After recently announcing the launch of their upcoming Go Go Power Rangers project, BOOM! Studios are set to release a new graphic novel putting the notorious Psycho Rangers in the limelight.
The joint creation of esteemed writer Paul Allor, artist Giuseppe Cafaro and colourist Marcelo Costa, Saban“s Power Rangers: The Psycho Path is a unique addition to the Power Rangers story that seeks to shock and surprise fans with its shadowy edge.
A Galactic Struggle
Exploring the roots of the menacing enemies of the Power Rangers, the Psycho Rangers, Saban“s Power Rangers: The Psycho Path sees the battle between dark and light change lives in what is a startlingly original tale. The struggle takes place in outer space as the obscure past of these evil rangers is revealed.
Fans will remember that Karone created the Psycho Rangers back when she was still the malevolent Astronema, making sure that a hatred for the Power Rangers was hard-wired into their programming. The group disappeared after being vanquished by the Power Rangers but now the Psycho Rangers are back and hellbent on murderous revenge.
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Paul Allor is a highly-acclaimed writer who has written for a wealth of comic book titles including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and GI Joe. This time around, Allor’s story is rumoured to be filled with plot twists and unexpected turns, making it one of the most promising installations in the Power Rangers anthology for some time.
“This book is not what you think it’s going to be. And I suspect you’ll love what it is.”“Â said Allor.
A Powerful and Dark Universe
Comic book artist Giuseppe Cafaro is an Italian illustrator who has been making waves in the industry for almost a decade. Cafaro has worked on some of the best loved titles in the business including Catwoman, Suicide Squad, and Superman/Wonder Woman. Having previously worked on Power Rangers: Soul of the Dragon, he was an obvious choice to work on this latest adventure. Cafaro is known to take well to dark subject matter and with The Psycho Path thought to be one of the most twisted stories in the series to date, the experienced Italian looks set to show off some of his finest work.
Featuring a gorgeous cover by the revered illustrator Diego Galindo, who has previously worked on Mighty Morphin“ Power Rangers, this is set to be one of the most exciting installations for ages.
Turned Upside Down
The rise of dark forces and conflicting personal identities are just some of the themes tackled in this exciting addition to the series. In turning the established universe upside down, the team behind The Psycho Path set the scene for a uniquely twisted installment.
“Things get dark and dire in space, giving fans a chance to glimpse into the shadows behind the mysterious rebirth of these twisted versions of the original mighty heroes.”“ said Dafna Pleban, Senior Editor, BOOM! Studios.
The crux of this story lies in the question of whether the psychos can be stopped before tearing down the fabric of the entire universe. Karone and Andros face their toughest duel to date as they go to galactic war against these bloodthirsty rangers and try to decipher who brought them back, and for what reason.
With epic stories like these, the comic book and graphic novel industry is currently experiencing something of a boom, with an increasingly wide variety of topics being tackled by creative teams across the globe. Alongside classics like Power Rangers, graphic novels based on the lives of Lionel Messi, Vivian Im and blues legend Robert Johnson are just a few titles currently available to buy.
Saban“s Power Rangers: The Psycho Path goes on sale October 9, 2019.
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