Episode 1
The Handsome Swordsman of Legend: A Man who Fights for Love
Jan 10, 1996
A mysterious wanderer known as Kenshin is taken at the Kamiya Kasshin Dojo, a martial arts school run by a young woman named Kaoru.
Episode 2
Kid Samurai: A Big Ordeal and a New Student
Jan 17, 1996
Following an encounter with a young pickpocket named Yahiko, Kaoru risks her own freedom to gain his from some local gangsters.
Episode 3
Swordsman of Sorrow: The Man Who Slays His Past
Jan 24, 1996
After reining in some renegade police officers, Kenshin is recognized as the Samurai whose bravery helped establish the Meiji Era and is asked to rejoin the army.
Episode 4
Bad! Introducing Sanosuke, Fighter-for-hire
Jan 31, 1996
Gohei enlists a vicious street-fighter known as Sanosuke to seek revenge against Kenshin. And even though Kenshin exposes Gohei's plan, Sanosuke makes it clear that the two of them will fight each other one day.
Episode 5
The Reverse-blade Sword vs. the Zanbatou: Beyond the Battle
Feb 7, 1996
After accepting Sanosuke's challenge, Kenshin encourages him to release his anger towards the corrupt Royalist forces.
Episode 6
The Appearance of Kurogasa: Visitor from the Shadows
Feb 14, 1996
With a ruthless ex-Samurai killing high ranking politicians, the Chief of Police asks Kenshin to catch him. But as Kenshin confronts the deadly Jin-nai Udo, Kaoru's efforts to stop the battle end with her kidnapping.
Episode 7
Deathmatch under the Moon! Protect the One You Love
Feb 21, 1996
After kidnapping Kaoru, the ruthless Jin-nai Udo draws Kenshin into the fight he's been seeking for years. Though Kenshin tries to resist, Jin-nai's powerful spell over Kaoru leaves him no other choice.
Episode 8
A New Battle! The Mysterious Beauty From Nowhere
Feb 28, 1996
When local gangsters threaten the life of a beautiful woman, Kenshin and Sanosuke step in to save her.
Episode 9
The Strongest Group of Ninjas: The Horrible Oniwaban Group
Mar 6, 1996
Though her medical knowledge has saved Yahiko's life, Sansosuke suspects Megumi of producing the opium responsible for a close friend's death.
Episode 10
Aoshi: Someone so Beautiful it's Frightening
Mar 13, 1996
Having pledged to save Megumi, the Peace Force must first take on a band of ruthless drug dealing mobsters. But when a rift inside the gang leads to a change in leadership, Kenshin must confront a fighter whose powers he's underestimated.
Episode 11
Farewell, the Strongest Men: The Clash of Light and Shadow
Apr 24, 1996
Kenshin defeats a local mob's most powerful fighter, only to then face a gang leader who's determined to spread powerful new guns across Japan.
Episode 12
Birth of a Boy Swordsman: The Battle of First Apprentice Yahiko
May 1, 1996
When a criminal gang threatens a young girl he loves, Yahiko seeks Kenshin's advice on how to defend her in a lopsided fight.
Episode 13
Strive for the Grand Championship: Toramaru's Sumo Battle Log!
May 8, 1996
After jealous harassment forces an aspiring young man out of a sumo wrestling school, Kaoru steps in to take over his training.
Episode 14
Save a Small Life: The Challenge of the Beautiful Doctor, Megumi
May 15, 1996
After a shady faith healer discredits her medical skills, Megumi's patients abandon her. And once a worried family panics and pays the phony shaman to heal their sick daughter, Megumi must intervene in order to save the young girl's life.
Episode 15
Assassination Group of Fire: Jinpuu Squad on the Run
May 22, 1996
A group radicals intent on assassinating political leaders attempt to recruit a local teacher into their cause. After finding that Heihachiro is a former foe who's now dedicated his life to helping children, Kenshin steps in to repel the assassins.
Episode 16
A Promise from the Heart: The Secret Technique of the Shiden Renga Blade
Jun 5, 1996
After saving Heihachiro's life, Kenshin sets out to stop the teacher's misguided former student from being used as a pawn in a game of political corruption.
Episode 17
Fly to Your Dreams: The Adventures of Marimo, the Human Bullet
Jun 12, 1996
Kenshin protects a circus ringmaster and his talented human cannonball daughter from the threats of a jealous competitor.
Episode 18
Run, Yahiko: Get the Reverse-blade Sword Back!
Jun 19, 1996
After stopping a restaurant robbery, Yahiko's boastfulness lands him in trouble with Kenshin's old foe, Gohei Hiruma. And once Yahiko agrees to a fight, Gohei uses the opportunity to steal Kenshin's Reverse Edged Sword.
Episode 19
Raijuta's Ambition: Dream of a Forbidden Kingdom
Jun 26, 1996
While on vacation at the home of Dr. Gensai's niece, Kenshin and company attracts the attention of a wealthy but arrogant boy who wants to learn the art of swordfighting.
Episode 20
Revival of the Shinko Style: The Technique Which Heralds a Storm
Jul 10, 1996
Though Kenshin tries to warn him of the bad influence, Yutaro continues to believe in Raijuta, unaware that the renegade is using him plot his revolution. So, when he's told that the government is out to stop him, Yutaro sneaks away to warn Raijuta.
Episode 21
The Dissolution of a Nightmare: Raijuta's Ambition Concludes
Jul 21, 1996
After learning the truth behind Raijuta's duplicitous plan, an injury sidelines Yutaro, leaving Kenshin to fight the renegade Samurai alone.
Episode 22
First Train Ride: Danger on a Runaway Locomotive!
Jul 31, 1996
During a train trip to Yokohama, Kenshin and his friends must save a wealthy English passenger from being robbed by thieves.
Episode 23
Sanosuke's Betrayal: The Fateful Reunion
Aug 14, 1996
An artist's work leads Sanosuke to a reunion with an old army comrade, Tsukioka. But when his old friend wants him to join in avenging the death of their former leader, Sanosuke must stop him.
Episode 24
Midnight Battle: Sanosuke Verses Kenshin Revisited
Aug 21, 1996
Following a lavish party at the dojo, Sanosuke can no longer resist joining his old army troop's plot to punish the government. However, in an effort to stop them, Kenshin is forced to take on Sanosuke.
Episode 25
The Crimson Pirate: Kenshin and Kaoru Separated!
Aug 28, 1996
In order to earn money for their dojo, the Peace Force signs on to help protect a merchant ship from pirates. However, to keep Kaoru from falling into the hands of the pirate's female leader, Shura, Kenshin offers himself in exchange.
Episode 26
Lightning Incarnate: The Noble and Mysterious Female Pirate, Shura
Sep 4, 1996
After Kenshin's kidnapping, a bond begins to develop between him and Shura. However, while Shura is confident in the loyalty of her crew, the profits to be made from dealing opium draws them into a mutinous plan.
Episode 27
Burn, Island of Terror: The Crimson Pirate Chapter Concludes
Oct 16, 1996
After her trusted colleagues betray Shura, it's left up to Kenshin to save her life and stop the pirate's opium smuggling scheme.
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