Power Rangers Dino Thunder, Heather Ray [top 20 books to read txt] 📗

could live normal, peaceful lives, without the threat of annihilation hovering over their heads.

Unfortunately, Kat couldn't see his point of view.

"Tommy, can't you see? There will always

be evil in this universe. Even Zordon couldn't stop it all, and he sacrificed every ounce of his power and even his life! How much are you going to sacrifice?"

He'd anticipated her support. Just like when she fought beside him as the Pink Ranger, her absolute faith and trust augmenting his own strength and determination. He expected her to be his foundation, a steady pillar to lean on in his struggles. He expected her to wait for him.

"I can't do this anymore. I can't keep watching you disappear on some mission, staring at the phone and dreading what message might come. Do you have any

idea what I went through after that island exploded, and you barely got away? Or when you fought Serpentera and the Machines on the moon? Jason has settled down, T.J. has settled down... even Andros has retired! But you will never leave the Morpher behind. Never."

He'd denied her accusation, of course, but it was hard to back up his promises. Actions spoke louder than words, after all.

"I'm not trying to force more promises out of you. I just can't stand by and watch you risk your life constantly. I... have to go back to Australia for a while. I don't know when I'll be back, so I'm not asking you to wait for me."

And that had been that. Not quite a breakup, but at the very least an indefinite pause in their relationship. She'd been out of his life for over half a year.

Not like he'd tried to change her mind. Instead, he'd buried himself deeper into his work, striving tirelessly to harness the power of the Dino Gems, and create a fighting force capable of protecting the planet. Busy minds had little time to feel loneliness or loss, but idle minds could drown in their sorrow.

Enough of this. I have a big day ahead of me.

Resolved not to wallow in self-pity all night long, Dr. Oliver climbed out of bed, grabbed a bottle of medication from his dresser drawer, and swallowed two blue pills.

Twenty minutes later he slept, but even his dreams were haunted by those blue eyes.

Chapter Three

Four hours later, Tommy stood in his subterranean laboratory, one hand holding a steaming mug of sludge-like coffee, the other rubbing the back of his neck. His eyes were bloodshot with dark circles, but nonetheless they were fully alert.

The sadness was gone. The loneliness was gone. All that was left was the determined scientist, the man who carried the world on his shoulders.

"We're ready for the colors," Hayley reported, typing a series of code into the computer. "Have you decided, Tommy?"

He nodded. "First, the Tyrannosaurus. It'll be Red."

"Red it is," Hayley responded, entering the command.

"The Triceratops," he glanced to Justin, who watched him with awe in his eyes. "Blue."

The Blue Turbo Ranger gave his former leader, trusted friend, personal hero, honorary big brother, and mentor a thrilled smile, which Tommy immediately returned.

"That leaves one more," Hayley spoke, "The Pterodactyl."

It should be Pink, but what would it feel like working with another Pink Ranger? It's not the same uniform, not even close... but even still, I'll think of her every time I see that costume. It's not wrong to spare myself from that... is it?

His voice carried no hint of indecision as he made his choice. "Yellow."

Hayley keyed in the command, heedless to the weight of that decision. But it didn't get past Justin. The young man's smile quickly fell, and his questioning gaze sought Tommy's.

Tommy refused to give anything away.

After another half-hour of programming, Hayley tapped the final Enter key with a flourish. "All done!"

A hologram coalesced a few feet away, drawing everyone's attention. Three forms materialized, each one standing tall and proud, ready to carry on the legacy.

"Presenting, the Dino Thunder Power Rangers!"

Tommy looked at each costume in turn, and nodded his final approval.

Character Thesaurus

Dino Rangers

After uncovering the Dino Gems, Tommy forms a new team of Power Rangers to use a fusion of Dinosaur DNA and Technology to fight against the evil forces of Mesogog, and stop them from returning the Earth to the era of the Dinosaurs.

At the Cyberspace, the Rangers hang out in their spare time. Inside the Dino Lab, located under Tommy's house, they get ready for battle against evil.

