Ranma Saotome (Black Rose, Blue Thunder)

## Biography

### History

Ranma, Genma, and Ryoga found an old booklet when they were cleaning out the attic a few years ago. It was filled with tons of secret techniques for the Anything Goes school. They saw this one technique called the Pokefist that was supposed to give the human that masters it the powers of any Pokemon that they happen to run across. But there was one flaw to the technique that Ranma never got to since he never read the warning page. Ryoga and Genma tried to convince Ranma not to learn the technique but he believed that they were afraid of the power he would gain upon mastering it and wanted it for themselves. His mothers are the only people that Ranma is scared enough of and respects enough to snap out from under the Pokefist influence for.

Ranma met Tatewaki in middle school. He and Ryoga were raised to fight over food, Tatewaki unaware of this figured that Ryoga was being picked on and intervened. When they explained it to him, he was awfully sorry and the three got to be friends, though Tatewaki and Ranma can barely stand each other. The only thing they have in common is sword training and that made them more competitive with each other. Tatewaki ended up joining them in their travels, but they ended up getting separated because of Ryoga’s horrible sense of direction. One day they were at a street fighting tournament in Tokyo and got separated from the two in the crowd.

Kodachi has been traveling with Ranma and Genma for little over a year. Both Ranma and Kodachi were shocked at realizing that they knew of each other's first paramours. It had them laughing about it for days. Especially since they ended up as a couple. At first Ranma saw Kodachi as any other girl seeing it as a challenge when she wasn’t interested. He fell for her more and more as he got to know Kodachi. It took Ranma about a year to win her over. Due to a combination of wanting to make sure he did everything right and scared of what her brother would do to him the two moved at a pretty slow rate than most couples.

The three went to China on a quest. Upon arriving there they spoke little of the language and only after several business dealings Ranma and Kodachi made were they able to obtain a Guide of sorts. They requested to gain some training skills native to the region and the Guide led them to Jusenkyo. Unlike Ranma and Genma Kodachi wary of the training grounds name decided to sit things out. Ranma managed to to triumph over his father and knock him into the nearest spring, which happened to be the spring of drowned big fat flying pig. Surprised at his fathers transformation Ranma fell into the spring of drowned female elf.

Directly after this, the three found the Chinese Amazon Tribe holding a tournament. Kodachi and Ranma used that opportunity to go into their huts and take everything they could get their hands on stealing many of tribe's most valuable treasures.

### Plot

Ranma and Kodachi are introduced fighting Genma shocking the denizens of Nerima at the sight of two women one of which is an elf fighting a flying pig. While Kodachi led the attack out of the two Ranma appeared to be the exalting the most. Ranma jumped on her fathers back causing him to fly high into the atmosphere in a fit of rage before plummeting back to the ground hitting it with a thunderous crash. Kodachi immediately went to check on Ranma who luckily was able to get Genma to take most of the impact so was relatively uninjured. After jokingly wondering if Genma was Ranma’s real father the two discussed what to do next. Ranma wanted to just leave Kodachi felt that it was best to meet with the Tendo’s. Genma informing Ranma about his engagement with one of them is what started the fight between the three and she felt it was advisable to at least see what hold they claim to have before moving on. At the very least they could get food and shelter out of it.

Ranma reluctantly agreed but first they needed to get rid of some extra baggage. After picking up her father Ranma bounded into the air with an agility that didn't seem entirely human and left before anyone watching could even blink. The two were greeted by Kasumi Tendo who was shocked to see a gorgeous blonde girl standing on the high wall that surrounded the dojo holding the hand of another girl with raven hair wearing an equally cheery face. However she quickly shifted back into her polite mode when Kodachi asked to see the head of the household as they had that would interest her family. As Kasumi led them to her father Kodachi snapped Ranma who was excited at the prospect of taking a hot bath back to the present.

After they introduced themselves Tendo Soun fell to the floor in a heap as an echoing silence filled the air. His daughters stared at their father in shock while Ranma looked wary at this reaction. It was a feeling that Kodachi shared as she sighed. Soun bemoaned not being able to join the schools as Nabiki chastised him for making sure his old friend had a son. Hearing this Kodachi asked Soun what that had to do with Ranma stating that if they get an explanation to the circumstances surrounding this promise they two would gladly leave the family alone. Sniffing as he continued to sob quietly Soun explained the promise he and Genma made to their master about continuing the Anything Goes school of martial arts. He then immediately burst into tears as the group took this information into consideration.

Akane was the first to break silence and called her father out for being so rude to their guest just because they were girls. Her suggesting that they let the two stay caused Ranma and Kodachi to exchange sly looks. Something that did not make it past Nabiki’s notice. Bowing Kodachi thanked Akane for her generosity. Blushing at the praise Akane assured Kodachi that the two could stay as long as they like. However they just wanted to resolve the matters with the Tendo’s while discovering the truth behind the whispered rumors of an engagement involving Ranma. At this point Kodachi poked Ranma in the ribs who after agreeing with Kodachi asked if she could take a bath much to everyone’s surprise. Before Akane or Nabiki could reply Kasumi rose smoothly to her feet and led Ranma to the furo.

Ranma soaked in the furo contemplating his life so far, specifically his relationship with Kodachi. He was interrupted by Akane rushing in to tell him that Kodachi was being attacked by a flying pig, only to trail off dumbly upon seeing him instead of the statuesque blonde girl she expected. Ranma started stammering a series of explanations, none of which accessed in Akane's mind, as he hastily rose to his feet to reveal all of his muscular and rather abundant assets. Immediately on seeing this Akane blushed deeply as she tore her light brown eyes away from where they had been previously focused. Noticing the change in her facial color and direction of her former gaze Ranma yelped then dove back into the water while still babbling rapidly at her. Backing out of the furo slowly Akane shut the doors to it.

Quickly getting addressed he arrived just in time to hear explain what happened. seeing Kodachi’s distressed look at Akane telling her she didn’t know where the intruder went he chastised Kodachi for thinking that he’d run off without her. Bounding forward Kodachi enveloped Ranma in a tight hug, who returned it wearing a soft smile, she then pulled away and explained that Genma had somehow escape from wherever he left him meaning they had a great deal of explaining to do.

Observing the various confused reactions of the Tendo’s Ranma grimaced and met the eyes of Kodachi who shrugged as way of an answer. Sighing at this, he introduced himself as Ranma Saotome. As Ranma, Kodachi and the Tendo’s sat around the table Kodachi took the kettle from the smug looking pig and poured its contents over it changing Genma back. This time it was Soun who demanded to know what was going on but before Genma could reply Kodachi cut in smoothly to explain how he and Ranma got cursed at Jusenkyo. Soun couldn’t help himself from laughing upon finding out that Genma fell into the spring of flying spring pig agreeing with Kodachi that it was fitting. Genma calling his friend out for laughing at his misery just cause Soun and his daughters to laugh harder.

Kodachi demonstrated the curse by throwing Genma into the koi pond. When he changed back Genma called Ranma out for not stopping her who just said that he deserved it for getting him stuck with another engagement. Hearing that Nabiki asked if Genma had done this before. Ranma told her that his father had engaged him to a least a billion women only to be corrected by Genma who stated it was only five. Playing off the others as the large amount of girls chasing after him. Ranma snarled at this and looked ready to attack Genma when Kodachi intervened. She asked Genma who the fifth engagement however he dismissed it as Ryoga’s responsibility.

Akane wanted to bring the conversation back to the magic curses, unfortunately Soun was furious at Genma for going back on their agreement. Genma managed to deflect his anger by pointed out that Ranma is a boy so can still marry one of his daughters. Soun agreed and asked Ranma to pick one only to be told no. Soun turned red faced at this and started to say something when Akane spoke up to remind him that they had already told him that they didn’t agree to this. Kodachi got Ranma, Akane, Nabiki, and Kasumi discussed things amongst themselves with them all agreeing that they didn’t want to be a complete stranger.

With that Ranma and Kodachi were ready to leave only to be stopped by the fathers. Genma stated that this wasn’t like the other engagements as it was a matter of honor. This gave Ranma pause as he had never seen his father make a promise on his honor before. Seeing Ranma's reluctance to leave and sensing perhaps something deeper to this engagement as well Kodachi asked the two why it was so important. Genma explained his fears of what his master would do to them if he and Soun did not set two of their children in an engagement as he wished and merge the two schools together.

Since they were planning to stay in Nerima anyway Kodachi convinced Ranma to not immediately rescind the promise of his father however before the fathers could celebrate she stress that Ranma still wouldn’t agree to marry someone he doesn’t know so asked Soun if they could stay so that he could get to know his perspective Iinazukes. Soun didn’t hesitate to agree. After this was said Akane gave Ranma and Kodachi short welcoming hugs and offered to let Kodachi stay in her room before she went upstairs to do her regimen of sit-ups. Kasumi in the meanwhile was heading towards the kitchen to retrieve the requested sake for her father and Genma as she wore a thoughtful expression on her face. And Nabiki simply directed her sharp hazel gaze at Kodachi and Ranma who were murmuring to each other in low tones.

The next morning Genma demanded his share of the latest job and after Kodachi laughed at the absurdity of that happening, the two proceeded to beat him into the ground which is how Nabiki and Akane found them. Nabiki noticed the missing Genma when Ranma and Kodachi came to breakfast, Ranma told her that they punted him the stratosphere so he wouldn't follow them to school. He was about to tell her that school was where they did most of their business, but was stopped by Kodachi. However his slip up gave Nabiki another clue of just who the two were.

As they eat Ranma brought up his annoyance about how guy like him playing up the stereotypical dumb blond in his cursed form. Girls weren’t really better which is why he made sure Kodachi knew that they were telling everyone they were a couple this time. Kodachi sighed with exaggerated annoyance at having to pretend to act irrationally jealous. They two momentarily forgot the others were there and kissed. This surprised Kasumi who believed the two were just friends. It at least explained to the sisters why the two were so adamant about not wanting the engagement. The Tendo sisters agreed to go along with their plans, it had been along time since Nabiki met anyone with the level of savvy they possessed, Kasumi was just happy that any conflict was removed, while Akane was just happy for the lovely couple. They did agree that Soun shouldn’t find out about them being a couple.

Knowing that his curse being revealed was an inevitability Ranma asked Akane and Nabiki what was the norm in the Furinkan district on their way to school. In response Nabiki just smugly looked forward around a hundred students who all wore almost the exact same face of adoration. Several of the girls seemed to swoon as Akane stepped a foot onto the campus, while a good portion of the boys began drooling. Akane tried to ignore them as she continued to dribble her basketball while walking towards the entrance to Furinkan. She eventually gave and told them to go ahead at which point they began chanting her praise in perfect harmony. After congratulating them for their improved rhythm Akane went inside. Seeing the puzzled and intrigued looks on Ranma and Kodachi's faces when they were left alone, Nabiki explained Akane’s fan club to them.

After introducing themselves to the class the only person who didn't gravitate towards one out of the couple was Akane who was still occupying herself by tossing her softball into the air and catching it. Observing the admiring attention that they were receiving from their fellow students Kodachi and Ranma exchanged satisfied smiles while wearing smug expressions. When she met up with then at lunch Nabiki informed the two that she had gotten over a hundred information requests about them two in the past half hour alone. They told her that all they did was give the usual song and dance when you're a new student, but she didn’t believe them.

Whatever they did the student body wanted to know everything about the two. Which Ranma and Kodachi agreed to give as Nabiki formed a partnership with them, having figured out that she was the person to talk to when it came to running schemes. While Nabiki agreed she quickly began to wonder what she had gotten herself into after they began playfully flirting with her. Ranma and Kodachi had to a short errand after school so in order null any violent reactions to their disappearance they waited for Nabiki to ask her to tell the others. While she agreed Nabiki couldn’t help but wonder why the two were being so secretive.

