Usagi Yojimbo Meets Mighty Morphin Power Rangers

Power Rangers Meet Usagi Yojimbo: First Look Revealed

As fans celebrate the monumental 40-year legacy of Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo, a surprise crossover is on the horizon. BOOM! Studios has teamed up with Dark Horse Comics and Hasbro to bring us the epic Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Usagi Yojimbo #1. This collaboration, set to hit shelves in September 2024, promises to merge the worlds of the Ronin Rabbit and the iconic Power Rangers in an adventure that fans won’t want to miss.

A Legendary Collaboration

Crafted by veteran Power Rangers writer Ryan Parrott, with art by Shawn Daley (Ogre), colors by James Fenner (Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Shapeshifters), and lettering by Ed Dukeshire (Once & Future), this crossover is poised to be a visual and narrative treat. The story begins with the Power Rangers battling another of Rita Repulsa’s schemes. However, something unexpected happens—their morphers malfunction, sending them hurtling back in time to Japan’s Edo era.

Once in the past, the Rangers encounter a mysterious figure named Ogasawara who needs their help. But the real challenge comes when they face a new, unexpected enemy. The Rangers must navigate this ancient world, solve the mystery, and find their way back home before it’s too late.

Stunning Visuals and Covers

This special issue is wrapped in a stunning main cover by Taurin Clarke (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers). Additionally, a series of variant covers will be available, featuring the talents of Stan Sakai, Emi Fujii, Jared Cullum (Usagi Yojimbo: Ice and Snow), Goñi Montes (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return), and Takeshi Miyazawa (Mech Cadets). Each cover promises to be a collector’s item, bursting with color and creativity.

A New Era for BOOM! Studios

This crossover marks a significant moment for BOOM! Studios, known for their heavy-hitting titles like BRZRKR, Grim, and Damn Them All. The studio has continually pushed boundaries in the comic world, and this latest collaboration is no exception. With a lineup that includes Dune: House Corrino, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, and The Expanse: Dragon Tooth, BOOM! Studios is solidifying its place as a powerhouse in the comic industry.

Mark Your Calendars

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Usagi Yojimbo #1 is set to crash into comic shops on September 25, 2024. Fans can pre-order their copies now at local comic shops or snag digital versions on Kindle, iBooks, and Google Play. It’s morphing time, and this crossover promises to be an unforgettable adventure.

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