Disclaimer: Rumiko Takahashi I am not, so none of this is mine.
Hi everybody! Wodenschild here. Since I'm about to expand my cast some more I thought I'd take a break and introduce everyone. (glances over shoulder) Okay come on out! All of you! Kari! Stop hitting Si Cwan and Si Cwan stop teasing her! Yui! No climbing! I see you in the back there trying to escape! Get back here!
Jeez you'd almost think they didn't like me or something! All right we'll start with the Saotome clan, since it's really all about them. Ranma and Akane you know, well you'd better otherwise why are reading a Ranma ½ fic? Together they have four children. Guys?
"Do we have to?"
Yes.
"Fine. I'm Kari Saotome, oldest and only daughter of Ranma and Akane. I'm fifteen, have a twin brother and 'sigh' a fiancé. I'm a really great martial artist, having been taught by my dad since birth. Is that good enough?"
If you're going to be petty. Next! (Sighing in relief Kari walks out.)
"Stop pushing! All right, I'm Narutaki Saotome, Taki to my friends. I'm the oldest son of Ranma and Akane, and Kari is my twin sister. Likewise, I'm fifteen and I was engaged but, thankfully it was broken, the directionally challenged nitwit. Like Kari I'm really good at martial arts, but neither of us is half as good as our Dad. Um, I think that's everything."
Good enough, dear. Thank you! All right, next up!
"I'm Yui Saotome! I'm twelve and a menace according to various teachers."
Yui!
(shrugs) "That's what they say! Anyway I love learning martial arts from my Dad; he's the best! But he says it'll be awhile before I'm as good as Taki and Kari."
Yui, just go, okay? Torture someone else for awhile?
"Sure! See ya!" (runs off) "Hey Makoto!"
Why did I create that monster? Kia you're up next.
"Hello everyone! It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I'm eight years old and love to cook. Daddy says that the cooking gene must skip a generation. Everyone always says how much I remind them of Aunt Kasumi. I really don't see why."
Eep! Uh, Kia that was great, best one yet. Do you think you could cook some lunch for us? I think we'll be here awhile.
"Sure thing, happy to help!" (Kia runs off smiling benignly.)
Okay, next up the Kunos!
"Not till we agree on terms."
Nabiki! This was in the contract!
"No it wasn't."
Yes it was. I double checked.
"Really?"
I even had Tacchi check it.
"Tacchi! We have to have a little talk, son!" (Nabiki stalks off, dragging Tacchi with her.)
Well that was Nabiki, technically she still goes by Tendo. As you can see not much has changed. What was that noise? Kuno! Stop attacking Ranma! And how exactly did you get splashed in the first place! Never mind I don't want to know! As that demonstrates Kuno hasn't changed much either. Tacchi, it's your turn.
"Ow, I always forget how hard Mom hits. Hello I'm Takewaki Kuno, son of Takewaki and Nabiki, age seventeen. I have my mother's business sense and my father's money, a perfect combination. That's all that's important."
Growl. Tacchi!
"That's all I'm required by contract to say."
I'll check the fine print. Meanwhile, Makoto you're up!
"Um, hello. I'm Makoto Kino age twelve. My mother is Kodachi and Tacchi's my cousin. Poppa runs away a lot and mother has to go bring him back, so I spend a lot of time with Auntie Nabiki and Uncle Kuno. Mother insists that I learn rhythmic gymnastics but she's upset with me for refusing to cheat. Um, how was that?"
Very good dear. Would you like a cookie? Kia made a whole batch.
"Yeah!"
Sweet girl. Unfortunately her father's in Canada right now so neither he, nor Kodachi could make it. But I assume you all remember what she was like. Alrighty, bring on the Tendos!
"Oh my! This place is so dusty. Do you mind if I clean?"
Sigh. Go ahead Kasumi. You did bring the kids right?
"Of course. Sora! Kenji!"
"Coming! We're coming. Hi! I'm Sora, and I'm fourteen. My mother is Kasumi Tendo and my Dad is Yusake Tendo. He's a really important businessman. So unfortunately he's away on trips a lot. He's super nice though. Because my cousin's are always getting into fights, I figured it would be best to learn first aid. Someone had to. Just call me doctor!"
Um, yeah. Thank you Sora, your brother's here right?
"Ken! Your turn! Yui! How did you scrap your knee again?"
