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2 / 2- 52EP 52filler
Ukyo organizes a school ghost investigation that reveals Kuno possessed by Miyamoto Musashi's sword
Jul 6, 1990Ukyo arranges for students to investigate rumors of a school ghost. The group splits up during the night investigation. Ranma’s team hears screams from other groups. Each screaming group returns with scratches on their bodies. The ghost is revealed to be Kuno. He is possessed by the sword of Miyamoto Musashi. The investigation exposes the supernatural cause behind the injuries. Students learn the truth about the haunting. The episode focuses on the mystery and its resolution. No additional details are provided about the aftermath. The story concludes with the identification of the spirit.
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Happosai discovers love pills that activate upon seeing the opposite sex
Jul 13, 1990Happosai discovers an armband containing three love pills with varying durations: instant, one day, and a lifetime. These pills activate when the consumer sees someone of the opposite sex. Akane accidentally ingests the pill intended for a lifetime effect. Consequently, the other characters take extreme measures to prevent her from looking at the wrong person, fearing the permanent consequences of the potion. The group works to isolate her from potential romantic targets while managing the chaos caused by the accidental consumption of the powerful substance.
- 54EP 54filler
Ryoga and Mousse Form an Alliance to Seek Revenge After His Defeat
Jul 20, 1990Following a defeat at the hands of Ranma, Ryoga falls into a state of deep depression. Observing his companion's distress, Mousse proposes a strategic partnership to lift his spirits. They agree to combine their respective combat abilities and talents to form a unified front. The duo plans to execute a joint operation aimed at exacting revenge on Ranma for the prior loss. This alliance represents a calculated effort to leverage their combined strengths against a common adversary, shifting their focus from individual failure to a coordinated counterattack.
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Happosai's Magic Mirror Sends Characters Back to China
Jul 27, 1990Happosai's magic mirror transports him, Ranma, Akane, Soun, Genma, Shampoo, and Cologne to the era of Happosai and Cologne's youth in China.
- 56EP 56filler
Kodachi Kuno Offers Financial Aid for the Tendo Dojo in Exchange for Marriage
Aug 3, 1990Facing severe financial difficulties, the Tendo dojo struggles to maintain its operations. In response, Ranma and Akane attempt to attract new students to stabilize their situation. Kodachi Kuno learns of their predicament and approaches Ranma with a specific proposal. She pledges to provide the necessary funding to support the dojo, but only on the condition that Ranma agrees to marry her. This offer creates a direct conflict regarding the future of the dojo and Ranma's personal relationships, as he must navigate Kodachi's persistent advances while dealing with the dojo's urgent economic needs.
- 57EP 57filler
Miyo predicts a wedding and misfortune for Happosai, leading to a sudden illness outbreak.
Aug 10, 1990Miyo, a fellow student at the divination school, informs Akane that she and Ranma are destined to marry within a week, while also warning that something terrible will befall Happosai. As Happosai develops a high fever, Soun and Genma hastily decide to proceed with the wedding in the event of his death. Subsequently, everyone except Akane contracts the illness, compelling her to brew a special remedy to restore their health. This medical intervention successfully cures the group but necessitates the postponement of the upcoming nuptials.
- 58EP 58filler
Shampoo's Sisters Arrive to Enforce the Death Penalty on Ranma
Aug 17, 1990Shampoo’s sisters, Ling-Ling and Lung-Lung, visit to confront her regarding her failure to execute Ranma. They recall that Shampoo was defeated by Ranma in her female form, which legally obligated her to kill him. However, the sisters discover that Shampoo ignored this mandatory law. Consequently, they decide to take matters into their own hands and enforce the penalty themselves, believing it is their duty to ensure the rule is followed after Shampoo’s inaction.
- 59EP 59filler
Happosai splits Ranma creating an evil female self that tempts his male counterpart
Aug 24, 1990Following a casual remark about wanting to be a girl, Happosai employs a technique that separates Ranma into distinct male and female entities. The resulting female version is inherently evil and attempts to persuade the original male Ranma to embrace wickedness. This internal conflict generates significant trouble for Akane, Genma, Shampoo, and Cologne as they deal with the consequences of this split personality situation.
