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Among American comic book fans, the fan-favorite character is Stan Sakaiof Atu Yongxinfang. Anthropomorphic rabbits based on historical figure Miyamoto Musashi have captured the imaginations of manga readers. However, one of the character’s breakthrough appearances was in ninja turtles (1987) Episodes “Usagi Yojimbo” and “Usagi Come Home”. Ironically, however, Sakai’s beloved character will be crossing over with another cultural icon on the 40th anniversary of Usagi and Shinbo. The icon, or rather the icon, is exactly power rangers. Prosperity! studio announces its X (formerly known as Twitter) had a crossover event last month and revealed that the first issue will be available on September 25th.
Travel back in time to Japan’s Edo period, and in the ultimate connection between Ronin Rabbit and everyone’s favorite teenager, “Close Encounters with MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS/USAGI YOJIMBO” by the screenwriter @ThatRyanParrott & artist @ Sean Daly!
On sale in comic shops on September 25th! https://t.co/ZgA4Doo0S9 pic.twitter.com/jCPCslvbFP
— Boom! Studio (@boomstudios) June 20, 2024
According to “Boom! According to the studio’s website, the comic link between “The Ronin Bunny and everyone’s favorite teen ‘tude” will be written by Ryan Parrott and illustrated by Shawn Daley, Colored by James Fenner. Unfortunately, the story information on the website is limited, but Boom! Studio notes:
During a routine attack by Rita Repulsa, the Rangers’ shapeshifters do something unexpected…throw them back to Edo-era Japan!
After arriving at their historical destination, the mysterious Ogasawara asks for the Rangers’ help. But the enemy they face is not what they expected… Our team of heroes will have to face painful revelations if they want to save the world and return home.
Although this is the first time Usagi and Jimbo meet power rangersboth franchises once met ninja turtlesso there is some potential franchise Cross-pollination. If you like Usagi Yojimbo and power rangersdon’t miss this crossover event.
Source: Boom! Studio website and X/Twitter Account via ICV2