Power Rangers: TEKNO 1x07- "Good To The Last Drop"

[Zord_Crazy]

Now serving Episode 7! Get it while it's hot. Enjoy!



Announcer: On the next “Power Rangers: TEKNO”, Reilly & Jeremy learn that they may soon be without a job as Joydrop is being sold. As much as it matters to his friends, Parker has something more important to deal with. Namely, a duel between him and Shiv. Shiv seeks to win her father's approval and prove she is worthy of leading. Parker wants her to admit she is better than she believes herself to be. Will Shiv sharpen herself enough for the throne or will the Red Ranger's words get to her? All will be revealed NEXT on today's installment of “Power Rangers”!


An explosion opens the theme credits. Through the smoke and fire, the logo (Power Rangers: TEKNO) appears and flashes as the theme song begins. As the songs ramps up, the Ranger shots begin. As each Ranger comes on screen, they are seen on the right third of the screen, 3/4 view or head shot of the actor (like the PR: Ninja Storm opening). The other two thirds feature an action sequence featuring the appropriate Ranger in action.At the bottom of the screen each time, we see the actor's name & character name. Eric Christian Olsen as Parker. Marla Sokoloff as Kylie. Drew Fuller as Reilly. Sarah Johnson as CD. Corey Sevier as Jeremy. Then we see an shot of Dominic Purcell (Majestros). After the good guys are cycled through, another small montage of action shots is shown (aliens attacking, Rangers fighting, etc.). Then, a screen shot of Lord Strife (played by Vernon Wells). Followed by shots of Qi Shu (Shiv), Kevin Durand (Tensor), Peter Mochrie (Alan King), and Faith Ford (Ms. Elizabeth Beemer). Credits continue with more action shots and finish with the Tekno Megazord swinging the Gigabyte Saber at the screen. As the blade strikes the screen, the logo is viewed once again as the theme song finishes.




Teknooooo!!!!
Goooohhh!!!!
Teknoooo!!!!!

Go! Go! Power Rangers! Stronger than they've ever been before! Gooohhh Teknooo!!!
Powers capable of more! Gooohhh Teknooo!!!
Rangers at the core! Tekno! Rangers! Tekno!

Soaring higher into the sky! Gooohhh! Teknooo!!!
Evil's gonna die! Gooohhh! Teknooo!!!
By Rangers who can fly! Tekno! Tekno!
Gooooohhhh!!!

Tek-tek-tek! Power Rangers Tekno!
Tek-tek-tek! Power Rangers Tekno!
Tek-tek-tek! Tekno!!!!! Power Rangers!

Go! Go! Go! Go!
Go! Go! Go! Go!
Tekno!
Go! Go! Go! Go!
Go! Go! Go! Go!
Tekno!!
Power Rangers!
Tekno!

Tekno! Rangers! Go!
Ahhhh Ahhhh Ahhhh!
Tekno Power Rangers!!!!



“Good To The Last Drop”

Joydrop is really busy this afternoon, thought Jeremy. He and his fellow Tekno Ranger, Reilly, were swamped at work. Jerry was out at a bank meeting and it was up to them and the rest of the staff to handle business. Reilly was mixing and pouring himself silly as Jeremy swooped in time and again to deliver and pick-up orders. The door chimed as Parker, Kylie, and CD strolled in. Kylie had just arrived from home and Parker & CD had just gotten off work at Excelsior. Parker waved at his dad through the door's window as Mr.King pulled away in his car. Parker turned his head back to the juice bar. One look at all the commotion brought one thought to his mind.

Parker: Man, sucks to be “Black & Blue” today.

CD: Be nice. Looks like Jerry isn't back from the bank yet.

Kylie: Wonder whats up. Jerry usually tells the staff whats up with his meetings and stuff.

Parker shrugged as they made their way to a vacant table. Jeremy skidded to a halt by the table a moment later, pen and pad at the ready.

Jeremy: Welcome to Joydrop, good to the last dro....Oh...hi, gang.

CD: Pacing ourselves, are we? Hahaha!

Jeremy: Not in the least. This warm spell has tripled business. What can I get for you all?

Parker: Raspberry Rampage, por favor.

CD: Fruitee Frappe for me.

Kylie: I'll have a Bahama-Mama Banana.

