Rurouni Kenshin

January. 10,1996      TV-14
Rating:
8.5
Trailer Synopsis

The Meiji Era was one of great renewal for Japan, where swords and killing were outlawed. However, many survivors from the time of Revolution still live, lurking in the shadows and waiting for a chance to use their killing blades again. Only Kenshin Himura, formerly one of the most brutal of killers, hopes to keep his swordsman's honor and still live in the new era.

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Seasons 3 : 1997

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Episode 1 - The Legend of the Fireflies
October. 14,1997

Back at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.

Episode 2 - The Birth of Prince Yahiko
October. 28,1997

After stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.

Episode 3 - Find the Lost Treasure!
November. 04,1997

Sanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.

Episode 4 - Kaoru, Ecstatic
November. 11,1997

After Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.

Episode 5 - The Gleaming Blade of Legends
November. 18,1997

Alerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.

Episode 6 - The Medallion of Destiny
November. 25,1997

In an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.

Episode 7 - To the Battlefield of Shimabara
December. 02,1997

As Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.

Episode 8 - Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen
December. 09,1997

When neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.

Episode 9 - Kaoru's Conspiracy
December. 16,1997

Though blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.

Episode 10 - The Days of Remorse
January. 06,1998

Along with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.

Episode 11 - The Sneering Demon
January. 13,1998

Sir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.

Episode 12 - Sanosuke's Tears
January. 20,1998

As Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.

Episode 13 - The Last Crusade
January. 27,1998

As Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.

Episode 14 - Bon Voyage
February. 03,1998

Following Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.

Episode 15 - Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?
February. 10,1998

When the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.

Episode 16 - Crush!
February. 17,1998

When Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.

Episode 17 - Kaishu-Katsu and Kenshin
February. 24,1998

Kaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.

Episode 18 - The Unending Revolution
March. 03,1998

As Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.

Episode 19 - Conspiracy of the Beniaoi
March. 10,1998

Despite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.

Episode 20 - Kaishu-Katsu's Determination
April. 14,1998

Though Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.

Episode 21 - Yutaro Returns
April. 21,1998

With his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.

Episode 22 - The Sanada Ninja Squad
May. 05,1998

When a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.

Episode 23 - A Straying Journey
May. 19,1998

Using the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.

Episode 24 - A Heatwave from Beneath the Earth
May. 26,1998

After surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.

Episode 25 - Schneider's Bet
June. 02,1998

After their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.

Episode 26 - The Two Guides
June. 09,1998

As he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.

Episode 27 - To My Angel Misao
June. 16,1998

As Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.

Episode 28 - Feng Shui Surprise Attack!
June. 23,1998

Following a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.

Episode 29 - The Magic of Feng Shui
July. 21,1998

As Kenshin learns of a battle between the Wind and Water families for control of the Ki, efforts to build a railroad are exposed as a Water clan plot to control Japan.

Episode 30 - Tokyo Under Martial Law
August. 04,1998

The Water family's efforts to gain control of the Ki have left Kaoru seriously wounded.

Episode 31 - The Enemy Awaits in Senjogahara
August. 18,1998

With help from the Wind family's leader, Kenshin saves Kaoru's life. But the Water family's quest to redirect the Ki and gain control of Japan moves ahead as planned.

Episode 32 - The Elegy of Wind and Water
September. 08,1998

With Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.

Seasons 2 : 1996

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