Ranma ½ (1989)

Prepare for a martial arts comedy like no other, where a single splash of cold water can spell absolute chaos. Follow the perpetually unlucky Ranma Saotome, a prodigious fighter cursed to transform into a girl whenever doused with cold H2O, and back to a boy with hot. This bizarre predicament is just the beginning of his troubles, as he navigates a world brimming with eccentric martial artists, ancient techniques, and a truly bewildering array of animal transformations. Ranma's already complicated life is further entangled by an arranged marriage to the fiery Akane Tendo, a tomboy with a strong punch and an even stronger personality. Their turbulent, love-hate relationship forms the chaotic heart of a series filled with hilarious misunderstandings, epic battles, and an ever-expanding cast of rivals and allies, each with their own unique quirks and martial arts styles.

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