him return to life to lead the Dino Fury Rangers into space. And yet, something changed when he was brought back he became more fatigued and slept through most of the voyage. Eventually, it was revealed that when Zayto was revived, he was kept alive mostly by magic... and every time he used his abilities, he drained most of his life force. In the end, he used up the last of his life energy to protect his friends from Zedd. However, as he sheds his mortal life, he is reborn as a Morphin Master, continuing to be a hero as he helps protect the Morphin Grid.

Power Rangers Wild Force (2002)

They may have been bumbling henchmen, but Jindrax and Toxicas loyalties to their masters are unquestioned. Toxica went so far as to cut off her only horn to kidnap Princess Shayla for Mandilok, even though it would severely weaken her. How is she thanked for her loyalty? Mandilok callously disregards her suffering and then uses her as a shield against the Rangers attack. Jindrax can only watch in horror as his best friend perishes before his eyes. Poor Toxica paid the price for showing devotion to a master who only cared for himself. But Mandilok would learn next episode that what goes around comes around.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995)

After being sealed away for 6,000 years by Zordon, Ivan Ooze is back and out for revenge. He effortlessly breaks into the Command Center and wastes no time laying waste to the base. With the Command Center in ruins, the Rangers lose their powers. Worst of all, Zordon slowly ages to death outside of his time warp. Sadly, even when the Rangers find the new powers, theyre too late, and their father figure peacefully passes on. Miraculously, their new power allows them to restore Zordons life and the Command Center. Between the lairs brutal destruction and the iconic mentor on his deathbed, the Rangers first cinematic experience set the bar for how harrowing they could be.

Power Rangers Wild Force (2002)

Since the beginning, Toxica has suspected that Master Org isnt what he claims to be. When she and Jindrax investigate, they learn the horrifying truth their so-called Master is a human. With the truth uncovered, Master Org ensnares them in vines and transforms them into super orgs. All of their doubts are wiped away as theyre brainwashed into his mindless slaves, with only faint traces of their real selves remaining. Meanwhile, Master Org is free to keep up his masquerade as a true org unopposed. Thankfully, the two generals would return to normal a few episodes later. Their treacherous leader would pay the price for deceiving them all this time.

Power Rangers Dino Thunder (2004)

Its plain to see that Zeltrax had a bone to pick with Tommy, but have you ever wondered why? It turns out that Zeltrax was once a human named Terrance Smith, or Smitty, who worked with Tommy and Anton Mercer. When Tommy got picked over Smith for a new job, Smitty went to work for another company... only to get caught in a fatal accident. While we thankfully dont see Smittys injuries, they were severe enough for Mesogog to rebuild him into the cyborg warrior, Zeltrax. Since that day, he blamed Tommy and vowed to end his life as revenge for the one that was stolen from him.

Power Rangers RPM (2009)

Among the many reasons why RPM is one of the darkest seasons is our leading heroes backstories. Flynn had heroic ambitions, but was constantly discouraged by others. Summer was a spoiled rich girl who learned selflessness after losing the only person who genuinely cared for her. Scott was an Air Force pilot who lost his older brother during the Battle of Corinth. Ziggy was a member of the Mafia who abandoned the Cartel to save an orphanage, but kept it a secret to protect them. Dillon was separated from his sister, experimented on with Venjix implants, and had all his memories stolen from him. Doctor Ks backstory is dark enough for its own entry, and its a doozy.

Mighty Morphin Alien Rangers (1996)

Since the very start of the franchise, the Command Center had been the Rangers most sacred stronghold and the home of Zordon and Alpha. But at the end of the Alien Rangers arc, their world comes tumbling down as a bomb placed under the Command Center is detonated. While the Rangers are safely teleported out, Alpha and Zordon are left behind in the final blast. The Rangers can only look on helplessly as their HQ is reduced to rubble. Billy, the very last of the original five Teens, takes this loss the hardest. Thankfully, its later revealed that Zordon and Alpha survived the explosion. A new base rises from the ashes of the Command Center the Power Chamber.

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999)

In our first chapter in the Post-Zordon era, a new team of heroes has just pulled the Quasar Sabers from the stone, proving their worthiness as the newest Power Rangers. However, its not a time for celebration as theyre faced with not one, but two tragedies back-to-back. First, Maya is forced to watch as her planet and loved ones are turned to stone by Furios spell. Next, Mike falls to his supposed death and passes his Red Ranger title to his little brother, Leo. Normal humans would fall apart after a tragic double-whammy. And yet, the Galaxy Rangers keep fighting on, determined to protect the universe and bring justice to those who had fallen on their first day.

