Trini Kwan
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Character history
She made her first appearance performing a kata, on the first episode of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. When Rita Repulsa escaped and began wreaking havoc on earth, Trini was chosen along with four other teens to receive a great power which was drawn from the spirits of the dinosaurs. These powers would give them the ability to transform into a fighting force only known as the Power Rangers. Zordon, a wise wizard and the Rangers' mentor, chose Trini for her compassion, martial arts talent and quick wits.Trini has a peaceful; quiet nature, but only when battle was the only option did she display her physical abilities. She is very patient, but only to a certain point. If pushed over the limit, she becomes a razor-sharp fighter with lightning reflexes.
What characterizes Trini most on the series seems to be the affection she feels for her friends and family, and her sense of honor. In nearly every episode featuring her, her relationships are at the fore, whether it be her cousin Silvia, her uncle Howard, or even her sisterly bond with Kimberly or uniquely strong friendship with Billy. In all cases, her attachments are fierce, and both her vulnerability and strength are shown in just how much she cares for those around her. Also, her strong sense of honor and responsibility are emphasized, as she strives to set good examples to the youths in her care, or live up to the codes of honor she respects.
Trini was known for her endless devotion to saving the world and protecting others. Her intelligence was second to Billy Cranston, the Blue Power Ranger. She was an environmentalist, trying to preserve the earth's natural beauty. Her peaceful soul and compassionate heart made her a wise friend to call upon when there was trouble, often taking on the role of "morale booster" for the team, believing teamwork a key to success. She will always be remembered as a selfless fighter who tried to save the world.
A particular love interest Trini had was in a young man named Richie. The two never went on a actual date however, but Richie did show signs of interest in Trini. Whenever the two talked, a tone of attraction is well noticed, and Richie's nervousness as well. Although, Richie did build up the courage to ask Trini on a study date. Too bad the episode Richie asked Trini out was also one of the last episodes before the unexpected leaving of the actress and actors that played Trini, Zack, and Jason from the show.
When Thuy Trang, Austin St. John, and Walter Emmanuel Jones (it is rumored that they wanted more money), their characters were written off the series in the two-part "Power Transfer" episode. Trini went to the Peace Conference, and was never heard from again, having been replaced by Aisha Campbell.
Trivia
- According to the MMPR Interactive CD-ROM, Trini's birthday was August 9th, making her a Leo.
- According to a contest held by ABC Family, Trini was voted the best Yellow Ranger of all time.
- She was born in Austin, Texas and was 16 years old when she was chosen by Zordon.
- In the absence of Jason and Zack, Trini is the one who leads the Power Rangers into morphing, as shown in episodes such as the Grumble Bee in season 1 and Two for One in season 2.
- Trini often translated Billy's technospeak for the other Rangers.
- Unlike Kimberly (the Pink Power Ranger), Trini does not have a skirt with her battle outfit. This is because most (if not all) of the morphed battle sequences during Season 1 were taken from the Japanese version with the voices changed, where the Yellow Power Ranger is a male. This is also why the Yellow Ranger does not do a feminine pose like the Pink Ranger when morphed.
- Trini was originally afraid of heights, but conquered her fear while climbing a mountain to save Billy from a Putty in the episode "High Five".
- Trini's Uncle Howard invented an invisibility formula, a green liquid that turned whatever touched it invisible.
- One of Rita's monsters, Pineapple the Clown, turned Trini's cousin Sylvia into a cardboard cutout.
- Trini's costume for the masquerade party in the episode "Life's a Masquerade" was a Native American woman.
- In the episode "Bloom of Doom", Trini was in charge of Angel Grove High's volleyball club.
- According to the MMPR Official Guidebook, Trini spent her spare time playing volleyball, researching Eastern Philosophy, collecting exotic dolls, working out in the gym, practicing Kung Fu and other martial arts.
- Trini is also the first Power Ranger of Asian descent. (In the U.S. version)
- Thuy Trang, the actress that plays Trini could be seen much of the time wearing the same necklace, both on and off the show, which is beleived to be a buddhist amulet.
- She learned Praying Mantis Kung Fu and learned Karate from Jason.
- Zordon's Statement: Trini is the one Ranger with "lightning hands and a peaceful soul."
- Special Fighting Quality: She neutralizes any adversary with the least amount of effort.
- First Appearance: Day of the Dumpster (MMPR Season 1,1993)
- Last Appearance: The Power Transfer, Part 2 (MMPR Season 2, 1994)
- Trini is still featured heavily in Ranger fan fiction, and several stories incorporate Thuy Trang's death in a car crash on September 3rd, 2001 by having Trini suffer a similar fate.
- The episode Circuit Unsure of was dedicated to her memory.
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| Power Rangers Characters by Era and Generation | ||
|---|---|---|
| General:
| List of characters | Minor characters | |
| Ranger Designations:
| Red Ranger > Yellow Ranger | Blue Ranger | Black/Green Ranger | Pink/White Ranger | Other Rangers and Ranger-like Allies | |
| Zordon | I
| Jason Lee Scott > Trini Kwan | Zack Taylor | Kimberly Hart | Billy Cranston | Tommy Oliver |
| II
| Rocky DeSantos > Adam Park | Aisha Campbell | |
| III-IV
| Katherine Hillard > Ninjor | Aquitian Rangers | Tanya Sloan | Trey of Triforia | |
| V-VI
| Justin Stewart > Blue Senturion | Carlos Vallertes | Ashley Hammond | Cassie Chan | T.J. Johnson | Phantom Ranger | Andros | Zhane | |
| Post-Zordon/ Independent | VII-X
| Lost Galaxy Power Rangers | Magna Defender | Mike Corbett | Lightspeed Rescue Power Rangers | Time Force Power Rangers | Quantum Ranger | Wild Force Power Rangers |
| Disney/ New Zealand | XI- present
| Ninja Storm Power Rangers > Dino Thunder Power Rangers | S.P.D. Power Rangers | Mystic Force Power Rangers | Clare | Koragg |
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