Ep 16. Byakko, the White Tiger

In Yu Yu Hakusho season 1 episode 16, titled "Byakko, the White Tiger," Yusuke and his team continue their journey through the Maze Castle, fighting through various challenges and obstacles. They soon encounter Byakko, one of the Four Saint Beasts, who is guarding the next gate they need to pass.

Byakko takes on Kuwabara in a one-on-one battle, with Kuwabara initially struggling against the powerful tiger's attacks. However, he soon discovers Byakko's weakness: his overwhelming hunger, which he uses to his advantage by tricking Byakko into eating a large amount of food and becoming too heavy to fight.

Meanwhile, Yusuke and Kurama continue on to the next gate, where they encounter some unexpected challenges of their own. As they attempt to retrieve an important key, they are attacked by a powerful, shape-shifting demon and must work together to overcome him.

Back with Kuwabara and Byakko, the tables turn as Byakko reveals a new, more powerful form and unleashes his full strength against Kuwabara. However, Kuwabara refuses to give up and manages to tap into his own inner strength, allowing him to defeat Byakko and claim victory for his team.

As the episode comes to a close, Yusuke, Kuwabara, and Kurama reach the final gate and prepare to face off against the last of the Four Saint Beasts. With their skills and teamwork put to the test, the fate of their journey hangs in the balance.