Ranma 1/2: A Forgotten Shonen Anime From The Creator Of Inuyasha

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The same year Dragon Ball Z came out, another classic anime premiered that was based on a manga from the same author as Inuyasha, albeit with significantly less fanfare. Ranma 1/2 is 161 episodes, 12 OVAs, and three movies of comedic and romantic exploits between the two main characters, with a fantastical plot twist. However, the original anime does cut off the story due to the animation company for the series going bankrupt. That being said, the anime is worth watching, even if you have to finish it by starting in the manga where the anime left off.

Ranma 1/2 tells the story of Ranma Saotome, a young boy and martial arts prodigy. Despite his martial arts prowess, he can't fight his way out of a fantastical curse; he turns into a girl whenever he comes into contact with cold water, and becomes a boy again once exposed to warm water. He is betrothed to girl who is also talented at martial arts, but hate men. While living with his betrothed fiancé, he attempts to make peace with her while trying to get rid of his curse. This anime has been largely forgotten by the modern anime community, however, below are the reasons why it shouldn't be, even if the anime didn't adapt the manga fully.

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One of the most entertaining parts of the show is the dynamic between Ranma and his betrothed fiancé, Akane. The couple are often chaotic, fighting, and generally annoyed with each other. They are not the typical loving shoujo couple you see in most romantic comedies. They are incredibly adverse to each other in the beginning, however that makes watching them fall in love more satisfying as the series progresses.

Instead of instantaneously falling in love, we see a slow burn relationship as they slowly learn to overcome their