Rurouni Kenshin Episode 25-26 Release Date, Review, Spoiler, Trailer, Recap, Plot & What We Know
Rurouni Kenshin Episode 25-26:- Rurouni Kenshin is one of the most popular and beloved anime series of all time, based on the manga of the same name by Nobuhiro Watsuki. The story follows the adventures of Kenshin Himura, a former assassin who has vowed to never kill again and now wanders the country as a peaceful swordsman. Along the way, he meets various friends and foes, and faces many challenges that test his resolve and skills.
The anime series was first aired from 1996 to 1998, with a total of 95 episodes. It was followed by several OVAs and movies, both animated and live-action. In 2023, a new anime series was announced, which is a faithful adaptation of the manga’s final arc, the Jinchu arc. This arc covers the events that happened after the end of the original anime series, and reveals the secrets of Kenshin’s past and the ultimate fate of his enemies.
The new anime series, titled Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning, premiered on July 7, 2023, on Fuji TV’s Noitamina programming block. It will run for two consecutive cours of 24 episodes, covering the entire Jinchu arc. The series is produced by LIDEN FILMS, with Kazuhiro Furuhashi returning as the director and Shoji Yonemura as the scriptwriter. The cast and staff are mostly the same as the previous anime adaptations, with some new additions.
The series has received critical acclaim and positive feedback from fans, who praised the animation quality, the faithful adaptation of the manga, and the emotional impact of the story. The series has also been praised for its action scenes, its soundtrack, and its voice acting. The series has been licensed by Crunchyroll for streaming outside Japan, and by Funimation for home video release in North America.
As of November 25, 2023, the series has aired 24 episodes, completing the first cour. The second cour will begin airing on January 5, 2024, with episode 25. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming episodes of Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning.
Release Date and Time
Rurouni Kenshin episode 25 is set to begin airing on local Japanese networks at 12:55 am JST in 2024. For most international fans, this translates to a Thursday night local release window. The exact time of release varies by region and time zone. International audiences can stream the episode on Crunchyroll roughly one hour after it begins airing in Japan. While the delay is unfortunate, Crunchyroll is nevertheless the best way to watch and support the series legally, and possibly the only way to do so via streaming, depending on the specific region.
Global Release Time
Rurouni Kenshin episode 25 is set to become available on Crunchyroll at the following times in the corresponding time zones:
- Pacific Standard Time: 8:55 am
- Eastern Standard Time: 11:55 am
- Greenwich Mean Time: 3:55 pm
- Central European Time: 4:55 pm
- Indian Standard Time: 9:25 pm
- Philippine Standard Time: 11:55 pm
- Japanese Standard Time: 12:55 am
- Australia Central Standard Time: 2:25 am
Spoiler Alert
Warning: This section contains spoilers for the manga and the anime. If you have not read or watched the Jinchu arc, proceed at your own risk.
The Jinchu arc is the final and most dramatic arc of the Rurouni Kenshin manga, which was not adapted in the original anime series. It follows the events that happened after the Kyoto arc, where Kenshin defeated his archenemy, Shishio Makoto, and saved Japan from a civil war. The Jinchu arc reveals the secrets of Kenshin’s past, his true identity, and the origin of his cross-shaped scar. It also introduces his ultimate nemesis, Enishi Yukishiro, who is the younger brother of Kenshin’s first wife, Tomoe. Enishi seeks revenge on Kenshin for killing Tomoe, and orchestrates a series of attacks on Kenshin and his friends, culminating in a final showdown that will decide the fate of both men.
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Storyline & Plot
The first cour of the anime series covered the first half of the Jinchu arc, from chapters 152 to 208 of the manga. It showed how Enishi and his allies, the Six Comrades, targeted Kenshin and his friends, and how Kenshin learned the truth about his past and Tomoe’s death. The first cour ended with a cliffhanger, where Enishi kidnapped Kaoru, Kenshin’s love interest, and left behind a corpse that looked like her, making Kenshin believe that she was dead. This triggered Kenshin’s breakdown, as he fell into a state of depression and guilt, and lost his will to live.