It turns out that they had had gone to the Kuno estate. As the two looked over the abandoned mansion Ranma assured Kodachi that finding it was proof that they would find her brother as well.

Ranma and Kodachi were involved in a very heated kiss that probably would have gone on for quite some time if Nabiki hadn't walked up to them and coughed loudly. Ranma jokingly asked her if she wanted to join to which she hastily told him no. After calming down she informed the couple that romantic interaction was against school rules. When Kodachi asked why Nabiki told her about and incident involving Akane and her current boyfriend being caught causing her fan club to destroy the north gym and locker rooms in their misery. This caused Ranma to ask why the school was so plush. To which Nabiki informed him that since Akane couldn’t take on sponsors herself they give the bribes to the school. Upon hearing this Ranma and Kodachi exchanged a look of certain wicked intentions. Seeing this Nabiki asked what they were up to only for them to play innocent.

They were interrupted by the sprinkler system turning on activating Ranma’s curse. Ranma had wanted to wait until they came up with a way to profit off of it to reveal his curse. He was hoping that the crowed that had gathered to watch the two make out hadn’t seen anything since Kodachi was blocking him. The thunderous crash of the entire crowd fainting simultaneously was his answer. They ended up charging for an explanation Ranma’s curse, and between that and the pictures Nabiki sold they ended up exceeding all their profit calculations for the week. To celebrate Ranma and Kodachi wanted to go clubbing. They asked Nabiki to go with them, but she declined stating she had homework. Kodachi insisted as Nabiki could use the time to find some male suitor. Nabiki told her she was perfectly capable of finding a male suitor on her own, but they didn’t believe her.

They were interrupted by Perfume in her cursed form flying towards them and Nabiki mistaking her for a bug causing her to freak out since she hated them. Perfume could just watch in fear as Kodachi proceeded to hit her with her ribbon, before pouring a gooey liquid on her and wrapping her up in paper. Perfume tried to struggle free as the noxious fumes filled her lungs only to be flushed down the toilet the last thing that she saw was Ranma closing the toilet lid.

Ranma and Kodachi managed to eventually convince Nabiki to go clubbing, but first they needed to get her some new cloths. When a confused Nabiki asked why she needed to buy a new outfit just to go out clubbing. She grew increasingly annoyed when they started talking about her romantic troubles again, and finally demanded to know what they were up to. Shooting her a charming smile Ranma told Nabiki that they were going to help her land a man. There was a moment of silence before Nabiki roared in fury. Nabiki was slowly stalking towards her business partners who wore innocent expressions on their faces as they met her burning gaze. Hissing she told Ranma to repeat what he just said. Meeting their eyes, the couple shrugged then Kodachi told her again that they were going to help her find a boyfriend.

After calming down Nabiki asked the two why they thought she would need their help. Ranma and Kodachi then began to list several reasons. Nabiki’s loud ranting attracted the attention of Akane. The couple had wisely taken Nabiki's distraction with Akane as a chance to escape from her wrath. As they perched themselves on a high telephone pole watching the middle Tendo sister head back towards the dojo. Realizing how hard it would be to get Nabiki to let herself go Kodachi decided that they should use love dust. They returned to the dojo once they felt Nabiki had calmed down enough only to find out that she had been waiting for them on the roof. As revenge for trying to meddle in her life she poured water on the two.

Before another argument about how Nabiki was perfectly capable of finding her own boyfriend could start a furious and naked Perfume rushed out and informed Ranma and Kodachi that she was there to kill them for stealing the treasured from her tribe. A long moment passed as the couple considered this grim declaration then in a lightning quick motion Kodachi produced a smoke bomb which she threw to the ground. While clouds of smoke filled the yard Ranma grabbed her girlfriend's hand as they made their escape. Meanwhile Perfume was swiping the dark clouds from her view and upon seeing the yard empty she let loose a loud scream of frustration before tracking their departing trail. She chased them through the kitchen and ended up slipping on some vinegar that Kasumi dropped in surprise at their sudden appearance.

After they had escaped from the dojo and the wrath of Perfume the couple began to wander aimlessly Kodachi was walked alongside Ranma who floated slightly off the ground next to her girlfriend. They were unaware of the stares that they were attracting. Knowing that it'd be best to stayed away from the dojo until they could figure out what to do about Perfume. They scammed their way into a high-class hotel. Such an opulent environment serving as their own personal Eden that was just full of apples ripe for the picking.

Ranma and Kodachi discussed whether or not to use the money they made to bribe Perfume into leaving them alone. As much as they loathed to give away their spoils it was better then her continuing to chase them or for Soun to kick them out. Much to their surprise when they returned to the dojo they found the Tendo’s all hugging Perfume. Ranma was able to gain the attention of Nabiki and subtly told her to meet them on the roof. Unfortunately Perfume saw him as and resumed her chase only to be stopped by Kasumi. Immediately, the Amazon Enforcer froze in her tracks and seeing their opportunity for escape, Ranma and Kodachi disappeared from the premises once again

The pair had made a quick run to escape from the Tendo dojo and was already halfway towards Furinkan as they tried to figure out what was going on. It would be the first time since they'd enrolled that they would be early for class. They always left in time for class but lately the crowd of their admirers, which was compounded by the fact that they walked to school with Akane, caused them some problems. They received their second surprise for the day when they arrived at school only to find the front lawn completely empty. The couple was still standing at the entrance to the school when seconds later, a strong wind kicked up and Akane went rushing past them.

In turns out that that due to it being the home economics midterm more than ninety percent of the students called in sick and it was nearly impossible to get enough substitutes for all of the teacher absences. Because of the tendency for missing students and teachers, the few who did show up for school were all placed in the same room. All in all, there were fifteen people in the home economics class. Twelve of them wore anxious expressions, Ranma and Kodachi just looked confused, and Nabiki had a wide smile gracing her pretty features. Not having actually eaten Akane’s food before the two didn’t understand this extreme reaction.

A Man in dressed in a biohazard suit and holding a huge metal briefcase of sorts came in who was greeted by Akane as Hasamato. He was a paranormal investigator and she asked him if the ramen she was making was possessed like her other meals. Hasamoto told her that he was just there to make sure everyone was safe. When Akane turned back to her home economics teacher Kodachi asked what was going on. Quietly Hasamoto explained that he was an actor hired so that the school could get rid of Akane’s cooking without hurting her feelings. Seeing that neither Ranma nor Kodachi were going to say anything he went back to work. The two paled when he and Nabiki started joking about what happened last year.

After they attempted to help Hasamato clean up Akane's cooking for a good five minutes both Ranma and Kodachi became all too disgusted with the effort and decided to flee the school. When they had successfully done that, the couple began their way back to the dojo. Ranma abruptly stopped walking causing Kodachi to stop also. She asked him what was wrong, but he didn’t reply just kept his eyes focused ahead and following his gaze Kodachi saw that it lead to Ryoga. Coming out of his stupor Ranma called out his brothers name and two embraced each other. It took them a minute to part but when they did they instantly began exchanging pleasantries. Remembering Kodachi he asked Ryoga if he was still traveling with Tatewaki.

Ryoga was confused why Ranma would even ask just as Kodachi caught up with them. Ranma introduced his girlfriend to his brother. Ryoga watched the couple a moment as they lovingly embraced each other now that they had finally found her brother before he decided to stop them before he got sick. Releasing a loud cough Ryoga woke the pair out of their daze. And asked them to take him to the Tendo dojo as that was where his friends went to find Perfume. As Ryoga started to explain how he knew that name, he remembered why he there in the first place and asked Ranma if he robbed the Amazons. Ranma tried to play innocent but Ryoga wasn’t buying it.

They arrived at the dojo to the sound of Soun crying. Kodachi walked past Ranma to the sitting room wearing a look of both anxiety and hope. Watching this with a face of concern Ranma quickly dashed after his girlfriend while Ryoga trailed behind them slowly. They arrived the overhear Cologne telling Genma that Ranma would pledge loyalty to her and beome and Amazon. Ranma made his presence known causing the group all turned to see him standing in the doorway with Ryoga at his side and right in front of them was the wide eyed figure of Kodachi whose eyes were focused on the sight of her older brother. In seconds the two were exchanging a fierce hug for an embrace that had been years in the making. When they finally parted after a few minutes, they said how much they missed each other.

The quiet moment of family reunion shattered by the loud shouts of Genma and Ryoga as they embraced each other. This was interrupted by Cologne hopping closer to Ranma and Kodachi and reminding everyone that they had business. She told Ranma and Kodachi the death sentence placed upon them had been revoked. Tatewaki had asked for leniency on their behalf and she decided to give under certain conditions. They give back the treasures they stole and they pledge their loyalty to her and the tribe. There was another long pause of utter silence as Ranma and Kodachi exchanged a silent look. Together, they both turned back to Cologne and agreed. Their words were met with a loud crash as everyone with the exception of them and Cologne went toppling over on the floor. It seems that wasn't the answer everyone had expected.

Genma was the first to recover and was about to call Ranma out only for him to toss a bucket of water at his father. Genma pig began to squeal indignantly at being in his cursed form as everyone who was unaccustomed to it looked at him with wide eyes before they began laughing. Everyone except Ryoga who was shocked that his father had a jusenkyo curse. Ranma confirmed that he had a curse as well. Upon realizing that Ryoga new was Jusenkyo was Ranma began to panic thinking that he had a curse as well knowing that their mother was going to be pissed. Ryoga explained that Tatewaki was the one with the curse who stopped him before he could say what it was. Ranma started teasing Tatewaki who responded by accusing Ranma of corrupting his sister.

Tatewaki pulled out a katana and told Ranma that he would make him pay for defaming the Kuno family name and honor. Ranma just became annoyed at this, he told Tatewaki that he didn’t have time to fight as he was making a deal with the amazons. Looking at the distressed Kodachi, he pointed out that he was upsetting his sister. This infuriated Tatewaki even further as he saw it as a cheap trick. Kodachi finally spoke up and asked her brother not to fight with Ranma. She then asked Cologne to postpone their talk until later as she had family business to deal with. Cologne wrote down an address and told Kodachi and Ranma to meet her there later.

When Cologne moved back to talk quietly with her Great Granddaughters, Tatewaki moved to his sister's side. He demanded to know why Kodachi was protecting Ranma. Kodachi took Tatewaki out into the backyard where they could be alone. Awhile later he walked back into the sitting room to stand behind Ranma. When Ranma noticed his presence and asked him what was wrong Tatewaki just attacked him. Ranma hastily dodged Tatewaki's katana before he bounded out of the dojo with the angry Kendoist hot on his heels. Kodachi it all with a wary expression before bounding after the two.

Ranma dodged Tatewaki’s attacks trying to get him get him to calm down. He finally got a chance to ask him why he was so mad when Tatewaki paused in his attack on top of a local bakery. Ranma gave a heartfelt explanation of how much he loved Kodachi. Remembering what Ranma was like in middle school Tatewaki didn’t buy it, even reminding Ranma that this wasn’t the first time he claimed to love someone only to toss them aside. Ranma was adamant that he had changed and would do anything to make Kodachi happy.

Calming down Tatewaki reluctantly relented, he did however try to make Ranma abandoned his criminal was and his sister could never be happy living such a deceitful life. This Ranma didn’t agree to causing Tatewaki to think he was trying to manipulate him. Ranma pointed out that he hadn’t sister in years so wouldn’t know what she’s happy with. Ranma who knew her better didn’t think him acting all strait laced was going to do that. He then attempted to explain the dual nature of Kodachi to Tatewaki. Tatewaki didn’t understand what Ranma was talking about, but while he acknowledge that Ranma seemed to care about his sister so let the matter drop. He warned Ranma that if he ever hurt his siter horrible doom would fall upon him. Ranma was brought out of his nervousness at this statement by the arrival of Kodachi. Happy that the two had settled their differences Kodachi told Ranma go back to the dojo as she and Tatewaki needed to talk.

