Ranma-Akane Relationship

This is a page describing the romantic relationship between Ranma Saotome and Akane Tendo, and hints of their relationship.

Ranma generally does not want to admit any affection for Akane, but at times he shows that he cares in some way. In these instances, he typically brushes the gesture off (i.e. saying that he didn't mean it, or didn't have a choice). This meets with two responses: If the gesture isn't an important one, Akane tends to become angry, frequently striking Ranma. When Ranma does something important and downplays it, Akane appears hurt.

Akane also avoids admitting to her feelings for Ranma, but her actions make them clear. She often becomes jealous in the face of challenges from other women (e.g. Shampoo or Ukyo).

Both Ranma and Akane privately fantasize about one another. They are also concerned when the other is hurt or possibly hurt.

At the end of the manga, Ramna and Akane still don't admit their feelings and almost get married.