Power Rangers Cosmic Fury (2023)

While on the planet Zordnia, the Rangers discover an altar that can unlock the Cosmic Fury zords. Bravely, Javi inserts the Morphin Master staff to unlock the altar, only to get blasted by lightning. Javi survives, and the new zords are unlocked, but Javi's right arm was disintegrated in the blast. We're thankful there was no bloodshed, but the sight of his missing limb was enough to send Javi into shock and fill us with dread. Javi would later be given a robotic prosthetic, but seeing him lose his limb is a grim reminder: even if you survive a battle, it doesnt mean you come back fully intact.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993-95)

The loss of any technology can be pretty depressing, though losing all of the Thunderzords has to be hitting a new low. As the Rangers get in their iconic robots and do battle against Rito, they eventually get overpowered and are de-morphed. With the bad guys given the advantage, the Thunderzords are demolished. While the fights are known to be campy, the Thunderzords losing their limbs as explosions occur all around them is a grizzly sight for the Rangers. It doesnt just leave them powerless and without their biggest weapons, it also leaves them visibly shaken. Yeah, kind of a bummer

Power Rangers Time Force (2001)

It shouldnt be too hard to see how losing all of your humanity can be deeply tragic. For Dr. Louis Fericks, he once had a normal life, but that all changed when he became Frax. As the vengeful cyborg, hed ally with the villain Ransik, but hed secretly harbor hatred for him. It makes sense since he was the one who blew up his lab and set him on his path in the first place. Hed take measures against him later by destroying the serum Ransik needs to live, and while that revenge was a good start, itd take a lot to right the wrongs that happened.

Power Rangers (2017)

From the opening scene, it was obvious that the 2017 Power Rangers movie would be the darkest live-action Power Rangers movie yet. It was packed with mature themes and saw the heroes dealing with more realistic and hard hitting problems. The bleakest moment came when Rita tied up all the Rangers. She threatens to kill them if they dont tell her where the precious Zeo Crystal is. To protect his friends, Blue Ranger Billy gives up the crystals location. Rita thanks him by letting him drown. His friends are forced to carry him back to the base while theyre still mourning. Although Billy gets a second chance at life, the scene of his death is an image we cant get out of our heads.

Power Rangers Super Samurai (2012)

When you look at the facts, Dekers whole life is dark on its own. He was cursed as a half-human/half-nighlok with no memory of his former life. All Deker had was an insatiable need to find a worthy opponent to break his curse. After two seasons of build-up, he finally gets his ultimate duel against red ranger Jayden. Despite how exhausted both warriors get, Deker refuses to quit. He keeps going even when hes too tired to lift his sword. Although Jaden doesnt want to strike the final blow, Deker still keeps trying to provoke his opponent. When blue ranger Kevin strikes the villain down, he happily embraces the end in a truly grim scene.

Power Rangers Dino Thunder (2004)

The villainous dinosaur humanoid Mesogog is one scary foe. A particularly scary moment of his is when he captures the White Dino Ranger Trent Mercer. In captivity, Mesogog attempts to kill Trent. Its certainly a bleak moment, but what makes it even more messed up is that Mesogog is the monstrous form of Anton Mercer: Trents dad. While Anton is able to get back in control and save him, the danger that he put his son into is still horrifying regardless. Its going to take a lot of therapy to repair this father-son bond!

Power Rangers in Space (1998)

When playing with her brother Andros on their home planet KO-35, Karone is eventually captured by the villainous Darkonda. It shouldnt be hard to see how being snatched from your home as a child can be a frightening experience. But whats worse is shes then sent to an entirely new planet where shes trained by Ecliptor to become a warrior. Unfortunately, this wouldnt be the last time shes exploited either. In part two of Dark Scepters Revenge from Power Rangers in Space, she gets completely brainwashed by Ecliptor. In essence, her entire childhood is robbed just so she could become a weapon for sinister people. Her tragic backstory shows that theres some truly evil lengths that people would go to achieve their goals.

Power Rangers RPM (2009)

Dying is a seriously tough thing to deal with and is plenty dark on its own. But what if you werent just struck down but straight up deleted out of existence? Both Gem and Gemma would have these fates in RPM when they were hit by the full force of the deadly Venjix virus. As their costumes disappear, they slowly fade out of reality as their teammates watch on in terror. Its incredibly bleak just to say the least, and with so many similarly dark moments its easy to see why many consider RPM to be one of the darkest Power Rangers shows.