"Hello. I'm Kenji Tendo, but I usually just go by Ken. I'm twelve and everyone says that I look just like my Dad. Grandpa Tendo lives with us and teaches me martial arts sometimes. But Uncle Ranma's better at it. At least he doesn't break into tears when I get it right."
(muffled laughter) Thanks Kenji, that'd be fine. You can go eat now.
"Thanks!"
Up next the Habikis! Uh where are the Habikis? Dammit! Ukyo didn't let Ryoga led did she? Fine. Amazons are up.
"Shampoo is too too happy to be back in Japan!"
Um, Shampoo? I'm sure they remember you.
(pouting) "What wrong with reminding them?"
Well this is a place to get to know the next generation, I'm sure no one will have forgotten you.
"Better not." (stalks off)
Okay, that was awkward. Si Cwan, would you like to go first or second?
"No."
It's one of the two, Si Cwan.
"Fine. I'll go first. Stupid American."
I heard that!
"Hn. I'm Si Cwan son of the Amazon leader, Xian Fu and Mu Tse, and I'm fifteen. I was born in America and moved to China when I was five. I speak perfect English, Japanese and Mandarin. Despite what has been shown so far, I am an excellent fighter. My great-great-grandmother, Ko Lon taught me everything she could before she passed on. Kari was lucky that was all."
"Lucky! I could take you on any day of the week!"
Now children, no fighting in interludes! Kari, you had your chance, this is Si Cwan's turn. Now please go back to the buffet table, I think Shampoo added some ramen. Please continue Si Cwan.
"Why? I'm finished."
Okay, then could you get your sister it's her turn.
"Mei-Lin, your turn at torture!"
(pouting) I'm not that bad. Though…
"I here!"
Mei-Lin! Good.
"I Mei-Lin, am thirteen. Amazon tribe member, very high standing. I born in America but raised in China. Si Cwan is older brother. Am very proud of him. I speak English very good, but not so Japanese, but learning! Like Kari very much, glad she marry Si Cwan. No girl at home could beat him, it good he find strong female."
Yes well, thank you Mei-Lin. You can go back now. Are the Habikis here yet?
"We're here! We're here!"
Ukyo! Where have you been?
"Mika saw a rabbit."
Ahh. Well glad you found her so quickly. Mika you're up.
"Up where?"
(Why me?) Next to introduce your self.
"Why would I do that?"
Because, there are a lot of characters in this, and this way they can be straightened out. Besides it was easier than doing family trees. And funnier too.
"I don't get it but okay. I'm Mika Habiki, and I'm fifteen. Well almost sixteen really. I'm the oldest child of Ryoga and Ukyo Habiki. I have my father's strength and got his really cool umbrella. I have this little problem with directions and generally carry supplies in my backpack just in case. I'm a really good cook and I also have a portable grill with a bunch of mini-spatulas. Our family dog, Sadie generally comes with me if I go to the store, so I can get home again. I was engaged to that brat, Taki but my Daddy fixed that! He's the coolest!"
(pushing Mika along) That's good enough, I think they get the picture. Keiichi! You're next.
"I'm Keiichi Habiki and I'm thirteen. I know I don't look it, but I'm really strong but I prefer increasing my speed and flexibility. My mom's taught me a lot, mostly 'cause we were together a lot. When both your father and sister get lost on a daily basis, in your own house, you spend time with the one who doesn't move. I'm a decent chef, and throw mean spatula. I don't have to mention anything else do I?"
No Keiichi, that's all they need to know at this point. Why don't you go eat, before the foods all gone?
"Thanks!"
Okay I believe that's everyone. I hope this…Yes? What is it?
"I haven't gone yet."
Well you haven't been in the story yet; you might confuse people.
"Please?"
Damn, you're too cute. All right, I may regret this but go ahead.
"Yeah! Hi I'm Michelle! I'm twelve and my best friend is Makoto! She's so cool! My parents are totally insane, so her family looks really normal to me. I'm one of Mr. Saotome students, though I'm just a beginner. I haven't been in the story yet but I will soon! Makoto can't be without me!"
Um, yeah, you should probably mention your parents.
"Don't want to! They'll figure it out if they want to. I have to go find Mako now!"
Bye-bye. Well that does it, all major characters that have shown up or will show up. Though any character in the series is fair game and might pop up. I have all published English translations of Ranma ½ mangas so I have research materials! I'll try to post a real chapter soon.
