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Hakuoki — Hakuoki: Dawn of the Shinsengumi

En route to the capital, Serizawa Kamo, one of the Miburoushigumi leaders comes across Ibuki Ryuunosuke who had been attacked by bandits. The Roushigumi are a group of people who share the same ideals, working towards the goal of becoming true samurai. As he observes the efforts of Kondou Isami and Hijikata Toshizou as they work to improve the prestige of the group, Ryuunosuke, who despises samurai, begins to question his way of life. [Season 3 of Hakuoki, it is set before the first season.]

Episodes

  • E01 Dawn of the Divine Warriors

    Jul 10, 2012 · 24m

    Bleeding and left to die, Ryunosuke Ibuki is rescued and taken in by the Roshigumi - a band of warriors struggling to find a sponsor and make a name for themselves in Kyoto. Unfortunately, Ryunosuke can't easily pay off a life debt..

  • E02 Led by Destiny

    Jul 17, 2012 · 24m

    A mysterious skilled warrior joins the Roshigumi. Meanwhile, Ryunosuke is unable to even draw his sword. He learns more about the Roshigumi, including shocking information regarding his own benefactor, Commander Kamo Serizawa.

  • E03 Rules for a Pack of Wolves

    Jul 24, 2012 · 24m

    Spreading renown is no easy task with an unruly commander. The other Roshigumi commanders attempt to curb Serizawa with a strict set of rules, but he is not moved. Meanwhile, his bloodthirsty attributes rub off on a certain young warrior.

  • E04 The Blade Drenched in Blood

    Jul 31, 2012 · 24m

    After Vice Commander Hijikata rebukes Souji Okita for his aggressiveness, Ryunosuke learns about the young warrior's past. Meanwhile, Serizawa provokes Souji into satisfying his desire for blood.

  • E05 Stairway to the Blue Skies

    Aug 7, 2012 · 24m

    Ryunosuke stumbles into Kosuzu, a geisha apprentice he saved earlier. In order to further their attempts to obtain a sponsor, the Roshigumi organize duels to impress the lord of Aizu. Ryunosuke is asked if he wishes to learn how to fight.

  • E06 Howling from the Darkness

    Aug 14, 2012 · 24m

    A doctor of western medicine comes to stay with the Roshigumi and performs shocking experiments with deadly results. New recruits join, but the Roshigumi now have secrets they must protect.

  • E07 Oath Made on the Wind Blowing Over the Grass

    Aug 21, 2012 · 24m

    The feuds with Serizawa continue; Commander Kondou and Vice Commander Hijikata reminisce about their past and contemplate their goals. Meanwhile, the experiments on the strange Water of Life proceed.

  • E08 The Shackles of Pandemonium

    Aug 28, 2012 · 24m

    Hajime Saito recalls his early days at the dojo. He offers to teach Ryunosuke sword fighting. Meanwhile, the Roshigumi's reputation fails due to misinterpretations and debts.

  • E09 The Light of a Flashing Sword

    Sep 4, 2012 · 24m

    Ryunosuke's past and future is discussed. The dog must watch his master, and Ryunosuke has to keep an eye on Serizawa's behavior. Meanwhile, another out-of-control experiment shakes Kyoto.

  • E10 The Brightly Burning Beacon

    Sep 11, 2012 · 24m

    Commander Serizawa has no bonds. The research on the Water of Life advances. And the Mibu Roshigumi receive the chance of a lifetime to make a name for themselves.

  • E11 A Moonlit Night Filled with Flowers

    Sep 18, 2012 · 24m

    Koudou Yukimura disappears after a fire, and Nimi soon joins him along with all of the research on the Water of Life. The Roshigumi put forth all their efforts in attempt to find him.

  • E12 The Great Dawn

    Sep 25, 2012 · 24m

    The anticipation of murder and mutiny rises until the storm breaks. And Ryunosuke's true loyalty is put to the test.

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