Let's go to the field of sea with the tailwind
Raise the sails high up in the sky
We're adventurers who have the same hearts
Much faster and at full speed
I will manage to catch any waves
Go over the clouds and go under the rainbow, our world will be there
Yahoo! Let's give a cheer and go!
To far and away
Yahoo! We will just stay on this road that leads to what's beyond this sea
"Ryozanpaku"
Please, Elder!
Please teach me a killer technique!
Oh, that's what you wanted to say.
"Ryozanpaku" Oh, that's what you wanted to say.
"Ryozanpaku" Martial artists have killer techniques like the "Ultimate Whatever Fist!"
"Ryozanpaku" or "Super Ultra Kick!" or "Achoo! Uchoo! Uchoo-choo-choo-choo!" right?
Or "Super Ultra Kick!" or "Achoo! Uchoo! Uchoo-choo-choo-choo!" right?
I may not be that great, but I'm still a martial artist!
So lately I've been thinking that I should have at least one killer technique.
Well. A finishing technique isn't something that you are taught
but is something you hammer out yourself.
It's something that's created as a result of identifying and pursuing one's own traits.
You should start by determining what kind of fighter you are.
I see! My own traits as a martial artist, huh?
"Ryozanpaku" I see! My own traits as a martial artist, huh?
"Ryozanpaku" All right then! I'll start intensive training by myself tomorrow!
"Ryozanpaku"
Intensive training by himself?
As I thought, he can't do anything without me.
A killer technique...
I'll come up with a killer technique of my own, by me, for me alone!
You haven't changed. You're still stupid.
Hm?
Even if you struggle by yourself, there's no way you can come up with something, right?
Wh-Who's there?!
Ah! You are! Renka Ma-san?!
How did you know this place?
I got Uncle Hakubi drunk and got him to tell me.
How do you do? I'm Renka Ma, Kensei Ma's daughter.
I've been looking for my father while living with my uncle.
I see... So you're Kensei's daughter. I'm glad to see you.
But I'm happy, Kenichi... that you remember me.
H-How could I forget you?
Yes. Aside from the Chinese martial arts Master Ma teaches me,
I'm learning karate, jujitsu and Muay Thai boxin...
Focus on one thing at a time, you wishy-washy man!
- Don't learn Chinese martial arts in your spare time! How rude! - Forgive me!
I'll go get Master Ma... I mean your father.
There's no need of that.
Hm?
Where're you going, Dad?
Forgive me, Renka. Your father doesn't want to go back to China yet.
I'll tell Mom about this place!
W-W-W-W-Wait. Not that! D-Don't tell your mom! Anyone but her!
You forced Phoenix Virtuous Martial Arts League and its 100,000 pupils in China onto Mom and my younger brother.
Just how long are you planning to goof around, Dad?!
I'm not goofing around!
I'm training the mightiest disciple together with everyone at Ryozanpaku!
How can you call a guy like that the mightiest?!
A guy like that?!
Well, I do agree that he's been trained in a peculiar manner, though.
P-Peculiar?
What is it?
What's going on?
What?! She's Kensei's daughter?!
How do you do? I'm Renka.
I'd heard that you had children.
But when I actually see her, I can't imagine you gave birth to her.
The one who gave birth was her mom.
Apapapa... Apa! She doesn't resemble you that much.
She isn't bald, nor does she have a mustache.
This is my daughter we're talking about.
Do you intend to bring Master Ma back to China no matter what, Renka-san?
Yes. And as long as you're his first disciple,
I'm going to take you back to China, too, Kenichi!
What?! No way!
Pardon me.
A-A-A-A-At any rate, this has nothing to do with me!
Sorry to tell you this, but I'm not going to leave Ryozanpaku!
Well then, excuse me. I have to go come up with a killer technique.
What's this feeling?
"Thump. Thump. Thump. Thump." What's this feeling?
"Thump. Thump. Thump. Thump."
Dad, I'm changing my plan. We're postponing our return to China.
Whoa!
Instead, I'm going to live here, too, for a while.
What?!
"Ryozanpaku"
My own traits as a martial artist...