Hi everybody! Wodenschild here. Since I'm about to expand my cast some more I thought I'd take a break and introduce everyone. (glances over shoulder) Okay come on out! All of you! Kari! Stop hitting Si Cwan and Si Cwan stop teasing her! Yui! No climbing! I see you in the back there trying to escape! Get back here!
Jeez you'd almost think they didn't like me or something! All right we'll start with the Saotome clan, since it's really all about them. Ranma and Akane you know, well you'd better otherwise why are reading a Ranma ½ fic? Together they have four children. Guys?
"Do we have to?"
Yes.
"Fine. I'm Kari Saotome, oldest and only daughter of Ranma and Akane. I'm fifteen, have a twin brother and 'sigh' a fiancé. I'm a really great martial artist, having been taught by my dad since birth. Is that good enough?"
If you're going to be petty. Next! (Sighing in relief Kari walks out.)
"Stop pushing! All right, I'm Narutaki Saotome, Taki to my friends. I'm the oldest son of Ranma and Akane, and Kari is my twin sister. Likewise, I'm fifteen and I was engaged but, thankfully it was broken, the directionally challenged nitwit. Like Kari I'm really good at martial arts, but neither of us is half as good as our Dad. Um, I think that's everything."
Good enough, dear. Thank you! All right, next up!
"I'm Yui Saotome! I'm twelve and a menace according to various teachers."
Yui!
(shrugs) "That's what they say! Anyway I love learning martial arts from my Dad; he's the best! But he says it'll be awhile before I'm as good as Taki and Kari."
Yui, just go, okay? Torture someone else for awhile?
"Sure! See ya!" (runs off) "Hey Makoto!"
Why did I create that monster? Kia you're up next.
"Hello everyone! It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I'm eight years old and love to cook. Daddy says that the cooking gene must skip a generation. Everyone always says how much I remind them of Aunt Kasumi. I really don't see why."
Eep! Uh, Kia that was great, best one yet. Do you think you could cook some lunch for us? I think we'll be here awhile.
"Sure thing, happy to help!" (Kia runs off smiling benignly.)
Okay, next up the Kunos!
"Not till we agree on terms."
Nabiki! This was in the contract!
"No it wasn't."
Yes it was. I double checked.
"Really?"
I even had Tacchi check it.
"Tacchi! We have to have a little talk, son!" (Nabiki stalks off, dragging Tacchi with her.)
Well that was Nabiki, technically she still goes by Tendo. As you can see not much has changed. What was that noise? Kuno! Stop attacking Ranma! And how exactly did you get splashed in the first place! Never mind I don't want to know! As that demonstrates Kuno hasn't changed much either. Tacchi, it's your turn.
"Ow, I always forget how hard Mom hits. Hello I'm Takewaki Kuno, son of Takewaki and Nabiki, age seventeen. I have my mother's business sense and my father's money, a perfect combination. That's all that's important."
Growl. Tacchi!
"That's all I'm required by contract to say."
I'll check the fine print. Meanwhile, Makoto you're up!
"Um, hello. I'm Makoto Kino age twelve. My mother is Kodachi and Tacchi's my cousin. Poppa runs away a lot and mother has to go bring him back, so I spend a lot of time with Auntie Nabiki and Uncle Kuno. Mother insists that I learn rhythmic gymnastics but she's upset with me for refusing to cheat. Um, how was that?"
Very good dear. Would you like a cookie? Kia made a whole batch.
"Yeah!"
Sweet girl. Unfortunately her father's in Canada right now so neither he, nor Kodachi could make it. But I assume you all remember what she was like. Alrighty, bring on the Tendos!
"Oh my! This place is so dusty. Do you mind if I clean?"
Sigh. Go ahead Kasumi. You did bring the kids right?
"Of course. Sora! Kenji!"
"Coming! We're coming. Hi! I'm Sora, and I'm fourteen. My mother is Kasumi Tendo and my Dad is Yusake Tendo. He's a really important businessman. So unfortunately he's away on trips a lot. He's super nice though. Because my cousin's are always getting into fights, I figured it would be best to learn first aid. Someone had to. Just call me doctor!"
Um, yeah. Thank you Sora, your brother's here right?
"Ken! Your turn! Yui! How did you scrap your knee again?"