In a blink of the eye, Jeremy was off again. A few minutes later, he delivered their smoothies and then flopped down into an empty chair by the counter. Business was finally slacking off, so Reilly leaned on the counter for a rest as well. CD smacked her lips as she sipped her drink.

CD: My compliments to the chef. Or blender, as the case may be.

Reilly: Mercy buckets, madame.

Jeremy: Man o man, that was a day! I don't know what else could happen.

At that moment, Jerry, the juice bar's owner, strolled through the front door. His tie loosened, shirt open, sleeves rolled up. He set his briefcase on a stool and asked for an ice water from Reilly.

Reilly: So, what's the good word, bird?

Jerry: Well, I got something real important to tell you, so I am just gonna give it to you straight. I am selling Joydrop.

Reilly dropped the water glass from his hand, but managed to catchit before it hit the floor. Jeremy nearly fell out of his chair. They both stared with wide open eyes at their boss.

Reilly: Ex-squeeze me?!

Jeremy: Baking powder? Did you just say you're selling the store?!?

Jerry: Actually, it's pretty much a done deal. Just a few i's and t's to deal with now. I've decided to move back home to Angel Grove and help look after my old man. He's not feeling to well, even with his cancer in remission. I'm sorry I didn't tell you all sooner, but the new owner is big on being “hush-hush” about this. He's got family in this town and he wanted to surprise them when he re-opens the place. The juice bar isn't going to be shut down, but the new owner is going to be making some changes.

CD: You couldn't sugar-coat that even a little bit, Jerry?

Jerry: Hey, no worries, guys! Your jobs are safe. I told him what a bang-up job you and every one else do here and he assured me that no one is gonna be jobless when this is all over. But, I have to head into the back and get everything in order for the switch-over.

Jerry gathered his things and headed for the office in the back. Jeremy and Reilly stared at each other in disbelief.

Jeremy/Reilly: We are SO fired.

Kylie: Didn't you guys just hear....

Parker: Ssshhh! Let them deal.


Out in space, on the Havoc Faction's Moon Base, Shiv was working on her swordplay in an empty storage bay. Feverishly, she twirled her blade in the air, hacking and slashing at an invisible foe. A final thrust through the invisble opponent's chest and she relented. Sheathign her sword, Shiv turned and saw Tensor leaning against the wall. He began to clap as she reached for a towel.

Tensor: Nice work. You certainly cut that invisible man to ribbons! Hehehehe!

Shiv: I am so glad you approve. Maybe next time, you'll decide to spar with me and I can show you how good I am.

Tensor chuckled, then stopped when he saw Shiv flick her wrist at him. He looked to his right & left and saw two star shuriken framing his head.He narrowed his eyes as she passed.

Tensor: Ssssss! Your father wishes to speak to you NOW!

Shiv: I will be along shortly.

The doors hissed closed after Shiv. Tensor growled low as he stepped away from the wall. Gingerly, he reached for one of the shuriken, but pulled away when he pricked his finger. A few minutes later, Shiv entered the throne room, having changed into her usual ninja garb. Lord Strife sat in his throne looking out the window at the stars.

Strife: Strange to think all I have left in the galaxy, is situated here, on this satellite. And all because I made the wrong choice in recruiting Majestros all those years ago.

Shiv: You shouldn't dwell on the past, Father. We will deal with the traitor and then rebuild the Havoc Faction to its former glory!

Strife: Glad to see you are so eager to help, my daughter.

Shiv: I live to serve you, sire. I am sure with your training......

Strife suddenly rose up and stared at Shiv, energy sparking from his eyes. Shiv stepped back and knelt before her father.

Shiv: I am sorry. I know I have bothered you with my requests of training, but I .....

Strife: I have repeatedly told you, keep your mind on the task at hand. This....obsession you have with developing your mother's “gifts” has hampered your effectiveness.

Shiv: Obsession? I don't think I am.....

Strife: Your mind is obviously stuck on something other than Majestros and his Rangers! Tensor has had more success!

Shiv: Tensor!? He has had just as much “success” as I have.

Strife: But I hold you to a higher standard. You should know this! You should have felled that Red Ranger by now. I expect you to show me you are capable of carrying your weight or I will see you as I see the H-Putties. Understood?