- 60EP 60filler
Copycat Ken challenges Ranma with his unique ability to mimic opponents
Aug 31, 1990The notorious martial artist known as Copycat Ken possesses the rare capability to replicate an opponent's physical appearance, strength, and combat techniques. During the confrontation, he utilizes these stolen abilities to engage Ranma in a fierce and evenly matched battle. The fight is described as neck and neck, highlighting the intensity of the clash between the two fighters. This encounter showcases Ken's dangerous skill set, which allows him to mirror his adversary's moves and physical attributes, creating a significant challenge for Ranma as they trade blows in a close contest.
- 61EP 61
Ryoga's Miracle Cure! Hand Over That Soap
Sep 7, 1990Ryoga acquires a bar of soap that appears to have permanently cured his longstanding curse. With his condition resolved, he begins making preparations for an upcoming romantic date with Akane. Meanwhile, Ranma, currently in her female form, and Shampoo become determined to obtain the magical soap for themselves. The two women attempt to seize the item from Ryoga, creating conflict as he seeks to keep the cure that has restored his normal state. This situation arises as Ryoga gets ready to meet Akane, unaware of the immediate threat posed by his rivals who are actively trying to take the soap away from him.
- 62EP 62filler
Participants compete in a massive obstacle course for a trip to China
Sep 14, 1990A large-scale obstacle course competition is organized with a trip to China as the grand prize. All members of the group decide to participate in the event, aiming to secure the reward. They navigate through the various challenging levels of the course. Ryoga ultimately wins the race, emerging as the victor. However, despite his success, he fails to locate the airport, preventing him from claiming the prize. The group enters the many stages of the obstacle course with the intent to win, but the outcome leaves Ryoga unable to find his way to the departure point.
- 63EP 63filler
Ukyo wears feminine clothes to attract Ranma, but he sees her only as a friend.
Nov 9, 1990Ukyo decides to wear feminine clothing in the hope of winning Ranma's romantic affection. However, Ranma continues to view her strictly as a friend, ignoring her efforts. Rumors spread that the two are dating in the park, which triggers a reaction from their rivals. Akane, Kodachi, and Shampoo confront Ukyo and challenge her to a cooking competition to settle the matter. This culinary battle serves as the central conflict of the episode, highlighting the complicated relationships between the characters and Ukyo's persistent attempts to change Ranma's perception of her.
- 64EP 64filler
Ranma and Genma return to Jusenkyo with Happosai to prevent past curses
Sep 21, 1990Ranma and Genma steal Happosai's magic mirror and travel back to Jusenkyo, with the old goat tagging along. They arrive just at the time of their previous visit, giving them a perfect opportunity to stop them from falling into the cursed springs altogether.
- 65EP 65
Principal Kuno returns from Hawaii to enforce mandatory haircuts unless students find a special coconut.
Oct 5, 1990Principal Kuno, the headmaster of Furinkan High School, arrives back from Hawaii and promptly institutes a strict new regulation requiring all male and female students to receive haircuts. To avoid this mandatory grooming, the student body must locate a specific coconut. If they succeed in finding this item, the enforcement of the haircut rule will be cancelled. The narrative focuses on the students' efforts to locate this object to circumvent the principal's sudden and severe policy change upon his return.
- 66EP 66filler
Principal Kuno assigns Tatewaki Kuno to school discipline while Happosai uses him for underwear collection.
Oct 12, 1990Principal Kuno places Tatewaki Kuno in charge of maintaining school discipline. Happosai offers to train Kuno, but his true intention is to use him to expand his collection of underwear. Despite this ulterior motive, Kuno's combat skills improve significantly during the training. As a result of his enhanced abilities, Kuno issues a challenge to Ranma Saotome, setting the stage for a confrontation between the two characters.
- 67EP 67
Ranma Loses His Strength After Happosai's Attack
Oct 19, 1990Happosai strikes Ranma with a technique that drains his physical power. Following this assault, he reveals to the group that Ranma is now defenseless and susceptible to harm. This event leaves the character in a weakened state, altering the dynamic among those present as they become aware of his new vulnerability. The incident highlights the danger posed by Happosai's abilities and the immediate consequences for Ranma's combat capabilities.
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Ranma receives hope from Cologne through the Hiryu Shoten Ha technique
Oct 26, 1990As Ranma approaches the point of surrender, Cologne intervenes to offer him a glimmer of hope. She introduces him to the Hiryu Shoten Ha, a powerful and devastating martial arts technique. This specific move is notable because it can be learned and effectively utilized by Ranma even while he is in a significantly weakened physical state. This development provides a crucial turning point for the character, who was previously on the verge of giving up entirely. The synopsis highlights the strategic value of this technique in overcoming his current limitations.
