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The year is 1863, with the story being based in Kyoto. We follow a youth named Nio who is an honest and kind soul who's considerate of his family, yet he also has a hidden burning passion for seeking justice. From the time he came across Toshizou Hijikata and Souji Okita, members from a group of hated ronin known as the Miburo, his life then takes a turn to a bluer, and clearer path. Nio, alongside the other men whose hearts burn bravely and true, step forth towards an honest path with their blue wills adorned on their hearts!
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- 01
The Wolves of Mibu and a BoyNio and his sister meet a pair of charming swordsmen in their grandmother's Kyoto eatery. Despite unsavory rumors, the children befriend the ronin from the east. How will these "wolves of Mibu" change their destinies? - 02
Where the Soul DwellsNio meets another boy Miburo: Tanaka Taro. Despite Hijikata's warnings, he tries to start a friendship. But when Serizawa kills a fellow ronin, Taro gets orders to dispose of the evidence. - 03
The Name of the EnemySwordsmanship isn't Nio's strong suit. He's determined to train with the Miburo regardless, but his clumsy efforts annoy another young recuit: the talented Saito Haijme.
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Season01
- S01E01
Season's bestThe Wolves of Mibu and a BoyOctober 19, 2024Nio and his sister meet a pair of charming swordsmen in their grandmother's Kyoto eatery. Despite unsavory rumors, the children befriend the - S01E02
A World Where It's Okay To CryOctober 26, 2024The Miburo's headquarters doesn't make the best first impression. Nio quails in the face of a pack of rowdy samurai, not all of whom welcome - S01E03
Where the Soul DwellsNovember 2, 2024Nio meets another boy Miburo: Tanaka Taro. Despite Hijikata's warnings, he tries to start a friendship. But when Serizawa kills a fellow ron - S01E04
The Name of the EnemyNovember 9, 2024Swordsmanship isn't Nio's strong suit. He's determined to train with the Miburo regardless, but his clumsy efforts annoy another young recui - S01E05
United in PurposeNovember 16, 2024The lord of Aizu invites the Miburo to serve him in keeping the peace. Their first task: to hunt down a killer who targets Aizu samurai. But - S01E06
To Each His Own JusticeNovember 23, 2024Nio and Hajime confront an assassin who targets Aizu samurai. But unlike any killer they've faced before, he fights for conviction. Do the b - S01E07
PrideNovember 30, 2024Nio confronts Seto about the men who attack him and Hajime, and he won't rest until he gets the truth. What drives the young merchant? And c - S01E08
Palm of the HandDecember 7, 2024Two of the remaining assassins target Serizawa and Hajime while the rest of the Miburo hunt down the final culprit. Can they take the whole - S01E09
TreasureDecember 14, 2024The Miburo celebrate their new status with the ultimate test of strength: a drinking competition. While inebriated swordsmen drop like flies - S01E10
The Weakest ShogunDecember 21, 2024A well-dressed young man staggers into the Chirinuya. Nio, Taro, and Hajime struggle with his demands, but things take a turn for the seriou - S01E11
True StrengthDecember 28, 2024Nio's plan sends most of the attackers on a wild goose chase. But the strongest assassin remains, and only a lone boy stands between him and - S01E12
Eight HeadsJanuary 4, 2025Nio risks his life in a desperate bid to buy time for Iemochi's escape, but the Shogun can't bring himself to abandon a child. When all seem - S01E13
Sharing the Same DreamJanuary 11, 2025A wounded Nio wakes up in a luxurious sickbed in Nijo Castle. After a night of unsettling experiences, Kikuchiyo makes him a startling offer - S01E14
The Race to Raise MoneyJanuary 18, 2025The Miburo set out to earn the small fortune their uniform coats will cost. While they each rack their brains and try their luck, a woman ap - S01E15
Like a River's FlowJanuary 25, 2025Hajime visits the Snake in search of work, but how far will he go for money? Meanwhile, Nio and Taro meet a woman named Nagi and her husband - S01E16
To BattleFebruary 1, 2025Kondo's sparring match with Yotaro, master of the Kyohachi School, takes a shocking turn! Who will triumph? - S01E17
A Place to BelongFebruary 8, 2025The Miburo's battle against the Blood Risshidan begins! Serizawa faces off against Naozumi. - S01E18
Man of the SoilFebruary 15, 2025The Hound falls, stabbed in the back by a comrade. Meanwhile, Hijikata faces an enemy of his own. - S01E19
SuccessorFebruary 22, 2025Ayame's strange confidence worries Hajime. Amid a tense battle, the boy's thoughts turn to the past. - S01E20
Prepared for What ComesMarch 1, 2025Kondo duels Yotaro. Meanwhile, Nio confronts Nagi, but the pregnant woman's resolve shakes his own. - S01E21
Crime and FortuneMarch 8, 2025With Nagi about to give birth, Yotaro becomes painfully aware that Kondo has something he lacks. - S01E22
Those Who StruggleMarch 15, 2025Flames rise from the Kyohachi Dojo as the battle between Naozumi and Serizawa draws to a close. - S01E23
TiesMarch 22, 2025Hajime guards a nobleman while Nio lies in bed. Both struggle with the lives they've failed to save. - S01E24
The Blue OathMarch 29, 2025Nagi endures a grueling labor, desperate to leave proof of her ties to the Kyohachi family.
Season02
- S02E01
Wild BrawlDecember 20, 2025—The Miburo take a trip to Osaka to unwind and predictably run into trouble. - S02E02
The Path of HumanityDecember 27, 2025—Kondo goes to settle Serizawa's killings before the law, but a corrupt official has the Miburo in his sights. - S02E03
A Lone SheepJanuary 10, 2026—After accepting Nio's suggestion, the Miburo prepare to welcome new members. - S02E04
InfamyJanuary 17, 2026—The Miburo break into factions backing Serizawa and Kondo. Hijikata tries to defuse the crisis. - S02E05
Firefly GlowJanuary 24, 2026—Taro struggles to make himself useful to Serizawa even as Serizawa's conduct grows increasingly suspect. - S02E06
DiscordJanuary 31, 2026—Serizawa continues to make enemies. An encounter on a routine patrols spurs Hijikata to pick a side. - S02E07
The Ultimate DuoFebruary 7, 2026—A palace coup brings the Miburo new duties, but not all their allies like their growing prestige. - S02E08
Near Yet FarFebruary 14, 2026In the wake of Niimi's apparent suicide, Kondo resolves to kill Serizawa, but Hijikata has plans of his own. - S02E09
The Path of AsuraFebruary 21, 2026—The Miburo gather for a lavish party. Serizawa acts unusually cheerful while Hijikata plots his murder. - S02E10
The ArenaFebruary 28, 2026—Hijikata launches his assassination attempt, only to find Serizawa ready and waiting for him. - S02E11
A Clumsy StrikeMarch 7, 2026—Okita struggles against Serizawa, while Hijikata suffers a crisis of confidence. - S02E12
Serizawa KamoMarch 14, 2026—Nio leads the wounded Serizawa out of Hijikata's trap, but to what purpose? - S02E13
Blue EraMarch 21, 2026—Serizawa faces Kondo. What will Nio make of the dying samurai's last moments? - S02E14
Song of BeginningsMarch 28, 2026—
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