1996

S2.E1 ∙ Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near

Tue, Oct 15, 1996

The brief period of peace of the group is interrupted by the presence of former Shinsengumi captain Hajime Saito.

8.4 /10

S2.E2 ∙ Strongest Opponent from the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!

Tue, Nov 05, 1996

Sanosuke is beginning to recover from the wounds inflicted by Saito who provokes Kenshin to a duel.

8.8 /10

S2.E3 ∙ A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot

Tue, Nov 12, 1996

Kenshin survives the duel, but he finds out that more has to come when a plot about overthrowing the government emerges.

9 /10

S2.E4 ∙ A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs

Tue, Nov 26, 1996

Kenshin decides to go to Kyoto and to put an end to the plot of Shishio.

8.7 /10

S2.E5 ∙ Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice

Tue, Dec 03, 1996

Kaoru is deeply depressed since Kenshin left Tokyo. With the help of her friends, Kaoru regains her courage and decides to go to Kyoto and see Kenshin.

8 /10

S2.E6 ∙ For the Title of Strongest: Aoshi's New Conflict

Tue, Dec 10, 1996

Aoshi would do anything to defeat Kenshin. He feels he has to prove to the world that the Oniwabanshu are the strongest fighters.

7.8 /10

S2.E7 ∙ The Girl Bandit: Misao Makimachi's Hidden Side

Tue, Jan 07, 1997

The female bandit, whom Kenshin meets in the forest, is a member of the Oniwabanshu. Misao refuses to stop chasing Kenshin, as she believes that he can lead her to them.

7.7 /10

S2.E8 ∙ Conquered Village: The Grasp of Shishio's Hands

Tue, Jan 14, 1997

Along the way to Kyoto, Kenshin and Misao travel to Shingetsu Village and fight some of Shishio's soldiers off.

8 /10

S2.E9 ∙ Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!

Tue, Jan 21, 1997

Kenshin and Senkaku fight at the Shishio's mansion.

8.3 /10

S2.E10 ∙ Shock! The Reverse-Blade Is Broken: Sojiro's Tenken Verses Kenshin

Tue, Jan 28, 1997

Shishio is challenged by Kenshin, but Shishio refuses the duel, saying that Kenshin is weak as a wanderer. Shishio tells Sojiro, his right hand man, to fight Kenshin instead.

8.3 /10

S2.E11 ∙ Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji the Destroyer

Tue, Feb 04, 1997

Sanosuke gets lost in a forest. He is saved by a monk.

8.1 /10

S2.E12 ∙ The Creator of the Reverse-Blade Sword: Shakku Arai's Final Swing

Tue, Feb 11, 1997

Kenshin and Misao make it to Kyoto. Kenshin goes to see Sekku Arai, who is the son of Shakku Arai, the one who forged the reverse blade sword, in order to replace its broken sword.

7.9 /10

S2.E13 ∙ A Killer Without Mercy: Fight to the Death Against the Cho of the Juppongatana

Tue, Feb 18, 1997

Kenshin finds that Cho has kidnapped baby Iori in order to obtain the final masterpiece of Shakku for himself. Kenshin is forced to choose between keeping his vow not to kill and saving the baby.

8.2 /10

S2.E14 ∙ The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko

Tue, Feb 25, 1997

Kenshin finds his master Seijuro Hiko living as a potter near Kyoto, but Hiko is initially unwilling to take Kenshin back because he joined the revolution.

8.1 /10

S2.E15 ∙ The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio

Tue, Mar 04, 1997

Okina doesn't allow Aoshi to continue as the leader of the Oniwabanshu due to his demonic desire to kill Kenshin. Desperate Misao tries to stop the confrontation at the temple between the two.

8.2 /10

S2.E16 ∙ Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu No Hikameki!

Tue, Mar 11, 1997

While training, Kenshin finally proves himself worthy of learning the final technique from his master, Seijuro Hiko.

