Official Announcement: New Ranma 1/2 Anime in the Works
Following the recent rebooted Urusei Yatsura anime’s finish, fans of Rumiko Takahashi’s work are presented with even more exciting news to celebrate. The well-known manga author’s official Twitter account has revealed that they’re working on a new Ranma ½ anime. More details regarding this project will be revealed during a special livestream on July 17th, 2024. This announcement has already created so much hype among the long-time fans of Ranma.
Ranma ½ Plot Overview
Ranma ½ is known to be one of the most loved creations of Rumiko Takahashi. Originally it was serialized in the pages of Weekly Shonen Sunday from August 1987 to March 1996, so the manga has over 38 volumes in total.
The story revolves around Ranma Saotome who’s a teenage martial artist. Due to a curse, he turns into a girl and whenever he’s splashed with cold water, he turns into a girl. This premise sets the stage for a series filled with humor, and action-packed escapades, which surround his arranged engagement to Akane Tendo, one of Soun Tendo’s three daughters.
Anime Adaptation and Studios
The original Ranma ½ anime was produced by Studio DEEN and was aired for a total of 143 episodes. It also released many anime films and OVAs which contributed to its popularity. The show’s not only a blend of comedy and romance but it’s also filled with martial arts action coupled with interesting characters and quirky situations. This anime has left a long-lasting impact on the anime Industry with its unique offerings.
VIZ Media which publishes the Ranma ½ manga in English described the series as a story where Genma Saotome promised one of his friends named Soun Tendo that his son would be marrying one of Soun’s daughters to carry on the family’s martial arts school. However, due to some complications, the chosen bride, Akane, seems to dislike Ranma who constantly finds himself indulging in conflicts and challenges posed by his unique curse.
Conclusion
The official announcement of Ranma ½ anime has fans anticipating its release and they can’t wait! After Takashi’s success of Urusei Yatsura’s reboot, there’s a good chance that New Ranma ½ will succeed as well. Fans are waiting for new information and are hopeful that this new adaptation will bring something fresh and classic to the table!