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Ranma attempts to defeat Happosai using Hiryu Shoten Ha while the master remains calm.
Nov 2, 1990Ranma employs the Hiryu Shoten Ha technique in an effort to defeat Happosai. However, the elderly master senses the underlying issue and deliberately maintains his composure. This emotional restraint neutralizes Ranma's attack, as the move requires a specific trigger to be effective. Ranma must find a method to provoke Happosai into losing his temper. Without success in angering the old master, the assault remains futile. The confrontation hinges on Ranma's ability to manipulate Happosai's emotional state to break his calm demeanor and make the technique work.
- 70EP 70filler
Ranma's Mother Arrives at the Tendo Dojo for a Visit
Nov 16, 1990An enigmatic female visitor appears at the Tendo dojo and engages in extended discussions with Genma Saotome. The narrative reveals that this individual is actually Nodoka Saotome, Genma’s mother. Consequently, Ranma faces the possibility of being required to reside with her. This development introduces a significant familial dynamic to the ongoing story at the dojo.
- 71EP 71recap
Ryoga Hibiki reflects on his feelings for Akane Tendo while alone in a forest cabin
Nov 23, 1990The episode depicts Ryoga Hibiki spending time by himself in a secluded cabin located within the woods. During this solitary period, he engages in deep contemplation regarding the nature of his personal relationship with Akane Tendo. The narrative focuses entirely on his internal thoughts and emotional processing as he attempts to understand the dynamics between himself and Akane. There are no other characters present, and the scene emphasizes his introspective state as he ponders the complexities of their connection without external interference or dialogue from others.
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Shampoo presents Ranma with a large cat bell tied to a marriage legend
Nov 30, 1990Shampoo gifts Ranma a large cat bell, explaining that legend dictates the couple holding it alongside a smaller bell are destined to marry. However, she remains unaware that the large bell is haunted by a ghost cat. This spectral feline is actively searching for a bride, introducing a supernatural complication to the traditional marriage pact. The situation shifts from a simple romantic gesture to a dangerous encounter with a vengeful spirit, as Ranma must now deal with the unintended consequences of accepting the cursed item.
- 73EP 73filler
Principal Kuno Hires Torajirou Higuma to Encourage Ranma and Akane's Confession
Dec 7, 1990Principal Kuno recruits a new educator named Torajirou Higuma to the school. Higuma assumes responsibility for helping Ranma and Akane openly express their romantic feelings for one another. The teacher operates on the belief that the characters should confess their emotions while they are still young. This initiative aims to resolve the tension between the two students by forcing them to acknowledge their affection directly under the guidance of the newly hired instructor.
- 74EP 74filler
Genji Reita arrives at the Tendo dojo seeking to train under Happosai
Dec 14, 1990Genji Reita witnesses Happosai demonstrating his martial arts skills and becomes deeply impressed by the display. Motivated by this experience, he travels to the Tendo dojo with the specific goal of becoming a student of Happosai's unrestricted fighting style. The master agrees to take him on as an apprentice. It quickly becomes evident that Genji is an exceptionally committed and diligent student, showing great dedication to his new training regimen under the guidance of his new master.
- 75EP 75
Ranma and Genma get separated while searching for a Christmas tree for Happosai in the mountains.
Dec 21, 1990Ranma and Genma travel to the mountains to locate a Christmas tree for Happosai, but they become separated during the trip. Ranma and Akane search for Genma and discover he has been adopted by a wealthy woman. She treats him as a playmate for her sickly son, Yutaro. Genma appears to be living in luxury in this new role as a panda. The pair must navigate this unexpected situation while trying to reunite with their father. The story focuses on the discovery of Genma's new life and the family's reaction to his adoption by the rich woman and her son.
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- How many episodes does Ranma 1/2 have?
- Ranma 1/2 has 18 episodes.
- When did Ranma 1/2 come out?
- Ranma 1/2 came out in 1989.
- Which studio made Ranma 1/2?
- Ranma 1/2 was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Ranma 1/2?
- Ranma 1/2 was directed by Tomomi Mochizuki.
- Is Ranma 1/2 finished?
- Current status of Ranma 1/2: Finished.