Ep 3. P-Chan Explodes! The Icy Fountain Of Love! (3)
- TV14
- December 22, 1989
- 1380 min
P-Chan Explodes! The Icy Fountain Of Love! (3) is an episode from the second season of the anime series Ranma 1/2. The show, which blends martial arts, comedy, and romance, follows the story of a teenage boy named Ranma Saotome who, due to a curse, transforms into a girl when splashed with cold water and back into a boy when splashed with hot water.
In this episode, Ranma's pet piglet, P-Chan, has been acting strangely lately, and he seems to be developing romantic feelings for Akane Tendo, Ranma's fiancée. When Ranma discovers this, he is initially upset and jealous but eventually decides to help P-Chan win Akane's heart.
However, their plans go awry when P-Chan accidentally falls into an icy fountain that is said to grant true love to those who drink from it. The water's magical properties cause P-Chan to grow to a massive size, and he becomes even more infatuated with Akane, putting her in danger.
Ranma and his friends must find a way to reverse the effects of the fountain and save Akane from P-Chan's amorous advances. Along the way, they encounter several new characters, including a group of ice-skating bullies and a mysterious woman who seems to have a connection to the magical fountain.
The episode is filled with fast-paced action, lighthearted humor, and sweet romantic moments. It explores themes of jealousy, friendship, and the lengths that people will go to for love.
Overall, P-Chan Explodes! The Icy Fountain Of Love! (3) is an entertaining and enjoyable episode of Ranma 1/2 that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.