Astronema connected their powers to that of Dark Specter, intentionally causing him a great loss of power every time they battled.
Two years later, when Dark Specter's forces launched their assault on the universe, battles spread over many worlds.
Unfortunately, just as quickly, she (along with Ecliptor) is recaptured and reprogrammed to follow Dark Specter.
Astronema becomes more evil than ever, as she not only wants to destroy the Space Rangers, but also Dark Specter.
The five robotic (and borderline insane) villains possess great power, which secretly comes from Dark Specter.
Every time they fight, Dark Specter is drained of power and grows weaker.
The next year, Zordon had been captured by Dark Specter.
However, she is captured once again by Dark Specter and his forces after trying to save Earth from an asteroid sent by him.
As Astronema, she travelled the universe, conquering and destroying all those who would not serve her or Dark Specter.
The next time Eltar was mentioned, it was under attack by Dark Specter's forces.