Megazord
From Power Rangers Universe
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| Megazord | |
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| Season: | Mighty Morphin |
| Length: | Tank mode: 52 m |
| Width: | n/a m |
| Height: | Tank mode: 24m; battle mode: 41 m |
| Weight: | 570 tons t |
| Speed: | tank mode: 300 km/h |
This page refers to the original Megazord combination. For a list of succeeding Megazord formations go to Megazords (Category)
"Initiate Megazord sequence!
Megazord Battle Mode!"
The Megazord (now typically referred to as Dino Megazord) is the combination of the five Dinozords: Tyrannosaurus, Pterodactyl, Mastodon, Triceratops and Saber-Toothed Tiger. This is the first Megazord to be featured in Power Rangers, but within the chronology of the series may have been preceded by other Zord combinations in the distant past.
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[edit] Technical Information
This combination would be the first to demonstrate a rare ability among Megazords: that of transformation within its combined state. The first stage of combination of the Dinozords was a tank-like vehicle, traveling on treads and wheels from the Triceratops and Saber-Tooth Tiger, and armed with a pair of main cannons derived from Mastodon. Tyrannosaurus formed the central body around which all the other components connected. In addition to the large cannons, the tank could also fire directed energy beams from the eyes of all the Dinozords. Despite being impressively shielded and well-armed, the utility of this formation was limited, especially in combat with agile, moving targets. As such, the tank formation of the Dinozords was usually only a brief transitional step in the sequence of forming Megazord. This form is rarely used for prolonged battle.
After forming the tank mode, the Rangers could initiate transformation into the Megazord's battle mode. This usually began with a computerized voice stating "Megazord sequence has been initiated," concluding with "Megazord activated!" after reconnection of Pterodactyl and head crests sliding into position. In this mode, Megazord features fewer ranged energy weapons, but makes up for this in greatly expanded close combat potential. Though able to easily match blows with most monsters set against him, he was not uncommon to need more power and weapons to bring an end to a battle. When this became necessary, any Power Ranger, but usually the Red Ranger, would summon his Power Sword. Descending from the sky, the sword would embed himself into the ground nearby, or on some occasions be caught directly by Megazord. His Power Sword not only made him stronger, but could be used as a substitute power supply when the main sources were unavailable. Megazord's Power Sword allowed him to perform his typical finisher move, an upward slash with the sword energized, throwing an energy wave into the target. This energy usually resulted in the explosive destruction of whatever monster it struck. The head of the Mastodon zord could also be utilised as a shield.
Megazord's power was typically derived from the Morphing Grid, as with the rest of the Ranger powers. However, when this source was not available, Megazord could draw power from solar energy. Megazord's solar energy conversion is apparently very efficient, to judge by the fact that he can assume completely normal levels of function in full sunlight. When the light of the sun was blocked by an eclipse, Megazord's power quickly dropped. This suggests that while Megazord can gather enough power from the sun to operate normally, there is little or none to be held in reserve. This limitation is likely why he does not use solar power as his primary power supply. In dire circumstances, when power could be obtained neither through the Morphing grid nor solar energy, the Power Sword could function as a last-ditch power supply. Though able to at least partly restore Megazord's depleted reserves, this is proven a short-term solution at best, as the Power Sword acts more as a battery, which will eventually be depleted with use. Without restoration of a main energy supply, Megazord will quickly cease to function again - especially when presented with three powerful foes at the same time.
The Megazord can be used in Power Rangers: Super Legends.
[edit] Transformation
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[edit] Defeats
While powerful, Megazord has been defeated in battle more than once. Consequences of these defeats vary from situation to situation.
- Megazord was defeated by a combined attack from Goldar, Scorpina and the evil Green Ranger while at a critically low energy level.
- Megazord falls into a chasm opened in the Earth, suffering heavy damage. The Dinozords are trapped, too low on energy to break free, until Zordon returns and they are able to draw upon the Morphing Grid once again.
- Megazord is defeated by Cyclopsis, along with Dragonzord, and appear to disintegrate, piece by piece.
- In actuality, the Megazord was simply teleported to the hiding places for the Dinozords, thanks to a newly installed emergency system. They returned to battle soon after, having been repaired and recharged.
- After the introduction of the Dragonzord, Megazord appeared to be more outclassed by his opponents, but he did not always suffer defeats as such. Usually the Dragonzord would be summoned just in time to prevent the Megazord from suffering a critical defeat. For example, after Megazord appeared to turn the tide against the Frankenstein Monster, his Power Sword finisher bounced harmlessly off his chest. The Frankenstein Monster was able to hold off both the Megazord and the Dragonzord, but he was later defeated by Dragonzord Battle Mode.
[edit] Naming
Most fans of the series often dub it as the "Dino Megazord" as a way to differentiate it from later named Megazords. Alternatively, in the 2009 Super Legends Retrofire toy line, this megazord was referred to both on the box and in the instructions as the "Mighty Morphin' Megazord" for the same reason. (Whether this is the official name for the classic Saban-era Megazord design is unclear.)
[edit] Toys
Several versions of the Megazord have been released. The original is the Zyuranger release. This was rereleased in the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers line with new decals. The MMPR version also saw a special black repaint release. In 2010, a new Megazord mold to go with the toyline for the remastered series will feature an all-new mold, with some conversion modifications, as well as the ability to combine with toy-exclusive bikes.
