 This article is about an Extra Hero in Gekiso Sentai Carranger.
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- "I, the one who raises space traffic control, am here to capture the Intergalactic Bowzock Biker Gang. An intergalactic policeman from Police Planet! I've come to Earth... I've come here alone! Let's protect the traffic rules of justice! My name! Signalman Police Coburn!"
- ―Signalman's introduction[src]
Signalman (シグナルマン Shigunaruman), whose full name is Signalman Police Coburn (シグナルマン ポリス コバーン Shigunaruman Porīsu Kobān), is an intergalactic officer from Planet Police who was assigned to Earth, and something of a Sixth Ranger figure to the Carrangers.
History[]
Carranger[]
- "Upholding the traffic rules of justice! My name is... Signalman!"
- ―Signalman's roll call[src]
Signalman turned into a child
Signalman is a Space Police officer from the Planet Police, where he left behind his wife Sigue, and his son Sigtarou, to pursue the Bowzock. He can sometimes be more of a hindrance than a help to the Carrangers. Because of his intense training in the rules of traffic, he never breaks traffic rules in any case, even if it conflicts with his sense of justice (like in one instance, when Ichitarou Tenma was kidnapped by the Gorotsuki CC Chakkoo, and Signalman gave chase until he came across a red crossing light; while Chakkoo managed to escape. Signalman could not give chase because if he did, he would be breaking a traffic law 
TV STORY-Ep. 22: The Tragic Traffic Rule Habit).
Because of his own relations with his son, he has a good friendship with Ichitarou, who he commonly helps with homework (while likewise making sure he goes to school even during the summer) and leaves responsibility of watching his station to. Said station, the Kobaan Base (コバーンベース Kobān Bēsu), is a small Police booth, which can be nearly everywhere in Japan, except places where people might actually pass it. For this reason, Signalman rarely catches any activity, and is usually introduced into most episodes casually observing what is outside his station, stating that no one is around. This is usually before he ends up dragged into an incident involving the Carrangers and/or the Bowzock.
After receiving a letter from his son Sigtarou regarding an upcoming athletics meet on Police, Signalman departs Earth after much debate and deliberation (which was not helped by him having to singlehandedly save the Carrangers after they had been baked into a giant pizza by another Gorotsuki, XX Mileno) TV STORY-Ep. 27: The Crossroads of Transferring Away From Home..., ultimately choosing to do so due to finally trusting the Carranger enough to leave Earth in their hands. Yet some time after his return, the planet is mysteriously coated in a five-way colored gas (unknowingly distributed by Reckless Dash Emperor Exhaus) which ends up making Sigtarou sick and warps Signalman's mind, making him believe the Carranger were behind it. Deceived, he went back to Earth to take them down for what they've done to Sigtarou and himself while becoming an ally of the Bowzock. Fortunately, the Carrangers managed to restore their friend to normal by tricking him into drinking cider after a hard battle with them, which they likewise have him contact to Police to save Sigtarou.
Signalman remains on Earth for the remainder of the series to protect it, and assist the Carranger in stopping the Bowzock and Exhaus's plans, aside from a brief period during New Year's when he brings his wife and son to his station planet for vacation. During Exhaus' final plan, he tries to assist Ichitarou to protect the Carranger during their greatest crisis. He ends up saving the Earth from being blown up by the Bowzock's out-of-control Baribarian when it is sent by the tyrant to destroy the planet and eliminate the minions he had been using all along. After Exhaus' defeat, Signalman returns to Police to partake in a proper education beyond traffic rules and to become a detective.
30 Sentai Encyclopedia[]
Signalman is acknowledged as an Extra Hero (番外ヒーロー Bangai Hīrō) in the 30 Sentai Encyclopedia Special Files entry shown at the end of Task 44 of GoGo Sentai Boukenger. TV STORY-Task. 44: The Hermit's Onsen TV STORY-30 Sentai Encyclopedia
Gokaiger[]
Legend War[]
Signalman and Extra Heroes in Super Sentai 199
- "Signalman, reporting for duty! I am ready to protect the Earf!"
- ―Signalman[src]
Signalman fought in the Great Legend War, along with the first 34 Super Sentai teams as part of an "Extra Hero" Squadron who assisted the Goseigers, Tsuyoshi Kaijo, and Sokichi Banba reach the battleground where the final showdown occurred. Signalman sacrificed his powers along with the Extra Heroes and the rest of the Super Sentai at the orders of AkaRenger to destroy the Zangyack armada. 
