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Power Rangers Ninja Storm: Prelude to a Storm
Shane, Tori, and Dustin, three misfit Ninja students, have been endowed with the powers of the legendary Super Megazords! Earth's greatest protectors must battle sinister space aliens and menacing monsters! The mighty Ninja Storm Rangers must defeat the evil Lothor, a former Ninja whose hunger for supremacy got him banished from Earth. As Lothor's army rains terror on an unsuspecting planet, will the Power Rangers have what it takes to save the world? Only if they remember that it takes teamwork, trust, and friendship to save the day!
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Plot Summary
This special episode serves as a prequel to Power Rangers Ninja Storm, delving into the history of the Wind Ninja Academy and the conflict with the evil Marahute and Kapri. It showcases the events leading up to the present day, including the betrayal of Lothor and the subsequent destruction of the academy, setting the stage for the arrival of the new Rangers.
Critical Reception
As a direct-to-video prequel episode, 'Prelude to a Storm' was primarily aimed at fans of the 'Power Rangers Ninja Storm' series. Its reception was generally positive among the show's target audience, appreciated for expanding the lore and providing backstory. However, it was not widely reviewed by mainstream critics.
What Reviewers Say
Provides essential backstory for the main 'Ninja Storm' series.
Explains the origins of the conflict and key characters.
Appreciated by dedicated fans for its lore expansion.
Google audience: Audience feedback on this specific episode is limited, but general sentiment for 'Power Rangers Ninja Storm' often highlights its unique Japanese-inspired aesthetic and energetic action sequences.
Fun Fact
This special was produced and released before the main 'Power Rangers Ninja Storm' season began airing, serving as an introduction to the season's premise and characters.
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