AceShowbiz - The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers franchise is preparing for a fresh chapter. While many details about the upcoming series remain under wraps, recent information has confirmed two crucial plot points: a significant time jump of 10 years and the return of a familiar villain, transformed into a new threatening form.

This insight comes from a synopsis released by Penguin Random House, which outlines the basic storyline of the new series. It reveals that the story will pick up a decade after the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers team retired from their heroic duties and parted ways. The former Rangers are summoned back to the Command Center to confront an old enemy who has resurfaced with a new and frightening identity, known as Rita Rabiosa. This name strongly suggests a revamped incarnation of the iconic antagonist Rita Repulsa.

The emergence of Rita Rabiosa as the new antagonist is another focal point. The synopsis describes this character as a "terrifying new form of a familiar foe," indicating a fresh take on the legendary Rita Repulsa. Over the years, the franchise has explored various versions of Rita, including Mistress Vile, Robot Rita, and even the daughter of the original villain. Each iteration has brought unique traits and challenges to the Rangers.

The creative team behind the series includes New York Times-bestselling comic book writer Marguerite Bennett, known for her work on titles such as Bombshells and Batwoman. Joining her is veteran artist Andrew Lee Griffith, whose credits include Transformers and G.I. Joe.

Below is the full synopsis released by Penguin Random House, which highlights the core themes of the series:

"A new uniform for a new era! The future is now with this visionary relaunch of the globally acclaimed Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Series. It's been ten years since the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers turned in their morphers and went their separate ways. But now they've been called back to the legendary Command Center to face a new, terrifying form of a familiar foe: Rita Rabiosa. They may not be teenagers with attitudes anymore, but are they still the same heroes they once were?"

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #1 is scheduled for release in comic stores on June 3rd, 2026.