The term 'The LONE Ranger' refers to a fictional character from the American Old West, created by George W. Trendle and Fran Striker in 1933. He is a heroic masked Texas Ranger who fights injustice in the American Old West. He is usually accompanied by his Native American companion, Tonto. The LONE Ranger is known for his use of the phrase 'Hi-yo, Silver, away!' as he rides off on his horse, Silver.