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Leo Station Rangers

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
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

Plot

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.

Characters

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.

Leo Red

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!

Leo Black

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!

Leo White

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!

Leo Diamond

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!

Theme Song by Protect TAM

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!

Inspiration and Creation

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.

Spin-offs and Sequels

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.

OOC Notes

Reynolds created this article on 2018/09/28 18:41. Approved by Ethereal here.

OOC inspiration here along with several joking mentions in character across various IC threads.