MOVIE STORY-Gokaiger Goseiger Super Sentai 199 Hero Great Battle
Interim[]
After Basco lost his fifteen Sixth Ranger Keys, Basco revealed that he had ten more Ranger Keys of Extra Rangers and Heroes (With Signalman's Key being one of them). TV STORY-Ep. 16: Clash! Sentai vs. Sentai
During the hunt for the Ohrangers Greater Power, Basco summoned a Clone of Signalman along with Clones of his eight remaining Ranger Keys to dismantle the trap set up by Goro Hoshino but as Basco was about to take the Greater Power the Gokaigers showed up to save Goro and Basco ordered his Clones to attack the Gokaigers with the Signalman Clone fighting Gokai Green, when the Gokaigers received the Greater Power of the Ohrangers they changed into the Ohranger and were able to overpower the Clones and beat them with the Olé Bazooka but the Signalman Clone was one of three Clones still standing but was finished by the Gokai Blast & Slash, after the Clones returned to their Ranger Key forms Sally tried to collect them but was stopped by Gai who was quick to collect the Keys where they would be added to the Gokaigers Ranger Keys. TV STORY-Ep. 31: Crash!! Secret Operations
In the Gokaigers Possession[]
Don as Signalman
When the Gokaigers first transformed into Extra Heroes, in their fight against the Dogomin, Don became Signalman. TV STORY-Ep. 37: The Strongest Fighting Machine
Farewell Space Pirates[]
Signalman in Gokaiger 51 alongside Doggie
After the final battle with the end of the Zangyack, Signalman joins with S.P.D. officer Doggie Kruger after getting his key back to see the Gokaigers off. TV STORY-Final Ep.: Farewell Space Pirates
Chou Super Hero Taisen[]
An iteration of Signalman was selected to participate in the Chou Super Hero Taisen tournament as a member of Team Dandy
to try and win the right to become the Goriders (With Signalman a candidate for Momo-Rider). Signalman and his team beat Team Ninja in the first round but were beaten by Team Card in the second round. MOVIE STORY-Kamen Rider × Super Sentai: Chou Super Hero Taisen
Super Sentai Strongest Battle[]
Signalman joined the Super Sentai Strongest Battle as a member of Curveball Team, where he partnered with Shurikenger and Ninjaman and fought in a three-way match against Bouken Yellow, Green Sai, and GaoBlack of Super Strong Team in the first round of the competition, but lost the match. TV STORY-Battle1: Who is the Strongest in History!?
Personality[]
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Weaknesses[]
- Safety Protocol: As an intergalactic officer, Signalman strictly follows basic safety rules (which includes traffic safety), which some enemies can take advantage of it (Deputy Leader Zelmoda and CC Chakko).
Arsenal[]
- Signizer
- Recording Device
- Police Baton Mode
- Gun Mode
- Signal Whistle
- Policepeeder
Mecha[]
Appearances: Carranger Episodes 12-17, 20-28, 35-38, Carranger vs. Ohranger, 42-44, 47, 48; 199 Hero Great Battle, Gokaiger Episode 51; Super Sentai Strongest Battle, Battle1
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Evil Signalman
Powers and Abilities[]
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Arsenal[]
- Signizer
- Recording Device
- Police Baton Mode
- Gun Mode
- Signal Whistle
- Policepeeder
Mecha[]
Relationships[]
Allies[]
Rangers[]
- Carrangers - Teammates
- Ohrangers
- Gingamen
- Dekarangers
- Magirangers
- Boukengers
- Gekirangers
- Shinkengers
- Gorengers
- J.A.K.Q
- Goseigers
- Kakurangers
- Shurikenger (I)
- Livemen
- Gaorangers
Family[]
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Enemies[]
Villain Groups[]
Space Bosozoku Bowzock[]
- Reckless Dash Emperor Exhaus
- President Gynamo - Former Enemy
- Deputy Leader Zelmoda - Former Enemy
- Inventor Grotch - Former Enemy
- Beauty Zonnette - Former Enemy
- Instructor Ritchihiker/RitchRitchihiker
- Combatant Wanpers
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Space Empire Zangyack[]
Family[]
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Portrayal[]
- Signalman was voiced by Hochu Otsuka (大塚 芳忠 Ōtsuka Hōchū). His main suit actor was Yoshinori Okamoto (岡本 美登 Okamoto Yoshinori, credited as O-Bitoh), his sub was Kenji Takechi (武智 健二 Takechi Kenji).