Shiv nodded in silence. Strife turned his throne back towards the window. Shiv rose and strode out of the throne room. Shiv's mind whirled as she thought of Strife's words and Tensor and the Red Ranger.

Shiv: The Red Ranger! If a show of commitment Father wants, he'll get it!

Back on Earth, Parker was in the Holo-Sphere, training. Morphed and wielding his Tek Blaster, Parker fought against holo-Putties in a forest setting. As two Putties ran towards him, Parker readied himself. He held his Blaster high squeezed off three shots. The Putties were only steps away from him when three large tree branches came crashing down on them. Two more crept up behind him, but Parker was ready. He leapt up high and summoned his T-Blade. As gravity drew him down, Parker crossed his arms and then swept them wide, striking the Putties down. The Red Tekno Ranger sent his sword away as the Putties disolved back into the nothingness they came from. A moment later, the forest dissolved as well. The hexagonal tiles of the Holo-Sphere's walls came into sight as Parker powered down. The doors opened and Parker exitted and made his way to the Command Deck of the Carrier. Majestros was there, as was Beta 5 & Kylie.

Kylie: Go, big bro!

Majestros: Excellent run, Parker! That was your best score yet. Your swordsmanship is really coming along nicely.

Parker: I hope so! I was afraid I wasn't going to pull off that downward slash at the right time.

Majestros: But you did. I know you and the other Rangers don't have as much as I would like to train here, but every little bit counts.

Just then, the warning alarms began blaring their shrill wail. Beta 5 began to utter his trademark as he typed commands into the board.

Beta 5: Ay yi yi yi, never a moment's peace!

In the Viewing Globe, the two Rangers and their friends saw Shiv and several H-Putties. Shiv had her sword drawn and was holding a young woman hosage. People were running away in terror from the Putties milling around the area. Beta 5 tuned the Carrier's sensors into the location and picked up what she was saying.

Shiv: Face me, Red Ranger! I will have my father's respect again! Come here and face me in single combat, you worm, or this one suffers for your cowardice! Answer me!

Majestros rubbed his jaw in thought as Parker summoned his Morphers. Kylie grabbed a hold of her brother's arm.

Kylie: Whoa there! What do you think you're doing?!

Parker: Uh, going to save the day? I am not gonna let Shiv harm that girl or anyone else. She wants me, she got me!

Majestro: Just be careful. This is almost assuredly a trap. Kylie, I want you and the other Rangers nearby in case this all goes south, the saying goes.

Parker nodded and performed his Morph.

Parker: GO, Tekno!

An energy retical formed under his feet and began to ris eover his body. As it rose, his Ranger uniform appeared and attached itself to his body. As the retical flowed over his head, the Red Ranger's helmet flashed on.

Parker: Tekno Red!

He then quickly teleported to the park. Upon arriving, Parker saw that all the civilians, save the one held hostage, were gone. He took a few steps towards the ninja then stopped.

Parker: Are you alright, ma'am?

The woman nodded before Shiv rudely tossed her away. Parker didn't dare do anything until the young woman was safely away.

Shiv: Be thankful I spared your pitiful life! GO!

The woman turned and ran away as fast as her legs could carry her. Shiv then turned to face Parker, who had summoned his own blade. The pair faced each other, weapons gleaming in the daylight. Parker spoke first.

Parker: I don't suppose this is something we can talk about?

Shiv: The only “thing “ I want from you is defeat! You and the other Tekno Rangers will pay for destroying my father's faith in me!

Parker: Well then, shall we do this thing?

Shiv: Oh, we shall. We shall!!!

[bushwacka666]

BUM-BUM-BUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM..........

:D Nice work m8, I'm looking forward to the Parker/Shiv duel. I know you'll pull it off nicely! Whenever you're ready... ;)

[BlueFireStorm]

Keep Up the great work Z_C!! :)

[Zord_Crazy]

Parker and Shiv began to circle one and other, as the other Rangers watched from the side. Shiv attacked first. She ran right at the Red Ranger, then sommersaulted over him at the last second. Once she landed, Shiv spun and spin-kicked Parker in the back, sending him stumbling a few feet forward. Parker steadied himself.