I wonder how I can discover them.
Worrying about it by yourself only makes you fall into a deeper hole.
What?
Why don't we try sparring training? You might notice something.
Yeah, that's right. But you know, you might notice something surprising about yourself
if you try it with someone different from usual.
Hmm, I see. There's some truth in that.
Right?
Ah... but really, I'm used to training with Miu-san, so...
That's okay. If you have a new training partner, I'm going now.
Ants! Ants!
What is this feeling I'm having?!
Everyone! Dinner's ready!
Whoa. We're having sea breams tonight? What a feast!
Apa!
Yes. Ma-san and Renka-san...
...no matter the circumstances, a father and his daughter have been reunited.
This calls for a celebration.
Ow, ow, ow...
I'm sorry, Kenichi. You hit my breasts with your palm,
so out of reflex I hit you back without thinking.
You must've been holding back on purpose, Renka.
Miu-san, isn't my fish somehow small? Rather, it's not even the same kind.
I'll give you mine. Open your mouth.
W-Well...
Miu-san! May I have another bowl of rice?
You've got a grain of rice on your face.
Here you go, Kenichi-san!
"One Grain" Here you go, Kenichi-san!
Th-Thanks for the dinner.
Was it too little?
Here's some rice, too. Open your mouth.
Oh no! I broke the rice scoop.
N-No, I'm already full.
"Disciple No. 1"
Miu-san was in a bad mood for some reason.
I wonder if she possibly doesn't like me being with Renka-san.
In any case, I'm having so much trouble concentrating, it's scary.
I have no choice. I didn't want to use this, but...
Under these circumstances, I have nothing to lose, so...
"Killer Techniques That Even A Monkey Can Create" Under these circumstances, I have nothing to lose, so...
"Killer Techniques That Even A Monkey Can Create" Daigakkan's "How to" series!
"No more losses" "You can master any technique!!" Daigakkan's "How to" series!
My Masters will kill me if they find out that I'm still reading books like this.
But when I read books, I somehow feel calm.
What kind of book?
What's that? What book did you just hide?
Nothing! It's nothing!
Boys your age would have at least one book of that sort, right?
She thinks it's a dirty book!
Well, I guess it's better than being looked down on as a martial artist.
Let me see it!
- Just a little! - No!
Why did I act like that? I should apologize to Kenichi-san.
No, Kenichi! Where are you touching?!
What?! You did it on your own.
Apachai-san, would you like a late-night snack?
Yaay!
I'm gonna eat it... to destroy the evidence!
At any rate, you're mysterious, Kenichi.
What?
You don't have much talent. So even though you're surrounded by great masters,
it must've required extraordinary effort to acquire your current level of ability.
What on earth was the reason for you to start learning martial arts?
Why don't you think of quitting when you become covered in cuts and bruises?
I guess I was influenced by someone.
Someone?
Yes.
She alone stood up to the evil that everyone was turning a blind eye to.
She showed neither hesitation nor fear.
She acted as if it was nothing out of the ordinary.
When I saw her fighting like a feather dancing in the wind,
I felt like something had exploded inside me.
Perhaps I admired her... very strongly.
The reason I was able to come this far without quitting is...
because one day, even though it'll probably take a long time, I definitely want to become
a martial artist that's strong enough to protect her... I think.
Maybe it didn't make much sense to you?
Right, it made no sense at all.
Apa.
"Disciple No. 1" Apa.
"Disciple No. 1" I left one. Bring it to Kenichi.
"Disciple No. 1"
Ah... Renka-san.
We'd better get away.
You happened to be the one who he met first. That's all.
Ahh... it's scary! It's scary!
What? Do you wanna fight? That's fine. I'll take you on any time.
Okay, kitty, kitty. You're so cute.
Miu Furinji has a soft spot for cats.
What did you make me do that for?!
That's what I wanna say!
You're such an annoying woman!
Even if cats roar, they're still cats.
Humph!
The book I ate gave me food poisoning. My stomach hurts.
I can't train like this!
Hmm... This is a problem.
If we don't do something, our disciple will get killed.
It hurts! My stomach hurts!