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Ranger Key[]
The Signalman Ranger Key.
- "Carranger!"
- ―Mobilates' Gokai Change announcement[src]
The Signalman Ranger Key (シグナルマンレンジャーキー Shigunaruman Renjā Kī) is Signalman's personal Ranger Key and what became of his powers after he along with the rest of the 34 Super Sentai sacrificed their powers to end the Great Legend War.
This key, along with the other nine extra hero keys and the fifteen sixth ranger keys, were initally acquired by Basco ta Jolokia and later used by the Gokaigers. Like all of his Ranger Keys, Basco used his trumpet, the Rapparatta, to turn the Signalman key into a puppet to do his bidding. Basco united his nine remaining Ranger Keys, the Black Knight key being taken by the Gokaigers before hand, when he was confronted by Goro Hoshino (OhRed†). The Extra Heroes would then fight the Gokaigers again, who wished to take the Ohrangers' greater power rather than just be given it. Signalman fought Don Dogoier (Gokai Green), who fought as OhGreen. The Extra Heroes were taken down by the Olé Bazooka. Signalman's key, along with the rest of the Extra Heroes was claimed by the Gokaiger.
While in the possession of the Gokaigers, the Signalman Ranger Key was used by Don Dogoier (Gokai Green) and Gai Ikari (Gokai Silver) on one occasion each.
- Don became Signalman as part of an all-Extra Hero Gokai Change in the Gokaigers' fight with two Dogomin.
TV STORY-Ep. 37: The Strongest Fighting Machine - Gai became Signalman when the Gokaigers became the Carrangers while fighting Zangyack. STAGE STORY-Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger Final Live Tour 2012
After Zangyack were finally defeated, the Gokaigers gave the Ranger Keys back to their rightful owners. Signalman received his key back, restoring him to his normal form.
Usage[]
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Notes[]
- Signalman is the very first official Sentai hero of extraterrestrial origins.
- According to Tetsu Inada, who voices Doggie Kruger, the director told him that the reason Doggie and Signalman were together is because Signalman gave up his physical body after the Legend War; whatever inanimate form he did turn into was kept under the care of the S.P.D. Earth Branch.
- Signalman is the first Sentai Ranger who is a parent.
Appearances[]
- Gekiso Sentai Carranger
- Ep. 12: The Signalman Who Came from Space
- Ep. 13: Dispatch!! The Proud Emergency Vehicle
- Ep. 14: Full Acceleration to Hellish Lightning
- Ep. 15: Evil With a Learner's Permit In Love
- Ep. 16: Bad Wisdom, Merging Caution
- Ep. 17: Wearing Authority, Head-On Collision!
- Ep. 20: Test Drive the Ultimate Famous Cars!!
- Ep. 21: The Carnavi That Surpassed Carnavi
- Ep. 22: The Tragic Traffic Rule Habit
- Ep. 23: Overheating For a Princess
- Ep. 24: Urgent Launch?! New Leader
- Ep. 25: The Mysterious Intruding Girl!
- Ep. 26: The Nonstop Home Delivery Weapon
- Ep. 27: The Crossroads of Transferring Away From Home...
- Ep. 28: Farewell, Signalman!!
- Ep. 35: The Traitorous Signalman
- Ep. 36: The Suspicious Exhaust Purging Operation
- Ep. 37: The Dreadful Universal Highway Project
- Ep. 38: Back Alright!? Imo-Youkan Life
- Gekiso Sentai Carranger vs. Ohranger
- Ep. 42: Engine Stall On All Cars! Desperate Situation for the Giant Robo!!
- Ep. 43: Merry Carmagic Christmas!!
- Ep. 44: The Persistently, Wacky Gekiso Chase!
- Ep. 47: Hit and Break!? The Death-Defying Space Drive
- Final Ep.: Forever Traffic Safety!!
- Gekiso Sentai Carranger Super Video: Hero School (flashback; archive footage only)
- Denji Sentai Megaranger vs. Carranger (photo only)
- Hyakuju Sentai Gaoranger vs. Super Sentai (flashback; archive footage only)
- Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger
- Kamen Rider × Super Sentai: Chou Super Hero Taisen
- 4 Week Continuous Special Super Sentai Strongest Battle!!
Super Sentai Battle Base[]
Signalman is among the vast pantheon of heroes which are available in the mobile game Super Sentai Battle Base.See Also[]
- Blue Senturion - Power Rangers counterpart in Turbo. See comparison page.
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