In Nerima, Japan, Soun Tendo (Genma’s longtime friend) informs his three daughters Kasumi (19), Nabiki (17), and Akane (16), that one of them is to marry Ranma (whom they have never met) to secure the future of the Tendo dojo. When a panda and a girl arrive in the Tendo house with a great crash, Soun believes Ranma is actually a woman and passes out. Ranma’s secret is later discovered by Akane; Ranma, regaining the appearance of a boy thanks to a hot bath, comes out of the tub just as Akane enters.

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For years, gender bender manga has been a popular genre, exploring themes such as identity, gender roles, and self-discovery. The 15 manga series on this list are among the best in the genre, with engaging characters, compelling storylines, and stunning artwork. Baraou no Souretsu is a one-of-a-kind gender bender manga series that reimagines the story of Richard III, England’s infamous king, as a tragic figure struggling with his gender identity. The plot follows Richard, a man born with a female body but who identifies as a man, as he rises to power and encounters political intrigue and betrayal. Each of them studies in a Japanese educational internship; Chiaki studies in elementary school, Kana in secondary elementary school, and Haruka in high school. Due to this several additional characters are presented during the episodes in which the main characters are during study hours. As for the gender-bending present in this anime, the character of Makoto is a crossdresser who plays a large role in the story. Kämpfer Manga is a popular Japanese comic book genre that has captivated audiences all over the world. Gender bender manga, in particular, has grown in popularity in recent years. These stories explore themes of gender identity and expression, with characters frequently transitioning from one gender to another.

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So after Logan’s death by adamantium coating in the 2014 “Death of Wolverine” story arc, it seemed only fitting that X-23 took up her mentor’s mantle, costume and codename to continue the Wolverine legacy in “All-New Wolverine.” The resulting comics have been gritty, fast-paced and full to bursting with the all-out action and angst we associate with everyone’s favourite clawed Canadian. Although it’s not infeasible that Marvel will find a way to resurrect Logan, which may see X-23 stepping aside, Tom Taylor and David Lopez deserve a lot of credit for making this gender transition so successful. These amazing works not only show how deep this theme goes in the medium, but they also give a fascinating look at the many different sides of identity, change, and self-discovery.

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However, she was defeated by Heroes who opposed her ferocity, and her ambition was brought to an end. Minenami Ryou is the author and illustrator of the manga series Hatsukoi Zombie. The serialisation of the series began in Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine in 2015 and ended in 2019 with 131 chapters collected into 17 volumes. The show has also spawned an anime series and a live-action television drama.

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However, her performance with the mech is poor. That’s until the sun goes down and she is turned into a lecherous man who can even handle one of the most powerful spells ever known. Other travelers soon join them as Maze tries to protect Mill and finds out what she is doing in this fantasy world. This gender bender manga revolves around the life of the title character Mei Haruna, an effeminate young boy who was raised by his witch mother as a girl, and always thought of himself as female. Accidental Centaurs is Exactly What It Says on the Tin - two scientists become centaurs after an exploding teleporter sends them to a world where centaurs are real and humans are mythical. Other transformations ensue, usually at the behest of a tame genie, and a crossover with The Wotch ended with one of the main characters getting some of her powers... and the same basic move. Exiern is the story of a barbarian adventurer turned into a woman by a sorcerer's spell gone awry. Hilarity and Fan Service ensue in equal measure, as well as other characters transforming in various ways. The sub-comic Dark Reflections takes the same plot and spins it around as a What If the hero didn't save the princess in time. In this version the gender-changed hero/heroine ends up mind-controlled by the Big Bad and becomes his bimbo Dragon. Aya Kanno wrote and illustrated Baraou no Souretsu, which was serialised in Monthly Princess from 2013 to 2021. Baraou no Souretsu is a must-read for anyone interested in gender bender manga, with its unique take on a classic story and powerful exploration of gender identity. 10. Hourou Musuko (Wandering Son)

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The Beast Legion is completely built on the concept of transformation & magic. Most of the characters have their own pieces of armore called 'Beast Transfers' that allow them to turn into Mystical beasts with Awesome powers.Despite him being found out, and after some helpful intervening of the perverted student council president, the principal of the school decides that he can stay at the school. Hatsukoi Zombie’s artwork is also a highlight of the series, with detailed character designs, expressive facial expressions, and dynamic action scenes. The series is notable for its use of visual metaphors and symbolism to convey the characters’ emotional struggles. Setona Mizushiro wrote and illustrated Houkago Hokenshitsu, which was serialised in Melody from 2004 to 2007. Houkago Hokenshitsu is a must-read for anyone interested in gender bender manga, with its unique blend of genres and thought-provoking themes. 7. Ranma 1/2

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There have literally been dozens (if not hundreds) of manga titles (mostly hentai) using gender swaps as the central dramatic (and pornographic) device. So many of them have been based on a Freaky Friday Flip caused by two characters either banging heads or falling down the stairs together that these two plot devices have become recognizable (and lampshaded) manga tropes in their own right. Most of these titles were never translated or exported to the west, but a more or less representative selection can be found here.

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The student Saki Uno and her sandpit friend Sakuyo Mikage from the idol duo “Magical Twin”. Although they have their own manager in Konami Yamo, they have had no success. This is also due to the fact that especially Saki can neither sing nor dance well.