When he arrived back at the dojo, he informed Soun that because of his relationship with Kodachi he couldn’t marry one of his daughters. Before the Tendo Patriarch could say anything Ranma slapped Ryoga on the back and volunteered him for the job as he was a Saotome. It took Ryoga awhile to before what his brother said sank in. Soun became thankful for having daughters when the two brothers started arguing. Annoyed at Ranma’s teasing Ryoga threw him into the koi pond. Before he could start gloating, he got an eyeful of Ranma’s curse form for the first time and promptly fainted.

Ranma was drying herself off when Ryoga came two, Genma stopped the two before they could start arguing again by telling Ranma to go get the girls. Threatening to tell everyone his dark secret if he didn’t. Ryoga had finally gotten over his shock about Ranma's elfin form when he got back and Genma was forced to stop the two from fighting again. When all his daughters arrived Soun informed them that since Ranma couldn’t carry on with the engagement his brother Ryoga would replace him. Ranma affirmed this while slapping Ryoga on the back who couldn't reply because for some mysterious reason he was gagged with one of his own bandannas. Nabiki called the fathers out for tying Ryoga up. Unfortunately, this allowed Akane and Kasumi to put two and two together before she could, allowing them to foist the engagement off on to her.

Nabiki was left in dim shock at her sisters actions. Before she could regain her wits to make a protest, Ryoga made another muffled sound and gestured towards her in a frantic movement. Seeing this, Soun took it as him picking her. Nabiki finally regained her wits when Soun hugged her and started talking about what a great wife she would be. A few seconds later all of Nerima would hear her outraged scream echo throughout the night. When his ears stopped ringing Ryoga called Ranma out for tricking him, but Ranma just shrugged. Saying that Ryoga needed to think on his toes in life.

The next morning the group arrived at Furinkan to find that Shampoo had enrolled as well. Upon seeing the alterations, she had to the school uniform everyone’s reaction was different. Ranma and Kodachi looked at her in what appeared to be mixed humor and lust. Ryoga covered his eyes. Akane didn't seem to notice anything and gave her usual perky smile as she beamed at Shampoo. Nabiki wore a droll expression, and Tatewaki simply stared at Shampoo with a blank expression. He was brought out of his shock by Shampoo hitting him in the head. She asked him if he liked her dress, Ranma and Kodachi stepped in and complimented her on how marvelous she looked.

This upset Shampoo who was only interested in what Tatewaki thought, she also wouldn’t mind Ryoga’s still had his eyes covered. When she asked him why Nabiki took pity on her nervous iinazuke and told Shampoo a lie that fashion bothers him. She then helped him to class. Everyone watched their departure before Akane clapped her hands seeing it as a sign that Nabiki liked Ryoga, since she never helps anyone to class. Much less a boy. Tatewaki agreed that it was at least a good start. He became flustered again when Shampoo asked what an iinazuke was. Kodachi stepped in again and explained that it meant the two were engaged.

When the bell rung Ranma commented upon how fast Shampoo was moving when she asked Tatewaki to show her to her class. Kodachi agreed and wondering if Cologne was trying to take advantage of their family decided it was best to keep an eye on the two. After school ended Ranma and Kodachi waiting for Nabiki and Ryoga, Tatewaki and Shampoo were with them as Akane was busy with soccer practice for the rest of the day. When they didn’t show up Kodachi wondered if their romance had succeeded. The group started discussing how they hoped the two worked out as they seemed to be good for each other. A conversation that ended when a blurred figure dashed past them and off campus with a large crowd of boys chasing after it shouting at the top of their lungs. The group watched the crowd of boys depart and were silent for a long while before a very puzzled Shampoo finally asked them why did the Japanese like candy so much. For a response, the others simply blinked.

Realizing that Ryoga and Nabiki weren’t going to show up Ranma and Kodachi went to the meeting place that Cologne had given them, which turned out to an abandoned building in downtown Nerima. Though initially skeptical that such a place would be somewhere Cologne would want to be Ranma shrugged it off and went inside; and was immediately soaked from head to toe as a bucket of cold water fell from the door and onto his head. Pushing a now blonde strand of hair out of her eyes, Ranma looked sourly at Cologne who was standing in front of them wearing a smug expression. She demanded to know why the elder did that. Instead of answering Cologne produced a glowing red amulet and held it up in the air for them to see.

She then asked the couple what they fought for. Kodachi told her that she fought for her loves, her brother Tatewaki and Ranma the only person who truly understands her. Ranma told her that he fought for everybody in his family which included Kodachi. Contemplating this, Cologne studied the pair for a long moment before she hopped forward to place the amulet around Ranma's neck. After she did this, Cologne hopped away from the couple and snapped her fingers. Immediately, Ranma and Kodachi woke from the daze they had been in and focused on Cologne. She told them that she performed a ceremony that happens with all outsiders that are introduced into the tribe for reasons other than marriage.

An annoyed Ranma was about to say something when Kodachi finally noticed the amulet around his neck. Cologne just told Ranma that he’ll find out soon when he asked her why she put it there before leaving. Both Ranma and Kodachi got a bad feeling from the amulet, but when Ranma tried to take it off she got struck by lightning.

After Ranma was struck by lightning for the for the fiftieth time Kodachi told the charred and smoking form of her one and only that she should stop trying to take the amulet off as it was obviously protected against such an action. Seeing that Ranma had passed out from her exertions Kodachi carried her out of the building. Ranma woke up a few minutes after she left and the two tried to figure out what the amulet was as they walked back to the Tendo Dojo. This caused Ranma to be struck again when she tried to examine it. She ended up agreeing with Kodachi that it was best to leave it alone. Kodachi was pleasantly surprised to find that the others were having some kind of party when they returned. As she walked towards the sitting room Ranma got struck by lightning for the fifty-second time.

When Ranma recovered from getting struck by lightning for the fifty-second time, she wandered into the sitting room to see Genma and Soun drinking sake celebrating Ryoga and Nabiki’s relationship. Ranma was struck again before she could comment on it. This attracted the attention of Kasumi and Perfume. Perfume recognized the amulet around Ranma’s neck as an Amazonian slave device. Ranma asked Perfume what it does, and when she refused to help, she offered to pay her only to be struck again. While Ranma groaned, Kodachi crossed to the blonde elf and knelt at her side. Stroking Ranma's hair, she looked up at Perfume and begged for her help.

Perfume was contemplating them when Kasumi spoke up and explained the nature of the Amulet telling Ranma that only Cologne could remove it. Ranma was impressed by Kasumi’s knowledge, and she explained that she had been reading Perfume’s books. Leaping to her feet Ranma vowed not to allow herself to be controlled only to be struck by lightning for the fifty-fifth time. Observing Ranma's twitching form, Kodachi sighed and looked to Perfume and asked her if there was a way to convince Cologne to remove it. Perfume told her that Cologne isn’t one to keep her motives secret for long so all they could really do is ask her.

They were interrupted by the arrival of Tatewaki and Shampoo. Upon seeing Ranma’s curse Tatewaki joked that it was appropriate for him, which caused Shampoo to hit him over the head with her bonbori for insulting woman. Realizing his error Tatewaki apologized, and Shampoo was about to accept when she noticed the slave amulet around Ranma’s neck. Ranma made a snarky remark and there was a discernible pause, and everyone waited for her to get struck by lightning for the fifty-sixth time. When nothing happened, she gave a triumphant cheer only to be struck by lightning before she could finish.

Perfume explained to Shampoo that Cologne was the one who gave Ranma the amulet. When she asked why Kodachi wasn’t punished as well, her cousin teased that it was most likely because of Shampoo’s relationship with Tatewaki. He put a stop to their arguing wanting to know if Cologne would go back on her promise not to hurt Kodachi. Neither could really answer his question. Ranma stated that she wouldn’t let that happen as she tried to push herself up and out of Kodachi's arms where she had been resting. Tatewaki was quick to point out that Ranma was in no condition to battle with the Matriarch. When she got to her feet Ranma bragged that she always wins. At this statement, everyone in the group exchanged a wary look while Ranma burst into impudent laughter. Mere moments later, Ranma got struck by lightning for the fifty-seventh time.

The next morning Ranma discovered that the amulet locked her into her cursed form as well. While initially upset she quickly took it in stride even dressing appropriately figuring she might as well as long as she’s stuck as a girl. Everyone froze upon seeing Ranma decked out in a pair of notably tight and form fitting black leather pants, a shrunken white tank top which served to reveal both her flat stomach and ample cleavage, and a pair of shiny silver boots. All except Genma who immediately became furious. Until he was told what happened, at which point he began panicking about what Nodoka would do to him when she found out. Genma didn’t feel that it was right to hit Ranma when she was struck by lightning after she started teasing him.

Due to the number of times, she was struck by lightning Ranma ended up passing out and had to be tugged along to school in the little red wagon by Kodachi. Lucky for Ranma, the little girl that Kodachi had bought the red wagon from didn't know the value of yen yet and she'd gotten a really cheap deal on it. The group arrived to discover that not only had Akane joined that weird crowd of boys which always gathered in the far corner of the yard., but Ryoga and Nabiki had gotten their own group of admirers. Once she regained consciousness Ranma refused to go inside like that. By this point Tatewaki no longer found the situation funny and advised Ranma not to do so.

At this, Kodachi looked at Ranma in certain frustration before she formed a coy expression and started flirting with Ranma to get her to agree to stay in the wagon. While this went on, Tatewaki averted his eyes, tried not to blush, and silently cursed Ranma for his fiendish hold over his normally angelic little sister. As Tatewaki was contemplating how he was going to free Kodachi from Ranma's treacherous grasp, Ranma got struck by lightning for the eightieth time.

Ranma and Kodachi arrived at school to find Tatewaki in his cursed form sitting on Shampoo’s head. Not knowing who it was Ranma took one look at the chicken before she burst into laughter. At this, Tatewaki phoenix squawked loudly before he leaned forward to peck Ranma on the forehead several times. An Amused Shampoo told Ranma that was what he got revealing that the bird on her head was Tatewaki. There was a slight pause before Ranma began laughing even louder as Kodachi looked at Shampoo with wide eyes. After Kodachi got over her shock Shampoo explained how Tatewaki received his curse. As she neared Tatewaki phoenix he looked at her with sheepish beady black eyes. Kodachi concluded that it could have been worse.

Ranma didn’t agree and through his laugher managed to compare Tatewaki to a puffed-up chicken then a phoenix. At this comment, Tatewaki phoenix narrowed his eyes which flashed with fire and that was when Ranma got struck by lightning for the eighty-first time. With a sigh Kodachi reminded Ranma that they we're going to be late for class. This caused Shampoo to rush off to the bathroom so that she could change Tatewaki back. Kodachi watched their exit and said in amusement, wishing to could see Shampoo take her brother inside of the boy’s lavatory just for entertainment purposes. Hauling a dazed Ranma onto her back, Kodachi started up the stairs and towards their homeroom when a random thought of where Nabiki and Ryoga were surfaced in her always busy mind.

Godai Yusaku looked at Ranma's smoking form, which had just recently been struck by lightning for the eighty-sixth time, and then gazed at Kodachi and asked her how long this had been going on. She told him since yesterday, when he asked her why Ranma had gained enough strength to push herself to her feet and start ranting about how the old ghoul cursed her. There was a moment of pause as the class stared at the revived Ranma in shock before they started commenting on how impressive it was that not only, she was alive, but the lightning crashed a hole all the way down to classroom 2b. Getting the class back in order he turned back to Kodachi and asked her to elaborate. She explained that Ranma was talking about the Matriarch of the Joketsuzoku tribe of Amazons from China.

