The mystery surrounding the Rangers’ returning friend reaches a critical point as Rita’s scheme becomes clearer. The teenagers must deal with the emotional complications of having someone from their past caught up in their dangerous world. At the same time, the Rangers still have to protect Angel Grove from Rita’s forces. Their ability to trust one another becomes particularly important as they work to expose the truth and prevent the enemy from taking advantage of their personal connections. The adventure combines friendship, danger and another reminder that being a Ranger can complicate even the most familiar relationships.