Conner - Red Dino Ranger, Triassic Dino Ranger

Full Name:

Conner McKnight
Ranger Designation:

Red Dino Ranger, Triassic Dino Ranger
Weapons:

Thundermax Saber, Tyranno Staff, Shield of Triumph
Gear:

Dino Morpher, Triassic Morpher, Raptor Rider, Raptor Cycle
Zords:

Tyrannozord, Mezodon Rover, Cephalazord, Dimetrozord, Parasaurzord, Ankylozord

Conner is the star of the Reefside High soccer team. When he first becomes the Red Ranger, he only thinks about himself, but he soon realized the value of being there for others. Conner's Dino Gem gives him the ability of super speed and the Tyrannozord to fight on his side.

Once Conner is able to believe in himself, others are able to as well. With power of all five Dino Gems, he uses the Shield of Triumph to become the Triassic Ranger, and command the Mezodon Rover. After realizing his passion for protecting others, Conner is able to discover his true potential by unlocking the Battlizer.

Conner used up the remainder of his Dino Gem energy in the final battle against Mesogog. He later goes on to start his own soccer camp. In 20 years, he will have become famous for his soccer camps all over the country.

At his one year High School reunion, Conner is brought to the future by Broodwing where he, Ethan, and Kira meet up with the S.P.D. Rangers. Though their battles are legendary, they must prove to Commander Cruger and the other S.P.D. Rangers their true courage. Conner took a liking to Syd, but she wasn't very receptive.

Ethan - Blue Dino Ranger

Full Name:

Ethan James
Ranger Designation:

Blue Dino Zord
Weapons:

Thundermax Saber, Tricera Shield
Gear:

Dino Morpher, Raptor Rider, Raptor Cycle, Hovercraft Cycle
Zords:

Tricerazord

Ethan is intrigued when he finds his Dino Gem. After realizing what's at stake, he glady becomes the Blue Ranger. Ethan uses the Tricera Armor to protect his skin and increase his stregnth and calls upon the mighty Tricerazord in the fight against evil. As a champion gamer, Ethan loves to play video games and surf the web. So much that he often becomes distracted, but after being zapped into a video game, Tommy reminds him that being a Ranger isn't a game. He learns that he must be prepared for anything.

Ethan used up the remainder of his Dino Gem energy in the final battle against Mesogog. He later goes on to attend classes at Reefside Tech. In 20 years, he will have become well known for writing software programs for various companies including S.P.D.

At his one year High School reunion, Ethan is brought to the future by Broodwing where he, Conner, and Kira meet up with the S.P.D. Rangers. Though their battles are legendary, they must prove to Commander Cruger and the other S.P.D. Rangers their true courage. Ethan is highly impressed by S.P.D. technology.

Kira - Yellow Dino Ranger

Full Name:

Kira Ford
Ranger Designation:

Yellow Dino Ranger
Weapons:

Thundermax Saber, Ptera Grips
Gear:

Dino Morpher, Raptor Rider, Raptor Cycle
Zords:

Pterazord

As a lone musician, Kira is best able to express herself in her music. She doesn't want anything to do with the Dino Gems at first, because it's just too weird for her, but when Dr. Oliver recruits her as the Yellow Ranger, she decides to put aside her fears. She uses the Ptera Scream to stop evil in their tracks, and pilots the powerful Pterazord. Kira learns to look beyond people's stereotypes, and realize that despite their flaws, that they can be friends.

Kira used up the remainder of her Dino Gem energy in the final battle against Mesogog. She later moves to New York to try and get a recording contract. In 20 years, she will have become a huge singing sensation.

At her one year High School reunion, Kira is brought to the future by Broodwing where she, Conner, and Ethan meet up with the S.P.D. Rangers. Though their battles are legendary, they must prove to Commander Cruger and the other S.P.D. Rangers their true courage. Kira finds that she was an inspiration for Syd to follow in her footsteps.

Tommy - Black Dino Ranger

Full Name:

Tommy Oliver
Ranger Designation:

Black Dino Ranger
Weapons:

Brachio Staff
Gear:

Brachio Morpher, Raptor Rider, Dino ATV
Zords:

Brachiozord, Dimetrozord, Parasaurzord, Ankylozord, Stegazord

Tommy has a long history as a Power Ranger. Originally the Green Power Ranger, he is forced to fight for evil. Fortunately, the spell is broken and he redeems himself as he later becomes the White Power Ranger. Tommy