Godai realized she was talking about Shampoo’s Great Grandmother causing him to finally notice she wasn’t there. Kodachi told him that she was in the boy’s lavatory. Naturally he demanded to know why she was there. In a dismissive tone Ranma told him that she was helping Tatewaki change before asking to be excused from class. Godai didn’t really hear Ranma still wondering why Shampoo was in the bathroom. Coming out of his daze he narrowed his eyes and asked Ranma what she was up to. Ranma put on an innocent expression and told her nothing. Looking wary, Kodachi pressed a hand to her forehead and waited. Moments later, Ranma was untouched and forming a wide smile she leapt up and down as she cried about how she had defeated the amulet. Kodachi tried to stop her but was cut off as Ranma got struck by lightning for the eighty-seventh time.

Looking at Ranma's crumpled form on the floor, Godai asked him if he was ready to see the nurse. Ranma could just croak out that she’d be fine in a minute. Shampoo had arrived at tis point and expressed her doubt at that happening. Since Ranma and Kodachi had already explained twhat happened Godai wasn’t upset at her being late. He still had her stand in the hall though. Shampoo felt that helping Tatewaki change in bathroom was worth it. With that, Shampoo skipped out of the room while the few girls that were in the classroom had their eyes as wide as they could get on hearing Shampoo's statement.

The lightning strikes eventually caused Godai to send Ranma to the principal’s office recommending that they be sent home for the day. At this point he could barely walk so Kodachi went with him as she was the one, he trusted the most. Shampoo was sent as well, when she asked why Principal Hiro Ukita told her that he received a disturbing report from Mercy on Nerima Hospital about how she sent many of her fellow students to the emergency ward. Shampoo didn’t understand why this was a problem since they attacked her first. Principal Hiro merely stared at Shampoo with an expression of blank shock when Kodachi smoothly intervened and explained that Shampoo merely reacted according to the customs of her tribe.

Principal Hiro ended up letting Ranma off with a warning as well as heeded his senshi’s request and excused him from classes. Kodachi convinced him to let her go as well since Ranma wasn’t fit to exit the school grounds by himself in his current state. However, before he could deal with Shampoo, the door to his office swung open and Akane burst in wearing her usual happy smile looking for Dr. Akihito. Instead of being upset Hiro informed Akane that she had gone to the wrong room and told her that Akihito’s office was three doors down.

Seeing Shampoo Akane told her about how her basketball coach wanted her to join the team. While Shampoo found the game fun, she wasn’t sure if she wanted to join a team. Before Shampoo could refused Kodachi stepped in and agreed on her behalf. Akane gave a small bounce and a clap saying that she’d inform the coach after talking with the doctor. She then took off in a cloud of dust, where it came from no one really knew, and ran three doors down the hallway.

While this went on, Shampoo sidled up to Kodachi and hissed in her ear, demanding to know what she was doing. Kodachi just told Shampoo to trust her, and all would be well. Shampoo would sooner trust a snake, but before she could continue the principal cleared his throat. Shampoo was suspended for one day, so she’d have to miss basketball practice. He told Shampoo that he hoped she would be a more responsible student and athlete when she returned Wednesday. In an easy and charming tone Kodachi told Principal Hiro that she certainly would. She then turned to Shampoo who looked stunned and giving her a nudge, Kodachi asked for her confirmation. Shampoo could ju8st stammer yes in disbelief.

With that they were excused Kodachi and Shampoo nodded at this while Ranma remained frozen before Kodachi pushed on her back to lead the blonde out of the room. Shampoo was almost out the door when Principal Hiro called out. He told her to take a tip from Akane and ignore her overzealous fans next time. As they made their way to the building Cologne had bought and Shampoo knew that she'd be in. She asked Kodachi why she helped her. shooting Shampoo a rakish smile Ranma informed her that it was convenient and it helped their cause just like him pretending to be catatonic helped Kodachi to get out of class for the day.

Kodachi agreed stating that all they wanted was for her to tell them how to they get Cologne to remove the amulet. Though Ranma also asked why it kept zapping him. Shampoo told them that Cologne had a plan of some type and best way to find out is to be asking her. As for the lightning the amulet was programmed to punish Ranma so that he’d give into whatever plan Cologne had. Hearing the sound of a conversation the three went inside and were shocked to find Kasumi having a quiet lunch with Cologne and Perfume, which to Kodachi looked like a strange Amazon version of a Norman Rockwell painting.

Cologne jokingly chastised Ranma and Kodachi for skipping school. This caused Ranma to stalk towards Cologne and the table she sat at with Kasumi and Perfume, and demand she tell him why she put the amulet on him. More cordially Kodachi tried to convince Cologne to remove the amulet or at least ceased the lightning strikes. Cologne was disappointed that even with Shampoo and Perfume’s aid and Kasumi's newfound knowledge on their history and laws the two still didn’t know what's going on. Cologne told them that the amulet is a test of both character and power. Ranma will continue to wear it for as long as she deems necessary. She did agree to remove the command that has the lightning strikes set up as punishment for him.

Ranma scowled at the mention of lightning, but Kodachi stopped her from saying anything by touching her arm lightly as she thanked Cologne for her leniency. When she asked why she put the amulet on Ranma, Perfume quickly cut in and bluntly told then to return their treasures. Kodachi and Ranma looked her way and when they did, the Amazon Enforcer smirked and pointed out that they hadn’t forgotten that the two still had them. Ranma expressed disbelief and annoyance that, that was all this was about. Kodachi moved away from Ranma and waited for him to get struck by lightning for the ninety-second time, nothing happened. Seeing this Cologne informed them that Ranma isn’t being punished because of certain things that he says or does, the lightning was just random.

The amulet is a test, Cologne was taught it's far better to have a powerful ally than a powerful enemy and that's where Ranma comes in. He has the potential to be powerful but has no idea of the abilities his cursed form holds. She could teach him those abilities but since she didn’t trust either Ranma or Kodachi with such power as of, yet she required a safeguard. A confused Kodachi asked why that required Ranma to be trapped in his cursed form. Cologne explained that given the powerful magic they were dealing with, training Ranma in them would be easier if Ranma remained in his elfin form.

There was a long moment of silence as everyone turned to look at the oddly mute form of Ranma who had her blonde head hung low as she stared at the ground. Everyone reacted in surprise when she started softly chuckling and not noticing the attention, Ranma wore a wide smirk as she proclaimed, she knew she never did anything worth being zapped for. Watching warily as Ranma burst into impudent laughter, Shampoo asked Cologne if she turned off the punishment. Cologne replied no as she smiled on realizing what Shampoo was insinuating. Then Ranma got struck by lightning for the very last time.

With the help of Kodachi Ranma pulled the stolen Amazon treasures out of subspace and put them in a pile that almost reached the ceiling. Perfume became agitated when she couldn’t find the piece she was interested in, but Kodachi was able to calm her down saying that they would find it soon enough as she continued to add treasures to the massively growing pile. They were interrupted by the front door to the building flying open to reveal Tatewaki's raging figure who held his katana in attack position while screaming that Ranma would pay for his lies.

While Ranma had no idea what Tatewaki was talking about he agreed to his challenge. This surprised Kodachi and Shampoo, but Ranma assured them that there was nothing to worry about as the two did this all the time back in middle school. Tatewaki confirmed that it was the only matter he and Ranma can settle their differences. This didn’t relieve Kodachi who pointed out that settling fights with swords was hardly safe. Tatewaki just enforced that it was their chosen way. With that Ranma rose to her feet and produced a katana that equaled Tatewaki's in both beauty and craftsmanship. After telling the other that they had become much better since the last time they fought, both Ranma and Tatewaki decided to test if it was true.

The customers of Madame Francine's Bistro that decided to sit outside on the terace found their peaceful lunch interrupted when two katana wielding combatants came out of nowhere to land on the same aforementioned terace. While evading Tatewaki’s attack, leapt onto one of the Bistro tables and looked at the couple sitting there. She paid close attention to the man who held an open velvet box in his hands that was presented to the woman that he sat with. Seeing that that he was proposing with a Cubic Zirconium she told his date that someone as gorgeous as her deserved the real thing. Before the woman had a chance to respond or even get angry about the fact that she'd been proposed to with a Cubic Zirconium ring, Tatewaki called Ranma out for flirting with another woman.

He sliced at Ranma who leapt away just as the Tatewaki's katana cut completely through the almost engaged couple's table. Seeing that that Tatewaki was destroying private property Ranma decided it was best to leave before they got sued. With that, she leapt off of the terace and went plummeting towards the ground below only swiftly bound off of a flagpole to launch herself higher into the air. Strangely enough, the blonde landed directly in the middle of the outside terace to Madame Francine's biggest competitor, Signora Maria's Cafe, whose customers looked just as shocked at her sudden appearance. Before they had time to adjust, Tatewaki followed Ranma's exact path to land in front of her and they decided to continue with their duel in the middle of the Cafe. The pair were only there a few seconds before Ranma ended up flirting with, yet another woman and Tatewaki sliced through not a table but a good deal of entrees this time.

Although they destroyed a good portion of tables, foods, and even a near engagement, the sword fighting duo seemed unaware of their actions as they continued on their duel throughout Nerima. While fighting Tatewaki was fun after a half an hour Ranma was starting to get bored. So, looking around the park that they'd recently moved their duel into, Ranma searched for some way that she might overpower Tatewaki, who at the moment had a slight advantage thanks to his superior body strength. Seeing a water fountain Ranma slowly backed up while she blocked each one of Tatewaki's attacks. When Tatewaki launched a particularly strong downward blow with his katana, Ranma swiftly stepped off to one side and this caused Tatewaki to slice through the fountain triggering his curse.

Ranma celebration of her victory was short lived as Tatewaki phoenix waddled forward to start pecking at her feet which were partially exposed because of the shoes that she wore. By this point the others had caught up and Shampoo picking up Tatewaki phoenix called Ranma out for cheating. Ranma didn’t see it that way, but just as she was bragging about how she could defeat Tatewaki anytime out of nowhere a cannonball appeared to hit her directly in the face. Ranma collapsed forward into Kodachi's arms who looked up at Shampoo. The two wondered where the cannonball came from while Cologne pointed out that Mousse is the only one who used such an attack. Which brought about the question of why he would be in Japan. Ranma having regained consciousness asked who Mousse was from where she was resting comfortably in Kodachi's arms. Shampoo explained that Mousse was an annoying suitor that she had though she had finally gotten rid of back in China.

By this point Nabiki and Ryoga came across the group having finally found their way back to Nerima after getting lost. As everyone explained why they were out of school Ryoga noticed that Tatewaki was in his cursed form and wondered if it had rained while he was away. Tatewaki phoenix letting loose a deafening squawk and attacking Ranma was all Ryoga needed to figure out what had happened. Cologne’s voice cut through the air to serve much like a calming influence as she told everyone that if they wanted to know the exact nature of Tatewaki's curse they should be getting back. Ranma wasn’t interested and was about to head back to the dojo only for Kodachi to reach out and grab Ranma by the top of her pointy ears then started to drag her down the street and past the others. As she called Ranma out for insulting her brother despite being told not to, the others could only wear faces of surprised wariness.

When they made it back to the building Cologne explained the Phoenix Sword technique to them. This nearly caused another fight between Ranma and Tatewaki when the former commented on the fact that the later wasn’t so useless in their cursed for. Ryoga tried in vain to keep Ranma and Tatewaki from fighting. He even ran out the building after them when they both unsheathed their katanas again as they bounded out of the building to start up their duel once more. This prompted Nabiki to run out so that he wouldn’t get lost with Shampoo hot on her heels as the Amazon hoped to watch Tatewaki utterly defeat Ranma in a fair battle.

