Yu Yu Hakusho (1992)

S2E13 Kurama's Stand

In the previous episode, Kurama found himself in dire straits as his arms and legs were encased in ice. However, he summoned his spirit energy through his hair to wield his rose whip, slicing Gama in half. Just before meeting his end, Gama warned Kurama that his blood had sealed his spirit energy, creating a troubling situation. Compounding the danger, Touya arrives eager to avenge his fallen comrade. As Gama's initial spell fades, Kurama is still immobilized and must dodge Touya's relentless attacks. In a desperate move, Kurama intentionally injures himself, implanting one of his death plant seeds within to use it as a weapon against Touya.