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Rurouni Kenshin Season 2

October. 30,1996

8.5

TV-14

| Animation Comedy Action & Adventure

Rurouni Kenshin

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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1996 / TV-14

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Mayo Suzukaze, Miki Fujitani

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Fuji Television Network

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Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Full Episode Guide

Episode 35 - Kyoto, the Engraved Memory

First Aired: September. 17,1997

As Kenshin is nursing the wounds sustained in his fight with Shishio, Kaoru prepares the Peace Force for their return home.

Episode 34 - The Juppongatana Who Remain (aka The Choice for Life)

First Aired: September. 10,1997

Following Shishio's defeat, his remaining allies put their fate in the hands of the government. While Kenshin is reunited with his Peace Force, the vanquished Shishio vows to take over Hell.

Episode 33 - The Man Who is Chosen for Victory

First Aired: September. 03,1997

Kenshin's final effort to win the ultimate battle ends with Shishio destroying himself. But in the wake of Kenshin's victory, Shishio's closest aide vows revenge.

Episode 32 - Not Out of Luck!

First Aired: August. 20,1997

As Aoshi tries to stop a takeover of the country, Kenshin poses Shishio with his greatest challenge. In his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio.

Episode 31 - The Age Chooses Shishio?

First Aired: August. 13,1997

In their long awaited battle, Kenshin and Shishio compare ideologies as well as fighting techniques. But once Shishio uses gunpowder to gain the upper hand, it looks like Kenshin is doomed.

Episode 30 - Two Men at the End of an Era

First Aired: August. 06,1997

As Kaoru and Yahiko anxiously await his return, a wounded but determined Kenshin arrives for his final showdown with Shishio, who is unwilling to have anyone stand in his way of controlling Japan's future.

Episode 29 - A Duel With an Extreme Moment

First Aired: July. 16,1997

In the face of Kenshin's probing questions, Souijuro's concentration is broken. In defeat, the young assassin returns his prized sword to Shishio, warning him of the danger that lays ahead.

Episode 28 - The Tragedy of a Stormy Night

First Aired: July. 09,1997

In an effort to explain Souijuro's emotionless posture, Kenshin recalls how the young assassin was rescued from a life of slavery and then taught to fight by Shishio.

Episode 27 - Hiten versus Shukuchi

First Aired: July. 02,1997

As Sanosuke looks on, Kenshin goes to battle with Souijuro, the emotionless assassin responsible for breaking his sword. Though Shishio is confident of the young warrior's ability, Kenshin may be able to win without having to resort to killing.

Episode 26 - The Giant Versus Superman: Like an Arrow Shot at a Time of Despair

First Aired: June. 25,1997

Despite the overwhelming odds, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao continue to face warriors sent to eliminate them. But it's the arrival of Kenshin's teacher that turns the tide in their favor.

Episode 25 - To Make a Miracle: The Battle at the Aoiya

First Aired: June. 18,1997

After Yahiko's fighting skills are stretched to the limit during his defeat of Shishio's warrior, it's now up to Kaoru to enter a battle of her own.

Episode 24 - Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish

First Aired: June. 11,1997

Following his defeat by Kenshin, Aoshi vows to renounce Shishio. And while Shishio looks for clues to help in his impending fight with Kenshin, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao fight to stay alive.

Episode 23 - The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again

First Aired: June. 04,1997

Kenshin sets out to honor his promises to both fight Aoshi and bring him back alive to Misao.

Episode 22 - The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu

First Aired: May. 28,1997

In his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio. And while Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao are preparing to defend themselves from an ambush, Kenshin readies for his fight against Aoshi.

Episode 21 - Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji’s New Life

First Aired: May. 14,1997

During his battle with Sanosuke, the fallen monk recalls how his hatred was born during an anti-Buddhist movement.

Episode 20 - Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae no Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!

First Aired: April. 30,1997

As Shishio prepares for battle, a henchmen suggests a plan to weaken Kenshin and his forces, ridding them of any opposition once and for all. As the moment of truth draws near, Sanosuke is pitted against Anji.

Episode 19 - Purgatory Bursts into Flames: The Destiny of Makoto Shishio

First Aired: April. 23,1997

After Kenshin, Saito and Sanosuke destroy his battleship, Shishio issues his challenge for a final confrontation. And following Misao's defeat of the blind Samurai, Usui, Kenshin vows to spare the life of her mentor, Aoshi.