Once they got back to the dojo the group had all split apart to do their various chores. Perfume helping Kasumi to prepare dinner while Shampoo and Tatewaki were in the dojo sparring again. This left Nabiki, Ryoga, and Ranma in the sitting room observing the evidence of Genma and Soun's drinking binge. The most glaring of which was their unconscious and snoring forms on the floor. This was how Kodachi found them. Ranma was excited to see her having wondered where she had disappeared to. Kodachi coyly told Ranma that she had been discovering secrets that would benefit her, but before Ranma could ask what they were, he cut off by Nabiki. Everyone turned to look at the middle Tendo sister who was crouched in front of the television, her eyes glued to the screen as she wore an enraptured expression. Worried Ryoga tried to get her attention, but instead of replying, Nabiki moved forward and turned up the television volume so all the others could hear what she was listening to. It turned out that Kuonji Ukyo would be filming his new movie in the Nerima district and the film would be having open auditions for the role of the latest Peal girl. She then leapt to her feet and ran out of the sitting room as she shouted in excitement. Blinking at this, Ryoga, Ranma, and Kodachi got over their mutual shock and went after Nabiki who was in her room and standing in front of her closet. Having calmed down Nabiki explained that she has loved Kung Fu movies ever since her mother took her to one before she died. A confused Ryoga wondered what that had to do with what was on tv. Nabiki enthusiastically exclaimed that Ukyo is the biggest Kung Fu star in the world right now as well as her favorite actor. Seeing how giddy Nabiki was, Ranma teased his brother, that he had competition.

Nabiki opened her closet and revealed several large rows filled from top to bottom with videos. Seeing everyone’s shocked expressions she sheepishly explained that she had been collecting them since she was twelve. Studying the video’s Ranma realized that he had heard Ukyo’s name before. Nabiki and Kodachi assumed that it was because Ukyo was famous, but that wasn’t it and even Ryoga agreed that there was something familiar about Ukyo. As the two brothers stared at the video together, they eventually realized where they knew Ukyo from. Turns out that they met him when they stopped outside of Kyoto on their first training journey when they were six. Nabiki thought that this might help her odds for winning if Ukyo remembered them. Learning that she was planning on trying out for the movie role Ryoga was sure that she would get the part.

Not wanting to share a room with Tatewaki and Ryoga Ranma ended up sleeping on the roof. He was found by a sexually frustrated Kodachi who gave him a pleasurable wake up call after unlocking his curse. The next morning when they couldn’t find Kodachi’s underwear Ranma promised to buy her some new ones. Just as Kodachi was about to thank him they were distracted by Akane finding them. When Akane asked Kodachi about them she lied and said that they must have been blown away by the wind. Luckily, she was spared from having to further explain things when she spotted Chocolate trying to hide behind Akane's petite frame. Akane introduced the two after coxing Chocolate out from behind her. As Kodachi observed as a pair of stunning green eyes peered up over Akane's shoulder instantly appearing at her side, Ranma flashed his most charming smile and started flirting with her.

Akane agreed with Ranma that Chocolate was pretty and even started talking about how she had seen her naked, only to be cut off by a pair of delicate hands clamping over her mouth. As they did so, Akane's arm lifted up to reveal that her wrist was handcuffed. Before the couple could even start to contemplate the reason for this, Akane was lifted up and into the arms of Chocolate. Just seconds after revealing herself to Ranma and Kodachi's disbelieving eyes, Chocolate stealthily bounded away holding Akane firmly in her arms. There was a long moment of silence before Ranma and Kodachi slowly met their gazes. They both admitted that Chocolate was the prettiest girl they’ve ever seem and vowed to find out who she was.

While technically Ranma and Kodachi were fit to go to school since the lightning attacks had ceased entirely, they felt that this fact was still up in the air. After all, it was quite possible that the lightning attacks could start up again and if so, they couldn't risk being at school and angering Principal Hiro. Which of course meant they were skipping school for the day to go with Nabiki to her movie audition. When compared to this logic, Ryoga's motives were infinitely easier to understand. He liked Nabiki therefore he wanted to be with her. Being unable to say this Ryoga instead chose to follow her like a faithful puppy and act like one by protecting his Mistress. Tatewaki refused to leave his sister alone with Ranma so skipped school so that he could make sure that Ranma didn't sully Kodachi's innocence further. As they left they came across Perfume and Shampoo who were headed for the Tendo dojo at the time and the latter decided to join them for similar reasons as Ryoga.

Once they made it to the audition Nabiki eyes widened upon seeing the crowd of thousands that had gathered in downtown Nerima. Ranma wondered how they were going to make it through. In response she produced a glass of cold water from out of nowhere to hold it in front of Ranma. Ranma was reluctant to change back now that his curse had been unlocked. Kodachi appealed to Ranma’s vanity by commenting how no one could jump higher than him in his cursed form. With that, Ranma took the glass of cold water and upended it over his head. Turning to face Nabiki, a now elfin lifted her into her arms then jumped almost a mile into the air in a strange trek towards the stage. Ryoga seeing this took off after Ranma and plowed through the crowd of people in the process.

As soon as Ranma touched down on the stage Nabiki leapt out of her arms and launched into a loud tirade of protests. Ryoga soon joined them jumping on the stage and grabbing Ranma by the collar and shaking her as he called her out for bounding off with his iinazuke. Ranma pointed out that she was just giving Nabiki a lift, but Ryoga didn’t calm down as Ranma could have hurt her. By this point Nabiki had calmed down and agreed that Ranma was just trying to help. By this point Tatewaki and Shampoo had caught up with them. Tatewaki reluctantly pointed out that Ranma wasn’t in the wrong. Releasing Ranma Ryoga apologized to his brother for overreacting.

The amiable mood was soon broken by a loud cough and the group turned to look into at the droll and amused features of Kuonji Ukyo. For Nabiki the response was immediate. She turned bright red, released a high-pitched squeak, then hid behind Ryoga's muscular figure. Ignoring this Ukyo greeted Ryoga in deceptively calm tone as he took a step forward. Ryoga was shocked that the movie star remembered him after all this time. Ranma forgetting that he was in his cursed form asked Ukyo if he remembered him. He realized what happened when Ukyo asked who she was and transformed back. Ranma ignores Ukyo’s shock at seeing this as he was more focused on Ukyo becoming a movie star.

Shaking seeing a jusenkyo curse for the first-time off Ukyo turned his gaze back to Ryoga and noted Nabiki hiding behind him and nervously peering at him. Flashing a charming smile as he neared Ryoga he tried to coax Nabiki out from behind him. Frowning at this Ryoga introduced Ukyo to Nabiki making sure that he knew that she was his iinazume when stating that she was there for the audition. Ranma moved to stand at Ryoga's side and suddenly pulled Nabiki out from behind his brother for Ukyo to see, commenting on how much his brother had lucked out. Ryoga added that Nabiki could sing as well.

Recovering from his momentary daze, Ukyo moved forward in an easy gait, took Nabiki's hand in his own and gave her a soft kiss on the top of it as he told Nabiki that she would make a great leading lady. It took Nabiki less than a second to react. As Ukyo looked at Nabiki who had fainted in his strong arms. He stated that it had been a long time since a lady had acted that way around him. Kodachi made her presence known by stating how she doubted that. Lifting his head in a mechanical movement, Ukyo looked into a pair of violet eyes that he never expected to see again in his entire existence on this Earth. Kodachi asked if he was happy to see his former girlfriend and for a response, Ukyo screamed.

Backing away from Kodachi Ukyo demanded to know what she was doing there. Kodachi told him that she was only there to represent Nabiki as well as pay her respects to an old friend. This caused Tsubasa to speak up stating that he was one of Ukyo’s many stalkers if she was an old friend. This gave Ukyo time to subtly stepped behind his friend and fellow Kung Fu star. Again, Kodachi was asked what she was doing there this time by Tsubasa. With teasing exasperation Kodachi repeated that she was there as a representative of Nabiki's interests.

Ukyo wasn’t buying and accused Kodachi of trying to manipulate him into going out with her. Kodachi told him that she was already dating someone, and upon hearing this Ukyo wanted his name so that he could warn him about how dangerous she was. This Kodachi took offense to and pointed out that because of her Ukyo was now rich and a famous movie star. While Ukyo reluctantly admitted that what Kodachi said was true it didn’t change the fact that Kodachi screwed up his life. Kodachi accused him of being a drama queen before she arched her head to look back at Ranma, who had been observing the entire scene with shock and wonder. She then revealed that he was the one she was dating.

All it took for Ranma to snap out of his momentary shock was hearing his name being spoken. He then walked over to Kodachi's side, wrapped an arm around her waist, and gave Ukyo his most charming smile. He expressed his surprised that the two used to date. Ukyo once again denied that happened pointing out that Kodachi just chased him around like a relentless stalker and made his life miserable for five months before she ended up skipping town. And by then he'd already been roped into doing his first movie. Kodachi again accused him of being a drama queen, Ryoga still feeling partially upset over the attention Ukyo had paid to Nabiki spoke up as well, and asked Ukyo if he didn’t want to be a movie star.

Ukyo opened his mouth in way of reply but faltered and then looked back at Tsubasa who wore a soft expression of understanding on his features. Giving up Ukyo just told them that none of them would understand. Ranma took that as admission and had Ryoga pay up. While Ryoga handed over a thousand yen to his brother he pointed out that Ukyo never said for certain that they went out. Turning even more rade faced Ukyo shouted that they never went out. She stalked him and caused him to break up with the only girl that he’d ever loved. No one believed him, however. In desperation Ukyo once again tried to deny it only to be told by Kodachi that he couldn't have abandoned their love so easily.

At this, Ukyo released another scream of frustration before tangling his hands in his oak brown hair as why no one would believe him. Instead of an answer to his question, Ukyo received the sound of low and seething voice saying his name. When he looked up, Ukyo saw Tatewaki pointing a katana at him while wearing a look of quiet rage on his features. After introducing himself Tatewaki threatened Ukyo stating that movie star or not if he didn’t stop marring Kodachi’s name with denials of his relationship with her he would punish him. Ukyo response was to state that Kodachi can blemish her reputation perfectly fine on her own. It took Tatewaki less than a second to move into attack position and by the time he did, Ukyo was wielding a katana of his own and wearing the rakish smile that his millions of fans were so used to seeing on the big screen. After hearing Ukyo brag about all the training, he had undergone since becoming a movie star Ranma asked if his old friend could teach him how to kill someone with a spoon. This caused Tatewaki to call Ranma out as they were in the middle of a duel.

Tatewaki, Nabiki and Ryoga gathered in the sitting room. It was early in the morning, far before they had to go to school for the day, and they were busy conversing about all the various worries they had about Kodachi's past and current relationship with the Kung Fu star, Kuonji Ukyo. Ranma called them out for worrying about something that was not only none of their business, but obviously over. Tatewaki accused Ranma of not caring about Kodachi’s welfare. As who knew what Ukyo returning to her life might do to her. Nabiki called Ranma out as well for not caring what relationship Kodachi had with Ukyo. Ranma wore a face of disinterest and looked out at the koi pond stating that it was in the past.

