Ranma 1/2 (2-in-1 Edition), Vol. 1
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364 pages · Released Jul 27, 2021 · VIZ Media LLC
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Ranma 1/2 is a comedic martial arts manga with frequent slapstick fighting but minimal serious violence. The humor relies heavily on the protagonist's gender-transformation curse and romantic awkwardness, which includes some nudity played for comedy. While mostly lighthearted, the story explores themes of self-acceptance and perseverance through martial arts training, making it suitable for older middle-grade and teen readers.
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Contains volumes 1 and 2! Years ago, Genma promised his old friend Soun Tendo that Ranma would marry one of Soun’s three daughters and carry on the family’s martial arts school. Except that the girl picked to be Ranma’s bride doesn’t seem to like him, Ranma keeps getting into fights…and did we mention that whole changi... Contains volumes 1 and 2! Years ago, Genma promised his old friend Soun Tendo that Ranma would marry one of Soun’s three daughters and carry on the family’s martial arts school. Except that the girl picked to be Ranma’s bride doesn’t seem to like him, Ranma keeps getting into fights…and did we mention that whole changing into a girl thing?
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- Young Adult
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- Martial arts
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ISBN 9781974727643 · VIZ Media LLC