Ep. 12: Rando reveals his true power as he shrinks Kuwabara and prepares for a final confrontation with Yusuke.
Aired on December 26, 1992
Kuwabara confronts Shorin, whose demeanor hides deeper secrets. Genkai identifies Shorin as Rando, who utilizes ancient spirit medium techniques. Rando demonstrates overwhelming strength by shrinking Kuwabara and nearly crushing him to death before restoring his size. This display highlights the immense power gap between them. Following this incident, the final battle between Yusuke and Rando begins. Yusuke manages to break through one of Rando's destructive attacks, appearing to defeat his opponent. However, Yusuke soon realizes that Rando is far from defeated. The true conflict is just beginning, setting the stage for a more intense and dangerous confrontation that lies ahead for the protagonist.
Episodes
- Ep. 8 · Hiei holds Keiko hostage with the Shadow Sword, forcing Yusuke to battle him for the antidote.
- Ep. 9 · Yusuke and Kuwabara enter a tournament to access Genkai's secret techniques while evading the demon Rando.
- Ep. 10 · Kuwabara masters his spirit sword technique to win his first tournament match in the dark temple.
- Ep. 11 · Yusuke defeats first opponent with Genkai's cigarette then wins semifinal against shuriken user
- Ep. 12 · Rando reveals his true power as he shrinks Kuwabara and prepares for a final confrontation with Yusuke.
- Ep. 13 · Yusuke battles Rando's demonic form using stolen techniques and a trick to win
- Ep. 14 · Yusuke and allies enter Maze Castle to confront Saint Beasts controlling humans with Makai insects
- Ep. 15 · The Elegant Kurama Executes a Beautiful Dance Against the Stone Beast Genbu
- Ep. 16 · Kuwabara confronts Byakko, the second Saint Beast, in a battle of spirit energy.