The best episodes of Arcane
Ranked by viewer rating, highs first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
The Base Violence Necessary for Change
An epic showdown between old rivals results in a fateful moment for Zaun. Jayce and Viktor risk it all for their research.
- 02
Perilously close to war, the leaders of Piltover and Zaun reach an ultimatum. But a fateful standoff changes both cities forever.
- 03
When These Walls Come Tumbling Down
An eager protégé undermines his mentor on the council as a magical tech rapidly evolves. With authorities in pursuit, Jinx must face her past.
- 04
Caitlyn and Vi meet an ally in Zaun’s streets and head into a frenzied battle with a common foe. Viktor makes a dire decision.
- 05
Disowned heir Mel and her visiting mother trade combat tactics. Caitlyn and Vi forge an unlikely alliance. Jinx undergoes a startling change.
- 06
Everybody Wants to Be My Enemy
Rogue enforcer Caitlyn tours the undercity to track down Silco. Jayce puts a target on his back trying to root out Piltover corruption.
- 07
Some Mysteries Are Better Left Unsolved
Idealistic inventor Jayce attempts to harness magic through science—despite his mentor's warnings. Criminal kingpin Silco tests a powerful substance.
- 08
With Piltover prospering from their tech, Jayce and Viktor weigh their next move. A familiar face re-emerges from Zaun to wreak havoc.
- 09
Orphaned sisters Vi and Powder bring trouble to Zaun's underground streets in the wake of a heist in posh Piltover.
- 10
The Message Hidden Within the Pattern
Healing comes from a familiar face — in an unfamiliar place. A stunning betrayal threatens to change countless lives.
- 11
Vi and Caitlyn wrestle with how best to respond in the wake of a terrible tragedy that claims lives — and escalates tensions between the twin cities.
- 12
With Piltover ready for war, the Undercity weighs its options. Jinx lies low and plots her next move. A pivotal conversation takes place.
- 13
Caitlyn doubles down on her hunt for Jinx. Ambessa accepts a fateful meeting. Changes in Zaun lead to a shocking discovery.
- 14
As rumors of Jinx's return swirl, Ambessa pursues her target with renewed enthusiasm. Jinx and Sevika go undercover and into the belly of the beast.
- 15
Vi awakens to surprising news. An unsettling reunion isn't what it seems. Caitlyn uncovers the origins of Shimmer.
- 16
Pretend Like It's the First Time
A moment of darkness, a moment of light — and a vision of What Could Have Been.
- 17
Magic. Science. Power. Revenge. Destinies clash in an epic final chapter, igniting an all-out war.
- 18
A brewing storm fuels a series of startling transformations. Elsewhere, the spark of rebellion still burns.
