Did the artist have a stroke?
New friend, Norl Orful looks exactly like the first friend, Ted. Same eyebrows, same hairstyle, same eyes. The only difference may be height. Why would the artist do this?
Would have made more sense for his new spirit to be from a dying master or something.
I fail to understand how someone from the modern world could provide more insight and strength into martial arts.
What about the car crash? Your family? Loved ones? Your old life? What about being thrust into a completely different life styles with no cell phones or any modern tech?
Being in a magical world is cool and all, but it takes some time getting used to.