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"I hate Grinders!"
―Dillon

Subject D-44, nicknamed Dillon, is Ranger Operator Series Black, otherwise known as Ranger Black, of the Ranger Operators in Power Rangers RPM. His operation number is five.

Retroactively, he is also referred to as the RPM Black Ranger or Black RPM Ranger, though these are in reference to the show as opposed to proper labels.

History[]

This article contains content in reference to the main TV series, as well as supplemental material, such as the comics. A sliding/floating timeline applies. Story instances for TV and other media will be clearly marked.

Background[]

He is a complete mystery, even to himself. He suffers from amnesia, and as a result, he doesn't know his real name. "Dillon" is a name he came up for himself after being pestered about his identification. It is known that Dillon has internal Venjix Hardware of at least Generation 7 caliber that boosts his physical capabilities to superhuman levels, though he doesn't know how it got there. It has been mentioned that he was part of a Venjix program that creates Venjix bot-human hybrids. He carries a key-operated, musical pocket watch that seems very sentimental to him. He is gruff, aloof and somewhat withdrawn—a bit of a loner amongst his peers. Despite all of this, he doesn't hesitate to help his teammates and has, specifically for Ziggy and Summer, verbally defended them.

Road to Corinth[]

At the beginning of the story, Dillon was found wandering in the wastelands trying to find his way to Corinth City, occasionally being ambushed by Grinders. While trying to figure out his location, he encounters Ziggy attempting to hijack his car. After a few minutes of negotiating, Dillion allowed Ziggy to direct him to Corinth City.

Through Dillon's skills and explosive devices, the two were able to make it past the Venjix barricade and into the city. However, Dillon was quickly discovered to have internal Venjix hardware, and they were both apprehended and taken to prison. Some of the inmates were about to attack Ziggy, but Dillon stepped in and saved his life in a rather impressive display of augmented strength and reflexes.

Fade to Black[]

After saving Ziggy, the guards put Dillon in chains upon discovering what he was capable of. The Ranger Operators, after observing video footage of the prison fight and also needing to activate Series Black, made him an offer to join them. After initially scoffing at the idea, Dillon later agreed to become Ranger Operator Series Black if they accepted the condition that Ziggy also be released from prison. Despite this, however, he still had some issues with the duties given to him, and only ironed them out once he came to terms with what he would be protecting.

Ranger Black[]

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Dillon joins the Ranger Operators

There are some notable similarities in personality between Dillon and Tenaya 7. Dillon has a rebellious side, often criticizing and talking sarcastically to Doctor K, similar to Tenaya's defiance of Venjix. He also has developed something of a rivalry with Scott, due to their very similarly stubborn and dominating personalities. The two are often seen trying to outdo one another, especially when it comes to their cars. Despite this, Dillon holds some level of respect towards Scott as a leader.

Dillon occasionally experiences cryptic dreams involving his origins—dreams in which the melody from his pocket watch and an unknown, blind girl seem to play a role. Thus far, the dreams have been too unclear for him to understand anything beyond what he sees, though, as time goes on, he seems to remember more which enables him to make more sense out of them. When an attack bot from a particular dream—-the Sat Bot (the one that took his memory)--shows up in Corinth, it mysteriously refers to him as Subject D-44. Being the only key to remembering who he is, Dillon does his best to not harm it despite the havoc it causes throughout the city. He eventually agrees to destroy it, deciding that, while he can't remember his past, he now has new memories with his teammates. During the fight, the bot activated a virus in Dillon's arm that will slowly spread through his inner mechanics, causing them to grow until they take him over completely. Doctor K says there is no cure. Venjix intends to use this virus to eventually bring Dillon under its control.

Quest for Answers[]

After undergoing hypnotherapy, he discovers memories of an area called Kenmore located in Omega City, evacuated after the first Venjix attack. The Rangers soon go out to the abandoned city to investigate. Unfortunately, it is soon discovered that this was implanted into his memory to lure the Rangers into a trap.

After finding a small key at an evacuated Venjix outpost and factory, Dillon discovers that by combining his key with the one he found, his watch will play a new melody. This melody is immediately recognized as the tune that Tenaya whistles before going into combat. Without telling the other Rangers where he is going, he speeds into the wasteland. While waiting for Tenaya, he plays the new melody from his pocketwatch. She enters the scene whistling along, and stating that it is the only song she knows. He then plays his song, and convincingly states that she is his sister. At first, Tenaya doesn't believe him, but after a fight, Tenaya realizes that she has begun to bleed. After running a biological scan, she confirms that she is Dillon's sister.

After Venjix is defeated for the last time, Dillon leaves Corinth with Tenaya and Summer to help rebuild the ravaged world.