Parker: Oww. Y'know, “Shivers”, seeing as how you aren't holding anyone else hostage, why should I even continue to fight you??

Shiv: Hahahaha! Who said I didn't have a back-up plan?

Parker: Say what!?

Back at the Carrier, Majestros' eyes widened. He quickly scanned the city for anything out of the ordinary. He found something near the middle of the park, not far from Parker, and another near the park's entrance. He quickly keyed the comm lines to the other Rangers open.

Majestros: Rangers, Shiv isn't kidding. Thereare two small groups of people being held against their will by some H-Putties nearby. They must be “insurance” so Parker will keep fighting.

Kylie: We're on it, M.

The remaining Rangers summoned their Tek Decks and lined up.

Kylie: GO, Tekno!

A flash of light, a burst of power, and the Tekno Rangers headed off to deal with the Putty Patrol. Parker launched himself at Shiv, swinging his sword high. Shiv blocked the attack, then retaliated by spinning in a whirlwind fashion, slashing at Parker all the while. Parker backed off for a moment and separated his blades. He spun them in his hands as he awatied Shiv's next move.

Shiv: You think your toys are enough to defeat me?

Parker: Maybe. I am more interested in why you're so intent on facing me like this? You aren't satisfied with the regular butt-whoopings we give you and Tensor?

Shiv: Leave that vile, venomous viper out of this! Because of you and your friends, my father thinks I have gone soft!

Parker: Like that's a bad thing?

Shiv: Aaaahh!

Shiv quickly reached into her robes and withdrew several shuriken, shaped like a six-pointed star. She flung her hand out and sent them flying at Parker. One by one, he blcoked the deadly pieces of metal, all but one. The final one just so struck his right shoulder, drawing sparks and making him fall. Shiv walked over to him, her sword resting on her shoulder, snickering.

Shiv: Pitiful. I was hoping for more from the traitor's protege.

Parker: Oh, I got more!

Parker spun on his hands, breakdancer-style, and swept Shiv off her feet. In a flash, Parker was up and holding her down by her wrists, facing her in an upside-down way.

Parker: Really, I mean, why go to all the trouble of just coming after Majestros here? What with this big, bad empire of yours, why not invade?

Shiv then flipped her legs back and caught Parker offguard, hitting him in the helmet. The two rolled away from each other and grabbed their weapons again. Parker attacked with a flurry of samurai-style strikes, but Shiv countered and fought back. Parker danced back , narrowly missing a swift kick from the ninja beauty. Parker couldn't help but notice that Shiv looked good, even if she was trying to destroy him. They held each other off at swordpoint as they began circling again.

Shiv: Our empire would have reduced this world to rubble. But thanks to the treachery of Majestros, we are nothing but a shadow of our former selves. We will have vengeance and we will have Majestros!

Shiv lunged at Parker, thrusting her sword at his chest. He blocked the strike with one of his swords, then slapped her across the butt with the other. Shiv snarled as she spun and launched a series of deft, lethal strikes at him. Parker was hard pressed to block the blows, managing to block all but the last two. A double slash across the chest sent the Red Ranger flyign into a tree. Parker tried to get to his feet, but instead just slid down against the tree's trunk.

Meanwhile, across the park, Kylie and the other Rangers had made short work of the Putties. Kylie blocked a punch from the last H-Putty and then landed her own punch, sending the clay automaton to meet its fallen kin. Jeremy & Reilly untied the civilians, As CD & Kylie helped them to their feet.

Old woman: Thank you so much for rescuing us from those ghastly things, deary!

Kylie: No problem, ma'am. You better get out of here while we go help our friend.

Reilly: Do you guys think P-man can really take Shiv one-on-one?

CD: I hope so. Come on, we got to ge that group near the front of the park.

As they rushed off to rescue the second group of civilians, the Rangers sure wished they could help their friend and comrade in arms. Parker wished the same thing. As shiv unleashed a vicious roundhouse that sent him sailing through the air. He landed roughly on his back. Shiv held her sword out to her side as she walked over to him.

Shiv: Get up. I'll finish you on your feet, not your back!

Parker: How generous of you!

Shiv: I am not without my honor, Ranger! Unlike the traitor, Majestros.

Parker: See, that's what I don't get. Why call him a traitor if he was brainwashed into the service of the Havoc Faction?

