Ranma Saotome

A teenage martial artist trained in the Anything-Goes School of Martial Arts. After falling into a cursed spring in China, Ranma transforms into a girl whenever splashed with cold water and changes back with hot water. Confident, stubborn, and highly skilled, Ranma struggles with both rivals and complicated relationships—especially with Akane.

Soun Tendo

The head of the Tendo household and longtime friend of Genma Saotome. Soun is a martial artist and the father of Kasumi, Nabiki, and Akane. Emotional and dramatic, he dreams of uniting the Tendo and Saotome families through marriage.

Kasumi Tendo

The eldest Tendo sister. Kind, gentle, and patient, Kasumi manages the household and often acts as the calm center of the family. She is warm-hearted and caring, though sometimes absent-minded.

Nabiki Tendo

The middle Tendo sister. Clever, sarcastic, and business-minded, Nabiki often uses her intelligence to manipulate situations for profit or amusement. Despite her teasing nature, she cares about her family in her own way.

Akane Tendo

The youngest Tendo sister and Ranma’s fiancée. Akane is tough, athletic, and strong-willed, with a fierce temper and a strong sense of justice. Although she frequently clashes with Ranma, the two gradually develop a deep bond.

Genma Saotome

Ranma’s father and a master martial artist. Like Ranma, Genma was cursed during training in China and turns into a giant panda when splashed with cold water. He is lazy, selfish, and often causes problems, but he genuinely wants Ranma to become stronger.

Ryoga Hibiki

Ranma’s rival and one of the series’ strongest fighters. Ryoga suffers from an extreme lack of direction and constantly gets lost. After falling into another cursed spring, he transforms into a small black pig with cold water. Though intimidating in battle, he is emotional, loyal, and secretly in love with Akane.