I've never thought about what kind of fighter I am,
so I can't figure out where I should start at all.
But I'll never give up. Practice will never betray me!
I've been watching you all this time and this is what I think.
There's one thing that's lacking for your killer technique training.
If you want me to tell you what it is, come with me to a certain place tomorrow.
Could it be a secret training?!
What's lacking for my training... you said?
That's right. It's... a break! A break!
Please let me train.
"Matsue Park"
What's the matter, Kenichi? Let's try that slide!
Somehow I feel like I'm getting further from my killer technique.
This serves you right, big forehead! I'm gonna quickly get close to Kenichi.
No one will be in my way here.
Hey! What took you two so long?
What?!
Oh? I didn't know you all were here.
Apa!
I came, too!
Wh-Why?!
Oh? You invited us, right? Ma-san said that he's treating us today.
I invited you? Dad's treating?
I put a radio device in this. I asked Mr. Rat to do it.
I won't let you become happy by yourself.
What parent would put all his effort into keeping his daughter from becoming happy?!
I'm trying to teach you that you can't gain happiness so easily.
Well then, we'll start your training now.
- Yes sir! - Don't start!
Koetsuji-sensei, Kenichi needs a break, too.
I know. We took time to come to a pool today. We'll just do light training.
Ugh! I'm sinking! Why a weight?!
This is a Japanese traditional swimming style called treading water.
What's light about that?
Well, the weight is still light.
This is dangerous. Don't try this at home, boys and girls.
If you can float at chest height, that means you've mastered it.
I'm sinking!
Next!
D-Don't tell me... I'll...
Climb up. It'll train your back and legs like crazy.
It's impossible.
It's not impossible. Miu!
Yes.
You go on ahead and climb.
Okay.
I'm going first! Move, you stupid disciple!
Shut up, you baldy old geezer! You don't need training, do you?!
This is nothing!
She's too fast. It won't be a feast for the eyes like this!
Ready? 100 laps in the 50m pool while doing front-kicks.
M-My legs feel heavy.
Ah! Hey, Kenichi! Let's play!
As expected, training in a different environment is good.
Yeah. Habits are something to fear.
Kenichi!
A new environment is a good way to help you realize your traits.
Look at that loincloth girl! She's climbing the waterfall!
That looks fun.
Hm? Those two... If I remember correctly...
I... I can't move any more.
Are you all right?
Hey, Miu! I'm the one who's supposed to look after Kenichi!
At least try to be considerate!
I said considerate, not concentrate!
Hm? That's Ryu and Shokatsu from Uncle Hakubi's place.
Darn! Trouble's shown up. Not just one, but two of them!
Hey, I think you know, but...
Yeah, of course, I won't hold back. If we do, we'll be beaten up.
They must've found out that I went to Ryozanpaku.
We've been ordered to bring her back even if we have to drag her.
Right!
Oh yeah!
Come with me, Miu.
Ah...
This is bad. The fact is, the Chinese mafia is here.
What?
Since Uncle Hakubi is always being targeted,
the mafia may be trying to capture me to make deals with him.
You're not getting away.
We'd like you to come with us, Miss Renka.
Not too shabby.
I don't really want to fight since my bathing suit is tight.
If you try to get in our way, we'll show no mercy.
I'll leave the rest to you. Those guys're quite good so it won't be easy.
This is it for you.
Kenichi-san!
If you lay a hand on Miu-san, I'll make you pay!
To see him not being sent flying when attacked by those two at the same time!
Back and leg strength is important for all martial arts
and his strength in those areas is incredible!
I don't know who you are, but you seem to have some ability.
My name is Genson Ryu of Tanglangquan.
I'm Kouan Shokatsu of Chuojiao. Here I come!
Kenichi Shirahama, disciple No. 1 of Ryozanpaku! I will take you on!
I can fight now, but oh well.
Go, Kenichi-san!
Kenichi seems to be having fun! Looks like he made some friends.
What? Really?
They are Uncle Hakubi's disciples.
They must've come to take Renka back.
Oh, Hakubi-dono's disciples? Well then, let's see who's better, them or our disciple.