Shiv swung at Parker with a swift, upward strike that caughthimon the left shoulder. Sparks flew from the tear and exposed circuitry in his Ranger Suit. The wound didn't draw blood, but it was close.

Shiv: Brainwashing is such an ugly term. Besides, all my father, Lord Strife, did was push what was already there!

Parker: Huh?

Shiv: Idiot. My father told me how Majestros was already corrupted. He dreamed of conquest, of dealing with his enemies with more than just diplomacy. He would....

Parker: He wouldn't!! A man like Majestros wouldn't be so easily swayed to evil. Your father lied to you, Shiv! Majestros would never want that!

Shiv: My father wouldn't lie to me.

Parker: Right. Because galactic conquerors are so into telling the truth.

Parker attacked again, this time by leaping high into the air and crossing his blades across his chest. As he dove towards Shiv, he swung them wide at her, strkign her across her chest and sending her flying. Her sword fell the ground just a few inches in front of her. She scrambled to her feet and grabbed her sword. She began concentrating and her energy flowed into her blade. Parker reassembled his sword and summoned his own energy. At the same time, Parker & Shiv unleashed their personal attacks at each other.

Parker: Overload Slash!

Shiv: Ki Strike!

The two powerful energy waves struck each other, causing an even more powerful explosion than either of their attacks combined! The explosion sent both combatants flying. Shiv landed in a large bush, while Parker crashed into a pile of bagged grass clippings. Both were stunned and could barely move. Shiv spoke first.

Shiv: You still awake, Red Ranger?

Parker: That a note of concern I hear in your voice, Shiv?

Shiv: No! I just wanted to make sure I wouldn't have to finish you in your sleep.

The two struggled to their feet. Parker barely managed to stand, but he was prepared to finish this. He saw the other Rangers come up over the hill. Kylie gave hima thumbs up.

Kylie: We dealt with those Putties, Parker!

CD: Yeah, now we can help you with Ms. Congeneality there.

Jeremy: Better late than never.

Reilly: Ready when you are, Parker.

Parker: Stay where you are!

Reilly: Say huh?!

The Rangers couldn't believe what they were hearing! Was their leader mad? A little punch drunk maybe?

CD: You sure you're thinking clearly there, P?

Parker: Perfectly. I may not have started this, but I am gonna finish it!

Shiv was staring at the Red Tekno Ranger. This one had qualities she could admire, even if he was the enemy. Skilled, headstrong, not too bad on the eyes. He was a warrior on the way up, too bad she planned on finishing him off.

Shiv: You got the jorblachs, Red Ranger! I'll give you that.

Parker: Thanks.....I think.

Shiv: Let's end this.

Parker: Let's.

The Red Ranger and the alien ninja drew their swords again. Facing each other, they charged. Parker swung first, trying to catch Shiv across her chest, but she countered by slapping his sword away with her own. She then brought her sword down across Parker's back.

Parker: Aarrgghh!!

Kylie: Parker!!

Parker: Stay there!

Parker separated his sword againand awaited Shiv's next attack. She didn't disappoint. Shiv leapt high up into the air again, intent on bringing her blade down on the Tekno Ranger's head. At the last second, Parker brought his swords up in an “X” fashion and caught Shiv's blade. Parker twisted his grip and flipped the sword out Shiv's hands. The blade flipped around and then plunged into the Earth a few feet from where they stood.

Jeremy: All right, Red! Whoooooo!

Kylie: Go, Parker.

Parker nodded as he held Shiv at bay, his sword inches from her throat.

Shiv: Finish me, Red Ranger. If you have the jorblachs.

Parker: You aliens and your funny words. I am not gonna finish you. Homie don't play that.

Shiv: Then I am shamed twice this day. I failed my father and I lost in combat.

Parker: Seems to me you are better than you know, Shiv. You could skip sides and join us.

Shiv laughed at the words.

Shiv: Join you?

Parker: It's better than what you have now.

Shiv: I think not.

A sudden burst of green energy struck Shiv and she was gone. A moment later, another green burst enveloped her sword and it dissappeared as well. Parker let out a huge breath and powered down. The others powered down as they ran up to their leader. Kylie punched her brother then hugged him.

