Ep. 5: Akane's Heart Fractures After Injuring Her Father and Ranma
Aired on May 13, 1989

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Akane vows to stop causing harm after injuring her father, yet she breaks this promise by breaking Ranma's neck. Dr. Tofu treats Ranma's contusions during this incident. Meanwhile, the boys at Furinkan High cease their conflicts with Akane, acknowledging Kuno's defeat by Ranma. Akane also comes to the realization that Dr. Tofu harbors romantic feelings for Kasumi. This sequence of events highlights the physical and emotional fractures affecting Akane's relationships and her own internal struggle with violence and affection within her social circle.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Ranma Saotome and Genma Tendo arrive at the Tendo residence with their transformation secrets
- Ep. 2 · Ranma's First Day at Furinkan High School and His Rivalry with Kuno
- Ep. 3 · Ranma and Kuno clash in the pool, leading to Kuno's instant infatuation with the female Ranma.
- Ep. 4 · Nabiki acts as intermediary between Kuno and the Pigtails Girl using photos
- Ep. 5 · Akane's Heart Fractures After Injuring Her Father and Ranma
- Ep. 6 · Akane's Lost Love... These things happen, You Know
- Ep. 7 · Ryoga Hibiki arrives in Tokyo to confront Ranma over a past grievance
- Ep. 8 · Ranma and Ryoga battle at Furinkan School while the Chemistry Club fails to intervene
- Ep. 9 · Akane's New Short Hair Attracts Tofu While Ryoga Becomes a Pig Named P-chan