Kodachi, the Black Rose


 * This articles is about the manga chapter called "Kodachi, the Black Rose". For the character known by this name see: Kodachi Kuno.

Kodachi, the Black Rose is the 17th chapter of the Ranma ½ manga. It is also the first chapter of the Martial Arts Rhythmic Gymnastics Arc.

Cast in Order of Appearance

 * Ranma Saotome (female)
 * Kodachi Kuno (debut)
 * Akane Tendo
 * Ranma Saotome (male)
 * Ryoga Hibiki (P-chan)
 * Soun Tendo
 * Ryoga Hibiki (human)

Trivia

 * This chapter features the debut of what will become a running gag in the series of characters with Jusenkyo curses jumping into a bath, while Soun is in it, and walking out back in their human forms.
 * This chapter features a rather rare case in the manga of a character other than Ranma in his female form providing Fan service. This is shown as in one panel Kodachi's underwear is clearly visible.