Parker: Owww, hey!

Kylie: Don't you ever do that again!

Parker: Yes, Mom.

Reilly: Geez, what was that like!?

CD: Yeah, that's the longest fight I think any of us has had with either of the Gruesome Twosome.

Parker: It was okay. She was really good, had some nice moves.

Jeremy: Sure it was her moves you were checking out there, Chief?

Parker: What? I never...I mean...shut up.

Kylie: Parker, don't tell me you were checking out Shiv?!?

Parker just shrugged as the Rangers walked off out of the park. Up on the Moon Base, Shiv was kneeling before Lord Strife in her casual robes. Tensor stood off to the side, gloating, expecting Shiv to receive the full force of her father's wrath.

Strife: So.....you failed to destroy the Red Ranger?

Shiv: Yes, Father.

Strife: And he actually suggested you switch sides and join the traitor's forces??

Shiv: Yes.

Strife took his daughter's hand and made her rise to her feet. Shiv kept her head bowed.

Shiv: I am sorry for failing, Father. I await your decision of my fate.

Tensor: Shall I go and prep a shuttle for her exile, my lord? Hehehehehe.

Strife: Silence, you fanged fop! My daughter is going nowhere.

The two generals of Lord Strife blinked in disbelief.

Shiv: But, but, surely my failure deserves such a punishment.....

Strife: While it is true you didn't destroy the Red Tekno Ranger, you still showed me you have the fire of a conqueror in you, my darling. I believe you will serve me faithfully from now on, but it won't be as before. I want you to set a trap for Majestros, somewhere far away from Earth. Something that will draw him to you like a magnet. And when he gets there, you'll crush him like a bug!!!

Shiv: Thank you, Father! Thank you! I won't let you down.

Tensor stood there, his fanged mouth open in disbelief, as Strife and Shiv walked out of the throne room together. Shivgave Tensor a knowing wink as she exitted. Tensor punched a Putty in the chest-plate in anger. He stalked out of the throne room as the Putty exploded. Back in Angel Bluff, the Rangers had made their way back to the juice bar. Reilly and Jeremy were nervous as all get out as they sat at their usual table.

Reilly: We are fired. We are so done.

CD: For the last time, Jerry said you weren't gonna be fired.

Kylie: Yeah. Calm down and relax. Why all the nervousness anyway?

Jeremy: We haven't been here THAT long. You know what they say, “Last hired, first fired.”

Parker just shook his head as Jerry came out of the back office. He saw the Rangers sitting together and came right over.

Jerry: Hey good to see you guys. I have someone I want you to meet.

A heavyset, middle-aged man walked out of the back. He stood about 5 foot 9, with curly brown hair. The guy wore a Hawaiian shirt and khaki shorts over his beefy frame. His kind brown eyes lit up when he saw Reilly. Reilly's did the same when he saw who it was.

Reilly: Uncle Ernie!?

Ernie: Hows it going, lil man?

CD: You know this guy?

Reilly: Guys, this is my Uncle Ernie from Angel Grove.

Parker: Pleasure to meet you.

Kylie: Likewise.

Jeremy: Welcome to the neighbourhood, Mr. Ernie.

Ernie: Just “Ernie”will do.

Jerry: Well, since everyone has been so accomadating, I am going to go finish up in the back

Jerry turned and headed back into the office. Ernie took his place behind the counter, a sense of nostalgia wshed over him as he tied his apron on.

Reilly: I thought you got out of the smoothie game years ago, Unk?

Ernie: I did, I did. For awhile there, after living with all those alien attacks in Angel Grove, I got tired of it all & sold the Juice Bar to my friend, Adelle, and went on vacation. I even lived Blue Bay Harbor for awhile. But I really started to miss the Juice Bar. But I wanted to do it somewhere other than Angel Grove, somewhere close to family. So, here I am.

Jeremy: So we're not fired?

Ernie: Hahaha! No, why would you think that?

Reilly: “Last hired, first fired.”

Ernie just chuckled as he lined up some glasses on the counter.

Ernie: You know what I say to that?

Parker: What's that, Ernie?

Ernie: “First round's on the house.”, haha!

The Rangers all cheered as Ernie poured the their free smoothies. Life was good for the Rangers, life was good.