Power Rangers Samurai (2011-12)

Desperate times can often lead to desperate choices. When the spirit of Yellow Ranger Emily is trapped in the Netherworld, the Rangers have to figure out how to rescue their partner. But the only way to cross into the hellish dimension is giving up your humanity. Once you do that, you turn into a Netherworld demon called a Nighlok. So understandably, this is a pretty difficult choice to make. Eventually, Gold Ranger Antonio is able to come up with a counter solution, but if he didnt, then the Rangers likely wouldve gone through with the first option. While its a noble choice, trading your soul to forever become a monster is nothing if not mortifying.

Power Rangers Jungle Fury (2008)

The memories of our past are things that we hold sacred because they remind us of who we are, so its pretty important that they dont get messed up! But as Jarrod starts training under the tutelage of the evil Carnisoar it becomes pretty clear that hes being manipulated. He gets sent into the inner depths of his mind, and when he does, several core memories become corrupted. This isnt just a gross misuse of Carnisoars disturbing power, but also a step towards essentially brainwashing Jarrod by twisting his memories and changing the outcomes. Though Jarrod later became an ally to the Rangers, he couldve gone down a darker path if Carnisoars plans worked.

Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue (2000)

What lengths would you go to save your family, and do any of them involve making a deal with the devil? That was the decision Captain Mitchell had to make when his son Ryans life was in danger. The villainous demon Diabolico offered to save Ryan, but only because he had nefarious plans for him. The decision is obviously pretty dark and only made worse considering the captain had just seconds to make it. But if that werent all, being abandoned was also the event that would cause Ryan to resent his father as he grew up. Oh, and yeah, having to deal with a villain like Diabolico also ups the creep factor.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993-96)

It turns out that Rita doesnt like it when her evil Green Rangers abandon her. When Tommy turns on her, she conjures up a magic candle that steals Tommys powers as it burns. When Jason goes to retrieve the candle, he is forced to make a difficult decision that would haunt him. An intense battle on earth ends up endangering Tommys life. In order to save his teammate, Jason abandons hopes of getting the candle back and lets Tommys Green Rangers powers fade away. For a famously lighthearted and goofy season, this was a surprisingly grim moment that highlights that not every decision we make will be easy.

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999)

When Terra Venture receives a distress beacon, Mike and Leo lead a team of GSA soldiers on a rescue mission inside an unknown spacecraft. The mission quickly becomes something out of a horror film! Although the ship is dark, covered in webs, and the only parts of the ships crew left are gooey remains, the heroes arent alone. They find themselves being hunted by a vicious and lightning-fast alien monster that picks them off one at a time. A rescue mission quickly becomes a fight to make it out alive! Thankfully, everyone survives in the end. But the tense, foreboding atmosphere makes this one of the scariest episodes of the whole Power Rangers series.

Power Rangers Operation Overdrive (2007)

Throughout Operation Overdrive, there are subtle hints that Mack might be more than meets the eye. Eventually, the truth is found out in one of the biggest plot twists in the series. Its revealed that Mack is actually an android Dr. Hartford designed. He was built only two years prior to the events of the series. To sell the ruse, Mack was given false memories of a childhood that never happened. Suffice it to say, Mack is an emotional mess when all these truths are revealed. Learning that everything he ever believed about his life was all a lie was pretty dark. And if that wasnt disturbing enough for you, theres a lovely shot of Macks detached cyborg head to seal the deal.

Power Rangers Dino Fury (2021-22)

In the high-stakes finale to Dino Fury season 2, the Red Ranger Zayto decides to take one for the team in order to ensure the survival of the other Rangers and the world. His grim decision to sacrifice himself to destroy the Nemesis Beast is an emotional moment just to say the least. Zaytos ultimate sacrifice is a scene that tugs at the heart strings as the Red Ranger is seemingly no more. While he would come back from the dead, his reunion with his friends wouldnt last forever. Either way though, Zaytos death marks a pivotal moment in the series and a major change to the status quo for the team.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993-96)

You know youve hit rock bottom when youre forced to negotiate with the devil. Pink Ranger Kimberly was once held hostage. With her life force fading away, the Rangers are left with no choice but to allow Lord Zedd into the Command Center to make a deal. Zedds demands are simple and wicked. The Rangers must either serve him and pilot his evil zords, or risk letting one of their own perish. This situation is grim enough with the original Pink Rangers life on the line. But seeing the villain sit smugly in the Rangers sacred sanctuary with all the cards in his favor is just bone-chilling.

