Jason was the first Power Ranger on the series. True, he was offered the Power the same time as Billy, Zack, Kim, and Trini, but he was the one who welcomed the weighty duty of defending Earth. He recognized his chance to make a difference in the world, and while his friends were skeptical of Zordon and his tidings of evil aliens, he was prepared to go on faith. His leadership qualities shone from the moment he took the morpher, and for over a season he blazed new trails as the commander of the Power Rangers. During his tenure he was the rock upon which his friends relied, exemplifying courage and always taking the greatest risk when times seemed the darkest. And under his command the Rangers gained their footing, becoming the fighting force that was celebrated by the civilians of Angel Grove for their heroic deeds. Ultimately, the opportunity to participate in a Youth Summit drew him away from active service, but he didn't stay out of uniform forever. He returned in Zeo, when the Rangers needed someone they could rely on to wield the uncanny power of the Gold Ranger.

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