Nabiki was still concerned about how terrified Ukyo looked upon seeing Kodachi and was satisfied when everyone agreed with her. She ended up asking Ryoga what he thought the two’s relationship was. Blushing a bit at Nabiki's attention, Ryoga recalled Ukyo's smooth and charming behavior around Nabiki and in anger stated that he believed that the two dated and that Ukyo still wasn’t over Kodachi. Tatewaki pointed out the other girl Ukyo talked about being in love with. He theorized that Ukyo must of left Kodachi for that girl and his sister didn’t take it well. Realizing how much sense that made Nabiki asked Ranma what he thought only to find an empty space in place of where hje was sitting. It's true that con artists are expert liars amongst other things but there is one thing even the most talented of con men can never lie about. And that's feelings of the heart. Particularly, when that feeling just happens to be love. Love was something that Ranma found himself deeply entrenched in when it came to Kodachi. Which is precisely why he just left to find her.

Ranma found Kodachi on the dojo rooftop, gazing off into the horizon. Ranma was not the type to get jealous as he was the only one that Kodachi loved, but that was Ukyo came back into their lives. It was obvious to see that Ukyo wasn't happy to see Kodachi again. That much was clear. Kodachi’s reaction to seeing him was a much tougher thing to answer. It seemed to be amusement and a sort of hidden longing in her gaze. Ranma could recall watching those violet eyes soften when she looked at Ukyo. Soften in a way that he thought had been purely meant for him and him alone. The sight of it was enough to make Ranma want to resort to his baser instincts, like his brother did so often, and go to his former friend then beat him within an inch of his life. It was only Ukyo’s reaction that stopped him. Ranma knew that Kodachi loved him, so he didn’t understand why he felt so unsure.

Ranma was brought out of his musings by Kodachi causing him to chuckle nervously. Seeing that something was wrong Kodachi asked Ranma if he was okay. Sitting down next to her Ranma asked Kodachi about her relationship with Ukyo. Gaining a look of sudden understanding, Kodachi assured Ranma that they two were never actually a couple. She went on to tell Ranma what happened between the two and after she finished Ranma was left with a pretty good idea why Ukyo didn’t like her. Kodachi admitted as such and though it was one of the things she truly regretted doing however she had stopping her representation of Nabiki.

When Ranma asked her why Kodachi’s response was that Ukyo was meant to deal with her whether he likes or not, she also saw noting wrong with trying to make a profit. Chuckling at this, Ranma cupped Kodachi's chin lightly in his hand and moved forward to meet their lips for yet another one of their passionate kisses. They arrived at school to find Ukyo flirting with Nabiki as Ryoga watched in fury. Ukyo once again screamed upon seeing Kodachi. Ranma called him out for doing that every time he sees Kodachi, to which she accused him of doing it for attention. Luckily for Ukyo they were there for Nabiki who quickly found herself escorted away from Ryoga and Ukyo by the couple as they walked across the campus.

Ranma and Kodachi intercepted a letter asking Nabiki and Ryoga to have a paid concert at Karaoke Citadel. They suggested that Nabiki take up the offer as it would be good bargaining tool when it came to negotiating her contract with Ukyo. Nabiki called the two out for being nosy, but they insisted that they were just acting out of concern for her welfare. Nabiki agreed to do it if Ryoga agreed as well. While she was initially excited at the chance to show Ukyo that she could sing, she began to wonder he hired her in the first place. She asked Ranma for his thoughts but he really couldn’t say, while he and Ukyo used to be friends Ukyo mostly hung out with Ryoga.

After Ranma said this, Kodachi's violet eyes gained a contemplative gleam but before she could comment, she found a Happosai gripping her chest. It took Kodachi less than a second to react. And all of Furinkan High, along with most of Nerima, winced at the sound of her supersonic scream. As Ranma plugged up his sore ears Kodachi demanded he get Happosai off of her as she swatted ineffectively at him. With a careless shrug, Ranma bunched his hand into a fist and slammed it into Happosai’s head causing him to fall to the ground. Having thought Happosai was some weird creature upon discovering he was a man, Kodachi reacted in even less time then when he had been glomping her chest, and produced a large mallet out of nowhere and tried to slam it on Happosai.

Only for Happosai to lazily lift up a finger and send the mallet flying into the air causing the three teenagers to look at him in certain surprise. Happosai wondered why none of the ladies were happy at his appreciation of their healthy figures. Ranma told Happosai that they only do so if you’re a handsome young stud like him and you go about expressing your admiration a little more subtly. Narrowing his eyes Happosai asked Ranma who he was calling him impertinent. Ranma stated that ladies find his impertinence charming. Hearing this, Nabiki snorted while Kodachi sidled up to Ranma and grabbed his ear sharply to bring it down to her mouth. She then hissed at Ranma to punish Happosai for what he did to her.

Looking from the old man to his girlfriend, Ranma squinted his gaze a bit before apologizing to Happosai for having to beat him up. Amused Happosai told Ranma that, that wasn’t going to happen and when Ranma asked why, Happosai finally introduced himself. A long moment of silence passed as Nabiki, Kodachi, and Ranma were all left stunned at Happosai declaring himself their master. Ranma was the first to recover and with some disdain told Happosai that he had no master and never would. He lamented that Kodachi and his mothers didn’t count. Happosai explained how he was the one trained Soun and Genma, but Ranma didn’t care. He told Happosai that he wasn’t going to let him train him just because he taught his father. He made the mistake of saying that he learned how to grab onto girls chests along time ago causing Nabiki to slap him in the back of the head.

Nabiki told Ranma to control his ego and hormones she then stepped in front of him to confront Happosai herself. Like Ranma she didn’t believe that Soun would learn anything from him and demanded proof that he was really the master of Anything Goes. Happosai told Nabiki to follow him and she would see for herself just how well he knew her father. With that, the old man leapt into the air and bounded off into the distance but not before glomping a few random girls before he left. Watching his exit, Nabiki wondered how he knew her name. Ranma however having sensed Happosai’s chi was more worried about how strong he was. He specifically compared it to Cologne and his grandmother. This confused Ranma but his ear was grabbed by Kodachi before he could explain to Nabiki what his grandmother was.

With more than a hint of menace Kodachi asked Ranma why he let the old pervert get away. Ranma tried to defend himself by saying that Happosai was just an old man. This only made Kodachi even more infuriated. With a gulp and a nervous nod of his head, Ranma let loose a loud squeak and hastily dodged the large mallet that Kodachi produced out of nowhere and ran off into the distance as he followed Happosai's exiting path. As she observed this, Nabiki couldn't help but sigh and give a shrug as she followed the couple, knowing that whether she did or not they would just end up getting into trouble anyway. It was something that seemed to be a repeating trend when it came to dealing with Ranma and Kodachi.

When they approached the dojo they heard the sound of loud shouting and almost maniacal laughter echoing throughout the air. Seconds later, Genma pig went flying out of the dojo as they heard Soun shout at him to come back. Squinting at this, Ranma leapt into the air and produced his sheathed katana out of nowhere and then whacked Genma pig on the top of the head with it. When his father whirled around to squeal at him Ranma smirked then asked him about Happosai. Hearing this, Genma pig's eyes widened and he squealed even louder while he waved his hooves in the air. This caused Ranma to wonder what it was about Happosai that his father was so afraid of. This is when Happosai made his presence known calling out Genma for trying to escape his master.

Turning around, Ranma looked at Happosai who was glaring at Genma pig who immediately flew behind his son in an attempt to hide from the shrunken old man. There was a long tense pause as Ranma narrowed his eyes before bounding over to Happosai, and asking him to teach him how to scare his father like that. While Genma pig squealed indignantly at this, Nabiki could only groan, and Kodachi scowled. Kodachi stamped her foot as she reminded Ranma about defending her honor. Ranma apologized to Happosai for having to beat him up, who welcomed Ranma to try. The following battle consisted of Ranma attempting to hit Happosai and Happosai continually dodging these attacks. All in all, not much of a fight. Something that Kodachi, because she was the only one watching, definitely noticed. An annoyed Kodachi told Ranma to punish Happosai already who told her that he was trying. Scowling at Happpsai Ranma called him out for making him look bad in front of his girl. As he continued to dodge Ranma’s attacks Happosai offered him a deal. He’d allow Ranma to defeat him in front of Kodachi if he did something Genma and Soun could never do steals all the ladies panties in Tokyo for him.

Happosai agreed and moments after he did Ranma delivered what appeared to be a devastating blow that sent him flying into the air while shouting various obscenities about being defeated by a very impertinent Ranma. Giving his most brilliant and heroic smile Ranma turned to Kodachi only to notice that she wasn't paying attention to him, no one was. Turning his gaze in the direction of his companions, Ranma looked at the figure of a fainted Nabiki who was being held by Kodachi. He then noticed that his brother was giving Ukyo a hard and threatening glare.

Just when it appeared as if smoke might start curling out of his ears, the lost boy chose to speak in tight and controlled tones. He called Ukyo out for his lack of honor in trying to get with Nabiki despite knowing that she was his iinazuke. Ukyo’s only response was that all is fair in love and war, before once again calling Ryoga out on their past. An annoyed and angry Ryoga didn’t know what Ukyo was talking about. This just made angrier and he called Ryoga out for refusing to admit what he is, stating that taking Nabiki away from him will not only be fun but the right thing to do. The world seemed to freeze at these words, or at least, it seemed to freeze for everyone who happened to be looking at Hibiki Ryoga. The air around him darkened and seemed to crackle with electricity. His dark brown hair was flying upwards in the wind and eyes that were normally kind in manner were filled with a sort of insane fury.

Kodachi was the first to speak telling Ukyo to run away. But Ukyo didn't run. Instead, he stood in his place and steadily met Ryoga's enraged gaze. Ryoga's only response was to narrow his gaze and form a fiercely glowing ball of dark energy between his hands. On seeing the ball of energy, Genma pig released a high pitched squeal of terror and immediately started to fly as far away from the Tendo dojo as he could get. Watching his father's departure, Ranma felt he had the right idea and leapt down to the ground with his usual agility and swept Kodachi up so she was resting on one of his shoulders with Nabiki draped over the other. He explained to a confused Kodachi that Ryoga is a Berserker and thus dangerous when angry. Once they finally paused on a rooftop at least a mile away from the dojo Kodachi asked who usually stopped Ryoga when he got like this. Ranma told her that it was Atsuko who wasn’t there. Turning to look in the direction of the dojo, Kodachi realized that Ukyo knew that this was going to happen and wondered what he was planning. That Ranma couldn’t answer just that it's one hell of a dangerous scheme.

Nabiki woke up to the sound of distant explosions. Distant explosions and Ranma ranting. He was attempting to explain to Kodachi that the only way to deal with Ryoga when he gets like this was to wait him out. There was a slight pause and as Nabiki pushed herself up slightly she saw Kodachi walk towards the edge of the building and gaze off into the distance where smoke was curling into the air in massive waves. Kodachi asked why would Ukyo provoke such a reaction. It was by this time that Nabiki had heard enough and clearing her throat she gazed into the shocked faces of Ranma and Kodachi then asked what was going on. The look of dread that appeared on the couple's faces along with another monstrous explosion sounding in the background was all the answer that Nabiki needed.

Nearly an hour had passed since Ryoga's disappearance and Ukyo's swift departure at the hands of his lax bodyguards and it still didn't make any sense to Nabiki. So, strangely enough, Nabiki found herself asking her normally carefree companions for advice. Even stranger yet, what she found herself receiving was the best and most sage advice that she had heard in a few years. Ranma explained Ryoga’s nature as a Berserker to Nabiki stressing to her that what happened wasn’t his fault. He asked Nabiki to give Ryoga the chance to explain himself, and to show that he hadn’t changed. Just as Ranma's eyes lit up when Nabiki promised that she would only for his happy expression to fade when she asked how they would find Ryoga. Ranma's only response was overwhelming silence.