Power Rangers Wild Force (2002)

For all his life, Cole desperately wanted to know what became of his parents. Tragically, what he finds is not good news. His parents were once close with a human named Dr. Adler. However, the medical professional became bitterly jealous of their love. After turning himself into a monster, Master Org put an end to his suffering by making THEM suffer the ultimate price. Coles parents were good people who were dedicated to protecting the earth. Unfortunately, their lives were cut short because someone they dared to call a friend let his bitterness consume him. Its a heavy storyline that made Coles fight against evil feel a lot more painful and personal.

Power Rangers S.P.D. (2005)

The realization that youre the sole survivor of a conflict can be a lot to handle. Unfortunately, Commander Cruger knows all too well what thats like. The evil emperor Gruumm once invaded the commanders homeworld Sirius. Although Cruger tried his best to lead the charge and fight against the invaders, he lost. He was overpowered, his wife was taken and his planet was conquered. Cruger was left thinking that he was the very last of his kind. That dreaded day haunted Cruger so much that he vowed never to pick up his sword again. But when a shadow of his past comes back to finish him off, he faces his inner demons and fights again.

Power Rangers Samurai (2011)

While Nighloks thrive on human fear and misery, Dayu is arguably more miserable than anyone on earth. Once upon a time, she was a human that was married to Deker. But her love was fatally wounded in a house fire. Dayu was so desperate to save him that she made a deal with the Nighlok king Serrator. After agreeing to trade her humanity so that Deker may live, she realizes that she agreed to a terrible deal. Serrator made Deker half-Nighlok with no memory of his humanity or Dayu. Additionally, he has an unquenchable thirst for combat. Dayu, on the other hand, remembers everything. Shes forced to live with the pain of losing everything she once held dear.

Power Rangers Wild Force (2002)

During the season finale of Wild Force, it seemed like all the orgs had finally been destroyed. Unfortunately, Master Org was alive, recently reached his full power, and had begun his final takeover of Earth. He decides to kick off his conquest by destroying the Animarium. Although the Wild Zords fight valiantly, it's not enough. One by one, Master Org effortlessly slices them into extinction. The end of the zords means that the Rangers no longer have any powers or hope of protecting the world from Master Orgs terror. Seeing these sentient animal fighters fall in battle right before the Rangers eyes made for a disturbing scene.

Power Rangers Mystic Force (2006)

The Mystic Force Rangers learn the hard way that they should never stop appreciating what they have. After winning their fair share of matchups, they become overly dependent on using their magic and keep looking for mystical shortcuts. Sadly, their laziness costs them dearly when the vile Imperious takes advantage of their powers to make an evil wish. The villain changes reality so that the Power Rangers never came to their hometown of Briarwood. As a result, all the good magic and color is sucked away. The city is left at the mercy of the darkness. Worst of all, our heroes are powerless. All they have is the memories of their old lives and the knowledge they caused all this by taking their magic for granted.

Power Rangers Time Force (2001)

Time Force is undeniably one of the most mature seasons of the show. It cemented its role as a serious series from day one. At the very beginning of the series, Alex was the original red Time Force Ranger and Pink Ranger Jens fiancée. Hes tasked with bringing in the mutant warlord Ransik. In the season premiere, the two clash. But Ransik comes out on top and viciously strikes Alex in the back. He lies in his fianceés arms and entrusts her to finish the mission he would never get to complete. For longtime fans, the sight of a Red Ranger dying was incredibly intense and depressing. While Alex would eventually come back due to time travel, his relationship with Jen was never the same.

Power Rangers S.P.D. (2005)

Mirloc is essentially treated like the Hannibal Lecter of the Power Rangers Franchise. Since he has the ability to travel through reflective surfaces, hes kept locked away in a remote facility. But Mirloc gets a visitor when Blue Ranger Sky needs information on a fugitive. The villain agrees to give up vital info if the hero recounts his saddest memory. Reluctantly, Sky tells the story of how his Red Ranger father didnt come home one day. Once the hero sheds a single tear, Mirloc escapes his cell through the tears reflection. What makes this scene worse in hindsight is the fact the villain slayed Skys father. Mirloc literally capitalized on the pain he caused to escape and hurt even more people.

