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Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD Chapter 1

In the not too distant future Earth has become a haven for all alien races who come from the farthest reaches of the galaxy to live in peace. 99% of the newcomers manage to live in harmony. But for the 1% who can't there is Space Patrol Delta. They are the new breed of police to bring them in.

Here on Earth there is the Earth S.P.D Academy where numerous cadets train tirelessly in order to become the next generation to defend the universe against forces of evil from all corners of the galaxy.

At present three level B Squad Cadets are undergoing a lesson in a simulation chamber. This high tech room allows students to be implanted into situations just like elite Rangers would in real life situations.

These three promising cadets go by Sky, Bridge, and Sydney. But these are no ordinary cadets. No, they each have a single ability that sets them apart from the rest. Powers that they have been taught to control ever since they first set foot inside the S.P.D Academy.

Inside the training simulation the three of them are deep into a hand to hand combat session between Kat's assistant Boom who's temporarily wearing a hideous holographic disguise belonging to a random alien species.

By lessons end the three cadets have finished off quite well and left satisfied.

Incredibly smug, speaking into his communicator, Sky said "Sky Tate reporting in. Mission complete. Please advise."

From off to the side appears Kat Manx. She's the head of R&D and technical support at the S.P.D Academy. She is an alien with catlike features.

Kat's emerald eyes as she scrutinizes them hold approval as she approaches.

Smiling in a congratulatory manner, Kat said "Well done, Cadets. Your training progresses nicely."

Catching his breath from the exertion he got from the physical altercation, Bridge said "Uh, Kat. I-I mean, uh Ma'am. I-I mean Miss Manx. We were all wondering, we know there's 'A' Squad Power Rangers, and we're 'B' Squad Cadets, not that there's anything wrong with a 'B' Squad Cadet, or a 'C' Squad, or a 'D' Squad-."

"Let me translate. I speak fluent Bridge," offered Sydney, helpfully. "He wants to know when we're getting those great designer colored suits."

Something that they've been really wanting for a long time since they were assigned to this team from the start.

Rolling his eyes at how stupid and materialistic his teammates sound, Sky said "Kat, I've told them. It's not about the suits or the weapons. It's about helping people and upholding the tradition of being a Power Ranger."

Sky should know. His late father was the Red Ranger for the Time Force Powers Rangers. A great honor and one of the noblest Rangers in their history.

But that doesn't give Sky the right to the so self-centered, obnoxious, arrogant, entitled, and self-possessed about it. He's a total insufferable and incorrigible brat most of the time.

Knowing exactly what to say after hearing the same from so many others before them, Kat said "That's up to Commander Cruger. Not me." Kat then presses a button on her data pad that immediately deactivates the chamber. Within seconds the entire room is vacant and returned to normal. "Dismissed."

The three cadets salute Kat as protocol and decorum demands in respect to her rank and then depart.

Kat isn't alone. Behind her the monster stands directly at arms length. In an instant Kat wheels around pressing a remote that returns Boom to normal. Boom wobbles on unsteady legs after the beating her received.

Wheezing from the strain and wounds he sustained, Boom said "Best cadets ever, Kat."

Nodding, Kat said "Agreed. And you, Boom, my eager assistant, job well done. You can leave for the infirmary now."

Boom does just that. One Boom is no longer present Kat turns towards another doorway on the opposite end.

"So what's your opinion on them," inquired Kat.

From the hidden room Kat used to oversee the run and had exited from came Dido Cruger, the Commanders daughter.

Young elegant, graceful, strong, and lets not forget very beautiful Dido Cruger is a promising figure that emanates everything S.P.D stands for and constantly strives to be.

Only problem is her father has long forbidden her to ever step foot onto a battlefield. Instead she is relegated to other less strenuous tasks and responsibilities that don't involve combat. One of which is evaluating cadets as she has just participated in with Kat.

Humming thoughtfully as she goes over everything she saw and heard, Dido said "I agree with your earlier assessment. They're training has progressed fairly well and I believe they'll make excellent Rangers in their own time. But, though they may be on schedule with physical aspects in their training these cadets still have much to learn."

"I agree," said Kat, concurring with Dido's observations and logging it into her data pad for he mandatory report. "Mercifully in their case we have the luxury of time."

"Let's hope it stays that way, Kat," sighed Dido. "Well I'm headed to the Command Center. You know how my father prefers to have both a written and an oral report."

Kat then nods me out the door granting me permission to leave, saying "Go on then."

Dido salutes and leaves. Despite Kat's nonchalant attitude at present there actually is a high amount of affection between them. She's actually a pretty close family friend. She's actually been around most of Dido's life and is actually the unofficial second and close confidant to Doggie Cruger. Dido won't admit this in public, but Kat is pretty much like an Aunt to her. Something that Dido is extremely grateful for along the line.

Dido soon arrives at the Command Center and as she steps inside spies one of the analysts moving away from her fathers station.

The forebodingly, grave, and looming expression covering Doggie Crugers facial features are far from encouraging.

Speed walking over, ducking her head so he can see her, the report on the training session forgotten at the back of her mind, Dido said "Father? What is it? What's wrong?"

"We just received a transmission. Melandia and the 9th Quadrant has been destroyed."

"But…," said Dido, eyes wide. "That can only mean one thing."

"Yes, we don't have a lot of time and there is much to be done. Prepare yourself, Dido. He is coming," said Doggie Cruger, bleakly. "Emperor Gruumm."

And so it begins.

Authors Note:

Hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D

I've been meaning to get back to this one for a while and only now I've managed to find time and inspiration for it. I'm very satisfied and happy about it.

I recently put up some other works I've put out at titled Secret Of Bristol Cove, Predators Redemption, A Revolutionary Romance, Fantine Tezla: Hot Wheels Acceleracers, Magic And the Brave Little Toaster 1, Lavinia: Princess Of Edelweiss, Rorschach's Legend, Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender, The 8th Loser, Naomi Poldark: Mistress Of Nampara, Serenity: End Guardian To The Moors, Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD, and Nuala: The White Lioness. I highly recommend them. ;D

By the way Rorschach's Legend and Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender are the newest additions to my profile. If you're a fan of Watchmen and the new series on HBO coming up soon then I recommend that you check it out. Since it was just recently uploaded I really would enjoy hearing other peoples thoughts on the subject matter so far. So feel free to do so if you have the time.

I have other grand news! I was a patron at New York Comic Con! Ah! I'd been dying to go for years and now I had the opportunity. The Jokers from Impractical Jokers have been here along with Tom Hiddleston and so many others. Over those few days I actually got my picture taken with a couple of other actors/actresses and some really great panels. It really is so exciting there. This is an opportunity of a lifetime so there's no way in hell that I was going to waste a single second of it. No one ever should with something like this. Ever! ;D

For future preferences I highly recommend that you all keep an eye out for when tickets for New York Comic Con are available for purchase again for next year. This is a huge event and you should jump on it whenever you have the chance.