Clash of the Red Rangers[]

"But if they're there, then my team will help them."
―Dillon and other RPM Rangers mentioned by Scott[src]

Dillon and the other RPM Rangers use the SkyRev Megazord to face off against Professor Cog. The RPM Rangers quickly fire. However, Professor Cog protects himself with a hidden shield, and knocks down the Megazord with his own gun. When he leaves for the Samurai Rangers' dimension, only Scott pursues him. Later on, all of the Samurai Rangers apart from Jayden are transported to the RPM world. Dillon, along with the other RPM Rangers help the Samurai Rangers return to their own world. Tvicon TV STORY-Clash of the Red Rangers - The Movie

Megaforce[]

Dillon along with the other Ranger Operators and other Ranger teams are seen in Troy's premonition about the Legendary Battle. Tvicon TV STORY-Mega Mission

He and the other Rangers are seen again in another of Troy's dream/vision about the Legendary Battle. Tvicon TV STORY-Stranger Ranger

After that the Mega Rangers meet Robo Knight, Dillon is seen in a flashback when Troy relates his visions about the Legendary Battle. Tvicon TV STORY-Prince Takes Knight

Super Megaforce[]

Alien Rangers and RPM Rangers

Dillon with his team and the Aquitar Rangers.

When the Mega Rangers receive the new Legendary Morphers, what makes the Mega Rangers access to Legendary Mode, Dillon along with other Rangers are seen briefly in another vision/flashback, when Gosei talk about to the Mega Rangers to take the form of the past Rangers using the Legendary Ranger Keys. Tvicon TV STORY-Super Megaforce

Legendary Battle Super Megaforce

Dillon behind Gia

Emperor Mavro was defeated, but the remaining thousands of X Borgs still stand. Tommy gathered all the existing Power Rangers, Dillon returned with his fellow Ranger Operators as part of the army of Legendary Rangers led by Tommy that helped the Mega Rangers defeat the Armada once and for all, fighting in a huge battle against hundreds of X Borgs and dozens of Bruisers. After the demise of the X-Borgs, Tommy shook hands with Troy and teleported off along with Dillon and the Legendary Rangers. He then returns to his home dimension in the RPM World. Tvicon TV STORY-Legendary Battle

Beast Morphers[]

Ranger Operators in Beast Morphers

Devon finds a picture of Dillon and his team.

During his research in the Ranger archives, Devon Daniels finds information of the Ranger Operators in another dimension and sees a picture of Dillon and his team with Doctor K. Tvicon TV STORY-The Evox Snare

When Doctor K remarked to Nate Silva, how Venjix’s attack on Corinth was relentless and despite the Ranger Operators including Dillon trying their best to stop him. Tvicon TV STORY-Source Code

Dino Fury[]

Zayto activates the Legendary Ranger Database, showing Master Blue that Master Green came to them after the Dinohenge statues were destroyed and restored them to normal. Also, Zayto says that he found Ranger teams who were saved in their darkest moments through unexplained reasons and shows them three specific moments. Including the Legendary Battle where all the Legendary Rangers including Dillon and the other Ranger Operators coming to the aid of the Megaforce Rangers in the Legendary Battle and helping them defeat an entire army of the Armada's X Borgs. Tvicon TV STORY-Morphin Master

Personality[]

He is gruff, aloof and somewhat withdrawn—a bit of a loner amongst his peers. Despite this, he doesn't hesitate to help his teammates and has, specifically for Ziggy and Summer, verbally defended them.

It's been hinted that Dillon may have romantic feelings for Summer. While in the burning Venjix factory, the two almost share a kiss until water falls on them. They almost kiss again on another occasion, but are interrupted by Gem and Gemma. Dillon was also strongly against the idea of Summer getting married, even after Summer accepted the fact that she needed to get married to help her family. It was also stated in Gemma's diary that Summer is totally caring especially when it comes to Dillon.

Ranger Operator Series Black[]

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Ranger Costume

Powers and Abilities[]

Powers[]

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Attacks[]

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Abilities[]

Aside from using the Ranger arsenal for battle, Ranger Operators can also generate their own personal ability without weaponry.

  • Invincibility Shield: Dillon can produce a shield that is impervious (similar to Sky Tate's "Force-Field Projection", but its color is purple instead of blue) to almost any attack for 5 seconds. He must have full confidence that the barrier will protect him, or it will fail. Mastering this ability was critical for him to pilot the Wolf Cruiser. His special ability only works in Ranger form.

Episodes when he uses his invincibility shield:

Weaknesses[]

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Arsenal[]

Zords[]

Appearances: RPM Episodes 3-28, 30, 31; SM Episodes 20 & LBEV

RPM Full Throttle Rangers

Ranger Operator Series Black with Full Throttle Mode

This form did not appear in the TV Show and was exclusive to the Toyline.

Powers and Abilities[]

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Weaknesses[]

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Appearances: RPM Toyline

RPM Black Guardian

Ranger Operator Series Black with Wolf Guardian Mode

This form did not appear in the TV Show and was exclusive to the Toyline.