Be careful, Kenichi! The essence of Chuojiao, which Shokatsu uses,
is its ever-changing kicks! He'll punch and kick at the same time!
Tee Sok Trong!
Experience firsthand the dreadfulness of Chuojiao!
- This is nothing! - C-Can't be!
Take this!
What incredible leg power! To see that is the result of his training.
It's only natural...
You bastard! How dare you beat Kouan!
...because ever since Ken-chan came to Ryozanpaku,
"Rock" ...because ever since Ken-chan came to Ryozanpaku,
"Rock" we've had most of his training focus on strengthening his lower body
as it's the foundation of martial arts.
He's fast!
Watch out for his upper and lower body combination attacks!
You fall with me!
That's a dirty trick!
This is why he should've worn a loincloth.
Indeed.
Tsk! The water resistance hinders my attacks!
Dammit! The water resistance doesn't bother him!
That leg strength is inhuman!
This is amazing! He's like a different person from his usual self!
Why on earth is he so... Ah!
Kenichi-san...
I want to become a martial artist one day that's strong enough to protect her...
If I block his legs!
I can't breathe!
You wimp!
What?!
Fight on land! Are you guys goldfish or what?!
Did you see that?!
What an amazing attraction! Somehow today's Matsue Park is a bit different from usual!
"Matsue Park" What an amazing attraction! Somehow today's Matsue Park is a bit different from usual!
"Matsue Park" We saw a loincloth girl who climbs up the waterfall, too!
"Matsue Park"
"Ryozanpaku"
So that's what it was about. So Hakubi-san asked you to bring back Renka-san.
I assumed that you were the mafia.
I'm really sorry.
You don't have to apologize. It was Uncle Hakubi's fault to send in hot-blooded guys.
Sorry that my daughter caused you trouble.
Hey, Renka. If you're infatuated with pools and stuff,
we'll soon catch up with you as we train martial arts day in and day out.
Now now, Genson.
But, although Master Hakubi told us that common sense
doesn't work for Ryozanpaku, I was a little surprised.
At any rate, please come back, Miss.
Otherwise Master Hakubi will cause us more trouble.
What? Again?
That's right. Ever since you left, he gets drunk and vents
his anger on the mafia. We just can't handle him.
Renka... I miss you.
How formidable the Ma Family is.
Ahh, okay, I get it. Seriously, Uncle is hopeless without me.
She's a kind person.
Renka, let's go.
Kenichi, you've already gotten a killer technique.
You just haven't noticed it yet.
What? What do you mean?
You must've already used many of your special techniques in past fights.
It was the same when you were fighting those two.
But you're not conscious of it. That's why, I think, you haven't been able to construct
your fights in a way that you can use your special techniques.
In case your killer technique completes
and you become able to use it freely...
...protect me, too.
I'll back off today.
Come again, kitty.
You don't have to tell me! I'll come back!
Apa!
In past fights, huh?
I feel like I got a clue.
Renka-san! Thank you!
Excuse me, Shigure-san.
Why don't you wear a bathing suit when we go to a pool?
A loincloth is a little...
Such clothing is obscene.
What Shigure-don is saying makes sense.
It's true that the loincloth and bleached cotton cover more area.
I don't think it's a matter of covering a bigger area.
Knock it down with a high speed
Open a new path, run through it with the brand new days in your hand
Don't look back, get a chance
There is no choice but to go on step by step
Turn the pain into strength
Don't be afraid! Let's start from here
Go all out! You don't need a goal
With the passionate soul that soars through the sky, yeah, yeah
Come on, dance! Being ordinary isn't enough
Unlock your dream! It sure will be a bright tomorrow
That's right! Let it all hang out until you reach there
I've found out the whereabouts of the Seventh Greatest Fist, Thor.
Kenichi, we'll start it this time.
But I feel reluctant to start a fight myself.
Is it really okay to let the villainous Ragnarok be?
If you don't beat them now, it'll only spread the damage to good citizens.
Now, our hero is off to battle!
If you don't do it, who will?!
Okay, okay, I'll do it.
But what kind of guy is the Seventh Greatest Fist, Thor?