Leo Rangers was created by up and coming network TNB to compete with the popular program Kamen Sentai Nekoranger. Loosely based on real stories from Star Army of Yamatai soldiers stationed on Leo Star Fortress, but presented in a more 'family friendly' fashion.
| Trade Title: | Actual Sentai Warriors, Leo Station Rangers |
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| Yamataian Title: | Jissai Sentai Senshi, Leo-Eki Renja |
| Main Broadcaster: | Terebi Network Broadcasting (TNB) |
| Main Studio: | TNB Studios on Yamatai (Planet) |
| Main Audience: | Ages 6-12 (or developing Nekovalkyrja) |
| Content Types: | Sentai/Tokusatsu |
| Seasons: | 1 |
| Episodes: | 52 |
| Aired: | YE 38 - YE 39 |
Tune in every week for the adventures of the Actual Sentai Warriors, Leo Station Rangers! Our three heroes defend Leo Star Fortress from attacks by tentacled aliens and space pirates while searching uncharted space for the prophesied space princess.
Three main rangers are introduced in the first episode, with one more officially joining the team for the final episode. They transform into their futuristic lion-themed combat uniforms with the call of “Change Gijutsu!” They share several special attacks like Leo Punch or Leo Kick. Each team member has a hissatsu finishing maneuver, activated with their Leo Gauntlets, and there are team variations as well.
The team leader, engineer, and general jack-of-all-trades.
| Species: Minkan | Gender: Male |
| Signature Color: Red | Role: Leader, Well Rounded |
| Roll Call: The hot blooded king of beasts! | |
The most physically imposing member of the team, she loves to wade into melee combat when she's not flying above the battlefield.
| Species: Nepleslian | Gender: Female |
| Signature Color: Black | Role: Muscle, Air Support |
| Roll Call: The fearsome flying shark! | |
The shortest and smallest of the three, she more than holds her own with her transforming dual pistols.
| Species: Nekovalkyrja | Gender: Female |
| Signature Color: White | Role: Ranged Combat |
| Roll Call: The chilling white death! | |
After finally locating the space princess near the end of the series, she reveals herself as the fourth Ranger in the last episode, joining the others in the final fight.
| Species: Nekovalkyrja | Gender: Female |
| Signature Color: Silver | Role: Princess |
| Roll Call: The sparkling princess! | |
LEO, LEO, LEO! Leo Station Rangers! Aether at full power, Leo Rangers! On a mission of vengeance Defeat the Space Pirates Take off into space, Leo Rangers! The hotblooded king of beasts, Leo Red! The fearsome flying shark, Leo Black! The chilling white death, Leo White! Protect our Star Fortress Rescue the Princess Fulfill the space prophecy, Leo Rangers! LEO, LEO, LEO! Actual Sentai Warriors, Leo Station Rangers!
The characters and plot were inspired by the adventures of the YSS Sakishima, which was based out of Leo Star Fortress. The show itself was obviously inspired by long running hit Kamen Sentai Nekoranger. While TNB had hoped for a hit that would continue to compete with Nekoranger every year, Leo Ranger was only a moderate success.
While the show is currently, officially on hiatus, TNB is contemplating a retooling for another season. Meanwhile the actress who portrayed Leo Diamond continues to perform the role as a member of Love And Wrestling. The cross promotion keeps the show in the public eye while the current LAW season airs on TNB, and the merchandise sales are fairly impressive as well.