Ranma ended up that it would be best to ask Cologne for help though Kodachi wasn’t so convinced that she could. Ranma asked Kodachi to trust him as it was either Cologne or he’d have to summon his grandmother something he didn’t really want to try. This caused Nabiki to cut in. Surprised that learning that Ranma and Ryoga had a grandmother Nabiki asked what she could do. Ranma started bragging about his grandmothers power, but stated that as much as he loved her she had a bad habit of meddling which was why he was reluctant to summon her. Nabiki and Ryoga needed to work out their own feelings. He also brought up his grandfather but dismissed that since his grandfather was worse then his grandmother.

Before Nabiki could question Ranma on his Grandpa, they found themselves in front of the building that Cologne had bought and gaping at the sign on it. While Nabiki was skeptical at the name Sensual Sorcery Ranma and Kodachi liked it. Kodachi however did point out that didn’t seem like something that Cologne would pick out. This is when Siren introduced herself. She expressed how happy she was at meeting the infamous demon thieves as it was fun seeing the stink they caused back in the village. Ranma as his eyes narrowed slightly and he moved on the defensive. The power that he sensed in Siren was like Cologne's, but even stronger, and it served to remind him of his aforementioned Grandma. Someone that Ranma would never even dream of messing with.

Siren was quick to assure Ranma and Kodachi that she would never hurt such very delightful mischief makers or the beloved little sister of her dear apprentice. Turning to Nabiki Siren murmured to herself about Nabiki’s protesting Kasumi’s engagement to Perfume. This caused Nabiki to demand Siren tell them who she was and how she knew Kasumi. Siren explained that she was training Kasumi to be a mage. Having not expected this news Nabiki, Kodachi, and Ranma just gapped at Siren. after calming down they asked Siren if she could find Ryoga. Siren decided to use it as a teachable moment and have Kasumi do it. They watched as Siren guided Kasumi through the process. Seeing Ranma’s eyes narrow Kodachi asked him what was wrong. Ranma replied by telling her to use the skills he taught her. This caused Kodachi to realize that it was not just Siren who was summoning energy but Kasumi as well.

While the couple were pondering over this, Nabiki was transfixed as she watched her older sister awash in the bright golden light that surrounded her. Kasumi's head was slightly tipped back and Siren floated behind the girl as she murmured soft and seemingly gentle words into her ear. It was a mesmerizing scene to say the least but what Nabiki couldn't get over was the power and the sheer level of confidence she felt coming from Kasumi now. She had never seen her Oneechan like this before. Nabiki wasn't really sure if she liked it. Siren engulfed Kasumi in a sudden hug when she was able to find Ryoga. Kasumi was in a daze as she re-laid her experience. Siren was cut off from her praise when she heard a loud cough and tilting her head she looked at Nabiki who wore a deep frown on her sharp features.

Drolly Nabiki asked where Ryoga was. After apologizing Kasumi told Nabiki that he was in the park. Turning on her heel Nabiki started out of the shop but paused to look at Ranma and Kodachi and thanked them for explaining things to her. she also told Ranma that she would keep her promise. With that, Nabiki ran out the door and to Ryoga. Siren then turned to Ranma and and asked him about his request. Kodachi turned to look at her boyfriend who was staring at Siren. Giving a low chuckle, Ranma asked Siren if there was anyway to get the slave collar off. Sadly not even a mage of Siren’s caliber could remove it. Though he had a strong aura the magic she sensed from him was repressed so Siren didn’t understand why Cologne put it on Ranma in the first place.

With prompting from Ranma Kodachi activated Ranma’s curse. Now that she could feel just how powerful Ranma-chan was Kasumi was left stunned. Siren explained that elves were a powerful lot, not to mention a dangerous lot as well. An unspoken communication seemed to take place between Siren and Ranma after she stated that she like to user her powers and learn what her abilities are, and forming a slow smile, Siren stated that they should speak on this in private. Peeking over Ranma's shoulder at Kodachi, Siren promised to return him shortly. Seconds after saying this, Siren and Ranma disappeared in a flash of golden light as they winked out of existence to leave Kodachi and Kasumi alone and more than a bit surprised at their sudden exit.

When the flash of golden light faded from Ranma's eyes she found herself inside of a sort of void that was only filled with the continuous flash of multicolored lights. Siren asked Ranma what he really wanted from her. Ranma told Siren about the deal he made with Happosai. Seconds after Ranma said his name she was met with a very shocking sight. The sight of the normally carefree and easygoing Siren forming a face of absolute fury. Realizing that she new him already Ranma observed as the Mage started to twitch. As she started to revert back to her usual self, Siren muttered about how Happosai stole her from Siren. When Ranma asked who Siren gave the elf a friendly smile and told her it was nothing changing the subject back to his deal with Happosai.

Still studying Siren with careful eyes, this time because of the Mage's recent odd change in mood, Ranma told her about his promise to get Happosai all of the ladies panties in Nerima in exchange for letting Ranma beat him up in battle. There was a long moment of silence and Ranma studied Siren's blank features rather anxiously. He had no way of knowing if he’d be abl e to survive if the Mage got angry again. But then Siren burst out into melodic laughter. Ranma wanted a way to get Happosai his panties while making sure that he and not Ranma get all the blame for the whole mess going down. Siren agreed to help Ranma but he’d have to make her a promise. While wary luckily she only made him promise to never make another promise to Happosai again. She even offered to teach him just what talents his cursed form held and take him as her student if he did. Ranma was skeptical but Siren was completely sincere, she even offered to make the deal sweeter if Ranma caused some trouble for Happosai as well. Since Siren was a lot more fun to look at and Happosai wasn’t someone Ranma would want to be friends with Ranma agreed.

When Ranma and Siren returned back to the sorcery shop they were met with an unusual sight. It was the sight of Kodachi trying to pry a pair of black silk panties off the window to the shop. Kasumi was standing next to her wearing a very perplexed expression. Sensing the magic influx that heralded Siren's return Kasumi asked her senshi for help stating that her and Kodachi’s panties were stuck to the front window of the shop. Knowing what happened Siren just tilted her head to one side asking how such a think could happen while Ranma went to help Kodachi. Before Ranma could say anything, a loud rumbling met their ears and suddenly both Kodachi and Kasumi's panties smashed through the glass. Hesitantly looking up, Kodachi met the blue eyes of Ranma and realized that the blonde elf had protected her from the brunt of the shattering glass with her body. Ranma assured a worried Kodachi that she was okay, but luckily Siren was there to heal her.

With that Siren felt that they should find out what whisked away their panties. Once again, a loud rumbling met their ears and they turned to look out of the broken window and saw a very unusual sight. More than a thousand panties flying past in a huge horde, that for some reason, was shouting the word 'sweet' which was accented by the sound of very irate musical bells. With a flick of her wrist, Siren said a few words under her breath and seconds later, they were engulfed in a golden ball of light and went flying after the panties. After the panties and the huge crowd of women and a few men that were also following after it.

They arrived to find the women trying to figure out how to get whomever was responsible out of the horde. For Siren it wouldn’t take more than a flick of her wrist to break apart all of those panties and discover the thief inside. Cologne arriving as well accused Siren of being the cause of things. When Siren expressed how hurt she was at Cologne’s accusation, she let the matter drop and told the mage to just expose the thief. Giving Cologne a saucy smile and a wink, Siren caused the panties to fall to the ground. They ended up landing on the ground with a thunderous crash, causing a gigantic crater in the front yard to Furinkan High. On seeing this, Siren apologized having not expected that.

No one really noticed Siren's apology because they were too busy focusing on the pile of panties. Or rather, Happosai laying on top of the pile of panties hugging them to his body. In a split second, all the enraged and panty-less females present realized he was the one who stole their panties. That was when they all mobbed on him like a mass of uncontrollable locusts intent on tearing him to pieces. It was a scene that lasted barely a minute before they had him reduced into a mere shell of a man, and somehow after finding their right and proper panties, the women left the premises of Furinkan High to its usual insanity.

As Happosai laid in a destroyed heap in the huge crater where all of his panties had been before the girls had taken them back. The others started talking about finishing him off. Tatewaki suggested that they just hand him over to the proper authorities. No one wanted to do that however, both because it wouldn’t be torturous enough and the fact that the police was afraid to come to the Furinkan financial district. As the debate about just what to do with Happosai continued on, it grew to massive sound levels. It was so loud, that they almost didn't hear when a high pitched whistle pierced the air to get their attention. Turning around, the group regarded Taro and Akari standing next to a Tauros. On seeing the creature, Ranma's eyes went wide and she made a discreet move to stand behind Kodachi for protection.

Tatewaki suggested that they just hand him over to the proper authorities. No one wanted to do that however, both because it wouldn’t be torturous enough and the fact that the police was afraid to come to the Furinkan financial district. As the debate about just what to do with Happosai continued on, it grew to massive sound levels. It was so loud, that they almost didn't hear when a high pitched whistle pierced the air to get their attention. Turning around, the group regarded Taro and Akari standing next to a Tauros. Taro asked the group to hand Happosai over to him stating that he could punish him in a way that would make all of them happy as had more than just his panty thieving for wanting to do it. When Cologne asked what he planned on doing Taro formed a slow smile and activated his curse, they all watched as he turned a pink and cuddly creature that only one of them recognized immediately as a Clefairy. Ignoring their looks of wonder, the Clefairy walked over to where Happosai still lay in a crumpled heap and used metronome.

The explosion that surrounded Happosai sent him flying high into the air only to land seconds later back inside of the now smoldering crater with a loud thud. The Clefairy wore a smug smile as it hopped into the crater and produced a rope out of nowhere to tie the martial arts master up with. It then drug Happosai out of the crater and towards the amazed onlookers. Though anticlimantic everyone was happy Happosai got punished and it was fun to watch him get blown up. As everyone shared a laugh at this Kodachi noticed how Ranma was hiding behind her and shivering uncontrollably. When she asked him what was wrong he just stammered out Clefairy. On hearing its name Taro came over causing Ranma to scream in maniacally kawaii tones that were more than a bit frightening. That was when it was finally revealed. The secret technique and the secret shame of Saotome Ranma. Otherwise known as the legendary pokefist.

The others watched vaguely disturbed as Ranma chaseed after Taro through the Furinkan High front yard as she continued to shout 'Clefairy' in kawaii tones. Freaked out Taro bounded on top of the Tauros and the two of them went barreling off into the distance. Akari took after Taro wailing that he couldn’t leave her now that she finally found a boy who loves Pokemon as much as she did. This left Ranma alone and looking very morose before she to ran after them. She was eventually stopped by Ryoga and though she attempted to get around Ryoga and near Taro who was still sitting on the Tauros back. Both were standing in the yard, well away from Ranma, but Ryoga wouldn’t let her telling Ranma once again that just because she wants to play with other Pokemon doesn't mean they want to play with her. This was the sight the others saw when they finally caught up. Tatewaki was amazed to see Ryoga controlling Ranma.

Ryoga asked the group if Ranma had caused any problems. Nabiki told him no but before she could say anything more she was abruptly cut off as Ranma made a sudden mad dash around Ryoga and pounced towards Taro whose eyes immediately went wide. It seemed like time froze as Taro raised his tiny hands into the air and used metronome. The blonde elf went flying high into the atmosphere and as she did, the Taro heaved a sigh of relief. Kodachi cried in panicked tones while she rushed out into the yard. She turned to glare at Taro only for Akari to appear in front of her blocking her path. She called Kodachi out for being made at Taro for protecting himself, but Kodachi wasn’t listening upset that Taro possibly injured her Ranma.

Fortunately or unfortunately, their would be battle was interrupted by Ranma landing square in the middle of the two girls with a thunderous crash. Kodachi quickly sprinted into the crater and cradled Ranma in her arms. By this point Taro was able to change back. He told Kodachi that Ranma should be fine as his metronome attack is fairly harmless against humans. While she had calmed down Kodachi still called Taro out for being so harsh on someone who obviously wasn’t in their right mind. Taro reluctantly agreed but Poke-Ranma was too kawaii even for him. Seeing that Ranma would be okay Kodachi demanded that Ryoga and Tatewaki explain what was going on.

