Ep. 47: Akane consumes Happosai's strength-enhancing noodles to avenge her arm-wrestling loss to Shampoo.
Aired on June 1, 1990

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After losing an arm-wrestling match to Shampoo, Akane seeks revenge by consuming super Soba noodles created by Happosai, which grant immense physical power. She intends to use these enhanced abilities to defeat Shampoo and settle the score. However, Ranma discovers that the noodles have a severe side effect: they cause the consumer to grow whiskers. Attempting to prevent this unwanted transformation, Ranma tries to convince Akane to eat the antidote. The episode focuses on Akane's determination to win the rematch despite the potential consequences of the magical food, while Ranma works to reverse the side effects before they become permanent.
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- Ep. 47 · Akane consumes Happosai's strength-enhancing noodles to avenge her arm-wrestling loss to Shampoo.
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