"Hello. I'm Kenji Tendo, but I usually just go by Ken. I'm twelve and everyone says that I look just like my Dad. Grandpa Tendo lives with us and teaches me martial arts sometimes. But Uncle Ranma's better at it. At least he doesn't break into tears when I get it right."
(muffled laughter) Thanks Kenji, that'd be fine. You can go eat now.
"Thanks!"
Up next the Habikis! Uh where are the Habikis? Dammit! Ukyo didn't let Ryoga led did she? Fine. Amazons are up.
"Shampoo is too too happy to be back in Japan!"
Um, Shampoo? I'm sure they remember you.
(pouting) "What wrong with reminding them?"
Well this is a place to get to know the next generation, I'm sure no one will have forgotten you.
"Better not." (stalks off)
Okay, that was awkward. Si Cwan, would you like to go first or second?
"No."
It's one of the two, Si Cwan.
"Fine. I'll go first. Stupid American."
I heard that!
"Hn. I'm Si Cwan son of the Amazon leader, Xian Fu and Mu Tse, and I'm fifteen. I was born in America and moved to China when I was five. I speak perfect English, Japanese and Mandarin. Despite what has been shown so far, I am an excellent fighter. My great-great-grandmother, Ko Lon taught me everything she could before she passed on. Kari was lucky that was all."
"Lucky! I could take you on any day of the week!"
Now children, no fighting in interludes! Kari, you had your chance, this is Si Cwan's turn. Now please go back to the buffet table, I think Shampoo added some ramen. Please continue Si Cwan.
"Why? I'm finished."
Okay, then could you get your sister it's her turn.
"Mei-Lin, your turn at torture!"
(pouting) I'm not that bad. Though…
"I here!"
Mei-Lin! Good.
"I Mei-Lin, am thirteen. Amazon tribe member, very high standing. I born in America but raised in China. Si Cwan is older brother. Am very proud of him. I speak English very good, but not so Japanese, but learning! Like Kari very much, glad she marry Si Cwan. No girl at home could beat him, it good he find strong female."
Yes well, thank you Mei-Lin. You can go back now. Are the Habikis here yet?
"We're here! We're here!"
Ukyo! Where have you been?
"Mika saw a rabbit."
Ahh. Well glad you found her so quickly. Mika you're up.
"Up where?"
(Why me?) Next to introduce your self.
"Why would I do that?"
Because, there are a lot of characters in this, and this way they can be straightened out. Besides it was easier than doing family trees. And funnier too.
"I don't get it but okay. I'm Mika Habiki, and I'm fifteen. Well almost sixteen really. I'm the oldest child of Ryoga and Ukyo Habiki. I have my father's strength and got his really cool umbrella. I have this little problem with directions and generally carry supplies in my backpack just in case. I'm a really good cook and I also have a portable grill with a bunch of mini-spatulas. Our family dog, Sadie generally comes with me if I go to the store, so I can get home again. I was engaged to that brat, Taki but my Daddy fixed that! He's the coolest!"
(pushing Mika along) That's good enough, I think they get the picture. Keiichi! You're next.
"I'm Keiichi Habiki and I'm thirteen. I know I don't look it, but I'm really strong but I prefer increasing my speed and flexibility. My mom's taught me a lot, mostly 'cause we were together a lot. When both your father and sister get lost on a daily basis, in your own house, you spend time with the one who doesn't move. I'm a decent chef, and throw mean spatula. I don't have to mention anything else do I?"
No Keiichi, that's all they need to know at this point. Why don't you go eat, before the foods all gone?
"Thanks!"
Okay I believe that's everyone. I hope this…Yes? What is it?
"I haven't gone yet."
Well you haven't been in the story yet; you might confuse people.
"Please?"
Damn, you're too cute. All right, I may regret this but go ahead.
"Yeah! Hi I'm Michelle! I'm twelve and my best friend is Makoto! She's so cool! My parents are totally insane, so her family looks really normal to me. I'm one of Mr. Saotome students, though I'm just a beginner. I haven't been in the story yet but I will soon! Makoto can't be without me!"
Um, yeah, you should probably mention your parents.
"Don't want to! They'll figure it out if they want to. I have to go find Mako now!"
Bye-bye. Well that does it, all major characters that have shown up or will show up. Though any character in the series is fair game and might pop up. I have all published English translations of Ranma ½ mangas so I have research materials! I'll try to post a real chapter soon.