Kodachi initially believed that Genma forced Ranma to learn the Pokefist. This offended Genma who was insulted that she’d think he'd make Ranma learn something as useless and stupid as the Pokefist! Stating that if he was going to have him learn a dangerous technique that psychologically scarred him then it would at least be a useful one. Ryoga was quick to point out that didn’t make Genma look good. Once Ryoga finished explaining the Pokefist and what it does there was another moment of silence before everyone broke out laughing. Well, everyone but Kodachi who was frowning severely at Ranma. Taro was the first to calm down and asked how they snap Ranma out of it not wanting her to chase him anymore. Sadly the only people who are able to snap Ranma out of the Pokefist are Atsuko and Nodoka. Genma begged Ryoga not to call them believing that he’d be spanked for jusenkyo. This went on for several minutes before Nabiki finally grew tired of the odd almost conversation and then produced a mallet out of nowhere and hit Genma on the top of his head with it. Watching Genma topple over on the ground, Nabiki returned the mallet back into pocket space and told her iinazuke to go and call his mothers.

They dumped hot water on Ranma hoping it would snap him out of his Clefairy brained state but it hadn't helped at all. It just made him look stupider as he bounced around everywhere cuddling everyone. Including Nabiki. Who was currently sweatdropping as she looked at Ranma rubbing his head on her abdomen. Ryoga, however, turned an interesting shade of red as he pulled his brother off of her by the collar. Ranma said clefairy in kawii tones. Despite Ryoga telling his brother that it wouldn’t work he pulled Ranma in a hug apologizing for doubting him as as Ranma smiled almost smugly. Shaking his head slightly, Tatewaki commented on how manipulating Ranma was even while having the brain of an innocent Clefairy. Shampoo thought the whole thing was funny however. A tied up and gagged Genma tried to get his attention and when Tatewaki asked what he was trying to say.

Kodachi who was running her fingers through Ranma's silky black hair as he was once again curled up in her lap explained that Genma wanted to know why no one feels sorry for him. she then called her brother out for making fun of Ranma when Ryoga explained that they had tried to stop Ranma. Sensing his wives presence begged to be set free but it was too late. Seconds later, in a cloud of black smoke the figures of Saotome Nodoka and Hibiki Atsuko appeared. Then just as swiftly, they then disappeared, taking Ranma, Ryoga, and Genma along with them. When the smoke cleared, everyone was left in shock. Everyone except for Soun, who was used to seeing this happen since he did know both of the women.

After countless days away they were finally back home. Too bad for Genma, Ranma, and Ryoga they didn't have a chance to enjoy it. That was mostly because as soon as they arrived in the courtyard to their large mansion, Genma found himself at the end of Nodoka's katana. Atsuko and Nodoka asked their husband why he had been staying with Soun and never sent them a single word of this situation. Seeing Ranma crouching on the ground, holding onto Ryoga's leg, Atsuko brought him out of the pokefist. Ryoga assured and embarrassed Ranma that he mostly just hugged people before Nodoka brought their attention back to her. Ignoring his fathers begging Ranma revealed his curse to his mothers. While Atsuko whirled on Genma for taking their boys to Genma, Nodoka approached her eldest son with concern when told that he wasn’t cursed due to getting lost. Ryoga assured his mother that he was fine before telling her that he missed her. With this Nodokapulled him into a hug. When she finally went out of his arms it was only to embrace Ranma who turned an interesting shade of red before returning the hug.

Ranma squaked out that they weren’t kids anymore so the two didn’t have to worry so much, but Atsuko wasn’t having any of that. Ranma and Ryoga would always be their little boys or girl in this case. Reminded of Ranma’s curse Atsuko asked her husband why he took Ranma to jusenkyo. Laughing even more nervously, Genma said that he forgot about it being cursed until he was there and stuck in one of their cursed pools. The dry look of skepticism that Atsuko and Nodoka exchanged told Genma they didn't believe anything of the sort. Which didn't mean anything good for him. He finally admitted that since nothing happened the first time he went to Jusenkyo he would be fine when took Ranma much to his wives frustration. Genma was spared because they loved him so much, and luckily Nodoka understood that being a man is more than just having his body.

With that out of the way the topic moved on to Ryoga’s engagement to Nabiki. Ryoga face reddened as he stated that he didn’t mind as Nabiki is a great girl. Seeing how embarrassed he was Ranma whapped her older brother on the shoulder as she told Nodoka that he had a thing for Nabiki so everything was cool. Nodoka congratulated Genma for finally doing something good for once. Wanting to get Ryoga back to his iinazuke Atuko felt that it was time to head back to the dojo and needed Nodoka’s help so that she didn’t get loss. Nodoka chastised Atsuko for embarrassing RRyoga telling her to wait until they meet Nabiki. Atsuko's only response was to form a wicked grin which caused Ryoga to groan very loudly. Because as nice as it was to have his mothers back there were certain things he didn't want them involved in. His love life being one of them.

Nabiki and Kodachi quickly embraced Ranma when they returned something Ukyo watched with a dark gaze. Returning the embrace with an expression of wonder Ryoga tried to calm his panicked fiancée down explaining that his mothers just wanted to talk. Nodoka and Atsuko were sure that Nabiki was Kimiko’s daughter the moment she turned on them, calling the two out for taking their sons in such a dramatic fashion. Though they did apologize for making her worry. Looking over at Kodachi who was busy making out with Ranma, she asked him about her. Ranma pulled away from Kodachi reluctantly, looking red from lack of breath. She squeezed Kodachi around the waist and introduced his girlfriend of over a year to his mother. Knowing her son Nodoka was surprised that they had been dating for that long.

Atsuko told Kodachi that she must be a special girl. They would've kept up their casual conversation if Tatewaki hadn't cleared his throatand reminded everyone about the airship. On hearing this, everyone looked up at the crazy man on the airship who was beet red and shouting. Kiren tired of being ignored demanded to know where the scroll of luck and his bride were. Siren and Cologne were the only ones who knew who he was and what he was talking about. Naturally they suspected Happosai of taking the scroll. Narrowing her eyes, Siren summoned Happosai. While initially surprised at being teleported Happosai was happy to see Siren. Cutting him off before Siren demanded to know where the scroll of luck was. When Happosai asked what she was talking about Kiima once again demanded the scroll. When Happosai revealed that threw it away before anyone in the dojo could properly react, a storm of pickles dropped from the airship and onto them. Burying them all in a pile of pickled monstrosity that smelled just as bad as it tasted.

As Kirin prepared the second wave those aboard his ship and the few people who'd dug themselves free of the pile of pickles turned as Akane made her presence known as she walked into the sitting room, a tray of pickles in hand. At her side stood Chocolate who was never far away from Akane. What more caught everyone's attention weren't the pickles on the tray but the scroll on it also. In particular it caught the attention of Prince Kirin who had Akane wrapped up in a long fishing wire and pulled high into the air and onto the airship. Akane called Kirin out for causing her to drop her pickles as she had made them for Chocolate. Putting his arm around the surprised Akane’s waist Kirin told her that they would have many delicious chocolate pickles at their wedding.

Using Genma's head for a vault, Chocolate bounded into the air. She pulled out a long claw and threw it against the ship, using it to climb on board. In dark tones, she demanded he let Akane go. Instead of doing what Chocolate demanded, Kirin held Akane tighter and simply smirked. Which caused her to scowl deeply and fly at him with an assorted arsenal that was discarded by Kirin in a lighting fast movement with, believe it or not, a pair of chopsticks. Unfortunately for those below, all of Chocolate's various weapons which included maces, dynamite, and one or two bombs, fell to the ground. Causing quite a bit of chaos as they scurried around, trying to avoid them.

Ignoring the explosions from below, Chocolate rushed at Kirin, only to be swept away by the speed of his chopsticks, causing her to fall from the airship with the sound of Akane shouting her name meeting her ears. It was that sound that kept Chocolate from giving up and reaching out at the last moment, she grabbed the chain she had attached to the airship earlier. When the ship vanished into nothingness, she went along with it. Watching this happen, those gathered at the dojo were silent for a long moment then Soun spit out the pickle he had stuck in his mouth. Some would swear for years later that the name Akane echoed in the air for hours after he screamed it. Then again, that might have something to do with the fact that not only Soun was screaming it.

## Appearance

Ranma’s cursed form is an incredibly statuesque elf that stands at nearly six feet in height with white blonde hair and glowing cobalt eyes. Her pigtail is described as somehow accenting her exotic beauty.

## Personality

Ranma is a charming con artist with a killer smile. Due to the fact that this version of Ranma was raised by three parents instead of one he doesn’t lack experience in social situations that his counterparts do and thus doesn’t share their insecurities. This is best seen by the fact that he enjoys his curse seeing it as useful for avoiding folks who know him as a guy. While this version is still a mixture of nice, clean-cut, frank, energetic, stubborn and sly, he is far less indecisive, picky, and stingy then usual depictions. He also only reserves his rudeness and aggression to his father. In all, Ranma can best be defined as an intelligent man with a laid-back, optimistic, jovial, and eccentric man demeanor, laughing and quipping in the face of opposition with a handy trick always available to maintain an upper hand.

While he sees nothing wrong with his natural indiscretions of stealing food or conning people out of money for survival it has led to a lonely existence. This is why his bond with Kodachi is so strong. In their meeting they encountered the first person in their lives who did not scorn them. Rather they traded secrets and devised new and better plans for doing so. In short, Ranma and Kodachi found in one another their partner in crime. He fancies himself a ladies' man, and while he is very flirtatious with due to his devotion to Kodachi his actual success with women is never really shown. Although others have commented on it and it is one of the reason Tatewaki is against him dating his sister.

He still takes great pride in his prowess as a martial artist and occasionally brags about it, however Ranma is a pragmatic combatant so running away from someone he feels he's no match against is not something he's shameful about if he feels it's the most reasonable option.

## Abilities

Ryoga is the weaponless heir to their family's school of martial arts. While Ranma was taught to fight with and without weapons. He learned mixed styles while Ryoga’s fighting style is pure and goes along with the oldest traditions of our school.

The fundamental principle of Masaki-ryu which is likely the style taught to him by his mother is mobility of the body and the blade to control the geometry of the fight and employs a great deal of motion and unusually open postures. Its versatile nature would easily allow it to be integrated into the Saotome School of Anything Goes allowing Ranma to employ many unarmed maneuvers and unique sword techniques

Ranma’s curse also gives him a unique nature of having Jurian, Human, and Elven DNA. As an elf Ranma-chan’s power is almost as strong as Siren’s, though she doesn’t even know the most minute of her many abilities. Cologne put the slave collar on Ranma in the first place so that she could teach them to her safely. Siren also agreed to take Ranma on as a student along with Kasumi.

## Relationship

### Kodachi Kuno

Despite what many would call a less than innocent past and a definite habit of doing things illegal in nature, Ranma still thinks Kodachi to be an angel in many ways. She is so kind to him... kinder than anyone else he knows. And she understands him so well, never punishing him for his mistakes, and never taking away her love. Now Ranma is a confident guy. He has been raised to be that way by his mother and his mom helped enforce that confidence in him as well. Not to mention his father and brother. In fact, Ranma's entire family is a huge boost to his confidence levels. They helped make him into who he was today. But still, more credit should be given to Kodachi because before her, Ranma never truly felt understood. He felt loved before. Even appreciated and admired but never had he met anyone who understood him like Kodachi. They were soulmates.