Powers and Abilities[]

Powers[]

to be added

Attacks[]

to be added

Abilities[]

to be added

Weaknesses[]

to be added

Arsenal[]

Appearances: RPM Toyline

This form did not appear in the TV Show and was exclusive to the Toyline.

Powers and Abilities[]

Powers[]

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Attacks[]

to be added

Abilities[]

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Weaknesses[]

to be added

Arsenal[]

Appearances: RPM Toyline

Relationships[]

Allies[]

Rangers[]

Family[]

Others[]

Enemies[]

Villain Groups[]

Venjix Computer Network[]
Armada[]

Family[]

Others[]

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Behind the Scenes[]

Portrayal[]

Design[]

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Etymology[]

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Ranger Key[]

Go-On Black Ranger Key

The Ranger Operator Series Black Ranger Key.

The Ranger Operator Series Black Ranger Key is Dillon's personal Ranger Key. This key along with the majority of the Core Ranger Keys are seen lining the Command Center's interior walls. This key is mainly used by Emma Goodall (Super Megaforce Pink) who uses it to fight as Ranger Black.


Notes[]

  • Much like Ziggy, whose main Zord went from an Orca in Go-Onger to a shark in RPM, Dillon's Zord was changed from a German shepherd to a wolf.
  • Although Dillon did not become a Ranger until the third episode, "Rain", he was credited as a Ranger since the beginning of the series.
  • His action figure refers to him as Wolf Ranger in reference to his Zord, though it is actually designed after a German Shepherd.
  • Although his Operator Series number is five, he was the fourth Ranger Operator to join the team. This reversal of numbers applies to Ziggy, also.

Appearances[]

Power Rangers Key Scanner[]

Black RPM Ranger Scanner App Assets

Ranger Operator Series Black in Power Rangers Key Scanner

Dillon as Ranger Operator Series Black, appears in the app videogame Power Rangers Key Scanner, among various other Ranger teams.

Power Rangers Dash[]

Black RPM Ranger in Power Rangers Dash

Ranger Operator Series Black in Power Rangers Dash

Dillon along with the other Ranger Operators are among all the Ranger teams which appear in the Korean-developed mobile game Power Rangers Dash.


Power Rangers Action Card Game[]

Power Rangers Action Card Game Ranger Operator Series Black

Ranger Operator Series Black in Power Rangers Action Card Game.

Dillon as Ranger Operator Series Black, appears along with other Rangers, in the American trading card game Power Rangers Action Card Game, among various other Rangers.


See Also[]

References[]

Footnotes[]


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Rangers
Scott Truman - Flynn McAllistair - Summer Landsdown - Ziggy Grover - Dillon - Gem - Gemma
Gear
Cell Shift Morpher - Rev Morpher - Sky Morpher - Engine Cells - Nitro Blaster - Street Saber - Turbo Cannon - Zip Charger - Turbo Axe - Rocket Blaster - Cloud Hatchet - Skyshift Blazer - Wheel Blaster - Rail Saber - Rail Blaster - Road Blaster - Turbo Plasma Launcher - RPM Enforcer - Project GO-ONGER
Allies
Doctor K - Colonel Mason Truman - Samurai Rangers
Zords and Megazords
Eagle Racer - Lion Hauler - Bear Crawler - Tail Spinner - Wolf Cruiser - Croc Carrier - Falcon Chopper - Tiger Jet - Whale Jumbo Jet - Paleozords - Turbo Falcon Zord - Road Attack Zord
High Octane Megazord - ValveMax Megazord - Zenith Megazord - Mach Megazord - SkyRev Megazord - PaleoMax Megazord - RPM Ultrazord
Venjix Computer Network
Venjix
General Crunch - General Shifter - Tenaya - Kilobyte - Grinders - Venjix Drones
Attack Bots
Generation 5 Attack Bot - Generation 9 Amphibious Attack Bot (Water Hoser) - Subterranean Plutonic Gopher Bot - Generation 9 Noz Bot Attack System - Magnetron - Pump Attack Bot - Boom Bot - Camera Attack Bot - Drill Attack Bot - Generation 12 Reflects Bot - Gat Bot - Broiler Bot - Sat Bot - Lightning Bot - Oil Bot - Dyna Bot - Vacuum Bot - Saw Bot Generation 15 - Generation 16 Saw Bot - Balloon Bot - Generation 3 Textile Bot - Manhole Bot - Knight Bot - Hammer Attack Bot - Generation 3 Chemical Bot - Dowser Bot - Series 2 Rotor Bot - Heat Bot - Generation 16 Hyper Bot - Dumbbell Bot - Generation 12 Energy Bot - Final Attack Bot
Other Villains:
Alphabet Soup - Fresno Bob
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