8.9 /10

S2.E17 ∙ A Decisive Battle Like Violent Waters: The Strongest Troop Juppongatana

Tue, Mar 18, 1997

The Ten Swords have gathered in the temple of Shishio in Kyoto and are ready to commence their grand plan.

8 /10

S2.E18 ∙ As If to Fly: Stop the Launch of the Battleship Purgatory!

Tue, Apr 15, 1997

Kenshin, Sanosuke and Saito go to Osaka to stop Shishio and his men.

7.8 /10

S2.E19 ∙ Purgatory Bursts Into Flames: The Destiny of Makoto Shishio

Tue, Apr 22, 1997

Kenshin and Sanosuke try stop Shishio's battleship Purgatory from destroying Kyoto.

8 /10

S2.E20 ∙ Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae No Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!

Tue, Apr 29, 1997

Kenshin, Sanosuke and Saito journey to Mount Hiei at the Shrine of the Six Arches to settle the score with Shishio.

8.2 /10

S2.E21 ∙ Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji's New Life

Tue, May 13, 1997

Sanosuke and Anji continue their duel. Kenshin and Saito continue on ahead to fight Usui Uonuma, the second challenger.

8.6 /10

S2.E22 ∙ The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu

Sat, May 17, 1997

Usui confronts Saito while the others go to Shishio's mansion.

8.4 /10

S2.E23 ∙ The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again

Tue, Jun 03, 1997

Aoshi and Kenshin fight again, to claim the title of the strongest.

8.1 /10

S2.E24 ∙ Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish

Tue, Jun 10, 1997

After emerging victorious, Kenshin and Sanosuke advance to the next battle.

8.2 /10

S2.E25 ∙ To Make a Miracle: The Battle at the Aoiya

Tue, Jun 17, 1997

Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao are to battle against Kamatari Honjo, Henya Kariwa, and Iwanbo.

7.7 /10

S2.E26 ∙ The Giant Versus Superman: Like an Arrow Shot at a Time of Despair

Tue, Jun 24, 1997

The inn is safe from harm, but Kenshin still has to fight Sojiro in order to fight Shishio himself.

8.1 /10

S2.E27 ∙ Hiten Versus Shukuchi

Tue, Jul 01, 1997

Kenshin and Sojiro have their second duel, since the one in Shingetsu Village was never finished.

8.3 /10

S2.E28 ∙ The Tragedy of a Stormy Night

Tue, Jul 08, 1997

The past of Sojiro and how Shishio saved him.

8.4 /10

S2.E29 ∙ A Duel with an Extreme Moment

Tue, Jul 15, 1997

Sojiro and Kenshin fight each other and full strength.

8.3 /10

S2.E30 ∙ Two Men at the End of an Era

Tue, Aug 05, 1997

Yumi guides Kenshin and Sanosuke to the top of the Inferno Arena where Shishio himself is waiting.

8 /10

S2.E31 ∙ The Age Chooses Shishio?

Tue, Aug 12, 1997

Shisio fights Kenshin and his allies.

8.6 /10

S2.E32 ∙ Not Out of Luck!

Tue, Aug 19, 1997

The epic battle between Shishio and Kenshin with his allies continues .

8.3 /10

S2.E33 ∙ The Man Who Is Chosen for Victory

Tue, Sep 02, 1997

The battle ends, but Hoji, refusing to accept Shishio's defeat, attempts to destroy the Inferno Arena to kill everybody.

8.7 /10

S2.E34 ∙ The Juppongatana Who Remain Aka the Choice for Life

Tue, Sep 09, 1997

The arena is on fire and only a few escape. Meanwhile, Shishio, Yumi and Hoji gather in the underworld and plot an ambush.

7.8 /10

S2.E35 ∙ Kyoto, the Engraved Memory

Tue, Sep 16, 1997

Finally, the group gets on the train to Tokyo where their dojo is.

8.1 /10

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