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The Twelve Kingdoms

Season 1 Episode 3: Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Third Chapter

Youko and her companions are ambushed on their way to judgment, but she valiantly repels the attack with Keiki's magical sword. Escaping the danger, they find shelter with a kind local woman who provides them with food, clothing, and a new beginning in a nearby town, where Youko experiences ...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The First Chapter

1. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The First Chapter

Aired: Apr 9, 2002

In the next episode, a young girl with striking red hair is haunted by a recu...

Episode 2 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Second Chapter

2. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Second Chapter

Aired: Apr 16, 2002

Next episode, Youko is taken away to face judgment as a malevolent sea refuge...

Episode 3 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Third Chapter

3. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Third Chapter

Aired: Apr 23, 2002

Youko and her companions are ambushed on their way to judgment, but she valia...

Episode 4 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Fourth Chapter

4. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Fourth Chapter

Aired: Apr 30, 2002

Takki's true intentions for Youko and Yuka are far from pure, as he aims to m...

Episode 5 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Fifth Chapter

5. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Fifth Chapter

Aired: May 7, 2002

Yuka mistakenly believes she's the chosen one, leading her to form an allianc...

Episode 6 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Sixth Chapter

6. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Sixth Chapter

Aired: May 21, 2002

Youko gains new understanding of the 12 Kingdoms after her ordeal, thanks to ...

Episode 7 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Seventh Chapter

7. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Seventh Chapter

Aired: May 28, 2002

Next episode, Youko rescues her companions, but Rakushun's condition is criti...

Episode 8 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Eighth Chapter

8. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Eighth Chapter

Aired: Jun 4, 2002

King Kou cleverly disguises Yuka, allowing her to duel with Youko in secret. ...

Episode 9 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Ninth Chapter

9. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Ninth Chapter

Aired: Jun 11, 2002

Youko and Rakushun reunite with a kaikyaku teacher, gaining valuable insight ...

Episode 10 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Tenth Chapter

10. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Tenth Chapter

Aired: Jun 18, 2002

King En's palace becomes a classroom as he teaches Youko and Rakushun about t...

Episode 11 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Eleventh Chapter

11. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Eleventh Chapter

Aired: Jun 25, 2002

The birth of Enki, as told by the minister of En, reveals the pivotal events ...

Episode 12 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Twelveth Chapter

12. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Twelveth Chapter

Aired: Jul 2, 2002

Youko's royal duties are rocked by a revelation about the last queen of Kei, ...

Episode 13 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Final Chapter

13. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - The Final Chapter

Aired: Jul 9, 2002

King Kou's downfall paves the way for a new era under King En's rule, while Y...

Episode 14 Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - Chapter of Recollection

14. Shadow of the Moon, Sea of the Shadow - Chapter of Recollection

Aired: Jul 16, 2002

Youko discovers her crucial role in shaping the course of world history, and ...

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Info about The Twelve Kingdoms

Seasons: 4

Network: NHK BS1

Production Country: Japan

Genres:Drama, Adventure, Animation