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Site Index/FAQ "Ah...so, you are lost about the content of this site, hmmm? It is forgivable. Such creatures that have not a tenth of the intellect of the mighty Tatewaki Kunou, rising star of the fencing world, are expected to be as foolish as mere newborn babes. But come - ask all the questions you like and I will use all in my power to answer them. You are lucky, for if that devious Nabiki Tendo had not made me sign that insidious fine-print contract for those pictures of my wonderful pig-tailed goddess, I would not be here gracing your presence. 'Indentured Servant', indeed. Hmph." So what's exactly in this site, anyway? Pah! Had you not paid attention to what was said in the Ranma 1/2 Library Main page? But methinks you want me to go into greater detail. Truly, there are many sections to visit, but the main focus of the Ranma 1/2 Library has always been information about all things Ranma 1/2. Be thankful I have this detailed pamphlet in my hand, peasants. It shows a more in-depth breakdown of everything on this site. Here. Take a look: Ranma 1/2 Library Overview What's Ranma 1/2? A short introduction to the series, and how it all started. Some information about Rumiko Takahashi, Ranma 1/2's creator, and a short detailed summary of the first story, "Here's Ranma!" Cast of Ranma 1/2 A large menu, divided by association, of the characters in Ranma 1/2, along with links to in-depth profiles about each character. Cursed Springs The Jusenkyo Guide lays out and describes each of the Cursed Springs of Jusenkyo, and who was affected by them Martial Arts Find the description of your favorite Ranma 1/2 martial arts technique here, along with a breakdown of each characters' fighting strengths and weaknesses Places and Things Tells you about the different places and objects in the Ranma 1/2 universe. Sorted alphabetically for easy access. Synopses - Anime Short synopses of the Ranma 1/2 video collection can be found here. Designed to give you general idea of what happens so that one is encouraged to acquire the tapes and see them for themselves. Synopses - Manga Short synopses of the Ranma 1/2 manga (comic) collection can be found here. Divided up into volumes for faster loading, using Viz GN system. Covers Viz releases only - for 38 volume summaries of original collection, go inside for information. Voice Actors Find out who plays the characters behind the scenes, through their short profiles. Includes Japanese and North American cast list. Merchandise A growing list of the Ranma 1/2 Merchandise out there, along with estimated price ranges for said items. A list of online distributors of Ranma 1/2 (and other anime) merchandise is also included. Pictures This page has plenty of pictures and images of all the Ranma 1/2 characters for easy downloading Sounds The Ranma 1/2 Library Sounds section has clips of your favorite Ranma 1/2 characters to download, in WAV format. These voices are copyright of Shogakukan/Kitty and Viz. Music This section of the Ranma 1/2 Library has a lot of your favorite Ranma 1/2 songs ready to be downloaded, in MIDI, WAV, and MP2 formats Lyrics After you drop by the music section of the Ranma 1/2 Library, stop by in the lyrics section to pick up the accompanying lyrics of your favorite Ranma 1/2 songs Emulators/Games The "Ranma 1/2 Games" page of the Ranma 1/2 Library has information and FAQ's on the many video games based on Ranma 1/2. Includes a small number of Ranma 1/2 game ROMS and the Emulators needed to run them. Fanfiction The "Ranma 1/2 Library Fanfiction Archive" has original works and stories written in the Ranma 1/2 world, by Ranma 1/2 fans. New Contributions are always welcome Links The "Ranma 1/2 Links" page will point you to other pages on the Net with Ranma on them. Divided into sections based on content. Vote! Vote for your favorite Ranma 1/2 character, favorite fiancee for Ranma, etc. ^_^ Vote now! Four topics to vote on. Ranma ML Find out some information on the Ranma 1/2 Mailing List, including, mission, history, and joining instructions. Message Board Leave a quickie message or question for me about Ranma 1/2 at my message board, the Virtual Ranma-verse, or post something Ranma-related in general. Regulars of the Ranma 1/2 Library are also welcome to convene and post discussions about Ranma 1/2 here. Voting Results Find out the results of the voting survey so far in all four category's. Organized by Rank and Percentage of Votes Too Much Ranma? Add to the next month's upcoming list by filling out the Suggestion Box/Voting Form. Different Character or theme featured every month. Organizations This page shows you which Ranma and Anime organizations the Ranma 1/2 Library is a part of. This includes clubs, web rings, etc. It also shows some small amount of awards the page has attained. Author's Notes Find out current updates made to the page, and read a reflection and a note to visitors from the Maintainer of the Ranma 1/2 Library, yours truly, Frank Sanchez How often is this site updated? Certainly I must at least show some respect for Frank as he updates this site very frequently. He likes to keep up on the latest information surrounding that cretin Saotome and everyone else, so most of his updates will be..how does it go..'uploaded'? Yes, that is the term. Most of his updates wil be uploaded every couple of days or so. At the most, Frank will not let his site go un-revised or un-added to for more than a week. It may be surprising, given the frequency of updates, but my temporary "supervisor" has a real life outside this page. Juggling his academics, love life, friendships, as well as earning moneys (no doubt to waste on more of the stylings of a foul sorcerer like Saotome) is most difficult. If I want to submit a fanfic, what do I need to include? Any criteria? Unbelievable! You wish to actually submit one of your barely literate works to the site? To think that Frank actually _refused_ a treasured copy of "The Memoirs of the Blue Thunder - A Humble Warrior is Born", my personal work - and _you_ think you can do better? Very well! As ants try to futilely climb over any obstacle, so shall you. To submit a fanfic, one must meet the following criteria, and send this in an email to Frank: -title of work, along with text (of course) -name of author, or pseudonym -contact email address -one paragraph description of the fic -any other pages that post your work Frank will not accept those literary works called....lemons? What are those? Well, at any rate, he doesn't accept them since it is against his provider's policy to put such...questionable..material on his site. Also, Frank rejects poorly written fiction. Of course, he _claims_ that doesn't happen that often, but refusing the pennings of Tatewaki Kunou must say something about his taste. What if there's something not on this page, or a mistake, or some other question I need answered? If for some reason the site is flawed in any way, or you need a question answered, it is in your best interest to mail Frank immediately. You can also Fill in the Feedback Form or leave a message at the Ranma 1/2 Library Discussion Board. The one thing he does not want you to do is ask those questions while signing the Guestbook. Frank does not look at the Guestbook unless he needs an ego-boost, and questions are lost in there, with the amount of people that sign in every day. I want more __Fill-in-the-blank-which-is-usually-'pictures'__!! Hmm. As you can see, I, Tatewaki Kunou, oftimes known as the Blue Thunder of Furinkan High, also want more. I wish I had more opportunity to showcase my incredible singing skills, as shown on the left photo. But alas, 'tis not to be, since I think of more practical things...such as winning _both_ Akane Tendo and the Pig-Tailed Girl! BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA..! Ahem. Where was I. Oh yes. With regards to wanting more of this or that, it is fairly intelligent to assume Frank is working on it already, but feel free to endlessly nag at his infinite patience anyway. The most common "improvement" Frank has gotten is to have "more pics" on his page. If it's more pictures in the image archive, _that_, ladies and gentlemen, is very justified. Indeed, I would probably marry that manipulative, snake-tongued trickster Nabiki Tendo before Frank decides to stop being lazy and upload more pictures to his image archive - that is how unlikely it will be, at least ...hmmm..how do they say it in the strange tongue...ah! I have it!....IMNSHO. I keep being assured this is coming soon, though. However, if "more pics" refers to putting more on the actual pages itself (I have heard that Frank has even gotten requests to place "full screen pics" on the page to "make it better"), then, like I, Frank thinks of more practical things. He argues thusly, and many times have I heard him drone on and on about this particular issue: People come to the Ranma 1/2 Library mostly for the information, right? Not to see a bunch of pretty pictures hung all over the place. He has nothing against beautiful design - in fact, he is looking for more ways to aesthetically improve his site's look - however, large, or multiple pictures do not a web page make, in his opinion. Multiple pics on a page slow load time (whatever that is), take up server space (surely, do you not think this is babble? I do not understand what a "server" is, unless it is Sasuke), and if large, take away or distract from the important information. Frank only puts them on as a nice artistic touch, and certainly he feels that he has enough on his pages already (excluding his character profiles, which are severely lacking in, among other things like minor character photos, pictures of my immortal and legendary greatness). If you wish to argue the point with him, you can make your exchange over email in this strange tongue whenever you want. What's going to be added to the Ranma 1/2 Library in the future? There is much Frank is considering about his page, which he does think about improving. Right now the main projects involve reconstructing the music page as well as making a frames version (again that strange language) of his page. He is also considering revamping the martial arts section and putting in a full 38 volume summary as well as a continuity timeline of events. At least, that is whatever it says on the script I am to be reading at the moment. What fools these mortals be! He also says to check back continuously at the Author's Notes page for the latest developments. So, Kunou, you're involved with KFC? What's that? Ah yes, KFC. One of the greatest organizations in the history of man. Verily, I am flattered - it almost brings a tear to my noble eyes... So what's the 13 Secret Spices and Herbs? How _dare_ you imply that I am associated with such a place as...as....Kentucky Fried Chicken! Have you lost what is left of your puny mind, cretins? KFC stands for Kunou's Fan Club, and it is run by a friend of Frank's, Laura-chan. You would do well to visit the page, for then you will be educated, instead of daring to mistake a glorious organization such as KFC for a place which makes horribly spicy, yet annoyingly addicting fried chicken! If you do not wish to be smited thusly, you would do well to Go back to the Ranma 1/2 Library main page and begin exploring..! I may even smite thee for being insolent...... What? Nabiki Tendo?! What are you doing here?!.... I am not allowed to smite the web surfers? Surfers? Speak sense, woman, I see no waves here. No, I'm _not_ in 'breach of contract'...I only wish to mete out due punishment to those who deserve it....what do you _mean_ I'm done with my job?! I am the Blue Thunder, Tatewaki Kunou, rising star of the kendo world, future love to- hey, that's my bla- *BAP* Return to the Main page of the Ranma 1/2 Library ⌐ 1998 by Frank Sanchez This page last updated on August 11, 1998