Ranma ½ (2024) Season 2 Episode 1: Ranma's Weakness

Manga chapter 49-52

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.5

11 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

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Ranma ½ (2024) Season 2 Episode 1: Ranma's Weakness

Manga chapter 49-52

Canon/MED

← Prev: EPNext: EP 2 →

OSHIMETER

9.5

11 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

I prefer this season's OP than the previous one. This episode is just like how I remembered back then, the skits are smoothly inserted and as always the art style is retained with added improvements. Akane's blushing isn't overly exaggerated and overall both the art and animation are consistent with the previous season.

Great start to season two. It was great to see Hikaru instead of Sasuke. I enjoyed the episode honestly. Ranma's weakness got revealed. You could say the cat's out of the bag. But more importantly, Ranma and Akane... I didn't expect this would be in the first episode.

This EP starts off with the usual chaos. This episode shows that the season isn’t slowing down, it’s doubling down on chaos and comedy. Hahaha, I’m so happy watching this anime again, it brings back my childhood. 🥲

pranavi_birhade

The debut does a massive job of updating the 80s aesthetic without losing the charm. The character designs are vibrant, and the introduction to the Jusenkyo curse is handled with a much faster, modern comedic beat.

We’re back and it instantly feels like classic chaos—Ranma’s situation spirals again in the dumbest but funniest way. The reboot keeps things fresh visually while staying true to the madness. Slightly predictable intro beats, but still super fun to jump into 😆

A really great refresh from the original series

Really good animation quality

Good remake but less raunchy

EPISODE CONTEXT

As the season two premiere, this episode reestablishes the show's comedic rhythm while introducing Hikaru Gosunkugi and his rivalry with Ranma over Akane, adding fresh fuel to the already crowded field of suitors and adversaries. It builds directly on the character dynamics from season one's foundation and sets the stage for escalating confrontations, with the next episode bringing Mousse into the fray as yet another challenger. This opening salvo signals a season focused on expanding rivalries and deepening the ensemble cast.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

As the season two premiere, this episode reestablishes the show's comedic rhythm while introducing Hikaru Gosunkugi and his rivalry with Ranma over Akane, adding fresh fuel to the already crowded field of suitors and adversaries. It builds directly on the character dynamics from season one's foundation and sets the stage for escalating confrontations, with the next episode bringing Mousse into the fray as yet another challenger. This opening salvo signals a season focused on expanding rivalries and deepening the ensemble cast.

QUICK TAKES

I prefer this season's OP than the previous one. This episode is just like how I remembered back then, the skits are smoothly inserted and as always the art style is retained with added improvements. Akane's blushing isn't overly exaggerated and overall both the art and animation are consistent with the previous season.

Great start to season two. It was great to see Hikaru instead of Sasuke. I enjoyed the episode honestly. Ranma's weakness got revealed. You could say the cat's out of the bag. But more importantly, Ranma and Akane... I didn't expect this would be in the first episode.

This EP starts off with the usual chaos. This episode shows that the season isn’t slowing down, it’s doubling down on chaos and comedy. Hahaha, I’m so happy watching this anime again, it brings back my childhood. 🥲

pranavi_birhade

The debut does a massive job of updating the 80s aesthetic without losing the charm. The character designs are vibrant, and the introduction to the Jusenkyo curse is handled with a much faster, modern comedic beat.

We’re back and it instantly feels like classic chaos—Ranma’s situation spirals again in the dumbest but funniest way. The reboot keeps things fresh visually while staying true to the madness. Slightly predictable intro beats, but still super fun to jump into 😆

A really great refresh from the original series

Really good animation quality

Good remake but less raunchy

©高橋留美子・小学館／「らんま1/2」製作委員会

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©高橋留美子・小学館／「らんま1/2」製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com