Episode 18 - As if to Fly: Stop the Launch of the Battleship Purgatory!

First Aired: April. 16,1997

Reunited with Sanosuke, Kenshin lays plans to stop Shishio from burning Tokyo to create the confusion he needs to overthrow the government. But Shishio harbors a surprise with his newest weapon, an ironclad battleship hidden inside another.

Episode 17 - A Decisive Battle Like Violent Waters: The Strongest Troop Juppongatana

First Aired: March. 19,1997

While waiting in jail, Sanosuke learns of Shishio's plan to overthrow the government by recruiting a deadly band of Samurai, including the blind warrior Usui, to defeat Kenshin and Saito.

Episode 16 - Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!

First Aired: March. 12,1997

As Kenshin struggles to learn, Sijuro teaches him the most secret of his fighting techniques. And though Kenshin doesn't want to kill, it's inevitable if he is to beat Shishio. Meanwhile, Sanosuke is arrested during his search for Kenshin.

Episode 15 - The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio

First Aired: March. 05,1997

Although Misao is excited by the return of her mentor and hero, she's stunned to discover that Aoshi has betrayed one of their closest friends.

Episode 14 - The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko

First Aired: February. 26,1997

To prepare for Shishio, Kenshin asks a former teacher to help him master the last of his fighting techniques. However, Kenshin is distracted when Kaoru and Yahiko finally catch up with him after their long journey.

Episode 13 - A Killer Without Mercy: Fight to the Death Against the Cho of the Juppongatana

First Aired: February. 19,1997

After watching an unarmed Kenshin bravely defend himself, Shakkuu Arai's only chance at saving his own son is to deliver his father's final reverse edge sword.

Episode 12 - The Creator of the Reverse-Blade Sword: Shakku Arai's Final Swing

First Aired: February. 12,1997

As the showdown with Shishio approaches, Misao finds someone who could produce the sword Kenshin needs, only to be is disappointed when Shakkuu Arai refuses.

Episode 11 - Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji the Destroyer

First Aired: February. 05,1997

As Kaoru and Yahiko continue tracking Kenshin, Sanosuke encounters a fallen Buddhist monk who offers to teach him some powerful fighting techniques.

Episode 10 - Shock! The Reverse-Blade is Broken: Sojiro's Tenken verses Kenshin

First Aired: January. 29,1997

Following Kenshin's defeat of the giant Senkaku, Shishio pits him against the young, emotionless assassin responsible for the Home Minister's murder.

Episode 9 - Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!

First Aired: January. 22,1997

Leaving Misao behind, Kenshin and Saito make their way inside Shishio's fortress. Following a confrontation with one of his most powerful henchmen, Kenshin is ready to take on Shishio himself.

Episode 8 - Conquered Village: The Grasp of Shishio's Hands

First Aired: January. 15,1997

When he and Misao come across a village terrorized by forces loyal to Shishio, Kenshin enlists Saito to help liberate it from the evil gang.

Episode 7 - The Girl Bandit: Misao Makimachi's Hidden Side

First Aired: January. 08,1997

After befriending Misao, Kenshin insists that she return the money she's stolen before letting her accompany him on his quest to stop Shishio.

Episode 6 - For the Title of Strongest: Aoshi's New Conflict

First Aired: December. 11,1996

In the wake of Kenshin's departure, everyone at the dojo is anxious to join the battle against Shishio. With Sanosuke, Kaoru and Yahiko in pursuit, Kenshin encounters Misao, a young girl who also happens to be a clever thief.

Episode 5 - Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice

First Aired: December. 04,1996

Following Kenshin's departure from the dojo, everyone, and especially Kaoru, are sad at being left behind. And while Saito tries to dissuade Sanosuke from following him, Megumi sends Kaoru to deliver some medicine that will aid in Kenshin's fight .

Episode 4 - A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs

First Aired: November. 27,1996

While preparing to give his decision on helping to kill Shishio, Kenshin learns of the Home Minister's murder.

Episode 3 - A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot

First Aired: November. 13,1996

After stopping a fatal battle with Hajime Saito, a top government official asks Kenshin's help in killing a shadowy assassin who's threatening the future of the regime.