In a time when martial arts manga was becoming popular, Rumiko Takahashi-sensei (future creator of Inuyasha) enters the fray with a martial arts manga of her own—with a twist. The story is about Ranma, who after falling into a cursed spring while training in China, is cursed with a body that becomes female when exposed to cold water, and reverts back to male in hot water. Now in Japan, he is told to marry Akane to ensure the passing of their father’s martial arts and dojo. But, is Ranma male or female? As the plot progresses, there are many more quirky characters, also cursed by the springs in China.

Recap of Pop GO posts published on Aug. 4, 2012.

Opening

• Art Of Fighting

News

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Reviews

• Anime Review: Hunter X Hunter - 37-41
• Comic Review: Animal Man #12
• Manga Review: One Piece - 676

Segments

• Mangaka of the Week: Rumiko Takahashi

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Rumiko Takahashi-sensei is considered to be one of the most affluent mangaka in Japan and one of its wealthiest citizens. It is no wonder why sensei acquired such wealth and fame — she is the best selling female comic artist in history. With titles such as InuYasha, Ranma 1/2, Maison Ikkoku, and Rin-ne under her name, it is only right that sensei would have such a position.