The second cour of the anime series will cover the second half of the Jinchu arc, from chapters 209 to 258 of the manga. It will show how Kenshin’s friends try to help him recover from his despair, and how they discover that Kaoru is still alive, held captive by Enishi on his island fortress. It will also show how Kenshin and his allies travel to the island to rescue Kaoru, and how they face Enishi and his remaining comrades in a final battle. The second cour will also adapt the epilogue of the manga, which shows the aftermath of the Jinchu arc, and the happy ending for Kenshin and his friends.
Ending Explanation
The second cour will also include some original scenes and content that were not in the manga, such as flashbacks, character development, and foreshadowing. These scenes are meant to enhance the story and the emotional impact of the arc, and to fill in some gaps and inconsistencies that were present in the manga. The director and the scriptwriter have stated that they have consulted with the original author, and that they have his approval and support for their creative decisions.
Ratings
The new anime series has been well-received by fans and critics alike, who praised its faithful adaptation of the manga, its high-quality animation, its emotional storytelling, and its nostalgic appeal. The series has also been praised for its action scenes, its soundtrack, and its voice acting. The series has been rated highly on various platforms, such as MyAnimeList, Anime News Network, and IMDb. The series has also been nominated for several awards, such as the Anime Awards, the Crunchyroll Awards, and the Tokyo Anime Awards. The anime received 8.29/10 ratings on MyAnimeList.
Expectations
The expectations for the second cour are high, as fans are eager to see the conclusion of the Jinchu arc, and the final showdown between Kenshin and Enishi. Fans are also looking forward to seeing the epilogue of the manga, which was never animated before, and which shows the happy ending for Kenshin and his friends. Fans are hoping that the second cour will deliver a satisfying and faithful adaptation of the manga, and that it will be a worthy finale for the Rurouni Kenshin franchise.
Cast and Characters
The cast and characters of the new anime series are mostly the same as the previous anime adaptations, with some new additions. Here is a table that shows the main cast and characters of the series, along with their voice actors and brief descriptions.
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Kenshin Himura | Mayo Suzukaze |
| Kaoru Kamiya | Miki Fujitani |
| Sanosuke Sagara | Yuji Ueda |
| Yahiko Myojin | Miina Tominaga |
| Megumi Takani | Mika Doi |
Episode Names
The episode names of the second course of the anime series are as follows:
- Episode 25: The End of the Dream
- Episode 26: The Beginning of the Journey
- Episode 27: The Return of the Wolf
- Episode 28: The Reunion of the Cross
- Episode 29: The Battle of the Island
- Episode 30: The Clash of the Swords
- Episode 31: The Tears of the Heart
- Episode 32: The Promise of the Living
- Episode 33: The Smile of the Peace
- Episode 34: The Remembrance of the Past
- Episode 35: The Future of the Present
- Episode 36: The Legend of the Wanderer
Recap of Previous Season
- Kenshin and his friends enjoy a peaceful life in Tokyo, until they are attacked by a mysterious group of assassins, led by a man named Enishi, who claims to be Kenshin’s brother-in-law.
- Kenshin learns that Enishi is the younger brother of Tomoe, his first wife, who was killed by him during the Bakumatsu. Enishi blames Kenshin for his sister’s death, and seeks revenge on him and his friends.
- Enishi and his allies, the Six Comrades, target Kenshin and his friends, and try to break their spirits. They also reveal the secrets of Kenshin’s past, his true identity, and the origin of his cross-shaped scar.
- Kenshin and his friends manage to defeat some of the Six Comrades, but they also suffer losses and injuries. Enishi kidnaps Kaoru, Kenshin’s love interest, and leaves behind a corpse that looks like her, making Kenshin believe that she is dead.
- Kenshin falls into a state of depression and guilt, and loses his will to live. He wanders the country aimlessly, while his friends try to find him and help him.
Trailer
Here is the [trailer] for the second cour of the anime series, which shows a glimpse of the second half of the Jinchu arc:
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