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999)

After gaining more power, the big bad Trakeena completely snaps and orchestrates a ruthless attack on the peaceful city of Terra Venture. Not only does she directly assault the colony with her ship, but she attaches bombs to her Stingwingers to blow up anything they come in contact with. They go on to destroy or seriously damage both structures and megazords. Even her loyal general Villamax is disgusted by her carelessness. What makes this invasion even more horrifying is how closely it parallels other real-world tragedies. Scenes like this showed that there are villains that will go to truly disturbing lengths to beat the Rangers.

Power Rangers Time Force (2001)

Despite being a kid's show, Time Force was not afraid to tackle heavy subjects like prejudice. The audience eventually learns that hatred is why the main villain Ransik became a criminal. As it turns out, he was born as a mutant due to a random accident. Society rejected Ransik solely because he looked different. Since he couldnt bear to live in a world that wouldn't accept him, he decides to raise an army of his own kind to make humans suffer for rejecting him. The villains of this season only exist because society wasnt willing to give him a chance. While Power Ranger big bads dont always get extensive backstories, we definitely understood why Ransik was so evil.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always (2023)

Following the tragic real-life passing of Yellow Ranger actress Thuy Trang, the Mighty Morphin 30th anniversary special finally addresses the fate of her character Trini. Shockingly, a robotic version of Rita Repulsa strikes her down with an energy blast in a battle. Its not the first time a Ranger has ever died in a fight, but it is the first time that we see this Rita ever kill one on screen. In fact, the special is also the first time Mighty Morphin ever uses the word kill! Trinis death doesnt just seal the characters fate, but also shows how Repulsa goes down a much more lethal path. All in all, its a moment that undeniably shifts this franchise into a much darker direction.

Power Rangers Turbo (1997)

When the good mentors are away, the devious Divatox orders her troops to attack the Power Chamber. The Rangers attempt to fight back against the continuous forces. Unfortunately, theyre grossly outnumbered. In the end, the unthinkable happens when Divatox blows up the Power Chamber. The Rangers thankfully survive the tremendous explosion. However, that doesnt make the whole sequence any less intense. And its painful to see the normally bright and majestic Power Chamber darkened and being torn apart bit by bit. Up to this point, Divatox wasn't a very effective villain. But her destruction of the power chamber cemented her place in franchise evil history.

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999)

The Galaxy Rangers werent fond of the Magna Defenders lone warrior attitude. But can you blame him after everything hes endured? Years ago, he was a gallant, benevolent warrior and a father. But one fateful encounter with the evil Scorpius ruined his life. During the battle, Magna Defenders son rushed in to protect his father. But Scorpius snuffs the young soul right out in front of his fathers eyes. Since that horrible day, the Magna Defender strayed from his righteous path and became a vengeful, bitter warrior determined to make Scorpius pay. While he couldve been a better team player, its understandable that hed be so cold after losing so much.

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999)

No matter how much time has passed since the original Pink Galaxy Ranger Kendrixs demise, it never gets less tragic. During a tense battle, the heinous Psycho Pink unleashes a deadly storm that threatens to wipe out Cassie and all of Terra Venture. Kendrix rushes in and silences the storm. Unfortunately, her heroic deed comes at the cost of her life. Behind-the-scenes, this decision was made because actress Valerie Vernon, who played the Ranger, was undergoing treatment for leukemia. It was great to hear that she recovered in real life and was able to return to the show. But until Vernon recovered, her character's death served as a bleak dose of reality that not everyone comes back from a battle alive.

Power Rangers in Space (1998)

During the season finale of In Space, the struggle between good and evil escalated to an all-out war throughout the universe. All the forces of good were left struggling to survive. Longtime Ranger mentor Zordon says the universe can be saved if his energy tube is shattered. Unfortunately, the only person around to do it is the Red Ranger Andros. After agonizing over what needs to be done, the hero agrees to take Zordon out. A reluctant blow from Andros marks the end of an era. Not only did Zordon help many young adults become heroic warriors, but the fans at home spent six seasons with him. Unlike most Ranger deaths, Zordons demise was permanent.

Power Rangers RPM (2009)

Since RPM is set in a world where a sentient computer virus was responsible for eliminating most of the human population, this seasons mere existence is pretty dark. But nothing couldve prepared fans for the reveal of how the world got this way. Power Ranger mentor Doctor K reveals that she was a child prodigy forced to remain inside for most of her formative years. In an attempt to escape the agency that had imprisoned her, she created a virus to disrupt their system. But when Doctor Ks plans are interrupted, her creation escapes out into the world. She has to live with the knowledge that many lives, including the loved ones of some of her Rangers were lost because she wanted freedom.

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