Ranma 1/2, Vol. 18 [Paperback]

Rumiko Takahashi (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Ranma 1/2 | Publication Date: December 10, 2001

To defeat Ryoga and his magic energy tricks, Ranma must ask Shampoo's grandmother Cologne for help -- by using her giant ghost cat. But Ranma is afraid of cats. His other option? To put on a miniskirt and let his female persona sweet-talk Ryoga's secrets out of him.

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About the Author

The spotlight on Rumiko Takahashi's career began in 1978 when she won an honorable mention in Shogakukan's annual New Comic Artist Contest for Those Selfish Aliens. Later that same year, her boy-meets-alien comedy series, Urusei Yatsura, was serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday. This phenomenally successful manga series was adapted into anime format and spawned a TV series and half a dozen theatrical-release movies, all incredibly popular in their own right. Takahashi followed up the success of her debut series with one blockbuster hit after another--Maison Ikkoku ran from 1980 to 1987, Ranma 1/2 from 1987 to 1996, and Inuyasha from 1996 to 2008. Other notable works include Mermaid Saga, Rumic Theater, and One-Pound Gospel. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: VIZ Media LLC; 1 edition (December 10, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156931649X
• ISBN-13: 978-1569316498
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,104,567 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

The spotlight on Rumiko Takahashi's career began in 1978 when she won an honorable mention in Shogakukan's annual New Comic Artist Contest for Those Selfish Aliens. Later that same year, her boy-meets-alien comedy series, Urusei Yatsura, was serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday. This phenomenally successful manga series was adapted into anime format and spawned a TV series and half a dozen theatrical-release movies, all incredibly popular in their own right. Takahashi followed up the success of her debut series with one blockbuster hit after another--Maison Ikkoku ran from 1980 to 1987, Ranma 1/2 from 1987 to 1996, and Inuyasha from 1996 to 2008. Other notable works include Mermaid Saga, Rumic Theater, and One-Pound Gospel.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best in the series!, January 4, 2002

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Nkiseki - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ranma 1/2, Vol. 18 (Paperback)

Ranma 1/2, vol. 18 is one of the best in the series. With lots of humor! Humor, that's something that I look for in a book, it's whacked out funny, with a small twist, raging hormones (e.g.: Jealousy), and action filled fun. Though some people may find it stupid, and character situations farfetched, and (I quote my friend) "It's about SEX-CHANGE! What's so funny about that!?" Ranma 1/2 isn't really all that interesting until you are explained about the characters, then once you get the characters, and read the story, you will find it funny.

In volume 18, Ranma's fear of cats is having him in a case scenerio of Shampoo's life, or running away. In the 16th book, Akane gets kidnapped, and what's Ranma supposed to do when his beloved fiancee gets kidnapped? Vol. 2, what does Ranma do when his first kiss is given by an unwanted person (Seriously, what would you do if you were kissed by... Ahem, back to the review). With all these new characters, and odd (Not to mention funny) twists, more fiancees, and more people after the fiancees, it's a great Manga for after a day of stress, and annoyances.

But also, be warned, if you're not into major obesessions, don't read it. But if you want more pleasure, in your life, and don't really care, then by all means, read it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Just a typical day for a gender bending martial artist, November 29, 2001

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joshua noland (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ranma 1/2, Vol. 18 (Paperback)

I personally love the Ranma 1/2 anime series. I first started watching the series after a saw Ranma 1/2 the movie 2, Nihao-
my concubine. This was the firs graphic novel that I read and I must say, I was very impressed. P-chan rules!!!!!!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Classic Ranma, April 2, 2007

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Jeffrey G. Sorley "The White Drew Carey" (Penn State) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ranma 1/2, Vol. 18 (Paperback)

If you've gotten to the point where you're thinking of buying Ranma 1/2 Vol. 18, there's not much that can dissuade you. All of the Ranma 1/2 manga scores a 3 or higher. This one is a 4 simply because it's funny, but not hilarious.

You cannot go wrong with Ranma 1/2.