Heavy

In the gritty New York slums, karate master Gai is molded into a boxing champion by a doctor battling cancer and a transvestite grappling with AIDS.

CHARACTERS

Alex Gordon

A cancer-stricken boxing coach, Alex seeks a champion from his dreams, mistaking Guy for him.

Guy Hyuga

Reluctant karate expert from NYC slums, drawn into boxing by Alex Gordon despite his aversion to the sport.

Lucky Roman

A transvestite boxer with AIDS, Lucky Roman trains Guy Hyuga, seeing his potential.

SIMILAR ANIME

Megalobox

In a world of mechanical boxing, a talented underground fighter named Junk Dog, forced to throw matches, rises to challenge the champion and fight for his own destiny.

Cyberpunk

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Megalobox 2: Nomad

Seven years after his Megalonia victory, the legendary "Gearless" Joe, now known as Nomad, returns to the underground Megalobox scene, scarred and geared.

Cyberpunk

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Rurouni Kenshin

In Meiji-era Japan, a former assassin with a troubled past seeks redemption while protecting his new friends from the shadows of his violent history.

Conflicted

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After a childhood rift, Fuuka rediscovers her fighting talent with the help of a champion, setting the stage for a rematch against her estranged friend Rinne in the world of martial arts.

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Artland

Season

Spring 1990

Start Date

1990-04-14

End Date

1990-04-14

Episodes

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